Climate change stories

A report reveals New Zealand enjoyed a rare year of minimal natural disasters in 2024, with insured losses plummeting to nearly zero from AUD $3.6 billion in 2023.

NVIDIA's GTC Sustainable Futures Showcase highlighted pioneering AI solutions to combat climate challenges, with firms aiming for greater sustainability and resilience.

Archroma has installed an innovative Zero Liquid Discharge system at its Mahachai plant in Thailand, aiming to recover up to 95% of wastewater for sustainable reuse.

Dryad Networks has launched its first office in Macquarie Park, New South Wales, aiming to combat bushfire challenges in Australia and New Zealand.

NVIDIA has unveiled the Omniverse Blueprint for Earth-2, aiming to revolutionise weather forecasting amid an escalating economic impact of USD $2 trillion from climate events.

Equinix has successfully issued SGD $500 million in green bonds in Singapore, marking a significant move towards sustainability as it supports energy-efficient projects.

Arup has appointed TC Chew as Managing Director for its APAC operations, aiming to boost growth as the region emerges as a major economic hub.

On International Women's Day, the tech industry celebrates women's vital contributions to innovation and digital transformation, championing diversity for future success.

Australia's first state-funded satellite, Kanyini, has successfully captured initial images from space, marking a significant milestone for the nation's space mission.

Pexapark has made its foray into the US market by acquiring RenewaFi, a Texas platform that enhances renewable energy pricing intelligence and efficiency.

Yamaha Motor has agreed to acquire Robotics Plus, launching Yamaha Agriculture to enhance precision farming with autonomous equipment and AI-driven solutions.

A recent survey reveals that 79% of insurance executives feel a moral duty to address the USD $1.8 trillion global protection gap, viewing it as a key business opportunity.

Western Digital has finalised the separation of its Flash business, marking a major milestone as it sets its sights on future data storage innovations.

Louise Adams has been appointed Group Chief Executive Officer of Aurecon, making history as the first female to hold the position from 1 July 2025.

DAS has launched a tool for near real-time bushfire monitoring, helping organisations quickly identify affected customers and properties during disasters.

Western Digital is set to separate its Flash business by February 2025, as it focuses on enhancing its HDD technology amid rising data storage demands.

Cambridge Cleantech, Cambridge Consultants, and EIT Climate-KIC have unveiled the first SuperCluster ClimAccelerator to fast-track industrial decarbonisation startups.

Zero, a sustainable money app and debit card, is now fully launched under e-Money regulations, aiming to empower eco-conscious consumers in the UK.

With the rise of greenhouse gases alarming international bodies, the importance of detailed carbon accounting and emissions reporting grows ever more critical.

Emerald Technology Ventures has led a GBP £8.4 million funding round for Belfast's StormHarvester, aiming to enhance its smart water management solutions.