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Optimizing climate health adaptation policies

A view shows a sign of the COP29 United Nations Climate Change Conference with a backdrop of the cityscape in Baku, Azerbaijan, Oct 31, 2024. At the just-concluded UN Climate Change Conference, or COP29, in Baku, Azerbaijan, health amid climate change was a prominent subject of discussion. Climate change does pose a serious threat to the health and wellbeing of …

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4 weeks ago

Optimizing climate health adaptation policies

China Daily

A view shows a sign of the COP29 United Nations Climate Change Conference with a backdrop of the cityscape in Baku, Azerbaijan, Oct 31, 2024. At the just-concluded UN Climate Change Conference, or COP29, in Baku, Azerbaijan, health amid climate change was a prominent subject of discussion. Climate change does pose a serious threat to the health and wellbeing of …

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1 month ago

Five takeaways from the G20 summit in Rio

Raw Story

G20 leaders met in Rio de Janeiro on Monday for talks on climate change, ongoing wars in Ukraine, Gaza and Lebanon, and more, at a forum that highlighted differences between world powers but also delivered some successes. In their final statement, G20 leaders said they welcomed "all relevant and constructive initiatives that support a comprehensive, just, and durable peace" in …

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Raise $1tr annually for developing nations to deliver on Paris pact goals: Report

Hindustan Times

Talks at the 2024 UN Climate Change Conference in Azerbaijan’s Baku should focus on mobilising at least $1 trillion annually by 2030 in external finance from all sources for the investments necessary by emerging market and developing countries other than China to deliver on Paris Agreement goals, a report by the Independent High-Level Expert Group on Climate Finance has said. …

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1 month, 1 week ago

A methane pollution fee on oil and gas faces a cloudy future under Trump

NPR

A methane pollution fee on oil and gas faces a cloudy future under Trump toggle caption Matthew Brown/AP Oil and gas companies would have to pay a fee for releasing climate-warming methane into the atmosphere under new regulations from the Environmental Protection Agency. Sponsor Message "EPA has been engaging with industry, states, and communities to reduce methane emissions so that …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

India's push for $1 trillion in climate finance to take centre stage at COP29

India Today

With just days left until the United Nations Climate Change Conference begins in Azerbaijan, negotiators have yet to clearly outline a deal for a new climate finance goal. India has emphasised that developed nations need to provide at least $1 trillion annually for climate finance, as stated in the G20 New Delhi Declaration. The new financing goal will support developing …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

The UAE opens its annual oil-and-gas summit at it pledges to increase output even as prices fall

The Independent

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

UAE Eyes Energy Future Amid Global Uncertainty

Associated Press

The UAE's annual oil-and-gas summit takes place as global energy prices remain volatile and the world political landscape remains uncertain. The country plans to increase its energy output by 5 million barrels per day in the coming years, but it avoids discussing the US election and maintains close ties to Russia despite the ongoing Mideast wars.

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4 months, 1 week ago

Tackling inequality through green transition

China Daily

JIN DING/CHINA DAILY The Asia and Pacific region stands at a critical juncture, positioned both as a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions and a potential leader in transformative climate action. As Asia and the Pacific's climate bank, the ADB prioritizes an inclusive approach to ensure that the costs and benefits of the transition to net zero are fairly …

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4 months, 1 week ago

Tackling inequality through green transition

China Daily

JIN DING/CHINA DAILY The Asia and Pacific region stands at a critical juncture, positioned both as a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions and a potential leader in transformative climate action. As Asia and the Pacific's climate bank, the ADB prioritizes an inclusive approach to ensure that the costs and benefits of the transition to net zero are fairly …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

IEA says China renewables benefit world

China Daily

Technicians install photovoltaic panels at a solar power farm in Dongshan county, Fujian province. The rapid growth of renewable energy in China is outpacing the pursuit of national carbon goals, significantly aiding the global shift toward green energy, experts said. By the end of June, China's grid-connected wind power capacity stood at 470 million kW, and grid-connected solar power capacity …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

‘No big plan B’: A global anti-Trump climate resistance struggles to gain ground

Politico

Meanwhile, climate diplomats and environmentalists have been holding their first early discussions about ways to persuade deep-pocketed investors that green energy is still the wave of the future — even if Trump wins in November. “Joe Biden has ultimately done a great service to international climate efforts with his decision not to run,” said Jochen Flasbarth, the top civil servant …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Solar sees brighter full-year prospects

China Daily

Workers install photovoltaic panels at a power farm in Jiuquan, Gansu province, in May. China's photovoltaic industry may see robust growth in installed capacity this year with new installations ranging between 190 and 220 gigawatts, driven by the increasing electrification of energy use and the shift toward low-carbon power consumption, said the China Photovoltaic Industry Association. Wang Bohua, honorary chairman …

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4 months, 4 weeks ago

Non-fossil fuel use goal by 2030 within reach

China Daily

The Mengxi Otog Front Banner Photovoltaic Base project is located near the Mu Us Desert. CHINA DAILY China's non-fossil energy share may need to keep an annual growth of 1 percentage point in the upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan period to achieve the country's goal of 25 percent non-fossil energy consumption by 2030, which opens opportunities for solar power companies amid …

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5 months ago

Assessing the impact of the climate crisis on public health and nutrition security

Hindustan Times

The climate crisis poses a significant risk to global food security. Rising temperatures, extreme weather events, and shifting precipitation patterns impact food production, disrupting food supply chains, increasing food prices, and diminishing food safety. Health care At the United Nations Climate Change Conference in 2023, key players agreed to unlock crucial funding, particularly for the loss and damage fund, to …

