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Erminia Voccia

Professional journalist with a passion for storytelling and a keen eye on global dynamics. She holds a Master’s degree in International Relations and two postgraduate diplomas in journalism and broadcast journalism. She began her career in television, producing reports for national news programs, and later worked as a freelancer for several national newspapers, online outlets, and specialized magazines. Her writing has focused on the environment, international affairs, and geopolitics, with a particular interest in Asia. She has also managed event planning and communication for a publishing house and contributed to the editing of academic essays. At Rinnovabili, she mainly covers climate and climate policy.

Rinnovabili • Lead poisoning: WHO urges governments to take action
Culture & Society
Lead poisoning: WHO calls for urgent action to protect children worldwide

The WHO is urging governments to strengthen measures against lead poisoning, which affects hundreds of millions of children worldwide. New guidelines and a global action plan aim…

Rinnovabili • Critical minerals in Africa: which countries are attracting the most investment?
Economy & Finance
Critical minerals in Africa: which countries…

Africa's vast critical mineral resources are attracting growing international investment. From copper…

Rinnovabili • Bangkok rainfall and drainage systems under pressure
Climate Change
Bangkok rainfall and drainage systems: why…

At least 40 people have died after a week of heavy rainfall…


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Climate Change
Nepal flood loss and damage funding covers just 0.7% of losses

Nepal has requested USD 20 million from the UN Loss and Damage Fund after devastating floods,…

Rinnovabili • Solar farms reduce dust pollution and improve air quality
Climate Change
Solar farms reduce dust pollution and improve air quality

Solar farms in China’s Gobi Desert can reduce dust pollution by slowing near-surface winds, stabilising soils…

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Regulations & Markets
UN Leaders and Global Partners Rally to Accelerate CleanCooking in Africa

Momentum behind clean cooking in Africa is building, with new policies, rising investment and stronger international…

Rinnovabili • Fossil fuel emissions falling in 2026 amid Hormuz crisis
Regulations & Markets
Fossil fuel emissions falling in 2026 as Hormuz crisis reshapes energy demand

Global fossil fuel emissions are expected to decline by nearly 0.5% in 2026, as the Hormuz…

Rinnovabili • Oil market: 2026 supply falls more than expected
Regulations & Markets
Oil market: 2026 supply falls more than expected

The IEA has revised down its 2026 oil supply outlook as prolonged disruption in the Middle…

Rinnovabili • Saudi Arabia oil pipeline shutdown blocks Hormuz route
Regulations & Markets
Saudi Arabia oil pipeline shutdown: route beyond Hormuz blocked

Drone attacks and the Houthi advance have shut down Petroline, a key alternative to the Strait…

Rinnovabili • Saudi Arabia oil supply: 4% of global supply at risk
Regulations & Markets
Saudi Arabia oil supply: 4% of global supply at risk

Damage to the East-West pipeline has put Saudi crude exports under pressure, with Yanbu reportedly holding…

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Climate Change
“The Himalayas melt and the rock gives way”: Geologist Ananta Gajurel on…

Rising temperatures, black carbon and permafrost thaw are destabilizing the Himalayas. Geologist Ananta Gajurel explains the…

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Photovoltaics
Solar energy is transforming healthcare in Africa, bringing reliable power to health…

Solar energy is transforming healthcare in Africa by providing more reliable electricity to hospitals and primary…

Rinnovabili • Belt and Road: USD 20bn for green energy
Energy
Belt and Road: USD 20 billion for green energy in six months

China has committed more than USD 20 billion to green energy projects under the Belt and…

Rinnovabili • China-Africa photovoltaic exports rise 179%
Photovoltaics
China-Africa photovoltaic exports rise 179% as solar trade accelerates

China-Africa photovoltaic exports increased by 179% in the first half of 2026, driven by rising demand…

Rinnovabili • Malawi BESS boosts grid stability and renewables
Energy Storage
Malawi BESS powers grid stability and climate resilience

Malawi has commissioned a 20 MW/40 MWh utility-scale battery energy storage system to strengthen grid reliability,…