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UK Foreign Office to push for global energy transition, says Lammy
David Lammy commits the Foreign Office to leading a global clean energy transition, forming an alliance for net-zero goals.
Oregon tribe sues govt over offshore wind auction
An Oregon tribe sues the U.S. over offshore wind plans, citing inadequate analysis of environmental and cultural impacts.
Brazilian firefighters battle national park wildfire that is enveloping Brasilia in smoke
Wildfires fueled by historic drought ravage Brazil's national park, shrouding Brasilia in smoke; authorities investigate arson.
Tensions, rhetoric abound as MPs return to House of Commons, spar over carbon price
Canada's Liberals ramp up attacks on Conservatives as Parliament returns, facing a fragile minority and potential snap election.
Turning the tide: Quebec premier visits Cree Nation displaced by hydro project in 70s
François Legault has become the first Quebec premier to visit a Cree community that was displaced by a hydroelectric project in the 1970s.
Brazil’s farmers fret over fires and drought
Brazil's worst drought in 70 years, coupled with fires, is devastating key crops, threatening the agricultural sector.
Energy minister says public money could help finance Alberta energy cleanup
EDMONTON — Alberta’s energy minister is promising strong action by next fall to clean up the province’s growing backlog of unreclaimed oil and...
Ottawa negotiates $500 million bailout to prevent electricity rate hike in Nova Scotia
Ottawa is negotiating a $500M bailout for Nova Scotia Power to prevent a 19 per cent electricity rate hike due to cost overruns.
Italy’s central bank backs helping poorer countries fund energy transition
Climate finance for less wealthy countries gains support of Italy's Fabio Panetta, who calls for those with higher per capita emissions to step...
Ovo launches £50m of fresh energy bills support after winter fuel payment cut
Temporary payment cuts, subsidised home upgrades and more planned as British energy firm shores up older customers after government aid cut.
