Policy & Standards US on track for 65% reduction in power sector emissions – if Biden policies are maintained Donald Trump has pledged to rescind every one of Biden’s climate regulations if he is elected in November. Melodie Michel 14 August 2024
Net zero Listed companies two years away from exhausting their 1.5ºC carbon budget Just 11% of listed firms have aligned their strategies with a 1.5ºC future. Melodie Michel 05 August 2024
Climate Targets Top fashion brands lack ambition and transparency on climate: report Less than half (47%) of brands have an SBTi-validated decarbonisation target covering their entire supply chains. Melodie Michel 02 August 2024
Sustainable Finance PCAF: 500 FIs now signed up to financed emissions accounting standard The organisation's methodology to assess capital market emissions was integrated into NZBA guidelines this year. Melodie Michel 02 August 2024
Net zero Mars has decoupled growth from emissions over the last five years "It is critically important to strengthen our programs with farmers to help the transition to climate-smart and regenerative agriculture." Melodie Michel 29 July 2024
Aviation Airbus and Boeing ramp up aviation decarbonisation deals The two aircraft makers are investing in SAF and partnering with other entities to accelerate progress. Melodie Michel 24 July 2024
Policy & Standards South Africa adopts climate law mandating GHG reduction targets Sectors covered by the law include agriculture, industry, energy, mining, transportation and forestry. Melodie Michel 23 July 2024
Climate Targets BrewDog and Asda revisit climate pledges Recent months have brought a trend of dropped commitments, extended deadlines and sustainability strategy reshuffles. Melodie Michel 22 July 2024
Decarbonisation EU approves 3bn euro carbon capture scheme The European Commission approved a 3 billion euro scheme to support carbon capture and storage in Sweden, though business leaders say lack of regulatory guidance has slowed progress in the sector. Olivia Peluso 02 July 2024
Decarbonisation Report: Global carbon removal credit industry could reach $100bn The global market for carbon dioxide removal credits could reach up to $100 billion a year between 2030 and 2035 if barriers to the industry’s growth are addressed. Olivia Peluso 28 June 2024