Tag: Emissions

Are Clay Bricks Sustainable for South Asia?

Brick-making in South Asia contributes significantly to pollution and health issues due to coal-based kilns, with limited progress...

JPMorgan Launches Blockchain For Carbon Tokenization

JPMorgan’s Kinexys tests blockchain-based carbon credit tokenization to boost transparency in voluntary markets.

Norway Sets 2035 Goal To Cut Emissions By 75 Percent

Norway targets 70–75% emissions cut by 2035 under Paris pact, may use carbon credits and EU cooperation to achieve it.

Slovenia Issues €1B Bond Linked To Climate Targets

Slovenia raises €1B via its first sustainability-linked bond, tying interest rate to 2030 climate targets.

GRI Launches Climate And Energy Reporting Standards

GRI unveils new climate and energy standards to boost transparency, align with global goals, and support just transition.

IFRS Issues Guidance For Climate Plan Disclosures

IFRS issues guidance to help companies disclose climate transition plans under the ISSB’s IFRS S2 standard.

Virgin Gets SBTi Nod For Net Zero By 2050

Virgin’s net-zero targets get SBTi approval, aiming for 50% emission cuts by 2030 and full decarbonization by 2050.

Virgin Secures SBTi Nod For Net-Zero By 2050

Virgin gets SBTi validation for its 2050 net-zero plan, aiming 90% emissions cut and science-based climate action.

Rubicon Adds DAC Credits With Deep Sky Partnership

Rubicon partners with Deep Sky to add DAC credits, offering permanent carbon removal from 2025 to 2033.

Amazon First To Use SAF At Ontario Airport

Amazon becomes first to use SAF at Ontario Airport as Neste supplies 2.5M gallons to cut air cargo emissions.

SBTi Drafts Net Zero Standard For Auto Industry

SBTi releases draft net zero standard to guide auto industry in cutting emissions and boosting EV adoption.

Nasdaq Launches Carbon Academy For Climate Education

Nasdaq launches Carbon Academy with AirMiners to train leaders on carbon removal and climate strategies.

EPA Proposes Repeal Of Power Plant Emissions Rules

EPA moves to repeal emissions rules for power plants, citing high costs and limited legal authority under Clean Air Act.

AI Growth Drives Data Centre Emissions Surge

AI-driven data centre emissions surge 150%, warns UN, urging urgent action to curb climate impact of tech growth.

EU Relaxes Emission Targets For Carmakers Till 2027

EU lawmakers approve amendments allowing automakers to average emissions from 2025-2027 to avoid heavy fines.

Snam Raises $2B Via Net Zero-Linked Bond Offering

Snam raises $2B in first-ever sustainability-linked bond tied to full value chain net zero targets.

EU Revises CBAM To Ease Rules For Small Importers

EU exempts small importers under 50 tons from CBAM, delaying permit sales to 2027 while targeting major emitters.

Macron Joins Germany To Scrap EU Supply Chain Law

Macron backs Germany’s call to scrap EU supply chain law, citing global competitiveness and regulatory burdens.

Republicans Plan To End Biden Green Energy Tax Breaks

Republicans propose ending Biden-era green energy tax credits, including incentives for clean vehicles and renewables.

India Unveils Climate Finance Taxonomy Draft

India releases draft Climate Finance Taxonomy to unlock $2.5 trillion for climate-aligned sectors by 2030.

Microsoft Expands Carbon Removal Deal With Stockholm Exergi

Microsoft doubles carbon removal deal with Stockholm Exergi, capturing 5.08 million tons of CO2.