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The felt temperature in Istanbul this year reached 45 °C. The exhausts of the busy traffic of this metropole make the heat island effect worse. If current emission trends continue, demand for air conditioning will increase by 70%.   The climate crisis and related extreme temperatures are daunting and can have deeper consequences for our lives. But cities like Istanbul are looking at solutions and ensuring that nature is used as a solution to protect its citizens and future generations.    Read more in our article about how cities in Europe are coping and what national governments need to do before next summer:  https://bit.ly/3Ou40aS #UrbanHeat #CoolCities #WatchYourTemperature #ClimateSolutions #Istanbul #Turkey #Heatwave

🌟 Exciting Career Opportunities 🌟 We're looking for talented professionals to help drive meaningful change across critical areas of sustainability and development. Check out these key openings: 1️⃣ Chief Economist 📅 Apply by April 25 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e3_ikkhF 2️⃣ Digital Media Associate (Maternity cover) 📅 Apply by April 17 🔗 https://lnkd.in/en-ifnhi 3️⃣ Global Director of Research, Energy 📅 Apply by April 7 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e7ebXcUf 4️⃣ Senior Director, Finance and Private Sector 📅 Apply by April 6 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eyGixAKm #WorkWithUs #JobOpportunity #Jobs #Hiring #HiringNow #JoinOurTeam #Carrers #NowHiring 

Are shared grids the future of energy?  The world realises that working together on energy makes more sense than every country trying to do it alone. When nations connect their power systems, they can: ⚡ Meet rising electricity demands without relying so heavily on fossil fuels ⚡Move beyond the impossible dream of total "energy independence" ⚡Create stronger, more adaptable energy networks We've already seen this work in real life. Ukraine stayed powered during the war by connecting to the EU's grid. When France's nuclear plants had problems, they imported electricity from Spain and Britain. Connected grids offer real advantages. They let sunny regions share solar power with cloudy ones, and windy areas help out when others are calm. The system becomes more reliable for everyone involved. Making this work requires effort- countries must cooperate politically, invest wisely, and coordinate their technical systems. But the momentum is growing. More regions from Europe to Africa to Asia recognise that shared grids could lead to cleaner, more affordable, and more stable energy for all. Want to understand how this transition is happening? https://lnkd.in/e6uDZFwu #EnergyFuture #CleanEnergy #ClimateAction #EnergyGrid #EnergySecurity #CleanEnergy #SustainableFuture #ClimateResilience #EUgrid #RegionalPower #GreenTransition #FutureOfEnergy WRI Polsky Center for the Global Energy Transition

At a time when leadership and ambition are most needed amidst global political uncertainty, it deeply concerns me to read the news that the European Commission would consider loosening such a critical milestone as the EU’s 2040 emission target, which was previously proposed at 90% emission reduction.    In the face of a retreating US and a fragmented world, Europe’s stable course to make its economy cleaner and more efficient is its best bet for competitiveness. A steady, reliable course creates stability for investors and companies alike and may be the EU’s main comparative advantage over other major economies. A society that is built on renewable and greener forms of energy and can decouple itself from relying on oil and gas imports is a more secure and resilient society.   The choice is clear: we can have a future with clean and safe energy, a strong and competitive, low-carbon EU economy, climate-resilient cities and future-proof, sustainable jobs. But then we need to act.    This is our chance to shape the future in a big way. Climate policy is a solution to real issues like energy prices, resilience, and disaster prevention. If done the right way, the much needed investments in infrastructure and even defence in the EU offer an unparalleled opportunity to create world-leading sustainable industrial sectors.    Now is the moment to seize the strategic opportunity to make Europe resilient and secure—economically, socially, and environmentally. The climate crisis does not negotiate, and neither should we.    Understand what is going on: https://lnkd.in/gMHXWDg5 #EU #Economy #Safety #2040target #EUPolicy #ClimatePolicy

