Amin Nasser praises Beijing’s efforts to make solar panels and electric vehicles cheaper
Contributions will boost lending to poorer countries as pressure grows
Petrochemical companies oppose global agreement that would cut production to curb pollution
Meteorological agencies indicate coming June, July and August ‘more likely than not’ to be warmer than average
Eiopa head says rise in losses from natural catastrophes needs to be addressed by firms and member states
Talks over EV and geothermal energy deals aim to support government’s hub ambitions
Voting takes place over next six weeks as temperatures expected to reach new highs above 45C in some areas
Rich countries espouse active industrial policy at home while continuing to impose outdated policies abroad
Nobel-winning economist speaks about her climate-focused tax proposal
SGS expects to be able to cut vessels’ fuel consumption by up to 30 per cent with its wind-sail technology
Environmental party reconsiders its future in government after climate targets are ditched
Also in today’s newsletter, a new tax task force kicks off, and the Net-Zero Asset Owner Alliance widens its scope
Australian oil and gas developer pushed to set more binding net-zero commitments
US bank says higher interest rates, inflation and global conflict have dented outlook for energy transition
With long-haul flights exempt from charges and carriers given free allowances, large share of flights not covered by system
Decision to drop pledge to cut emissions by 75% by end of the decade labelled an ‘abject humiliation’ for SNP-Green coalition
Urgent need to ratify UN treaty to protect 30% of oceans by 2030, backers say
Airport, metro and road traffic disruption continue in financial centre even as skies clear
Also in today’s newsletter, a new attack on ESG from Texas
Dutchman led FTSE 100 group’s push into biofuels, hydrogen and renewable power
Many challenges remain before the fuel can play a full role in decarbonisation. Explore the issues with this ‘instant teaching case study’
Two new digital tools offer a fresh perspective on climate and transition risks
World Bank becomes focal point for efforts to raise up to $9tn a year to fight global warming
Recent titles range from the effects of extreme weather on human behaviour to the unseen forces of nature
Last year’s severe storms highlight growing challenge caused by climate change
Intervention comes as EU leaders prepare to debate bloc’s economic competitiveness
Science Based Targets initiative says its guidance on carbon offsets has not changed pending draft rules in July
The Turner Prize-winning artist’s latest project is tale of craft, culture and climate crisis
Move comes as White House tries to mobilise progressive voters ahead of November election
Heatwave in Vietnam damages robusta crop and prompts buying spree, pushing futures contract to highest since launch
What’s behind the upheaval within the Science-Based Targets initiative
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