March 13, 2026
Hello dear Good News community,
When I looked at the calendar this morning, I had a brief moment of shock—today is Friday the 13th! But we’re not letting that get to us. We’re simply turning this supposed unlucky day into a lucky one: with today’s six stories of Good News, we are perfectly prepared to do just that. Enjoy today’s edition!
Enjoy reading, Selina
(Opens in a new window)Energy transition costs less than a single oil price shock
The British Climate Change Committee (CCC) has concluded that the costs of reaching climate neutrality by 2050 are lower than the potential costs of future oil crises. Annual investments of around 4 billion pounds are roughly equivalent to the financial strain caused by past energy price shocks. Independence from fossil fuels thus protects the country from massive price spikes. Source: THE GUARDIAN
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New EU rules: Better protection for package holidays
The EU is strengthening the rights of travelers on package tours. In the future, travelers will find it easier to cancel for free if problems at the destination or point of departure significantly impair the trip. Among other changes, vouchers can be refused; if requested, those affected will receive a refund within 14 days. Source: EUNEWS
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City trees are exceptionally effective climate protectors
Urban trees make a vital contribution to climate protection. A study using Munich as an example shows that older trees in particular can sequester a significant amount of $CO_2$—on hot days, they can even absorb as much as is emitted by local traffic. At the same time, green spaces cool the city and improve people’s well-being. Source: BIOENGINEER.ORG (Opens in a new window)
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Protecting hedgehogs from cars—with ultrasound
Hedgehogs can hear high-frequency sound waves—a discovery made by researchers at the University of Oxford. To protect the animals from traffic accidents, cars could be equipped with ultrasonic deterrent devices. As a next step, the researchers plan to collaborate with the automotive industry to develop such a system. Source: EURONEWS
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Plastic developed that dissolves in saltwater
According to developers in Tokyo, a new type of plastic dissolves within a few hours upon contact with saltwater, leaving no residue behind. At the same time, it is said to be as durable as conventional plastics. However, it is not yet available on the market. Source: RESET
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Hot Poets translate complex climate research into poetry
Innovative projects worldwide are using the power of poetry to make complex topics like the climate crisis or medicine more accessible. While the "Hot Poets" translate scientific presentations at UN conferences into live lyric poetry, universities in Singapore are using poems to foster empathy in future doctors. Source: BBC
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Date
March 13, 2026