Sustainable Development News Monitoring

SAINT LUCIA REAFFIRMS SUPPORT FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS AT THE UNITED NATIONS.

Saint Lucia is reaffirming its commitment to sustainable development on the global stage. Speaking at the United Nations, Minister Shawn Edward presented the island’s second Voluntary National Review, outlining progress toward the 2030 Sustainable …

(VIDEO) Germany Reaffirms Support for Moldova’s EU Path and Sustainable Development

Germany reaffirmed its commitment to the Republic of Moldova today, expressing strong support for both the country’s European integration and its transition to a sustainable development model. Environment Minister Sergiu Lazarencu and his German …

Wind Energy Identified As Key Resource For Utility-Scale Renewable Energy Power Generation

On 23 July 2025, Dr. The Honourable Roodal Moonilal, Minister of Energy and Energy Industries delivered the keynote address at the Validation Workshop for the European Union Funded National Wind Energy Action Plan which was hosted at the Head Office of the …

Market operator: Increasing renewable energy use in the Philippines could lower power prices by 24% by 2029.

The Philippines' power market operator stated on Thursday that the adoption of renewable energies could reduce average annual spot electricity prices by as much as 24 percent by 2029. The Independent Electricity Market Operator of the Philippines' …

Holy See at the UN urges sustainable development

The United Nations’ founding principles of promoting peace and international cooperation, protecting human rights and advancing social and economic progress are “as vital today” as when the UN first rose out of the Second World War, said the Vatican’s …

India Sets Target of 1.8 TW of Renewable Energy Capacity by 2047

India has set a target of 1,800 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2047, Sudeep Jain, Additional Secretary, Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, at the Mercom India Renewables Summit 2025. India had hit the target of 50% non-fossil fuel-based power …

Business News | Goldi Solar Empowers Youth in Renewable Sector with India's Largest Renewable Energy Job Fair - 'Knock-...

NewsVoir New Delhi [India], July 24: Goldi Solar, India's largest solar PV module manufacturer integrated with a one-of-its kind AI-powered PV module manufacturing line, is executing its vision of hiring 10,000+ workforce for its solar module and cell …

Bui Power Authority: Ghana’s renewable energy stronghold

Joseph Nkrumah, Assistant Manager of Project Development (Renewables) at Bui Power Authority (BPA), shares how Ghana is accelerating its renewable energy ambitions.  He explains that BPA has been mandated to develop renewable energy projects across the …

UN Chief Urges AI Cos to Use 100% Renewable Energy by 2030 Amid Soaring Power Demand

India’s data centre (DC) market is expected to witness a significant expansion, with the capacity expected to grow by 500 MW over the next four years, according to a report by Avendus Capital. The study highlights that the surge in AI workloads is driving …

Bulgaria Participates in UN High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development

Bulgaria took part in the United Nations (UN) High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) at the UN headquarters, held as part of the organization’s 80th anniversary celebrations, the Energy Ministry said in a press release on Thursday. …

RITES and CMPDI Ink MoU to Tap into Mining and Renewable Energy Potential

RITES Ltd. has signed an MoU with Central Mine Planning and Design Institute (CMPDI), a subsidiary of Coal India (CIL), to establish a strategic framework for collaboration. This partnership aims at identifying, exploring, and jointly pursuing prospective …

Azerbaijan’s experience in urban and sustainable development presented at UN Forum

Anar Guliyev, Chairman of Azerbaijan’s State Committee for Urban Planning and Architecture, highlighted the urban and sustainable development reforms implemented in the country as he addressed the Ministerial Meeting of the High-Level Political Forum (HLPF …

Majority of West Virginians Support Renewable Energy Policies

July 24th, 2025 by WCBC Radio A new poll reveals shifting attitudes in how West Virginia residents feel about renewable energy, and growing disapproval of how the state’s Public Service Commission is doing its job.  84% of West Virginians support policies …

Achieve sustainable development but not by bulldozing forests: Supreme Court tells Telangana

Excavators being used by the Telangana Government to clear the debris of the deforestation after the Supreme Court halted the felling of trees in 400 acres of forested land in the Kancha Gachibowli area, in Hyderabad, on April 4, 2025. | Photo Credit: PTI …

Green hydrogen: BP will exit Australian Renewable Energy Hub in the Pilbara

High-Level Political Forum Concludes With Call For Accelerated Action On Sustainable Development

Ministerial Declaration reaffirms commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals The 2025 High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) concluded this week with Member States calling for urgent, coordinated action to accelerate progress on …

RITES, Coal India arm ink MoU for mining and renewable energy operations 

Shares of RITES Ltd are in news today after the prime transport infrastructure consultant, inked an MoU with Central Mine Planning & Design Institute Limited (CMPDI), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited (CIL), to establish a strategic framework for …

Pakistan’s bread maker shifts to renewable energy, targets 1MW solar capacity to cut costs

Following the footsteps of various companies, Bunny’s Limited, a Pakistani manufacturer of bakery goods, has embarked on a phased transition toward renewable energy, with plans to expand solar power production to 1MW. In its first phase, the company …

