It starts with a plan: COP28 and the transition to a net zero economy November 30, 2023 Political and business leaders, along with scientists and many others, are gathering in Dubai for the COP28 UN climate summit to focus on the urgent need for a rapid transition to a lower-emission world. To ensure that we don’t exacerbate existing social inequalities, we also need to ensure this transition is “just”. In other words, [...]
What is COP28 and why does it matter? November 29, 2023 The COP28 climate convention is unlikely to be far from the headlines over the next fortnight. Morning Wire has broken down everything you need to know ahead of time.
COP28: Five things to watch out for as the global climate conference starts in Dubai November 29, 2023 While some cynics may look at it as a talking shop where not enough discussion leads to action, it does offer a chance for thought-leaders to co-ordinate.
Government ‘mixed messages’ put financial sector green progress at risk, MPs warn November 29, 2023 The financial sector’s progress towards net zero risks stalling due to “mixed messages” from the government on green issues, a group of MPs have warned.
EU begins methane crackdown on oil and gas exporters November 16, 2023 Oil and gas producers across the world will be subject to tighter methane emissions limits from 2030, according to a new European Union agreement. Yesterday, EU member states and the European Parliament agreed to impose “maximum methane intensity values” by 2030 on international producers sending methane into Europe. The declaration states the agreement “will oblige [...]