Wealthy countries met global climate finance goal two years late, OECD says 30/5/2024

Developed countries achieved their pledge to provide $100 billion to help poorer countries cope with climate change in 2022, the OECD said on Wednesday, confirming the target was met two years late. ...more

Study reveals $2.7B worth of energy has been spent in the U.S. on mining Bitcoin in 2024 so far 30/5/2024

In the face of a looming power shortage in the United States, I am reaching out with our latest report, revealing the massive amounts of electricity used for U.S. Bitcoin mining operations in 2024 so far. ...more

Queen’s research shows willow buffers reduce the environmental footprint of farming 30/5/2024

Researchers at Queen’s University in collaboration with the Agri-Food and BioSciences Institute (AFBI) have demonstrated how the use of willow buffers along water courses can be effective in reducing the environmental footprint of farming. ...more

New animal study suggests potential long-term impact of global warming on sleep 30/5/2024

The first of its kind study suggests that changing seasons and dramatic shifts in extreme weather conditions are likely to impact sleep patterns. ...more

Researchers introduce a Planetary Inclusion Scale 30/5/2024

Social inclusion and having a sense of belonging with other people are key elements of a good life. However, the fate of humanity is a challenge that extends beyond our social reality. Experiences of belonging and inclusion, understood in a broader sense than before, may be crucial for a sustainable future. ...more

New Initiatives Target Energy Efficiency Growth in Saudi Arabia 29/5/2024

The Saudi government has unveiled eight new initiatives to boost energy efficiency, targeting sustainable economic growth and lower carbon emissions. ...more

Caribbean leader blasts 'empty' climate promises at small islands summit 29/5/2024

The president of this decade's summit for Small Island Developing States on Monday blasted "empty" and "grossly inadequate" climate pledges, saying wealthy nations have failed to meet obligations to limit damages from carbon emissions. ...more

Escalating emissions: How Red Sea disruptions are driving up emissions 29/5/2024

A surge of attacks on ships traveling the waters of the Red Sea is forcing shippers to reroute their vessels, sending them on longer journeys that drive up their carbon dioxide emissions. ...more

Momentum building behind global company climate disclosures, standards body says 29/5/2024

More countries than initially expected are adopting international climate-related disclosure standards, a global rulemaking body said on Tuesday, but cautioned that significant departures from the norms would come at a cost. ...more

Majority of US voters support climate litigation against big oil, poll shows 29/5/2024

As US communities take big oil to court for allegedly deceiving the public about the climate crisis, polling shared with the Guardian shows that a majority of voters support the litigation, while almost half would back an even more aggressive legal strategy of filing criminal charges. ...more