Focus on Legislation
Chinese mining firm subsidiary disputes Ottawa’s review of Peruvian gold mine deal
A subsidiary of a Chinese state-owned mining firm says Canada is wrongly considering national security review in its Peruvian mine purchase
US lawmakers seek to block Chinese firms from solar manufacturing subsidy
The bill seeks to block Chinese solar panel makers from claiming American subsidies to protect U.S. manufacturing.
Petrobras, CNOOC and Petrochina big winners in Brazil’s PPSA oil auction
Petrobras, CNOOC, and Petrochina won an oil auction, expected to generate record revenue for Brazil's PPSA.
US House committee demands ESG information from investors
Republicans demand 130 investors explain ESG goals, fearing antitrust violations, highlighting partisan climate policy split.
Prosecutors press Brazil regulators on Petrobras license to drill near Amazon mouth
Brazilian prosecutors urge Ibama to block Petrobras' Amazon drilling, demanding a response within three days or face penalties.
World’s forests failed to curb 2023 climate emissions, study finds
In 2023, intense drought and record wildfires hindered forests' ability to absorb CO2, worsening global warming.
Exclusive-Union at BHP’s Escondida mine urges rejection of contract offer, strike possible
The 2,400-strong workforce will vote from Monday to Thursday, and a strike could start immediately if the members reject the deal.
Nigeria’s chronic power shortages: mini grids were going to crack the problem for rural people, but they haven’t. Here’s why
The Conversation: Mini grids alone cant fix Nigeria's electricity sector. A sustainable solution must prioritize equitable access for the poorest in expanding power...
US, Brazil to work together on climate partnership, says Yellen
The US and Brazilian governments announced a climate partnership agenda on Friday, seeking to deepen ties on climate, nature and biodiversity
Thailand to offer investment incentives for makers of hybrid vehicles
Thailand will introduce investment incentives for manufacturers of hybrid vehicles, its Board of Investment (BOI) said on Friday
