New data shows solar energy creates more jobs in United States than any other industry
According to the census, solar energy adds jobs 17 times faster than the overall economy in the United States.
Nations
This archive collects milestones and progress stories involving nations — countries and their governments — acting to improve lives, protect rights, or address shared challenges. From policy breakthroughs to international cooperation, these stories show what countries are doing right.
Vanuatu bans non-biodegradable plastic to protect ocean life
Single-use non-biodegradable plastic, including bags and polystyrene takeaway containers, will be banned in Vanuatu from January 31, as the Government tries to control a growing plastic waste problem.
France sets out ten-point plan to double wind power capacity by 2023
The government said the proposed reforms will cut in half the average time it takes for wind power projects to be completed and connected to the French electricity grid.
Norway is aiming for all of its short flights to be electric by 2040
Norway is a leading force in broad adoption electric vehicles. In its latest move, the country has pledged to make all of its short-haul flights electric by 2040.
North, South Korea to march together under one flag at Winter Olympics
North and South Korean athletes will march together at the Winter Olympics opening ceremony under a unified flag, the South said Wednesday, in a diplomatic breakthrough following days of talks between the two countries.
Peru protects more than 2 million acres of rainforest by creating Yaguas National Park
The Andes Amazon Fund celebrates the creation of Yaguas National Park, established today by the Peruvian government. Located in the northern region of Loreto, Peru’s newest national park will safeguard 2,147,166 acres of rainforest and a vast river system with one of the richest fish faunas in the world.
Britain now generates twice as much electricity from wind as coal
Just six years ago, more than 40% of Britain’s electricity was generated by burning coal. Today, that figure is just 7%.
U.K. bans plastic microbeads in effort to protect marine life
Manufacturing ban means the tiny beads which harm marine life can no longer be used in cosmetics and personal care products
Belize ends oil operations in its ocean waters
The legislation marks the first time that a developing country has taken such a major step to protect its oceansand all the from oil exploration and extraction.
Brazil announces end to Amazon mega-dam building policy
The Temer government claims the decision is a response to intense resistance from environmentalists and indigenous groups