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.
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.
Book review: No More Fossils, by Dominic Boyer
‘Dominic Boyer’s book, No More Fossils, part of the Forerunners series, discusses the interconnectedness of fossil fuel use, politics, and climate change. The author emphasizes on ending ‘petro-politics’ to effectively address climate change and transitioning towards ‘electro-politics’.
COP28: A coalition of companies unite around ditching fossil fuels from the final agreement
Ahead of COP28, 131 global companies worth nearly $1 trillion urged world leaders to phase out fossil fuels and achieve 100% decarbonised power systems by 2035.
Companies vying for the first round of Danish carbon capture and storage government funding
The Danish government has allocated funds for carbon capture and storage projects, set to decrease emissions by 2.3 million tonnes annually. Major companies are interested, supporting Denmark’s climate targets.
Opinion: British Cycling’s big fossil fuel shame
Thanks to the British Cycling, Shell has a front-row seat at this tears Cycling World Championship.
Analysis: The UK governments love-letter to the fossil fuel industry
As the climate crisis bites, the UK wants to go on a fossil fuel bonanza.
A greener life, a greener world 