Fossil fuels Can humanity really kick its addiction?
Climate at COP28 in Dubai We are about to pass a civilisational milestone, say forecasters. In the next few years we will pass ‘peak’ fossil fuels – it may have…
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Brazil records its hottest ever temperature
Brazil has recorded its hottest ever temperature – 44.8C (112.6F) – as parts of the country endure a stifling heatwave. The record was hit on Sunday in the town of…
Climate change: US and China take ‘small but important steps’
The US and China have agreed on measures to tackle climate change but stopped short of committing to end fossil fuels, a joint statement said. The world’s biggest carbon emitters…
British water companies face $1 bln lawsuits over pollution
LONDON – Six British water companies are facing lawsuits valued at over 800 million pounds ($1 billion) brought on behalf of millions of customers for allegedly overcharging customers by under-reporting…
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US refuses climate reparations for developing nations
The US says it will not “under any circumstances” pay reparations to developing countries hit by climate change-fuelled disasters. Climate envoy John Kerry made the remarks at a Congress hearing…
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UAEU launches its COP28 roadmap
AL AIN- This United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) today launched its strategic plan of action leading up to the meeting of the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) to the…
Drought-depleted hydropower drives China to turn to coal
LONDON – China has leant hard on coal-fired power plants as well as wind and solar generators to make up for a shortfall in hydroelectric generation as a result of…
Late push for coal subsidies upsets EU deal on energy reforms
LUXEMBOURG – Climate Change – A late proposal to extend subsidies for coal plants has upset European Union countries’ plans to on Monday approve a reform of the bloc’s power…
Swiss voters approve global minimum corporate tax, climate goals
ZURICH – Voters in Switzerland on Sunday approved the introduction of a global minimum tax on businesses and a climate law that aims to cut fossil fuel use and reach…
Threat to whales complicates US research into seaweed for biofuel
CAPE COD BAY, Massachusetts – In Cape Cod Bay, 10-year-old Pilgrim and her calf skim the water’s glassy surface alongside the Shearwater research vessel to feed on tiny crustaceans. The…