Despite of a deal at COP28 OPEC members still hangs on to the fairy-tale that fossil fuels will last forever.
Opinion: COP28 – you can’t argue with the laws of physics
Analysis: COP28, a compromised deal reached amidst all-time high fossil fuel influence
The UN’s climate talks almost collapsed over the phrasing of reducing fossil fuel usage. While nearly 130 countries supported the more assertive ‘phasing out’ language, it was replaced by the softer option, ‘phasing down’, due to opposition from economies heavily reliant on fossil fuels. Despite the compromised language, the deal marked a first-time indication that the fossil fuel industry’s days are numbered. However, critics argue it falls short of action necessary to avoid severe climate change impacts.
Review: Jack Wolfskin Bike Commute Jacket
Anders Lorenzen reviews the Bike Commute Jacket by Jack Wolfskin, highlighting its versatility for various outdoor activities and cold temperatures. He appreciates its lightweight, breathable design and sustainability, despite its misleading name.
COP28: Al Gore in strong criticism of hosts UAE
Former US Vice President Al Gore criticized COP28 hosts, the UAE, for appointing the head of their national oil company as COP president. Gore highlighted that UAE’s greenhouse gas emissions rose by 7.5% in 2022 and questioned the participation and influence of fossil fuel companies in climate negotiation.
COP28: The world temperature is expected to reach 1.4 degrees C this year
As the UN’s COP28 climate summit began, the WMO confirmed 2023 is on track to be the warmest year on record, approaching the 1.5°C target set in the Paris Agreement. The report urged urgent emissions reduction amid escalating climate impacts.
Seven sustainable Christmas gifts ideas
Anders Lorenzen shares eight sustainable minimalistic Christmas gift ideas, including plantable pencils, bee conservation cups, eco-friendly clothing, and relevant literature. All products are sustainability tested.
Opinion: At COP28, climate finance takes centre stage
COP28 will be judged on its solutions to questions of climate finance – for mitigation, adaptation, and loss and damage – all of which are deeply contentious issues.
COP28: On the eve of COP28 star-studded campaign film highlights UK pension funds’ big fossil fuel shame
British actress Olivia Colman features in a Make My Money Matter campaign film, highlighting that £88 billion of UK pension savings is invested in fossil fuels.
COP28: Sombre climate report indicates we are on track for 3 degrees C warming
Ahead of the COP28 climate summit, UN scientists warn that the world is likely to heat by 3 degrees C this decade, double the target set in the 2015 Paris Agreement. This temperature increase could lead to irreversible changes, such as melting ice sheets and drying rainforests.
Opinion: Any company promoting Black Friday cannot be truly sustainable
Black Friday promotes mass overconsumption and profit-seeking behavior, undermining claimed sustainability by companies. The author encourages responsible consumerism and criticizes the event’s environmental impact.
A greener life, a greener world 