🌟Extraordinary Job Opportunity🌟 We are looking for a Digital Media Associate (Maternity Cover) to drive engaging online content and grow our social media presence across LinkedIn, Instagram, and more! This hybrid role (8 days/month in-office) is based in London or The Hague. What you’ll do:  ✔ Manage WRI Europe’s social channels & VP’s LinkedIn  ✔ Create compelling multimedia content (videos, graphics, campaigns)  ✔ Support email marketing & stakeholder outreach You’ll bring:  ➡️ 3+ years in digital marketing/comms  ➡️ Expertise in LinkedIn, Instagram, and content creation tools (Canva, Adobe, video editing)  ➡️ Passion for climate/sustainability (NGO experience a plus!) Apply by April 17, 2025: https://lnkd.in/en-ifnhi Remember to submit your resume, cover letter, and portfolio. #DigitalMedia #SustainabilityJobs #JobsInEurope #NowHiring #WorkWithUs #JobOpportunity #Jobs #Hiring #HiringNow #JoinOurTeam #Carrers

Did you know that there is another economic model that is about reusing materials and producing almost no waste? Discover about it on The Circular Economy Show from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation podcast. In their new episode with Ke Wang, Global Lead for Energy Minerals and Circularity at World Resources Institute you also find out about the critical role that the circular economy can play in the shift to renewable energy - pairing the EU’s decarbonisation agenda with economic competitiveness and material security. Listen now: https://bit.ly/3RwcUpy #CircularEconomy #Materials #Economy #Podcast #Europe

📢 CALLING ALL URBAN INNOVATORS: WRI Ross Center #PrizeforCities is happening! 🌟 This is the fifth cycle of this global competition celebrating transformative urban change. Apply: https://bit.ly/3G0L4iH WRI Ross Center for Sustainable Cities invites submissions from initiatives and projects strengthening livability, nature, and cities together to create healthy, accessible, and thriving communities. $250,000 will be awarded to one grand prize winner and $25,000 each to four runners-up. 🌐 Theme: "Catalyzing Healthy Cities” 🏆 Grand Prize: $250,000 🏅 Four Runners-up: $25,000 each

🌟 Join Our Team in Europe! 🌟 We’re looking for talented professionals to drive meaningful change across the continent. Check out these exciting opportunities with WRI Europe: 🔹 Senior Director, Finance and Private Sector 📅 Apply by April 6, 2025 | 📍 London or The Hague 🔗 https://bit.ly/3FIQzm5 🔹 Chief Economist 📅 Apply by April 25, 2025 | 📍 London or The Hague 🔗 https://bit.ly/3FW3v88 🔹 Annual Workplan & Results Reporting Manager 📅 Apply by March 31, 2025 | 📍 Remote 🔗 https://bit.ly/42i4g49 #WorkWithUs #JobOpportunity #Jobs #Hiring #HiringNow #JoinOurTeam #Carrers #NowHiring #Europe #EuropeanJobs

How do you spark widespread action for the climate? Behavioral science offers powerful (and often overlooked) solutions. Our research reveals these approaches can be more cost-effective and scalable than traditional methods. Here are key behavioral tools every climate leader should know: Want to go deeper? Explore our findings: https://bit.ly/4kWpDzD #climate #climatechange #climatecrisis #behaviour #behaviorchange #behaviorscience #climateadaptation

📢 Tomorrow! Discover how organisations are navigating what it takes to achieve compliance and halt deforestation as regulations like the #EUDR and new sustainability reporting requirements reshape global supply chains.    Participate in our event, Tackling Deforestation-Free Compliance & Enabling Innovation with GFW Pro: https://gfw.global/4icpFB6     Hear diverse perspectives from supply chain actors working to combat deforestation. Through insights from Olam Agri, TRACT, MiCacao project and CAJA CUSCO, learn how GFW Pro allows them to develop innovative new solutions to address forest loss and meet transparency requirements imposed by regulation and stakeholders.     Register (English) ➡️ https://gfw.global/4icpFB6   Registrarse (Español) ➡️ https://gfw.global/3R9SDGc   Registre-se (Português) ➡️ https://gfw.global/3DvCbgx     This event will be hosted in English, with live interpretation in Spanish and Portuguese.     #Europe #SupplyChain #Deforestation #Policy #ClimateChange #EU #Forests #Sustainability Global Forest Watch Luiz Henrique Calado