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March 04, 2026
International carbon credits would allow EU to emit up to 50% more in 2040, researchers find
The use of international carbon credits by European countries to meet greenhouse gas emission reduction targets could lead to significantly higher emissions at home, the NewClimate Institute warned.
March 03, 2026China’s offshore wind companies seek a Europe foothold
Despite uncertainties, Chinese wind companies are making headway including a plan to build the UK's largest turbine plant.
March 02, 2026Iran war: Middle East crisis rekindles fossil-fuel risks, renewables gain strategic appeal
Joint missile strikes by the United States and Israel on Iran have triggered a sharp escalation in geopolitical risk, with Tehran moving to shut down the Strait of Hormuz—a vital chokepoint that handles roughly 20% of global oil shipments.
February 18, 2026Cheap foods can deliver low-carbon, healthy diets, study finds
A new study finds that relying on the cheapest food items — such as bananas, carrots and eggs — can meet daily dietary needs while cutting greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by about one-third compared with commonly consumed diets.
February 13, 2026Japan pilots offshore floating AI data center powered by wind, cooled by seawater
Investment demand for data centers in Yokohama is set to surge, including plans for a large-scale floating data center spearheaded by Japanese shipping heavyweight NYK Line in a cross-sector move.
February 11, 2026IPBES: Four key takeaways on how nature loss threatens the global economy
The “undervaluing” of nature by businesses is fuelling its decline and putting the global economy at risk, according to a major new report.
February 09, 2026As climate changes, what does the future hold for the Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games?
The 25th Winter Olympic Games are taking place, with Italy hosting the Games for the fourth time. Climate change is reshaping winter sports worldwide. Snow sport athletes are experiencing these changes firsthand.
February 05, 2026Explainer: How the EU’s first carbon removal and carbon farming rules work
The European Commission has released the first Implementation Regulation under the Carbon Removals and Carbon Farming (CRCF) framework. This sets out how carbon removal and carbon farming activities will be certified across the EU.
February 03, 2026Germany, Saudi Arabia seal energy partnership, companies launch hydrogen supply deals
The governments of Germany and Saudi Arabia have signed a MOU to increase cooperation in the energy sector, the German economy ministry said. The deal builds on a 2021 declaration of intent to cooperate closely on hydrogen.
February 02, 2026America is falling behind in the global EV race — what will it cost U.S. auto industry?
At the 2026 Detroit Auto Show, Electric vehicles, once framed as the inevitable future of the industry, were no longer the centerpiece. Instead, automakers emphasized hybrids, updated gasoline models and incremental efficiency improvements.