Focus on Climate
Climate change to have long-term economic impact: San Francisco Fed paper
An increase in the number of hot days as climate change warms the globe would likely damage the U.S. economy over the long-term,...
US FDA approves Elanco’s feed ingredient to cut methane emissions in dairy cows
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a feed ingredient by Elanco Animal Health that can reduce methane emissions from lactating cows.
Analysis: Monthly drop hints that China’s CO2 emissions may have peaked in 2023
Analysis: A 2023 peak in China’s CO2 emissions is possible if the buildout of clean energy sources is kept at the record levels...
EarthCARE satellite to probe how clouds affect climate
Will clouds help cool or warm our world in the years ahead? The EarthCARE satellite will investigate what role clouds could play in...
Corporate climate plan verifier tightens rules for banks, asset managers
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), a voluntary organisation which assesses corporate climate action plans, says it will now ask for more ambition...
Momentum building for global company climate disclosures: standards body
More countries than initially expected are adopting international climate-related disclosure standards, a global rulemaking body said on Tuesday, but cautioned that significant departures...
Vast concessions threaten Malaysia’s forest: report
Concessions in Malaysia's forests threaten millions of hectares of natural habitats and risk the country's commitment to 50% forest cover.
US to unveil ‘guardrails’ needed for carbon markets to succeed
President Biden's administration is set to unveil "guardrails" that will ensure carbon offset markets effectively reduce emissions.
Climate change caused 26 extra days of extreme heat in last year
The report points to the role of global warming in increasing the frequency of extreme weather around the world.
