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FILE PHOTO: Smog is seen in this general view of the Upper Silesian Industrial Region from Bedzin, near Katowice, Poland, December 5, 2018. REUTERS/Kacper Pempel/File Photo
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Carbon removal no solution if world overshoots warming target, scientists say

Scientists warn even large-scale CO2 removal won't prevent climate catastrophe as global temperatures near a 1.5C rise.

Canadian federal climate policies and investments look increasingly fragile. Could ‘carbon contracts for difference’ help ensure the survival of long-term climate action in Canada? (Shutterstock)
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‘Carbon contracts for difference’ are not a silver bullet for climate action

Canadian climate policies appear fragile — could carbon contracts for difference secure long-term climate action and investments?

The Bay Street financial district is shown in Toronto on Friday, August 5, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette
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More emissions accountability needed in Toronto’s financial sector: report

Toronto's financial sector vastly under-reports its emissions, a new study finds, urging the city to encourage stronger reductions.

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announcing £22 billion spend on carbon capture and storage projects (Darren Staples/PA)
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UK govt faces criticism for £22 billion spend on carbon capture projects

The UK government faces criticism for spending £22 billion on carbon capture projects while means-testing winter fuel allowances.

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China leads the net zero transition – here’s what we can learn from its progress in Beijing and Hong Kong

China leads the global clean energy race, outspending the US and Europe tenfold and dominating solar, wind, and battery production.

The Prime Minister made his comments during a visit to a glassmaking factory in Cheshire (Darren Staples/PA)
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£22bn carbon capture pledge can ‘relight fires of renewal’, says Starmer

Sir Keir Starmer pledges £22B for carbon capture to create jobs, boost energy security, and revitalize deindustrialized areas.

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Scottish government urged to reject plans for new gas-fired power station

Activists urge Scotland to reject a new gas power station in Peterhead, calling it 'climate-wrecking' and unnecessary.

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Unilever strikes climate deals with Walmart and others to meet sustainability goals

Unilever strikes sustainability deals with top retailers like Walmart, aiming to cut emissions and minimize waste.

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Methane is pitched as a climate villain – could changing how we think about it make it a saviour?

Methane, 80 times more potent than CO2, can be key to rapid gains, and cutting emissions could help meet climate targets.

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