COP29 COP29: Azerbaijan wants fossil fuels to fund climate adaptation Azerbaijan’s energy agenda for this year's COP has been met with scepticism. Melodie Michel 17 September 2024
Policy & Standards Investors managing US$29 trillion call for stronger climate policies – including carbon pricing Yet it’s estimated that only 1% of global emissions are currently priced high enough to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement. Melodie Michel 17 September 2024
Electric Vehicles Volvo drops 100% EV goal by 2030, adjusts GHG reduction target "The transition to electrification will not be linear, and customers and markets are moving at different speeds of adoption." Melodie Michel 04 September 2024
People & Culture Teck Resources shakes up governance to support critical minerals focus The Vancouver-based miner has promoted Charlene Ripley to EVP and Chief Legal and Sustainability Officer. Melodie Michel 02 September 2024
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
Fossil fuels Nobel winners and former presidents slam lack of fossil fuel mention in UN pact draft "Another stark failure to confront one of the greatest threats to our planet and humanity." Melodie Michel 14 August 2024
Energy Transition Wind energy capacity set to double by 2030 – but that’s still not enough China is overachieving on its own 2030 target, helping the world meet wind power goals. Melodie Michel 13 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
Renewable energy Renewables overtook fossil fuels in EU power generation in the first half of 2024 This is the first time this milestone is achieved at a European level. Melodie Michel 01 August 2024
Operations & Finance Spain aims to boost green hydrogen with long-awaited subsidies The nearly 800 million euros in subsidies come nearly two years after gaining approval from the European Commission. Olivia Peluso 09 July 2024