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Goldman Sachs says reaching net zero will cost $75 trillion-more than two times U.S. GDP

Reaching net zero emissions requires a $75 trillion investment by 2070 to mitigate climate change effects, which is more than two-and-a-half times U.S. GDP.

The Climate Fix: Solutions for a Warming World

The world is moving towards renewable energy, addressing climate change requires broad adaptations across various sectors.

22 National Science Academies Urge Government Action on Climate Change - Inside Climate News

Stronger measures are urgently needed to limit global warming to under 2 degrees, as emphasized by 22 Commonwealth scientists.

Tyson Foods misleads shoppers about its carbon emissions, climate group says

Tyson Foods faces accusations of misleading claims regarding achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, prompting legal action for accountability and transparency efforts.

Holistic approach to carbon capture bridges the 'Valley of Death'

Carbon Capture and Sequestration (CCS) is essential for achieving global net zero emissions and mitigating climate change.

Tappx Announces it is Carbon Neutral as of 2022

Tappx aims for net zero emissions by 2030
Partnership with 51 To Carbon Zero for sustainability measures

Goldman Sachs says reaching net zero will cost $75 trillion-more than two times U.S. GDP

Reaching net zero emissions requires a $75 trillion investment by 2070 to mitigate climate change effects, which is more than two-and-a-half times U.S. GDP.

The Climate Fix: Solutions for a Warming World

The world is moving towards renewable energy, addressing climate change requires broad adaptations across various sectors.

22 National Science Academies Urge Government Action on Climate Change - Inside Climate News

Stronger measures are urgently needed to limit global warming to under 2 degrees, as emphasized by 22 Commonwealth scientists.

Tyson Foods misleads shoppers about its carbon emissions, climate group says

Tyson Foods faces accusations of misleading claims regarding achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, prompting legal action for accountability and transparency efforts.

Holistic approach to carbon capture bridges the 'Valley of Death'

Carbon Capture and Sequestration (CCS) is essential for achieving global net zero emissions and mitigating climate change.

Tappx Announces it is Carbon Neutral as of 2022

Tappx aims for net zero emissions by 2030
Partnership with 51 To Carbon Zero for sustainability measures
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#renewable-energy

Scotland poised for record heat pump installations - but why?

Scotland is set to break its heat pump installation record, particularly in rural areas, aided by financial support initiatives.

The UK Has No Coal-Fired Power Plants for the First Time in 142 Years

The UK's last coal power plant closure signifies a major transition towards renewable energy and a commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

First Bus sites in York, Leicester and Norwich are now verified net zero-emission depots

First Bus has made significant strides in achieving net zero-emission depots by electrifying fleets and implementing renewable energy solutions.

'We should abandon the fantasy of phasing out oil and gas': Saudi oil CEO | CBC News

Oil and gas consumption likely to grow for the next decade or two
Peak oil and gas unlikely before 2030

Scotland poised for record heat pump installations - but why?

Scotland is set to break its heat pump installation record, particularly in rural areas, aided by financial support initiatives.

The UK Has No Coal-Fired Power Plants for the First Time in 142 Years

The UK's last coal power plant closure signifies a major transition towards renewable energy and a commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

First Bus sites in York, Leicester and Norwich are now verified net zero-emission depots

First Bus has made significant strides in achieving net zero-emission depots by electrifying fleets and implementing renewable energy solutions.

'We should abandon the fantasy of phasing out oil and gas': Saudi oil CEO | CBC News

Oil and gas consumption likely to grow for the next decade or two
Peak oil and gas unlikely before 2030
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How datacentres can turn the tide on carbon emissions | Computer Weekly

Datacentres must change their operational strategies and focus on consumer behavior to combat rising emissions from AI-related activities.

The world's largest chipmaker TSMC is about to be tested as it uses more and more power

TSMC faces challenges in achieving growth due to Taiwan's limited electricity supply and increasing energy demands from semiconductor production.
#google

Google is considering nuclear power to feed its energy-hungry AI data centers

Google is exploring nuclear energy to power AI data centers in pursuit of net-zero emissions by 2030.
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4 months ago

AI Drives Google's Greenhouse Emissions Up By 48% Since 2019 | Entrepreneur

Google aims for net zero emissions by 2030 but faces challenges due to increased greenhouse gas emissions driven by AI investments.
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Google's greenhouse gas emissions up 48% in 5 years

Google's greenhouse gas emissions surged by 48% due to AI growth, challenging net-zero goals by 2030.

