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Energy industry methane emissions rise close to record in 2023

Methane emissions from energy sector at record highs despite promises to reduce levels

40% of emissions in 2023 could have been avoided at no net cost using available technology [ more ]

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2 months ago

IEA: Fossil fuel sector methane emissions unacceptably high DW 03/13/2024

Fossil fuel industry hit record high methane emissions in 2023

Immediate action needed to reduce methane emissions [ more ]

www.dw.com

2 months ago

Energy sector methane emissions unacceptably high, IEA says DW 03/13/2024

Fossil fuel industry hit record-high methane emissions in 2023

Immediate action crucial to reduce methane emissions [ more ]

Truthout

Left-wing politics

"We Can't Wait": Sanders Says Green New Deal Needed Now More Than Ever

The Green New Deal is still considered necessary in light of escalating climate change and the influence of the fossil fuel industry.

New polling shows that the Green New Deal and related proposals remain popular among voters, particularly Democrats. [ more ]

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Biden's delay of carbon bomb' projects could be a big deal - but will it last?

The Biden administration has paused pending export licenses for liquified natural gas (LNG) to evaluate the climate impact of the projects.

The US has experienced rapid growth in LNG export terminals, making it the world's largest exporter of gas. [ more ]

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1 week ago

Business

Natural Gas Is a Climate Scam - and Consumers Are Paying for It

The surge in LNG exports has led to a sharp increase in natural gas prices domestically, impacting both households and businesses negatively. [ more ]

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1 month ago

Canada news

Canada is still backing the fossil fuel industry with billions, report finds | CBC News

The federal government continues to provide billions in financial support to the fossil fuel industry despite previous measures to limit subsidies.

Environmental Defence's report estimated at least $18.6 billion in support in 2023. Climate activists advocate for prioritizing renewable energy over fossil fuels. [ more ]

www.standard.co.uk

London

Why was Greta Thunberg arrested? Climate activist appears in court over London protest

Greta Thunberg was arrested in October 2023 during a protest against the fossil fuel industry.

Thunberg pleaded not guilty for breaching the Public Order Act by blocking the entrance to a hotel. [ more ]

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OMG science

Fossil Fuel Industry Knew About Impending Climate Crisis as Early as 1954

The fossil fuel industry funded research on climate science as far back as the 1950s.

The research funded by the industry led to the development of the Keeling Curve, which is foundational to scientists' understanding of the climate crisis. [ more ]

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OMG science

Smoking gun proof': fossil fuel industry knew of climate danger as early as 1954, documents show

The fossil fuel industry funded early climate science, including Charles Keeling's research on CO2 levels.

The Air Pollution Foundation, backed by oil and car manufacturing interests, provided funding for Keeling's research in 1954. [ more ]

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Left-wing politics

Biden's Base Revolts: Climate Activists Ramp Up Pressure Ahead of Super Tuesday

Youth climate activists from the Sunrise Movement disrupted campaign events for former President Donald Trump and former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley, calling attention to their ties to the fossil fuel industry.

The protesters unfurled banners and shouted at the candidates, demanding to know why they were taking money from the oil and gas industry while claiming to fight for the people. [ more ]

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4 months ago

The world's next big carbon capture challenge? Figuring out how to use it

Companies like Chevron and Microsoft are investing in carbon capture technology.

There are concerns about the fossil fuel industry's involvement and the scalability and cost of carbon capture. [ more ]

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Opinion | Carbon Capture Won't Save Us From Climate Change

Direct air capture of carbon is a nascent technology being discussed at COP28.

While not a complete solution, it may be necessary in sectors where reducing emissions to zero is extremely costly. [ more ]

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The Guardian view on Cop28: a phase-out of fossil fuels is the only decision that makes sense | Editorial

The fossil fuel industry is heavily lobbying at Cop28 to avoid references to the phase-out of fossil fuels that would impact their profits.

There is a battle over language at Cop28 whether to phase down or completely phase out fossil fuels. [ more ]

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What the fossil fuel industry is saying in this year's climate talks

Oil companies are arguing that the problem is not oil and gas itself, but the carbon dioxide emissions released when burning them.

The oil industry is trying to shape global climate policy at the U.N. climate talks, making statements that may sound agreeable but are not calling for a reduction in the use of fossil fuels. [ more ]

Truthout

With COP28 Underway, Let's Recommit to an Ongoing Struggle for Systemic Change

Climate activists are pressuring world leaders at the COP28 conference to make strong climate policy commitments.

The emphasis on individual climate action can be traced back to a disinformation campaign led by the fossil fuel industry. [ more ]

HuffPost

A Scandal Just Rocked A Major Climate Summit - And It Was Years In The Making

Leaked documents suggest that the president of COP28 planned to broker oil and gas deals and boost fossil fuel exports.

The revelation highlights the influence of the fossil fuel industry on international climate negotiations.

Climate action has long been hindered by the interests of Big Polluters, leading to a failure to curb greenhouse gas emissions. [ more ]

The Intercept

Media industry

Leading News Outlets Are Doing the Fossil Fuel Industry's Greenwashing

Major news outlets like Reuters are publishing misleading promotional content for fossil fuel companies, giving them a veneer of journalistic credibility.

The report analyzed advertorials, events, and ad data from seven news outlets over a three-year period. [ more ]

The Nation

Media industry

How the Media Greenwashes the Fossil-Fuel Industry

Some trusted news publications are producing advertorials and events sponsored by fossil fuel companies, potentially misleading readers

The analysis focused on the period from October 2020 to October 2023, during which calls for cutting ties with fossil fuel clients increased [ more ]

WSJ

Oil-and-Gas Companies Account for Only 1% of Clean-Energy Investment Globally, IEA Says

The fossil-fuel industry is not investing enough in decarbonization, spending just 2.5% of their investment on clean energy.

Oil-and-gas companies should allocate about half of their capital expenditures towards clean energy projects by 2030 to meet the Paris climate agreement target.

Tackling methane leaks in oil-and-gas operations is a cost-effective way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. [ more ]

Futurism

Exxon Is Trying to Find the Guy Who Did Climate Change

ExxonMobil CEO expresses frustration with climate mitigation efforts

Calls for focus on tech-driven efforts like carbon capture [ more ]

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