The EU, Algeria and Tunisia plan to build a subsea pipeline to start exporting green hydrogen to the bloc by 2030, but experts say the numbers don’t add up Algeria,…
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New Zealand plans to barely cut emissions between 2030 and 2035
The government aims to reduce emissions by 51-55% between 2005 and 2035, promising additional cuts of just 1% from its previous 2030 goal The government of New Zealand has been…
African leaders seek investments to achieve energy goals
The poor state of many networks across Africa is slowing growth in renewable electricity provision, while off-grid solar may be faster and cheaper for rural areas African leaders at a…
How did climate change affect LA fires? What the scientists say
The unusually dry winter weather meant fires had lots of fuel to burn through, just as strong winds were blowing to spread the flames Climate change contributed to turning Los…
Can Indonesia find alternatives to replace coal?
Comment: Indonesia’s new plan to phase out coal by 2040 needs clear and manageable targets, along with more renewables to meet rising power demand Dr. Dinita Setyawati is Ember’s senior…
After Trump quit, Bloomberg promises to fill US funding gap to UN
The announcement comes after Trump said the US should “immediately cease or revoke” any financial commitment made under the UNFCCC American billionaire Michael Bloomberg has announced that his philanthropy and…
Poor coal-reliant provinces in South Africa behind on just transition
South Africa has a national strategy, funded by donors, to support a fair shift to cleaner energy – but regional plans and those of multinationals and cities remain patchy All…
Brazil appoints veteran climate diplomat André Correa do Lago as COP30 president
Ambassador Corrêa do Lago’s appointment was widely welcomed by Brazilian climate campaigners, who praised his “deep knowledge” of climate talks Brazil has appointed veteran climate diplomat André Aranha Corrêa do…
India mines e-waste for battery minerals but industry has dark side
Mohammad Abrar wakes up coughing most mornings. It’s not yet dawn but New Delhi is already blanketed in thick smog when he sets off for work. By 4am, Abrar, aged…
Green Climate Fund looks at capital-market borrowing to meet COP29 goal
A GCF official says the fund needs new sources of money but campaigners worry the move could undermine climate justice The UN’s Green Climate Fund (GCF) is considering borrowing money…