Google is considering nuclear power to feed its energy-hungry AI data centers

Google is exploring nuclear energy to power AI data centers in pursuit of net-zero emissions by 2030.

AI Drives Google's Greenhouse Emissions Up By 48% Since 2019 | Entrepreneur

Google aims for net zero emissions by 2030 but faces challenges due to increased greenhouse gas emissions driven by AI investments.

Google's greenhouse gas emissions up 48% in 5 years

Google's greenhouse gas emissions surged by 48% due to AI growth, challenging net-zero goals by 2030.
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#climate-action

'Last chance to have your say on low traffic neighbourhoods'

The initiative aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2041 through community engagement and sustainable projects.

Can European cities lead on climate action? DW 09/10/2024

Over 100 European cities have committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2030 through innovative initiatives and strategic investments.

How carbon removal can help curb wildfires and build houses - High Country News

The 4 Corners Carbon Coalition is creating local solutions for carbon removal to meet net-zero targets by 2035.

'Last chance to have your say on low traffic neighbourhoods'

The initiative aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2041 through community engagement and sustainable projects.

Can European cities lead on climate action? DW 09/10/2024

Over 100 European cities have committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2030 through innovative initiatives and strategic investments.

How carbon removal can help curb wildfires and build houses - High Country News

The 4 Corners Carbon Coalition is creating local solutions for carbon removal to meet net-zero targets by 2035.
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#sustainability

India's rail network is nearly 100% electrified. The U.S. is at 1%

India's rail network is poised to be 100% electrified by year-end 2023, showcasing significant progress compared to the U.S.

180 electric buses and over 100 chargers will be purchased in York, Canada, thanks to Federal funding

The Canadian government is investing $76 million to help York Region build an electric bus fleet and eventually reach net-zero by 2050.

India's rail network is nearly 100% electrified. The U.S. is at 1%

India's rail network is poised to be 100% electrified by year-end 2023, showcasing significant progress compared to the U.S.

180 electric buses and over 100 chargers will be purchased in York, Canada, thanks to Federal funding

The Canadian government is investing $76 million to help York Region build an electric bus fleet and eventually reach net-zero by 2050.
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Rules discourage Canadians from generating more solar power than they use | CBC News

Rooftop solar ambitions in Canada hindered by restrictions on power generation and compensation.
Canadians want to harness solar energy but face limits on surplus energy exports.
New federal regulations target a carbon-neutral grid by 2035, raising concerns over reliability.

London City airport: 54% of journeys take under six hours by train, data shows

Increase in London City Airport capacity raises concerns about environmental and social impacts compared to available train options.
#investment

Goodyear, Ottawa and Ontario announce $575M expansion of Napanee, Ont., tire plant | CBC News

Goodyear Canada investing $575 million to make tire plant net-zero by 2040, creating jobs and reducing emissions.

Climate Finance Is Targeting the Wrong Industries

To achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2030, we need to increase investment in climate tech by 590 percent.
Europe is leading in patent applications for climate technology, but there is a misalignment between venture capital investment and emissions.

Goodyear, Ottawa and Ontario announce $575M expansion of Napanee, Ont., tire plant | CBC News

Goodyear Canada investing $575 million to make tire plant net-zero by 2040, creating jobs and reducing emissions.

Climate Finance Is Targeting the Wrong Industries

To achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2030, we need to increase investment in climate tech by 590 percent.
Europe is leading in patent applications for climate technology, but there is a misalignment between venture capital investment and emissions.
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Net Zero: How Far Have We Really Come? - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Fossil fuel companies prioritize profit over environmental sustainability.
Net zero emissions strategies may not effectively mitigate climate change.

US and China need climate armistice' to meet net zero, says former head of CSIRO

The world needs a climate armistice between the US and China to achieve net-zero emissions. Australia should focus on sectors where it has a competitive edge.

Opinion: California can lead climate change fight by cutting industry pollution

Industry will be America's largest source of greenhouse gas emissions by 2035
California is focusing on clean industrial technologies to achieve net-zero emissions

Greenly lands $52M to help smaller companies track CO2 emissions | TechCrunch

Net-zero emissions targets are influencing companies throughout the supply chain.
Greenly provides carbon accounting software to help SMBs track emissions at a lower cost.
#energy-charter-treaty

UK leaves pro-fossil fuel Energy Charter Treaty DW 02/22/2024

The UK and several EU countries are exiting the Energy Charter Treaty due to its failure to align with net-zero emission targets.
The Energy Charter Treaty has been used by big emitters to sue governments for phasing out fossil fuels, hampering climate policies.

