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August 22, 2024
US-China trade tensions threaten Southeast Asia's solar supply chain
The solar supply chain in Southeast Asia appears to be facing turbulent times as the U.S. accuses companies in the region of unfair competition and plans to raise tariffs. As a result, some manufacturers are delaying production or withdrawing operations.
August 22, 2024Meeting 1.5°C warming limit hinges on governments more than technology, study says
The ability of governments to implement climate policies effectively is the “most important” factor in the feasibility of limiting global warming to 1.5°C, a new study says.
August 19, 2024Electric ships could be a breakthrough for China
As the world’s biggest shipper and commodity trader, China could establish a mature business model for constructing electric ships. It could also build out better recharging infrastructure, bringing further climate, environmental and economic benefits.
August 14, 2024Elon Musk, Donald Trump's livestream conversation on climate issues draws criticism
Elon Musk’s support for former U.S. President Donald Trump has sparked a stir, leading to a live discussion between the two on the X platform on August 12.
August 05, 2024Will ‘loss and damage’ climate funding reach ocean communities?
The compensation fund could help fishers from small island and coastal states, but many challenges remain.
August 01, 2024New SBTi research highlights importance of carbon credit quality, expert says
SBTi's draft on Scope 3 carbon credits is delayed, with a report showing most carbon credits fail to meet climate goals. Industry researcher warns that this highlights the increasing importance of carbon credit quality.
August 01, 2024State of the climate: 2024 now very likely to be warmest year on record
As 2024 passes its midpoint, the global climate continues to push into uncharted territory. Carbon Brief’s analysis indicates a 95% probability that this year will surpass 2023 as the warmest year on record.
July 22, 2024Truth behind Amazon's 100% renewable energy claim
Amazon has released the 2023 Sustainability Report, highlighting a significant milestone of achieving 100% renewable energy use, seven years ahead of its 2030 target. However, this achievement has been met with skepticism from within the company.
July 17, 2024What does J.D. Vance’s VP nomination mean for climate policy and renewable energy?
The collaboration between Donald Trump and J.D. Vance is seen as a stronger reinforcement of support for fossil fuels and a downplaying of climate change impacts, which could hinder the development of renewable energy and electric vehicles.
July 10, 2024Google bets on carbon removal amid AI-driven emission surge
Google's previously acclaimed operational carbon neutrality was disrupted last year. Instead of relying on carbon offset, Google is now focusing on developing carbon removal technologies to compensate for the remaining emissions they can't reduce.