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China’s Chery says it will sign deal with premium European brand
Two prestigious car manufacturers keen to engage in platform cooperation, says chairman.
Southeast Asia ‘woefully off track’ on eco investment, Bain says
With energy consumption in the region expected to grow 40% this decade, carbon dioxide emissions remain on the rise, with the region still...
Climate investors target Japan’s top banks on board oversight, sources say
Proposals reportedly focus on climate-related business risks and seek to make the megabanks disclose how they evaluate director competency for oversight.
Debt and climate back on IMF, WB spring meetings agenda
Providing financing as countries make the transition to a low-carbon energy future and prepare for the impact of global warming remains a central...
Oil prices fall after Iran attack as market draws down risk premium
Brent futures for June delivery fell 50 cents, or 0.5%, to $89.95 a barrel, while West Texas Intermediate futures for May delivery were...
Debt costs mean climate spending could push nations near insolvency
The report found 47 developing countries would hit external debt thresholds, as defined by the IMF, in the next five years if they...
Heat pumps and EVs are more ‘energy patriotic’, analysis claims
Think tank tells Britons that renewable energy innovations can help reduce dependence on imported gas and oil.
Oil seen opening up after Iran’s attack on Israel
Concern over military action sent oil prices up but further gains may depend on response from Israel and the West.
Russian governor calls on residents to evacuate as waters rise
Water level rises by 25cm in two hours while 14,000 houses across Russia hit by floods.