UK the latest exit from pro-fossil fuel energy treaty DW 02/22/2024

The UK has exited the Energy Charter Treaty due to alignment failure with 'net zero' emissions targets.
The Energy Charter Treaty has been used by big emitters to sue governments for phasing out fossil fuels, hindering climate policy.

UK leaves pro-fossil fuel Energy Charter Treaty DW 02/22/2024

The UK and several EU countries are exiting the Energy Charter Treaty due to its failure to align with net-zero emission targets.
The Energy Charter Treaty has been used by big emitters to sue governments for phasing out fossil fuels, hampering climate policies.

UK the latest exit from pro-fossil fuel energy treaty DW 02/22/2024

The UK has exited the Energy Charter Treaty due to alignment failure with 'net zero' emissions targets.
The Energy Charter Treaty has been used by big emitters to sue governments for phasing out fossil fuels, hindering climate policy.
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#climate-policy

The EU is formalizing rules for taking CO2 out of the atmosphere

The EU agreed on a certification framework for carbon removal technologies.
Lax rules for carbon removal technologies could lead to ineffective climate action.

New Zealand will fail to meet 2050 net zero targets, data shows, after climate policies scrapped

New Zealand's goal of net zero emissions by 2050 is at risk due to backsliding on climate policies, potentially overshooting targets.
Government aims for a technology-led approach to reduce emissions without shutting down productive sectors of the economy.

The EU is formalizing rules for taking CO2 out of the atmosphere

The EU agreed on a certification framework for carbon removal technologies.
Lax rules for carbon removal technologies could lead to ineffective climate action.

New Zealand will fail to meet 2050 net zero targets, data shows, after climate policies scrapped

New Zealand's goal of net zero emissions by 2050 is at risk due to backsliding on climate policies, potentially overshooting targets.
Government aims for a technology-led approach to reduce emissions without shutting down productive sectors of the economy.
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Cedara & Assertive Yield Join Forces to Drive Publishers Towards Net Zero Emissions

Cedara and Assertive Yield have partnered to help publishers achieve net zero emissions.
This collaboration allows publishers to optimize bid requests and reduce their carbon footprint while attracting brands and agencies focused on sustainable advertising practices.
#fossil-fuels

The age of fossil fuels will end': Australia's Chris Bowen hails Cop28 agreement

The Cop28 climate summit agrees to transition away from fossil fuels
The agreement does not include an explicit commitment to phase out fossil fuels

Nations Near Stronger Deal To Wean Planet Off Fossil Fuels At UN Climate Summit

A new compromise has been proposed at the UN COP28 climate talks to transition away from fossil fuels in a just and equitable manner
The proposal aims to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 while giving wiggle room to individual nations

The age of fossil fuels will end': Australia's Chris Bowen hails Cop28 agreement

The Cop28 climate summit agrees to transition away from fossil fuels
The agreement does not include an explicit commitment to phase out fossil fuels

Nations Near Stronger Deal To Wean Planet Off Fossil Fuels At UN Climate Summit

A new compromise has been proposed at the UN COP28 climate talks to transition away from fossil fuels in a just and equitable manner
The proposal aims to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 while giving wiggle room to individual nations
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COP28 makes history with fossil fuels phase-out call

The United Nations climate process passed a big test with the outcome of COP28, but now faces an even larger one.
The Dubai summit ended with a pact calling for a transition away from fossil fuels and towards net-zero emissions in 2050.

COP28 Leaders Call for 'Transitioning Away' From Fossil Fuels in Final Push at Climate Talks

The UAE proposed a compromise agreement at the UN climate conference to transition away from fossil fuels.
The proposed deal aims for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.

Opinion | 'Net Zero' Fails the Cost-Benefit Test

Extravagant climate promises are wasteful and not useful.
New research provides economic analysis on policies to hold global temperatures to 1.5 degrees and reach net zero emissions.
No comprehensive cost-benefit evaluation of net-zero carbon emissions policy has been conducted.
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4 months ago

Electric vehicles for APD will arrive by the end of the year - Austin Monitor

Austin is piloting electric vehicles for its police department to reach net-zero emissions by 2040.
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