Author: Business Enquirer

As the world races toward cleaner energy solutions, India is emerging as a surprising front-runner, outpacing many global trends in the transition from fossil fuels to renewable power. A new report by the U.S.-based Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) reveals that India is leveraging affordable, homegrown clean energy technologies to meet its surging electricity needs while building a more sustainable future. Titled “Empowering India: The Clean Energy Growth Opportunity,” the report positions India as a standout example of how a rapidly developing nation can drive economic growth and environmental progress in parallel. Powered by innovative policy frameworks, cost-effective solar and wind…

Ouarzazate, Morocco – In a bold fusion of artificial intelligence and environmental science, a team of Moroccan researchers has developed a cutting-edge AI system aimed at tackling one of the country’s most pressing ecological crises: groundwater depletion in its ancient oases. Unveiled at the International Congress on Oases and Date Palm (CIO) held May 22–23 in Ouarzazate, the research offers a powerful new tool for identifying groundwater recharge zones in data-scarce, arid regions like Morocco’s Middle Draa Valley, an area facing acute water stress. At the centre of the project is Adil Moumane, a researcher at Ibn Tofail University in…

South Korea’s airlines are taking to the skies with a bold new playbook. Faced with growing global competition and rapidly shifting traveler demands, carriers from the peninsula are redrawing the map, literally, by focusing on exclusive international routes that no other domestic airline serves. The strategy is not only redefining South Korea’s aviation growth model but also unlocking fresh revenue streams across under explored geographies. Leading the charge is Korean Air, the nation’s flagship carrier, which has staked its future on a carefully curated network of unique, international destinations, connecting Korea to regions largely untouched by domestic rivals. With 34…

Cemex, the multinational leader in building materials and construction solutions, is accelerating its sustainability agenda with a major investment in electric ReadyMix trucks across its Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region. This bold move is part of the company’s broader commitment to decarbonising its supply chain and achieving net-zero CO₂ emissions by 2050 under its ambitious Future in Action strategy. Electric mixer trucks were first introduced into Cemex’s fleet in 2023, beginning with operations in Germany and the United Arab Emirates. Following a successful initial rollout, marked by positive performance results, operational efficiency, and strong feedback from communities and…

A landmark global study has unveiled the powerful role that the Internet of Things (IoT) is playing in driving the transformation of cities toward sustainability, inclusivity, and resilience. Published in Results in Engineering, the research underscores how connected technologies are reshaping urban infrastructure and accelerating progress toward the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11 (SDG 11): sustainable cities and communities. Drawing from more than 6,300 publications between 2010 and 2024, the study conducted an in-depth bibliometric and thematic analysis to assess how IoT is contributing to sustainable urban development. The results highlight a surge in research and implementation of smart…

In what could become a transformative moment for Türkiye’s energy landscape, the nation has announced the discovery of a massive shale oil reserve estimated at 6.1 billion barrels in its south-eastern Diyarbakır Basin. The revelation, made by Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar, could catapult Türkiye above several OPEC members and key global producers in terms of reserve size. The estimate was provided by U.S. based oil company Continental Resources, which recently partnered with Türkiye’s national oil company TPAO to explore and develop shale prospects in the region. If validated, the discovery would dramatically shift Türkiye’s position in the global energy hierarchy.…

Australia’s mining sector is entering a dynamic new phase, marked by a nationwide surge in exploration and development activities across key mineral-rich regions. From copper in Queensland to gold in Western Australia and beyond, miners are intensifying their efforts to uncover the next big resource deposits, and in doing so, are reinforcing the country’s position as a global mining powerhouse. Leading the charge is New Frontier Minerals, which is advancing operations at Austral Resources’ Mt Kelly copper plant in Queensland, edging closer to full production. Meanwhile, Ordell Minerals is drilling deep at the Barimaia gold project in Western Australia, aiming…

India is rapidly emerging as a more attractive destination for global manufacturing investment, driven by policy reforms, regional integration, and a strategic response to shifting global trade dynamics, according to a new study from S&P Global Ratings. Transformative Perspectives, outlines how the country’s manufacturing sector is well-positioned to benefit from evolving trade policies, geopolitical realignments, and a global push to diversify supply chains. S&P Global highlights India’s increasing appeal to international investors and its growing manufacturing competitiveness as long-term advantages in a turbulent trade environment. “As countries navigate trade tensions and adapt to new tariff structures, India has a unique…

As the global community races to transition from fossil fuels to clean energy, a new report from the International Energy Agency (IEA) has raised alarm bells: the world’s clean energy ambitions are increasingly vulnerable due to a heavy reliance on a small number of countries for critical mineral supply, and China, in particular, has emerged as a dominant force. In its newly released Global Critical Minerals Outlook 2024, the IEA cautions that the supply of essential minerals, such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, copper, and rare earth elements, remains dangerously concentrated. These minerals are indispensable for the production of electric vehicles,…

As passenger demand for modern, reliable rail service continues to grow, Amtrak is responding with major infrastructure investments across the country, beginning with a bold new project in the heart of Seattle. Construction is now in full swing at Amtrak’s King Street Yard, where the company has begun laying the foundation for a nearly 100,000-square-foot advanced maintenance facility. This transformative development promises to redefine rail operations in the Pacific Northwest. “The Pacific Northwest is a key priority for Amtrak,” said Roger Harris, Amtrak President, during a recent site visit. “With heavily traveled routes like Amtrak Cascades connecting Seattle, Portland, and…