Tag #Net-Zero

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UK's Conservative Party Considers Abandoning Net-Zero Commitment

The UK's Conservative Party is considering abandoning its net-zero emissions commitment, despite evidence of economic benefits, widespread public support, and global efforts towards green energy transitions, potentially harming the nation's economic standing and international influence.

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Canadian Oil CEOs' Demand for Expansion Contradicts Net-Zero Pledges

Fourteen Canadian oil and gas CEOs urged all political parties to expand fossil fuel production, weaken environmental rules, and increase subsidies, contradicting previous net-zero pledges, forcing Bay Street to decide between financing expansion or adhering to its climate commitments.

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Sustainable Copper Mining: A $150 Million Initiative

The Rio Tinto Centre for Future Materials, a $150 million initiative based at Imperial College London, aims to develop sustainable copper extraction methods to meet the rising demand for this crucial metal in the green energy transition, which is projected to reach 50 million tonnes annually by 2050...

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Responsible Consumption and Production
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SBTi Mandates Interim Carbon Removal Targets: Immediate Action Required

The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) is revising its Corporate Net-Zero Standard to mandate interim targets for carbon removals by 2030, alongside deep emissions cuts, due to the high costs and limitations of relying solely on future carbon removal technologies; companies delaying action risk...

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UK to Approve Airport Expansions, Prioritizing Growth Despite Climate Concerns

The UK government is reportedly about to approve expansion plans for three major airports, along with the Lower Thames Crossing and a Universal Studios theme park, to boost economic growth, despite climate concerns and opposition from some ministers.

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"Miliband's £40 Billion Net-Zero Plan Faces Criticism for Broken Promises and Reliance on Fossil Fuels"

"Labour's Ed Miliband announced a £40 billion annual plan to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, involving accelerated renewable energy projects, planning reforms, and phasing out judicial reviews, but facing criticism for abandoning a prior promise to cut household energy bills by £300 and relying ...

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UK's Potential Net-Zero Abandonment Risks Economic Instability

The UK's Conservative government is considering abandoning its net-zero targets, despite evidence of economic benefits from green initiatives and the global push towards clean energy, risking economic instability and international isolation.

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56% Bias Score

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Regulatory Frameworks, Pricing, and Supply Uncertainty Hamper Durable Carbon Removal Market Growth

A 2025 survey by CDR.fyi and Sylvera reveals that corporate demand for durable carbon removal is primarily driven by regulatory frameworks, not internal commitments; the market faces challenges due to high supplier costs, buyer price sensitivity, and supply uncertainty; policy interventions are cruc...

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HSBC Revises Climate Target to 2050 Amidst Cost-Cutting and Restructuring

HSBC, Britain's largest bank, abandoned its 2030 net-zero carbon emissions target, revising it to 2050, while announcing £1.4 billion in cost-cutting measures including job losses and a focus on Asian markets, following the departure of its chief sustainability officer.

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Major Banks Abandon Climate Initiatives Amidst Political Uncertainty

Major banks, including JPMorgan, Citigroup, and Goldman Sachs, are abandoning climate initiatives, withdrawing billions from green funds and leaving alliances like the Net Zero Banking Alliance, due to concerns over political uncertainty and stringent regulations; the Federal Reserve also withdrew f...

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dailymail.co.uk
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UK's 'Flight Tax' to Hike Family Holiday Costs by £300 by 2040

The UK government's new Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) mandate, requiring airlines to use a minimum of 2% green fuel by 2025 rising to 10% by 2040, is projected to increase family holiday costs by up to £302.40 by 2040, according to government impact assessments, with airlines warning of potential ...

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"Leitholm Faces Renewable Energy's High Cost: 200 Acres Threatened by Battery Storage Facilities"

"Plans for six battery storage facilities near the Scottish Borders village of Leitholm threaten over 200 acres of farmland, impacting residents' health, property values, and community well-being, highlighting conflicts between renewable energy expansion and local interests."

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Sustainable Cities and Communities

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