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COP28: fossil fuels challenge wins while loss and damage encounter setback
The COP28 began with deliberations on loss and damage; however, the final agreement to 'transition away' from fossil fuels overshadowed the entire summit.
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Is investing in carbon credits a viable solution to meet climate targets?
The market value of the carbon credits is expected to exceed $50 billion in 2030. Many businesses globally are endorsing carbon credit strategies to meet their net zero target. However, the scheme has equally gathered a handful of criticism for not being transparent.
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G20 Summit 2023: what are the new climate promises?
On Saturday, the 9th of September, the G20 group held their annual meeting in India. The world eyed their moves, hoping to hear a commitment to renewable energy sources and increase funding for climate change solutions— but did they?
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Carbon dioxide vs Carbon monoxide: how do they affect climate and health?
Carbon dioxide (CO2) and carbon monoxide (CO) are two different gases with different chemical compositions, and properties, as well as their effects on the environment and human health.
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Carbon Neutral vs Net Zero
As of writing this article, only 27 years are remaining to reach net zero emissions for the majority of the countries so that the global average temperature remains ideally below 1.5°C. Understanding carbon neutrality and net zero represent crucial pathways towards addressing this target.
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Harnessing my “Superpower” in the name of Climate Justice
Cramming for the Apocalypse This is a guest post by Elizabeth Doerr, the creater of Cramming for the Apocalypse. “[The climate challenge] is about transformation and the stakes for humanity are greater than my heart and mind could barely fathom,” said Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson–marine biologist, policy expert, writer,
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UK hopes to meet the ambitious net zero target by locating its green "hot spots"
In January 2023, the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit (ECIU) published the "Mapping the Net Zero Economy" report that dissects and inspects the UK's current state of the clean economy. The report was prepared in partnership with CBI Economics and the Data City.
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NASA Scientists contradict whether climate change triggers an earthquake
The team of scientists, led by Dr. Lorna Strachan from the University of Auckland, are currently testing the connection between climate change and the increased frequency of earthquakes.
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Climate-linked disasters costing billions: insurers urged to act to avoid catastrophe
In recent weeks, thousands of people in California remained under evacuation due to flooding that left at least 20 dead. Only 230,000 properties in California, i.e. about 2% are believed to have flood insurance policies.
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Greta Thunberg protests German town's demolition for coal mining extraction
Last weekend, at least 35,000 demonstrators protested the evacuation and mining of the German town Lützerath. The climate activist Greta Thunberg (20) joined the demonstration but was detained by police for a day after a clash.
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Aviation industry explores green alternatives for decarbonization goals
Since COVID-19, home office and hybrid work schedules have become popular, with more people acquiring the possibility to take long weekends and work remotely at their flexible time. This benefit has only increased travelers during a holiday season, such as Christmas.
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Climate Credit Card: You can now record your carbon emissions
A climate credit card records the cardholder's carbon footprint to help them visualize total emissions regarding their actions and choice of purchase. Major credit card companies, such as Mastercard and Visa have already adopted the practice.