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August 30, 2022
California to ban new gas-powered cars sales by 2035
California is banning the sales of new gasoline-only vehicles by 2035, marking a historic step toward combating climate change.
August 29, 2022European electricity prices reach record high as energy crisis escalates
Electricity prices in Europe jumped to all-time highs on Aug. 26, intensifying the energy crisis caused by Russia's invasion of Ukraine as winter nears.
August 26, 2022Gulf Energy, Bangchak shift toward renewables
Thai energy company Gulf Energy Development and petroleum and energy conglomerate Bangchak Corporation are committed to promoting clean energy and technology innovations, paving the way for sustainable growth.
August 25, 2022EU transport emissions up 7% in 2021 while other sectors drop sharply
Numbers of gas emissions in Europe’s source sectors such as energy industries and industrial processes have fallen, showing a significant progress in the bloc’s air pollution and climate change efforts since 1990.
August 24, 2022Vietnam needs financial, technical assistance to achieve net zero target
Vietnam has reviewed its greenhouse gas emissions since 2010. However, the data on emission reduction has yet to be completely collected owing to the lack of requirements on reporting and evaluating results.
August 23, 2022US climate bill gives big boost to South Korean clean-energy firms
South Korean clean energy companies become major winners from Washington's sweeping climate law as they benefit from tax credits and a shift away from China.
August 22, 2022EU carbon prices hit record high as drought strains energy supply
EU carbon prices in the EU’s emissions trading system rose to an all-time high above 99 euros a tonne on Aug. 19, due to a cut to auction supply in August and a significant increase in demand.
August 19, 2022Meyer Burger, DESRI sign up-to-5 GW module supply deal
Swiss solar panel manufacturer Meyer Burger has signed a contract with D.E. Shaw Renewable Investments (DESRI) to supply up to 5 GW modules for the developer’s large-scale solar projects in the U.S.
August 18, 2022Meet the world’s first carbon negative country – Bhutan
Bhutan is not only the happiest country, but also the first carbon negative country in the world. With 70% of the nation’s land covered by forest, Bhutan is able to absorb more carbon dioxide than it emits.
August 17, 2022EU greenhouse gas emissions move upward to pre-Covid levels
Greenhouse gas emissions in the European Union in the first quarter has increased since 2020, but they remain below pre-Covid levels, according to data released by Eurostat.