Tag: Environment
$12 Billion Climate Fund Prepares for Rare Bond Issuance
A multilateral climate fund, the Climate Investment Funds (CIF), is planning to issue a rare bond in the capital markets to raise funds to invest in renewable energy and new technologies in developing economies....
Ocean Advocates Shift Focus Beyond COP29 to Address Climate Crisis
Ocean advocates are shifting their focus beyond COP29 to address the climate crisis. The ocean, as the world's largest carbon sink, plays a crucial role in mitigating global warming. However, marine issues often receive...
Fighting Climate Change Independently: Why the US is Not Essential
Climate change is a pressing issue that requires global cooperation and action. While the United States has historically played a significant role in global efforts to combat climate change, recent events have raised questions...
UK Climate Leadership: Keir Starmer Resists Public Finance Increase
The UK's climate leadership has been a topic of discussion recently, with calls for increased public finance to support environmental initiatives. However, Keir Starmer, the leader of the Labour Party, has resisted these calls,...
Mercury Pollution Downstream of Yukon Mining Disaster: Chemical Levels Exceed Standards
Mercury contamination has been detected in water samples downstream of a gold mine disaster in the Yukon. The spill, which occurred in June, released several million tonnes of contaminated rock into the environment. The...
Biden Administration Maintains Halt on LNG Permits, Energy Secretary Indicates
The Biden administration is maintaining a halt on LNG permits, as indicated by Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm. The decision not to approve any natural gas-export permits before the end of the presidential term in...
Trump Administration Reportedly Plans to End Electric Vehicle Tax Credit
US auto stocks and Asian battery makers took a hit after reports surfaced that President-elect Donald Trump is considering ending a key consumer tax credit designed to promote the adoption of electric vehicles. The...