Worldwide growth in renewable energy, Colombia decides on a protected area for Indigenous peoples

March 27, 2025

Hello dear Good News community,

Just before the weekend, there is a load of positive news about the protection of animals and people! In Colombia, a new protected area for Indigenous peoples is being set up in the Amazon, which is closed to commercial use. Also, contact with the Indigenous people living there is prohibited in order to protect their isolation. While in India, the use of AI ensures the safe passage of elephants over train tracks - with great success: since then, there have been no more accidents!

Enjoy reading, Selina

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Worldwide growth in renewable energy

Last year, a new milestone was reached in the global energy transition: 92.5 per cent of newly generated electricity came from renewable sources such as solar and wind. China in particular plays a leading role: almost 64 per cent of newly generated renewable electricity worldwide came from the country in 2024. Source: EURONEWS

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Colombia decides on historic a protected area for Indigenous peoples

Colombia has established a historic protected area to provide a safe home for the uncontacted Indigenous Yuri-Passé people in the Amazon region: over one million hectares between the Caquetá and Putumayo rivers. They fear an increase in illegal mining and organised crime. Forced contact with outsiders is also prohibited. Source: MONGABAY

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India: AI protects elephants from train collisions

In the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, a system has been in operation since 2024 to protect elephants crossing 400 kilometers of railway tracks. AI counts the animals, and a prediction system warns train drivers in advance. Since its introduction, there have been no collisions. Source: NEW INDIAN EXPRESS

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Shock-absorbing bicycle helmet developed

Researchers at the University of Gothenburg in Sweden and the University of Isfahan in Iran have developed a bicycle helmet made of shock-absorbing material. In the event of an impact, the helmet contracts and absorbs the impact. The first prototypes have already been developed using a 3D printer. Source: TECH XPLORE

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How deadwood strengthens nature

Storm Darragh caused severe damage in Exmoor National Park - but there is also a positive side for nature. Felled trees provide a valuable habitat for insects and fungi. According to conservationists, dead wood is an important part of the ecosystem and can be used to promote biodiversity. Source: BBC

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Social media: Four alternatives without tracking and advertising

Established social networks such as Instagram and TikTok are increasingly being criticised. But there are alternatives that protect your data better against tracking and don't flood users with adverts. Four alternatives at a glance. Source: RESET

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