Focus on Politics
As COP29 eyes $1 trillion climate fund, some see new taxes as one way to get there
COP29 leaders eye $1T+ yearly for climate aid, exploring taxes on shipping, aviation, fossil fuels, crypto, and wealth to fund efforts.
TC Energy CEO sees opportunity in Trump win as company refocuses on natural gas
As a company, TC Energy has already seen first-hand how business can flourish or be derailed by political winds south of the border.
US apartment buildings wrap up $1B in HUD funds for lower utility bills and climate upgrades
HUD's $1.4B Green Retrofit Program updates affordable housing, focusing on energy efficiency, cost savings, and climate resilience.
Sweden has no plans to take stake in Northvolt, deputy PM says
Sweden won't invest in cash-strapped Northvolt, says Minister Ebba Busch, despite its strategic value in the EU's industrial competition.
UK joins coalition to phase out fossil fuel subsidies
The UK joins 16 nations in a coalition to phase out fossil fuel subsidies at COP29 in Azerbaijan.
Indian farmers, short on time, burn crop waste despite toxic smog
In Punjab, Indian farmers struggle with crop waste disposal, resorting to burning amid the air quality crisis.
COP29 talks buoyed by G20 support but fears stoked over fossil fuels backsliding
The G20's support for a strong finance deal at COP29 was welcomed, but concerns arose over fossil fuel commitments.
Beyond B-loans? Development banks seek private money for climate change fight
An investment manager warns of barriers to private sector investment in climate change projects, citing a lack of transparency.
Carbon Brief on COP29: Six key reasons why international climate finance is a ‘wild west’
Carbon Brief: Climate finance has long been plagued by accusations of poor transparency. Much stems from a lack of consensus on what counts.
Thyssenkrupp takes $1 billion hit on steel unit as outlook darkens
Thyssenkrupp takes one billion euros steel writedown, shares jump 10 per cent as analysts eye cash flow gains and a potential stake sale.
