April 2024 is the warmest on record, with the past 11 months also setting new records, raising concerns for global temperatures.
The UK government is backing a climate and environment wrecking giant fossil fuel project, spearheaded by the UK’s richest man
The UK government is backing Ineos’ massive petrochemical plant in Antwerp, despite its adverse climate and environmental impact. The project involves importing fracked shale gas and could significantly increase plastic production in Europe. Despite claims of carbon neutrality, concerns remain regarding its environmental impact and lobbying by Ineos’ CEO, Jim Ratcliffe.
Analysis: New coal mines add question mark to India’s climate commitments
Along with a major expansion of renewable energy, India is also pushing for big increases in its coal production, casting doubt on its climate commitments.
Opinion: Donald Trump drills deep into the pocket of fossil fuel
Look at Trump’s words under a microscope. What do you see?
2025 coal consumption peak steals the highlight in China’s energy outlook
China’s coal consumption is predicted to peak by 2025, with renewable energy becoming the dominant source by 2045. Oil peak expected 2026-2030.
Opinion: COP28 – you can’t argue with the laws of physics
Despite of a deal at COP28 OPEC members still hangs on to the fairy-tale that fossil fuels will last forever.
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.
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.
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.
Viewpoint: No change in fossil fuel production plans
Despite global agreement on the need to curb climate change, the planned fossil fuel production till 2050 is twice the warming limit of 1.5C. No country has pledged to phase out fossil fuels, highlighting the disconnect between climate politics and actions.
A greener life, a greener world 