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Fast Company
4 days ago
Business

U.S. unveils new carbon offset market policy: 'Credibility is literally the commodity'

The U.S. government introduced rules for voluntary carbon credits to address market challenges and boost confidence in emissions reductions. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Data science

The 1.5C global heating target was always a dream, but its demise doesn't signal doom for climate action | Bill McKibben

The 1.5C target, initially chanted by activists in 2009, became central after the Paris climate talks. Urgent action is needed to achieve this goal by 2030. [ more ]
The Verge
3 weeks ago
OMG science

The US is propping up gas while the world moves to renewable energy

Global electricity generation from fossil fuels likely peaked in 2023, marking a significant turning point towards renewables and reduced emissions. [ more ]
time.com
1 month ago
California

California Announces First New State Park in a Decade, Sets Climate Goals for Natural Lands

California is opening its first new state park in a decade, Dos Rios, aiming to cut emissions and promote carbon neutrality by 2045. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Europe politics

Healthier ready-to-eat meals would have huge' EU climate benefits report

Healthier ready-to-eat meals could significantly reduce emissions and improve health, while saving consumers money. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Canada news

'It has to go': Ontario premier slams federal carbon tax hike | CBC News

Premier Doug Ford strongly opposes the federal carbon tax hike.
Ford emphasizes the burden of the carbon tax on Ontario businesses and agricultural organizations. [ more ]
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www.cbc.ca
5 months ago
Environment

Emission projections show Canada on track to achieve interim climate target | CBC News

Canada on track to achieve its interim climate target and 2030 climate goal
Emissions projections show a decrease in climate-altering emissions by mid-decade [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Artificial intelligence

The Climate Summit Embraces A.I., With Reservations

Artificial intelligence is a hot topic at the COP28 climate summit, with experts discussing its potential to combat climate change.
Concerns have been raised about the energy consumption and potential harm caused by AI technology. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Environment

EU agrees law to curb methane emissions from fossil fuel industry

The EU has struck a deal to address methane pollution in the fossil fuel industry, making it the first of its kind.
The proposed law will require coal, oil, and gas companies to report their methane emissions and take steps to reduce them.
Cutting methane emissions is seen as an effective way to mitigate climate change and extreme weather events. [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
6 months ago
Environment

There are only 7 years left to cut global emissions in half. So far, we're failing

By 2030, global emissions need to be 43% lower to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.
Only one key indicator, electric car sales, is on track to meet the 2030 target.
Progress in other sectors, such as rapid transit infrastructure and renewable energy, is too slow or in the wrong direction. [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Environment

Climate Summit Leader Tries to Calm Uproar Over a Remark on Fossil Fuels

Tensions arise over global climate summit in a petrostate
Emirati oil executive defends position on fossil fuel use [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
6 months ago
Environment

King Charles speaks of a stark choice: How dangerous are we prepared to make our world?'

World leaders gather in Dubai for UN climate summit, calling for urgent action on global warming.
The need for unanimous consent in reaching a final agreement means that each word will be scrutinized. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Environment

UK likely to miss Paris climate targets by wide margin, analysis shows

The UK government is likely to miss its targets under the Paris climate agreement by a wide margin.
Current policies would only achieve just over half of the emissions cuts needed by 2030. [ more ]
www.npr.org
6 months ago
Environment

Global climate talks begin in Dubai, with an oil executive in charge

The United Nations annual climate negotiations have begun in Dubai, with a focus on reducing emissions and addressing the costs of climate change.
Controversy surrounds the appointment of Sultan al-Jaber, head of the UAE's state oil company, as the president of the climate meeting.
The negotiations come after the hottest year ever recorded on Earth and increasing deadly and disruptive extreme weather events. [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
6 months ago
Environment

This is what actually happens at the COP climate summits

The United Nations holds an annual climate conference called COP (Conference of Parties) to assess progress in climate action and negotiate next steps.
The meetings include closed-door negotiations, official negotiations attended by world leaders, side events with nonprofits and activists, and heavy representation from oil companies. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Canada news

Canada oil and gas firms to drill 8% more wells next year as emissions target slips

Oil and gas producers in Canada plan to drill 8% more wells next year, taking advantage of new shipping options and pipelines.
Canada is considering an emissions cap for the oil and gas sector, but the industry argues the proposed caps are too restrictive.
Despite ambitious climate commitments, Canada is expected to miss its emissions reduction goals, with no significant reductions since 1990. [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
6 months ago
Environment

What a U.S.-China Climate Deal Means for COP28

The United States and China have reached an agreement to increase clean energy and reduce emissions.
The deal between the two countries could have a positive impact on global climate talks. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
6 months ago
Environment

What a U.S.-China Climate Deal Means for COP28

The US and China have agreed to increase clean energy and reduce emissions, which could have a significant impact on global climate talks.
The US and China account for 38% of the world's greenhouse gases, making their agreement crucial for other countries to follow suit.
This deal could serve as a template for negotiations at the upcoming United Nations climate talks. [ more ]
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