Energy, Environment

The End of Free Carbon Emissions: Why the Time is Right

Est. 4min

As governments, private sector leaders and NGOs gather for New York Climate Week this month, one theme is likely to dominate: the urgent need for immediate climate action.

Circular economy 27-09-2024

Circular economy commissioner is a crucial step to a holistic EU vision for sustainable materials

Est. 4min

The appointment of a dedicated European Commissioner for Circular Economy competitiveness within Jessica Roswal's portfolio is a critical step forward in the EU's commitment to accelerating the transition to a circular economy. This new role addresses a significant gap in previous policy frameworks, where circular economy initiatives were often fragmented across various commissioners.

27-09-2024

Baltic shadow tankers: Growing threat to environmental safety and regional stability

Est. 5min

The alarming rise of unregulated "shadow" tankers transporting Russian oil through the Baltic Sea—an increase of 30% last year—poses a serious threat to the region's environment and safety. Experts warn that if this trend continues, environmental disasters are not just possible—they are inevitable.

Climate change 26-09-2024

Extreme weather is worsening Europe’s food supply

Est. 4min

Last year was the hottest on record, and scientists worry this year will be worse. Thunderstorms in Europe destroyed 9.1 billion euros in assets, while the U.S. also experienced twenty-eight separate weather and climate disasters throughout 2023 costing at least one billion dollars a piece. Again, the most ever. It’s not hard to see a trend.