Focus on Regulations
Canadian groups, First Nation want public hearing on Pathways Alliance carbon capture plans
The groups say they want the regulator to hold a public hearing on the Pathways Alliance's proposed $16.5-billion carbon capture network in Canada's...
EU finalises investment fund labels to combat greenwashing
ESMA greenwashing crackdown rules will mean investment funds with sustainability-related names must have 80% of assets meet ESG objectives.
New Mexico forges rule for treatment of fracking water amid protests
Environmental officials begin series of hearings to build rules on the release of water produced by oil and gas production in New Mexico.
Yellen says Chinese response possible on expected US tariff action
The US could see a significant response from China following any tariff actions, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said on Monday
FERC votes to overhaul US electric transmission system
The U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission approved rules that set new requirements for moving electricity across states.
Japan to craft 2040 strategy of decarbonisation and industrial policy
The Japanese government will map out a new national strategy encompassing decarbonisation and industrial policy targeting 2040
EU countries approve law to slash trucks’ CO2 emissions
EU countries gave final approval to a law to cut CO2 emissions from trucks, which will require most new vehicles to be emissions-free...
How hard will new Biden tariffs hit China?
President Biden is set to announce new China tariffs as soon as Tuesday, targeting sectors including EVs and solar equipment
‘Urgent action needed’ from Irish government to meet renewable targets
Urgent action is needed from the Irish government in order to meet its 2030 electricity capacity targets: Climate Change Advisory Council
Polish farmers march against EU climate policies and country’s PM
In Poland, farmers protest key climate policies of the European Union and the pro-EU government, claiming regulations are difficult and expensive.
