News with the tag "Climate Change"

Rapid and efficient humanitarian aid distribution is enhanced through the use of blockchain technology. Mercy Corps CIO Scott Onder explains how.

Coral, a climate tech startup leveraging blockchain and AI, has secured $3 million in pre-seed funding to expand its operations and enhance its carbon emissions management platform. The funding will enable Coral to open a new office in Abu Dhabi, hire more experts, and improve its AI-powered platfor...

Flowcarbon reportedly cited tough market conditions and resistance from carbon registries as the main reasons behind the refunds.

A tax on the energy used by crypto miners could cut emissions by 100 million tons a year, equal to Belgium’s emissions, say two IMF executives.

Blockchain firm Verofax has teamed up with climate tech startup Netgreen to enhance global reforestation efforts. The partnership aims to create a transparent and efficient way for individuals to support tree-planting initiatives. This collaboration will also help track and measure carbon capture, p...

In a new report filed by Greenpeace, the climate group called for Wall Street accountability in crypto mining, and it correlated bitcoin mining to excessive global energy usage. Greenpeace claimed that Bitcoin (BTC) mining has evolved into a significant industry…

In a recent report, concerns have been raised about the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in addressing the climate crisis. Contrary to optimistic claims by tech giants like Google, the report suggests that AI may exacerbate environmental challenges by driving up energy consumption and facilitati...

Explore the complex impact of artificial intelligence on climate change, including its potential to both aid and hinder environmental efforts.

Cultural heritage, arts, and creative sectors, coupled with tax-deductible cryptocurrency donations, could help with supporting climate actions globally.

In the face of escalating climate challenges, COP28 emerges as a pivotal arena for addressing the urgent need to revolutionize agriculture. As the world grapples with food security, environmental degradation, and the demands of a growing population, the conference presents a crucial opportunity to d...