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Trump Administration to Repeal Greenhouse Gas Emission Limits from Power Plants

The Trump administration proposed repealing limits on greenhouse gas emissions from U.S. fossil fuel-fired power plants, reversing Biden-era regulations and potentially facing legal challenges; the EPA claims U.S. power plant emissions are a small fraction of global emissions and are declining.

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Germany's Fossil Fuel Dependence: Lobbying, Geopolitics, and the Fight for Energy Transition

Susanne Götze and Annika Joeres' "Die Milliarden-Lobby" exposes how Germany's €60-80 billion annual spending on imported fossil fuels leaves it vulnerable to geopolitical manipulation, highlighting lobbying efforts against energy reforms and the significant financial interests invested in maintainin...

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Australia Approves Fossil Fuel Projects Amidst Flood Disaster, Sparking "Gaslighting" Accusations

Following recent devastating floods in NSW, the Australian government approved several fossil fuel projects, including Woodside's North West Shelf gas plant extension to 2070, sparking accusations of "gaslighting" from climate activists who highlight the contradiction between the government's climat...

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Banks' Fossil Fuel Financing: \$705 Billion Investment in 2023 Fuels Climate Concerns

The world's 60 largest banks invested \$705 billion in fossil fuels in 2023, furthering expansion plans despite climate warnings; personal savings indirectly contribute through various financial instruments; green alternatives are emerging but face challenges in transparency and regulation.

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Russia's Fossil Fuel Exports Fund Ukraine War Despite Sanctions

Between February 2022 and May 29, 2024, Russia earned $973 billion from fossil fuel exports, exceeding threefold the aid given to Ukraine by its allies; $260 billion came from sanctioning countries, with the EU contributing $237 billion, despite sanctions.

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Albanese Government Approves Controversial Gas Project Extension

The Albanese government approved a 40-year extension of the North West Shelf gas project, despite environmental concerns and conflicting with its climate goals, potentially releasing over 4 billion tonnes of climate pollution and harming the Murujuga Indigenous site.

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Australia's Insufficient Climate Action Undermines COP31 Bid

Australia's climate action is rated "insufficient," falling short of Paris Agreement goals; its 43% emission reduction target by 2030 relies heavily on land carbon sequestration; and the country's fossil fuel exports remain high.

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Climate Lawsuits Threaten National Energy Policy

Multiple lawsuits in small jurisdictions across the country are targeting fossil fuel companies for climate change damages, potentially impacting oil production, car manufacturing, and national energy policy; the Trump administration is fighting back.

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Carney Meets with Energy CEOs to Define Criteria for Nationally Significant Projects

Prime Minister Mark Carney held a two-hour meeting with Canadian energy sector CEOs on Sunday to discuss criteria for designating major infrastructure projects as nationally significant, focusing on economic growth, clean energy, Indigenous participation, and project feasibility.

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Russia's Fossil Fuel Exports Exceed Ukraine Aid Despite Sanctions

Since February 2022, Russia has earned over €883 billion from fossil fuel exports, exceeding aid to Ukraine; loopholes like the "refining loophole" allow continued revenue despite sanctions.

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EU Energy Consumption Drops 4.1 Percent in 2023

The EU's total energy consumption fell by 4.1 percent in 2023 to roughly 380 million barrels of oil equivalent, primarily due to efficiency improvements, milder winters, and high fossil fuel prices; while renewable energy sources are growing, the EU still heavily relies on imports.

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Woodside Gas Project Extension Approved Amid Environmental and Social Concerns

Australia's Environment Minister approved Woodside Energy's plan to extend its North West Shelf gas project until 2070, despite concerns about climate change, cultural heritage (Murujuga rock art), and the socio-economic disparity impacting nearby Aboriginal communities.

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