ILO Adopts Landmark Convention on Biological Hazards at Workplace
Global labor summit adopts first binding rules on biological hazards and advances protections for digital and maritime workers.
FIDH Presses for Human Rights Focus as Bonn Talks Set Stage for COP30
FIDH urges governments at Bonn climate talks to prioritize justice, reparations and defender protection ahead of COP30.
Nasdaq, AirMiners Launch Online Carbon Education Platform
U.S. stock exchange Nasdaq and AirMiners team up to launch a free online course focused on carbon dioxide removal strategies.
India Sees Surge in Grievance Redressals in May; Over 78K Complaints Resolved
India resolves over 78,000 grievances in May as digital platforms and state engagement drive faster redressal.
Uyghur Forced Labor Taints Global Supply of Critical Minerals, Report Warns
Forced labor in China’s Uyghur Region taints global supply chains for key minerals used in tech and defense.
Tigers, Elephants Rebound in Manas National Park After Decades of Conflict
Endangered wildlife rebounds in Manas National Park after decades of poaching and habitat loss during civil unrest.
DGT, Shell India Partner to Train Youth in Electric Vehicle, Green Energy Skills
The Government of India and Shell launch green skills initiative to train young people for careers in electric vehicles and clean energy.
ACCA Calls on EU to Reform Green Finance Rules Amid Compliance Concerns
Global accountancy body ACCA urges EU to ease sustainable finance rules to boost investment and cut compliance burden on firms.
Six Global Development Banks Launch $3.4B Effort to Fight Ocean Pollution
Development banks commit €3 billion through 2030 to fight marine plastic pollution and support circular economy solutions.
Google Pledges $3M to Boost Water Quality in Taiwan’s Hsinchu City
Google partners with Taiwan to boost water quality, ecosystem health, and sustainable irrigation in Hsinchu and Changhua.