Category: Climate
Europe’s climate is changing fast, bringing extreme weather that poses significant risks to the region’s economy, environment, and health. With the continent warming at twice the global average since 1980,...
BNP Paribas Accelerates Ecological Transition with €150M Fund BNP Paribas Asset Management (BNPP AM) announced that the BNP Paribas Solar Impulse Venture Fund (BNPP SIVF) has successfully raised its minimum...
Addressing the Heat Crisis Google Research is harnessing the power of AI to tackle one of the most pressing environmental challenges: extreme urban heat. The new Heat Resilience tool, developed...
ADNOC’s Strategic Stake in ExxonMobil’s Hydrogen Plant Abu Dhabi’s ADNOC will acquire a 35% stake in ExxonMobil’s upcoming hydrogen plant in Baytown, Texas. This move is part of a broader...
Volvo Car AB has revised its electric vehicle (EV) strategy, moving away from its initial goal of becoming fully electric by 2030. Instead, the company now plans for plug-in hybrids...
Poland is now aiming for a 56% share of renewable energy in its electricity mix by 2030, according to Climate Minister Paulina Hennig-Kloska. This target, presented in a draft of...
ACEN, GenZero, and Keppel Ltd. have partnered to drive the early retirement of the South Luzon Thermal Energy Corporation (SLTEC) coal-fired power plant (CFPP) in Batangas, the Philippines. The Memorandum...
The global data center industry is expected to emit approximately 2.5 billion metric tons of carbon dioxide-equivalent through 2030, according to a recent report from Morgan Stanley. This level of...
Eni and Snam have launched Ravenna CCS, Italy’s first carbon capture and storage project, positioning it as a leading initiative in global carbon capture efforts. This project is a cornerstone...
EDP Renewables (EDPR) and Microsoft are taking significant strides towards clean energy in Singapore. Under a new 20-year agreement, Microsoft will purchase 100% of the renewable energy exported from EDPR’s...
The UK’s latest renewable power auction marks a significant step in reviving the offshore wind sector. Ørsted and Iberdrola were among the big winners, securing contracts for major projects like...
Nearly half of the UK’s largest companies have had to restate their climate and sustainability metrics this year, reflecting the increasing scrutiny and evolving standards in environmental, social, and governance...
AVPN, Asia’s largest network of social investors, has awarded $5 million in grants through its APAC Sustainability Seed Fund (SSF) 2.0. Supported by Google.org and the Asian Development Bank (ADB),...
Egypt’s Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy has approved a $900 million bid from the Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar) to develop solar power plants in Upper Egypt, including...
European financial institutions are grappling with significant climate-related risks, leading to substantial financial losses and regulatory pressures. To address these challenges, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) has launched a groundbreaking...
Wells Fargo is leveraging its scale to spearhead a shift toward sustainability. According to the August 2024 Climate Report, the bank is focused on decarbonizing its operations and helping customers...
For more from Tim Mohin, sign up for his newsletter here California made headlines in March 2023 when the legislature sent Governor Gavin Newsom three new climate laws. He signed all three into...
Robeco has launched a groundbreaking climate index family designed to meet the evolving needs of investors at various stages of their climate journey. The new suite includes the “Robeco Developed...
Meta’s Commitment to Sustainability In its 2024 Sustainability Report, Meta reaffirms its commitment to creating a sustainable future. The company has been at the forefront of environmental initiatives, focusing on...
The UK has reached a significant milestone in its journey toward renewable energy: 30 gigawatts (GW) of wind power capacity. This achievement marks a crucial step in the country’s commitment...
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