April 08, 2026
Hello dear Good News community,
Records and new milestones: Great Britain celebrates new solar highs, a first major success in protecting international waters has been achieved, and the bison is making its comeback in Europe. On that note: Have a wonderful weekend!
Enjoy reading, Selina
(Öffnet in neuem Fenster)Sunny spring weather brings new solar records to the UK
Great Britain broke its solar record two days in a row, reaching a peak output of 14,4GW. At the same time, the government approved the country's largest solar farm to date, aiming to lower electricity prices and increase stability with homegrown, low-carbon energy. Source: THE GUARDIAN
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Marine protection milestone: Ten percent of the oceans officially protected
More than 10% of the oceans are already protected, according to the WDPA—a major milestone. To reach the "30 by 30" goal (30% by 2030), an area the size of the Indian Ocean must now be secured in record time, while also improving the quality of protection. Source: MONGABAY
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Etsy bans the sale of fur products
Etsy has updated its policies: starting in August 2026, the online marketplace will no longer allow the sale of fur products. However, other animal-derived products, such as leather, are not affected by the ban. The change followed several weeks of protests by activists. Source: FASHION UNITED
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The European bison is making a comeback
One hundred years ago, the European bison was nearly extinct—but today, large herds are living once again in Great Britain, Romania, Germany, Switzerland, Poland, Belarus, and Lithuania. This has many positive effects on the environment. For example, the animals help increase biodiversity and sequester CO2. Source: MSN
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Company turns urine into fertilizer—and is now planning a forest
The Bristol-based startup NPK Recovery produces plant fertilizer from urine. This is collected from portable toilets used at festivals and other events. Following initial successful projects, a forest is now being planned in collaboration with the British Forestry Commission. Source: BRISTOL24/7
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Free travel across Europe: EU gives away travel passes to 40,000 young people
The EU is launching another round of its "DiscoverEU" initiative. With the free travel pass, more than 40,000 young people can travel across Europe by train for one month at no cost. 18-year-old Europeans can apply through the EU Commission until April 22. Source: EURONEWS
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ON OUR OWN BEHALF
Final sprint to the weekend: Reaching our monthly goal together! 🚀
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10.04.2026