Focus on Climate
Indonesia plans to offer carbon credit certificates to foreign buyers next week
Indonesia to launch carbon credits for global buyers on Jan. 20, aiming to boost funds for 2050 net-zero targets.
2024 saw fastest-ever annual rise in CO2 levels: UK weather service
Atmospheric CO2 surged at record rates in 2024, driven by fossil fuels, wildfires, and weakening carbon sinks, says Met Office.
At aviation meeting, ESG takes backseat to jet shortages
Dublin's air finance summit sidestepped sustainability amid parts shortages, stoking fears of “ESG fatigue” in aviation.
Biden administration moves to protect more of Alaska refuge from drilling
Biden moves to protect more of Alaska's ANWR from drilling, complicating Trump's pro-oil development plans.
Insurance access for US homeowners with higher climate risks declines
Homeowners in areas with the highest climate-related risks saw declining access to insurance, a Treasury Department report said.
Bessent: Carbon tariffs could be part of an overall tariff program
"It’s a very interesting idea that could be part of an entire tariff program," Bessent told the Senate Finance Commmittee,
Trump’s pick to lead EPA says agency authorized, not required to regulate CO2
Zeldin, Trump’s EPA pick, calls climate change real but says agency is authorized, not required, to regulate CO2.
State auditor questions utility SoCal Edison’s fire risk modeling
Fire officials have not found SCE to be responsible for the fires, but the company's infrastructure is being investigated.
Austrian far right, conservatives plan cuts to climate measures
The eurosceptic, Russia-friendly FPO came first in September's parliamentary election with around 29% of the vote.
EU not ready to enforce pollution rules, airlines say
Airlines urge EU to delay pollution rules, citing lack of NEATS system for emissions tracking, risking compliance issues.
