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Mechanics of the Ukrainian army's 14th Mechanised Brigade pass by their main battle tank and a captured Russian tank in 2023 (AFP)
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Russia ‘killing’ climate, say activists awaiting top court ruling

Russian war emissions in the spotlight as activists file a case with European court over climate impact of Ukraine conflict.

Demand for green home heating products like solar panels and heat pumps is expected to rise as part of the transition to net zero (Andrew Matthews/PA)
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Scotland’s consumer watchdog to investigate green home energy market amid fears of scams

The investigation will also look at whether consumers are presented with fair and affordable incentives.

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Australia announces new offshore gas exploration permits to plug supply gaps

Australia considers gas critical for its transition from dependence on coal-fired power stations.

FILE PHOTO: U.S. President Joe Biden delivers remarks on extreme heat conditions, from the South Court Auditorium on the White House campus, in Washington, U.S. July 27, 2023. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst/File Photo
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US targets nitrous oxide in new phase of climate fight

Last year, the U.S. and China agreed to include a commitment to reduce all non-carbon greenhouse gases in national climate plans.

FILE PHOTO: The retired coal-fired Komati Power Station Is seen near Komati village, in the Mpumalanga province in South Africa, May 9, 2024. REUTERS/Siphiwe Sibeko/File Photo
ClimateEmissionsNews

South Africa passes its first sweeping climate change law

The bill will set caps for large greenhouse gas emitters, allowing the country to meet its commitments under the Paris climate agreement.

FILE PHOTO: A general view shows solar panels installed in the "eco-neighbourhood" Clichy-Batignolles, one of several new ecological housing developments with low energy use and carbon emissions, in Paris, France, October 22, 2015.    REUTERS/Benoit Tessier/File Photo
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Analysts forecast EU carbon price rise, but say supply could swell

Analysts reduced their forecasts in April after data showed a surge in renewable power use had led to a record fall in emissions.

First Minister of Scotland John Swinney during a visit to meet an innovative consortium of bus operators (Jane Barlow/PA)
BusinessClimateEconomyElectric Vehicles (EVs)EmissionsFinanceFuelNewsPoliticsPublic TransitTransport

John Swinney announces over £40m in funding to deliver 252 electric buses

The Scotland First Minister said the vehicles would reduce greenhouse gas emissions by more than 600,000 tonnes.

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Carbon dioxide removal: how to reach ‘curious newcomers’ and ‘engaged buyers’

The Pembina Institute wanted to better understand the potential pool of buyers for carbon dioxide removal credits, as well as any barriers to...

Airlines will be forced to publish the environmental impact of their flights on booking websites under new plans (Gareth Fuller/PA)
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Airlines could be forced to display environmental impact of every flight

Regulator the Civil Aviation Authority says greater transparency will help travelers make more informed choices.

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