Victory for sharks and manta rays: Indonesia creates sanctuary in the ‘Amazon of the Ocean’

‘Amazon of the Ocean’: Indonesia creates sanctuary for sharks and manta rays In a move to protect a 46,000-square-kilometre area of ocean, Indonesia, currently the world’s largest exporter of sharks and rays, has announced the creation of a sanctuary for sharks and manta rays. The remote ocean dive destination is part of the Coral Triangle, an … Read more

First-ever PETA Vegan Fashion Awards 2013 helping to advance animal-friendly fashion

Vivienne Westwood, Ted Baker, Stella McCartney and H&M among winners of Peta Fashion Awards Meeting consumers’ demand for animal-free fashion, pleather, faux fur and other cruelty-free fabrics are more popular than ever. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) – with the help of judges Sadie Frost and Meg Mathews – is recognising the … Read more

McLaren unveils lightweight e-motor for the McLaren P1

McLaren Automotive announces powertrain for the McLaren P1 British manufacturer of luxury, high-performance sports cars McLaren Automotive (located at the McLaren Technology Centre (MTC) in Woking, Surrey) announced the powertrain for the McLaren P1 – a substantially revised 3.8-litre twin-turbo V8 petrol engine coupled to low-weight, highly efficient electric motor to ensure instant torque for … Read more

The European Commission for Climate Action to put green initiatives to the test

Have a great low-carbon project going on? Submit now The European Commission for Climate Action launched a low-carbon contest, calling on creative and innovative minds from across the EU to put their green initiatives to the test. The World You Like Challenge is part of the European Commission’s climate action campaign: A world you like. … Read more

10 Heroes in boating and ocean advocacy

Yachtworld Heroes honoring individuals who inspire with their work in ocean advocacy and friendship with the sea YachtWorld, the world’s largest Internet yacht brokerage portal, recognized ten YachtWorld Heroes for their love of oceans and good work so they may inspire others. 2012 YachtWorld Heroes Awards is an international program honoring individuals who inspire with … Read more

Richard Branson’s sustainable Necker Island to become greener

Richard Branson’s sustainable Necker Island to implement renewable energy systems Sir Richard Branson’s Necker Island – RFP Announced For Renewable Energy Project   Richard Branson intends to implement renewable energy systems on his home on Necker Island. The goals of the project are to reduce and/or eliminate the use of fossil fuels for electricity on … Read more