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How efficient metrics and expansive incentives can scale corporate contributions to nature
Simple metrics aligned with broad incentives and market signals can help scale finance for nature effectively.
China-led AIIB head criticizes advanced nations for trade barriers
The head of the Asia Infrastructure Investment Bank has said there is "no longer free trade" in the global economy.
No home left behind: a postcode approach to electrification
A community-driven pilot project in Australia promises to show how household electrification can be accelerated and co-ordinated at scale.
Inclusive approach to climate-change adaptation is needed in Canada
Inclusive climate-change adaptation needs clear policies, diverse knowledge, and systemic change for equitable climate resilience.
Government advisers call for 81% cut in UK emissions by 2035
The British government is preparing to unveil plans for cutting emissions by 2035 under the global Paris Agreement.
UN biodiversity summit making ‘very good progress’: officials
UN COP16 talks in Colombia make "very good progress" toward reversing species loss by 2030, despite funding challenges.
G20 affirms commitment to transition from fossil fuels
G20 leaders reaffirmed their pledge to phase out fossil fuels and accelerate climate action for net zero by 2050 after talks.
Turkmenistan’s ‘Gateway to Hell’ lit gas pit faces closure
Turkmenistan to capture gas from "Gateway to Hell" crater, risking closure to curb emissions ahead of COP29 climate summit.
BHP, Vale agree to pay $30bn compensation for Brazil dam disaster
BHP, Vale sign $30 billion deal with Brazil for 2015 dam collapse compensation, covering environmental damage and victim support.
Porsche AG flags cost cuts as China weakness, slowing EV shift hits profits
Porsche AG may cut costs after a slower-than-expected transition towards electric vehicles and persisting weakness in the Chinese market.
