Biden Or Trump, Hawkish Economic Approach On China To Intensify
In a shift from tit-for-tat tariffs and strong-arm tactics to tech restrictions and investment curbs, US policy towards China has become more targeted under President Joe Biden -- though still hardline.
Starmer Faces Rising Criticism Over Plans To Drop £28 Billion Green Investment Pledge
Starmer is expected to argue that it will not affect specific pledges on improving home energy efficiency and decarbonising the national grid by 2030.
United Nations Chief Urges Swift Action to Safeguard Against Unchecked AI Growth
Speaking at the World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting in Davos, Guterres drew parallels between the risks associated with AI and those posed by the climate crisis.
Climate Advisers Criticise Jeremy Hunt's Net Zero Target Claims
The absence of clear and immediate strategies to decarbonise these sectors has raised doubts about the government's commitment to its climate pledges.
Rishi Sunak Under Fire for Failing to Appoint New Climate Committee Chief
The watchdog, responsible for advising the UK government on climate policy, has been without a leader for 18 months since the departure of former chief Lord Deben.
Waning Influence Of OPEC+ In Spotlight As Prices Flag
Despite slashing oil production for months on end and announcing new cuts in late November, the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and its ten allies have struggled to boost flagging prices.
Working Class Households Will Finally Receive Funding To Fight Soaring Energy Bills
As inflation continues to dominate low-income households across the UK, the government have offered to fund their transition towards green energy.
Small-Island Nations Criticise COP28 Agreement For Not Considering Poorer Economies
While the COP28 agreement sets out to see the end of fossil fuels, the UN reported that the world is still not on track to meet net-zero goals by 2050.
US Joins COP28 Push To End Fossil Fuels But Keeps On Pumping
The United States is helping lead the charge at UN climate talks to phase out fossil fuels, but the superpower's status as the world's top oil producer is already casting doubt on its credibility.
Saudi Arabia Says 'Absolutely Not' To Oil Phaseout At COP28
Saudi Arabia's energy minister has slammed the door shut on agreeing to phase out fossil fuels at the UN's COP28 climate talks, setting the stage for difficult negotiations in Dubai.
Labour's Pledge to 'Rewire Britain' Sparks Controversy Amidst Tory Party Discord Over Pylon Plans
Labour envisions a comprehensive overhaul that includes updating existing infrastructure, increasing energy efficiency and expanding renewable energy sources.
Air Pollution From Fossil Fuels Kills 5 Million People Every Year: Study
The disease burden due to air pollution is now estimated to be on par with other major global health risks.
UAE Sought To Use COP28 To Advance Oil Deals: Report
The United Arab Emirates planned to exploit meetings with foreign governments arranged due to its COP28 hosting role to strike fossil fuel deals, according to leaked documents obtained by the BBC.
UK-South Korea Sci-Tech Deals To Bolster Tech Cooperation & Joint Hosting of 2024 AI Safety Summit
The UK government has signed a series of sci-tech deals with South Korea to foster cooperation in AI, semiconductors, engineering biology, space tech and other areas during the South Korean PM's state visit to the UK.
Heat Projected To Kill Nearly Five Times More People By 2050
Nearly five times more people will likely die due to extreme heat in the coming decades, an international team of experts warned on Wednesday, adding that without action on climate change the "health of humanity is at grave risk".
Climate Activist Greta Thunberg Arrested By London Police
Thunberg was seen wearing a badge with the slogan "Oily Money Out".
Oil Industry 'Central' To Climate Solutions: COP28 Head
The president of the upcoming COP28 climate talks told an Abu Dhabi oil conference on Monday that the fossil fuel industry would play an essential role in addressing the climate crisis.
Rishi Sunak Accused Of Scrapping Fake Policies to Increase Public Perception
Rishi Sunak has been accused of scrapping fake taxes amid accusations of Suella Braverman of using her controversial asylum bills to attract a larger right-wing following.
UK Government Approves £8 Billion Rosebank Development to Boost Energy Security and Economy
The approval of the Rosebank development follows an extensive regulatory process, including a detailed environmental impact assessment and public consultation. All new projects, including Rosebank, align with the natural decline of the North Sea basin.
Britain Pledges £160 million Climate Funding for Developing Countries
Britain aims to accelerate the decarbonisation of emerging economies through £160 million in climate funding for developing countries under various programmes including the Climate Mitigation Facility.
UK Announces "Transformational" Support to Boost Global Health at UNGA
The new UK funding aims to achieve UN Sustainable Development Goals, bolster Health Security and improve global health around the world.
'Humanity Has Opened Gates To Hell', Warns UN Chief As He Calls For Action Against Climate Change
The UN chief has also called on developing countries to support emerging economies in their fight against climate change.
Sunak Takes a Risk With Net Zero Policies In a Bid To Win Back Voters
The Prime Minister has said he wants to be honest about the "costs and trade-offs" of tackling climate change. In a statement yesterday Rishi Sunak said he was proud that "Britain is leading the world on climate change" and will stick by the agreements the UK has made internationally.
Rishi Sunak Receives Backlash Over Delays In Net Zero Plans
Rishi Sunak has revealed plans for a policy change that could potentially delay significant government pledges towards achieving net-zero emissions, a move that has sparked strong criticism from both Labour and Conservative members of parliament, as well as environmental organisations.
Climate protesters throng New York, demand end to fossil fuels
Tens of thousands of people took to the streets of New York on Sunday, calling for increased action against climate change ahead of the opening of the UN General Assembly.
UK researchers and SMEs upbeat about Britain rejoining the £82 billion Horizon Europe programme
Britain has ended nearly two years of logjam in scientific collaboration by rejoining the Horizon Europe programme which drew applause from UK researchers and SMEs.
UK Offshore Wind Industry faces setback as developers shun latest auction
The offshore wind sector has been grappling with substantial cost increases, prompting developers worldwide to either withdraw from projects or seek renegotiations.
Africa could be the answer to global supply chain disruptions, says new report
The United Nations Conference on Trade Development has shed light on how investing in African countries could help in tackling global supply chain disruptions.
Nigeria receives £10 million to fund sustainable climate infrastructure
A £10 million investment has been announced by a UK-backed funding program to create a Risk Sharing Backdrop Facility for Nigerian sustainable climate infrastructure.
Britain to curb corporate greenwashing by adopting globally approved sustainability standards
Britain will set up UK Sustainability Disclosure Standards in accordance with globally approved sustainability standards by July 2024.