Recent findings demonstrate that over 13,000 cities cutting down on fossil fuels have shown simultaneous improvements in air quality and climate pollution reduction. This emphasizes the dual benefits of such actions not only for health but also for the environment. It indicates the global potential for addressing air pollution and climate change through concerted efforts at the city level. [Read more](https://yaleclimateconnections.org/2025/09/satellites-demonstrate-that-cities-can-clean-up-the-air-and-cut-climate-pollution-at-the-same-time/)
The Tyndall Centre for Climate Change Research has released a report highlighting that while the UK's energy usage has decreased remarkably over the last 20 years, there were missed opportunities to capitalize on this potential. This emphasizes the need for the UK and other nations to significantly enhance their climate ambition to effectively address energy use and associated emissions. [Read more](https://tyndall.ac.uk/news/the-tyndall-centre-at-25-years-uk-must-step-up-climate-ambition-shows-anniversary-assessment-report/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-tyndall-centre-at-25-years-uk-must-step-up-climate-ambition-shows-anniversary-assessment-report)
The mining industry's inefficient use of resources is showcased in the underutilization of critical minerals. This neglect highlights the need for a more sustainable approach to resource extraction, especially given the growing demand for minerals used in renewable energy technologies. [Read more](https://yaleclimateconnections.org/2025/09/u-s-mines-are-literally-throwing-away-critical-minerals/)