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On July 24, 2025, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin and Mexico’s Secretary of the Environment and Natural Resources (SEMARNAT), Alicia Bárcena Ibarra, signed a ”Memorandum of Understanding” (MOU) to clean up sewage pollution in the Tijuana River, which has long …
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Japan’s water infrastructure, much of which was built in the 1970s, is showing signs of age and now requires urgent maintenance and renewal. Although Japan has abundant freshwater resources — approximately 430 billion cubic meters annually, according to the UN Food and Agriculture Organization …
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A decade after the Flint, Michigan, water crisis, which sparked national outrage, the city has finally completed the replacement of all lead pipes, marking a historic milestone for a community once synonymous with contaminated water. A decade of struggle for clean water The Flint water …
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Methane leaks from abandoned coal mines, oil wells, and gas wells have made these neglected facilities the fourth-largest source of methane emissions worldwide, according to the latest report from the International Energy Agency (IEA). Despite the urgency, sealing these leaks remains a low …
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The Coalition of Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI), in partnership with the G20 countries, advocates for building and strengthening infrastructure to withstand the impacts of extreme natural events—particularly in vulnerable nations. The CDRI highlights that the effects of climate …
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New York City has a significant waste management problem. Every day, New Yorkers generate about 44 million pounds (20 million kilograms) of trash for collection services. On average, each New Yorker produces 5 pounds (2.2 kilograms) of waste per day, amounting to 15 million tons annually …
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The Besòs River has long been a vital water source for Barcelona, but contamination has plagued it since the 1970s. Rapid urban and industrial development along its banks has worsened the issue, threatening both the city's freshwater supply and the ecosystems that rely on the river. Because …
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Hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles (HFCVs) may not be as popular as electric vehicles (EVs). Still, they are another type of zero-emissions transportation, releasing only water vapor instead of carbon dioxide. Like EVs, hydrogen cars are environmentally friendly alternatives to fossil fuel-powered …
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New Zealand, like many other countries, has a significant infrastructure gap, highlighting the need for investments. However, with mounting debt and a limited budget, the government has increasingly turned its attention to the private sector to help bridge the funding gap. According to the …
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As countries move towards a sustainable and inclusive future, integrating indigenous knowledge and practices is paramount. Many countries have a rich and deeply rooted indigenous heritage and expertise, and weaving this into the practice of asset management translates into a holistic approach …
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After the historic fires that burned for nearly a month in January 2025, researchers from Harvard and universities in California and Texas are studying the toxic hazards that the fires left behind in homes that remain standing. The Eaton and Palisades fires killed at least 20 people, making …
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The construction industry stands at a crossroads. As an aging workforce retires and the demand for skilled labor intensifies, the sector faces a widening skills gap that threatens growth and sustainability. Yet, amid this challenge lies an untapped opportunity: women. Long underrepresented …
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