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science-and-technology1 year ago•3 min saved

Arctic's Industrial Growth Unveiled by Nighttime Lights

Scientists are using nighttime satellite data to track industrial activity in the Arctic, revealing a 5% annual increase in brightness from 1992 to 2013, largely due to extractive industries like oil and gas. The study highlights significant growth in regions like Russia's Khanty-Mansi, while also noting fluctuations due to the lifecycle of these industries. This research aims to improve resource management and protect ecosystems by providing real-time insights into human activity in the rapidly warming Arctic.

via NASA (.gov)|

#arctic #climate-change #industrial-activity

economy1 year ago•1 min saved

"China's Industrial Profits Surge, Signaling Strong March Performance"

A business survey by the China Beige Book indicates that China's economy is expected to end the first quarter on a strong note, with improved industrial activity and retail spending in March. The survey, which included 1,436 businesses, revealed accelerated revenue growth and boosted margins. Despite a target growth of around 5% for the year, some analysts consider it ambitious given the current level of announced government stimulus. The report also noted improvements in employment, retail spending, and real estate, while manufacturing saw growth in production and domestic orders but a decline in export orders.

via CNBC|

#business-survey #china #economy

businesseconomy1 year ago•1 min saved

"China's Manufacturing Activity Continues 5-Month Contraction Amid Weak Demand"

China's manufacturing activity has slowed for the fifth consecutive month, indicating a persistent economic slowdown. This decline in industrial activity is likely to have repercussions on the global supply chain and could further impact the country's economy.

via Financial Times|

#businesseconomy #china #economic-slowdown