Focus on Emissions
Neither effective nor fair: it’s time to replace Ottawa’s carbon tax
Opinion: A prudent move for Ottawa would be to replace the commodity-based carbon tax system with measures that are fairer and more effective.
Highlights from ruling in Shell’s climate case
A Dutch court dismissed a 2021 ruling pushing Shell to cut carbon faster, citing limits on enforceable emission targets.
Business advocacy group says Ottawa shouldn’t tax carbon rebates
CFIB calls for carbon tax repeal, saying the taxable carbon rebate is unfair to small businesses.
Explainer: How methane emissions threaten climate goals
Rising methane emissions threaten climate goals; scientists call for urgent cuts to reduce this potent greenhouse gas's impact.
For nearly a decade, climate talks have been hashing out so-called Article 6. But what is it?
At COP29, leaders finalize Article 6 for carbon trading, stirring debate over its impact on emissions and human rights.
COP29: Host nation Azerbaijan hits out at West in defence of oil and gas industry
At COP29, UN's Guterres urged world leaders to boost climate finance, warning, “Pay up, or humanity will pay the price.”
Singapore commits up to $500 million funding to support decarbonisation in Asia
Singapore has committed the funding to support the local central bank's initiative to help fund Asia-focused climate projects.
Shell wins appeal against landmark Dutch climate ruling
Shell wins appeal against 2021 court order to cut carbon emissions by 45% by 2030, dealing a blow to climate activists.
Indonesia to build 75 GW of renewable energy in the next 15 years, COP29 envoy says
Indonesia aims to offer global investors 75 GW of renewable energy projects over 15 years, a key commitment by new President Prabowo Subianto,...
California Gov. Gavin Newsom will spend part of week in DC as he tries to Trump-proof state policies
Newsom to seek Biden's support on climate rules amidst concerns over potential policy challenges from the Trump administration.
