China’s exports of electric vehicles, batteries, and solar cells surged in March due to increased global demand and geopolitical instability.
China’s clean tech exports surge amid the Iran war
Viewpoint: Trump’s accidental boost to the energy transition
The oil crises have historically spurred environmental action and innovation, highlighting the urgency for renewable energy amid geopolitical tensions.
Analysis: As the Gulf conflict widens, so does its environmental footprint
Environmental strain is growing in a region already vulnerable, leaving some countries with little capacity to cope.
Opinion: Oil price surge — don’t be fooled by rising fossil fuel stocks
Oil stocks are surging as crude prices climb, yet demand shifts, market volatility and the global energy transition could make fossil fuel investments increasingly risky.
Greenpeace warns about an environmental oil disaster waiting to happen
Greenpeace warns of an imminent ecological disaster in the Persian Gulf due to the accumulation of oil tankers amidst regional conflict.
The price of oil surges past the $100 mark
Oil prices surged past $100 due to military strikes on Iran, causing global economic concerns and affecting energy transition efforts.
Iraq’s unprecedented drought plunges its wheat economy into doubt
Iraq faces a severe drought in 2025, impacting wheat production. Declining river levels threaten agriculture, increasing future import needs.
Lebanon is thrown into a water crisis as it experiences the worst drought on record
Lebanon faces a severe water scarcity crisis due to historic drought, impacting agriculture, electricity, and domestic water supplies nationwide.
Analysis: Ecocide in Gaza: Who will hear and heal its dying environment?
Gaza faces alarming environmental devastation with nearly half of its trees destroyed and vital natural areas ruined due to conflict. Reports indicate severe damage to farms and a significant increase in air pollution. Israeli actions are devastating Palestinian livelihoods and erasing familiar landscapes, leading to long-term consequences for both Palestinians and the environment in Gaza.
Saudi Arabia echoes “Business as usual” as a key COP28 argument
By Anders Lorenzen One of the world’s largest oil producers and the biggest in the Middle East, Saudi Arabia, is to use the upcoming UN climate conference, COP28, to argue for their […]
A greener life, a greener world 