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5 months ago

Environmental groups ‘ecstatic’ over Kamala Harris’ candidacy and California climate record

LA Times

Vice President Kamala Harris’ emergence as the leading Democratic presidential contender has garnered a renewed sense of optimism among environmentalists who say she offers a strong track record of climate and clean energy policies and would continue to advance that work in the White House. Explore the section Harris, a Californian who has previously described climate change as an “existential …

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6 months ago

Amid heatwave, 77% Indians want stronger climate action: UNDP-Oxford survey

Hindustan Times

In the middle of a record heatwave across the country, the United Nations Development Programme and the University of Oxford released a survey on Thursday, showing that 77 per cent of Indians want stronger climate action. Amidst heatwave, 77% Indians want stronger climate action: UNDP-Oxford survey The survey also reveals that 33 per cent of Indians have recently experienced extreme …

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6 months, 1 week ago

'Have you ever liked anything related to PM Modi': Netizens react as Priyanka Chaturvedi calls ‘Melodi’ memes ‘cringe’

Live Mint

The social media platforms are flooded with 'Melodi' memes amid Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Italy at the invitation of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. {{^adFree}} {{/adFree}} One user also questioned, “Have you ever liked anything related to PM Modi, ever in your life?" Meanwhile, on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Italy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met French …

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6 months, 1 week ago

Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Priyanka Chaturvedi reacts to ‘Melodi’ memes: ‘Absolutely cringe’

Hindustan Times

Shiv Sena MP Priyanka Chaturvedi on Friday described online memes on Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Prime Minister Narendra Modi as “absolutely cringe,” and the jokes reflect the “poor” level of humour in the country. “This PM Giorgia Meloni and PM Modi memes have gone too far, they are absolutely cringe and also poor reflection of the level of …

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6 months, 1 week ago

PM Modi to visit Italy this week for G7 summit in first trip abroad in third term

Hindustan Times

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to travel to Italy this week to attend the annual summit of G7 advanced economies in his first trip abroad after assuming office for the third straight term. Italy Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni poses for a selfie with Prime Minister Narendra Modi along the sidelines of the COP28 summit in Dubai. US President Joe …

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7 months, 2 weeks ago

Earth observation data to drive $3 trillion in economic benefits by 2030: WEF

Hindustan Times

Earth observation has the potential to drive over $3 trillion in cumulative economic benefits globally by 2030, while also advancing a wide range of climate and nature solutions, a new World Economic Forum report said on Tuesday. The report identifies five key areas: 1) environmental monitoring – satellites and aircraft-borne sensors can monitor CO2 and methane emissions, pinpoint emissions sources …

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8 months, 3 weeks ago

Youth frontliners lead charge for green future

China Daily

Young representatives pose for a photo with Poman Lo at the One Earth Summit in Hong Kong on March 25. "Finally I have the opportunity to learn alongside such a diverse group of esteemed global figures in sustainability," said Xue Leyi, a 16-year-old student from the High School Affiliated to Renmin University of China. "Different oceans are interconnected," said Li …

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8 months, 3 weeks ago

Youth frontliners lead charge for green future

China Daily

Young representatives pose for a photo with Poman Lo at the One Earth Summit in Hong Kong on March 25. "Finally I have the opportunity to learn alongside such a diverse group of esteemed global figures in sustainability," said Xue Leyi, a 16-year-old student from the High School Affiliated to Renmin University of China. "Different oceans are interconnected," said Li …

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9 months ago

COP hosts call on countries to align NDCs with 1.5 degree C goal

Hindustan Times

New Delhi: The hosts of the United Nations climate conferences – the United Arab Emirates, Azerbaijan and Brazil – on Wednesday announced to cut emissions in line with limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius-aligned nationally-determined contributions under the Paris Agreement by early 2025. The Troika in this regard issued a letter to all 198 United Nations Framework Convention on …

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Optimizing climate health adaptation policies

Optimizing climate health adaptation policies

Five takeaways from the G20 summit in Rio

Raise $1tr annually for developing nations to deliver on Paris pact goals: Report

A methane pollution fee on oil and gas faces a cloudy future under Trump

India's push for $1 trillion in climate finance to take centre stage at COP29

The UAE opens its annual oil-and-gas summit at it pledges to increase output even as prices fall

UAE Eyes Energy Future Amid Global Uncertainty

Tackling inequality through green transition

Tackling inequality through green transition

IEA says China renewables benefit world

‘No big plan B’: A global anti-Trump climate resistance struggles to gain ground

Solar sees brighter full-year prospects

Non-fossil fuel use goal by 2030 within reach

Assessing the impact of the climate crisis on public health and nutrition security

Environmental groups ‘ecstatic’ over Kamala Harris’ candidacy and California climate record

Amid heatwave, 77% Indians want stronger climate action: UNDP-Oxford survey

'Have you ever liked anything related to PM Modi': Netizens react as Priyanka Chaturvedi calls ‘Melodi’ memes ‘cringe’

Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Priyanka Chaturvedi reacts to ‘Melodi’ memes: ‘Absolutely cringe’

PM Modi to visit Italy this week for G7 summit in first trip abroad in third term

Earth observation data to drive $3 trillion in economic benefits by 2030: WEF

Youth frontliners lead charge for green future

Youth frontliners lead charge for green future

COP hosts call on countries to align NDCs with 1.5 degree C goal