China-New Zealand Renewable Energy Dialogue: Learning from Progress, Sharing the Zero-Carbon Journey

Austin Disaster Relief Network Continues Cleanup Efforts and Survivor Care in Multi-county Flood Response

ADRN continues disaster response across Travis, Williamson, and Kerr Counties—meeting urgent needs while laying the groundwork for long-term recovery. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, July 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Disaster Type and Location: …

BC Wildfire Season: Local Gutter Contractor Warns Gutters Can Become a Fire Hazard

As wildfire risk peaks across British Columbia, Heimann Gutters urges homeowners to clear dry debris from gutters to protect homes from ember ignition. ARMSTRONG, BC, CANADA, July 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With wildfire season well underway …

FEMA Publishes Notices of Funding Opportunity, Empowering States to Take Charge of Their Own Individualized Disaster ...

Federal Funding Will Bolster Protections Against Earthquakes and Floods   WASHINGTON -- Today, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) published two Notices of Funding Opportunity, making millions in federal funding available to help states and …

UNEP FI Features ESGSignals® in Its Newest Sustainability Risk Dashboard

The database is comprised of leading suppliers of sustainability insights for the climate and physical risk assessment needs of capital markets NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RS Metrics is among the risk data providers …

Money Is Available for Personal Property Losses, Including Musical Instruments

Tennesseans love their music! So, it is good news that musicians and other residents who had damage or losses from April 2-24 severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding, may be eligible for FEMA assistance. Homeowners and renters in …

Last Day to Apply for FEMA Assistance Following April Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Kentucky homeowners and renters who experienced damage or loss caused by the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides have until 11:59 p.m. today to apply for federal disaster assistance. The deadline to …

FEMA Support Ends as Disaster Case Management Program Continues at One Stop Rebuilding Center

LOS ANGELES – As the demand for in-person services has decreased over time, the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA’s) in-person presence will end at 5 p.m. July 31, 2025, at the One Stop Rebuilding Center.  The California Governor’s Office of …

Over the Top Terrazzo Earns National Award for Malibu 'Glass Box House' Reconstruction

Home's terrazzo installation, recognized for its design and craftsmanship, exemplifies resilience and artistry in post-Woolsey Fire reconstruction. FREDERICKSBURG , TX, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Over the Top Terrazzo …

Preparing Hickory’s Urban Canopy for Storm Season

Tree Safety and Risk Reduction Measures Recommended Ahead of Peak Weather Events HICKORY, NC, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With peak storm season approaching in late summer and early fall, property owners across the …

Express Restoration Offers Expert Storm Damage Cleanup for Local Customers

Express Restoration Provides Professional Storm Damage Cleanup for Local Communities EDMOND, OK, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When severe weather strikes, quick response and expert care are essential to minimize property damage and …

New Mexicans Can Now Apply for Possible FEMA Assistance After Severe Storms, Flooding and Landslides

SANTA FE, New Mexico – FEMA is supporting state and local recovery efforts for New Mexicans in Lincoln County who sustained damage from the severe storms, flooding and landslides that began June 23, 2025, and continuing. Financial assistance is available …

Kentucky Counties Affected by April Flooding and May Tornadoes Now Eligible for FEMA Public Assistance

FRANKFORT, Ky.– Kentucky counties affected by the April severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, flooding, landslides, and mudslides and flooding and the May 16-17 tornadoes are now eligible to apply for FEMA Public Assistance.  Under FEMA’s Public …

Clinton County Residents Invited to Review Flood Maps

CHICAGO - Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in Clinton County and Incorporated Areas. Property owners are encouraged to review the latest information …

Disaster Recovery Centers to Open in Kerr, Travis Counties

AUSTIN, Texas – Disaster Recovery Centers will open Friday, July 25, in Kerr County and Saturday, July 26, in Travis County to offer face-to-face help to survivors who had damage or losses from the severe storms and flooding in Central Texas. The centers …

FEMA Application Deadline Extended To August 22 For Kentuckians Affected by May Tornadoes

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Kentucky homeowners and renters who suffered uninsured damage to their property from the May 16-17 tornadoes now have until August 22 to apply for FEMA assistance. Eligible counties are Caldwell, Laurel, Pulaski, Russell, Trigg and Union. …

Two Days Left to Apply for FEMA Assistance Following April Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Kentucky homeowners and renters who experienced damage or loss caused by the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides have two days left to apply for federal disaster assistance. The deadline to apply is …

South Texas Disaster Assistance Deadline Has Passed but Help Still Available

AUSTIN, Texas – The July 22 deadline to apply for FEMA disaster assistance has passed, but help is still available for those who sustained loss from the March 26-28 severe storms and floods in South Texas.  Applicants should stay in touch with FEMA to …

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Michigan

WASHINGTON - FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Michigan to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe winter storm from March 28-30, 2025. Public Assistance federal funding is available to the …

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Oregon

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Oregon to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides from March 13-20, 2025.  Public Assistance …

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Indiana

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Indiana to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding from March 30 – April 9, 2025. Public …