Protectionist measures could impact global demand for US biofuels -panel
With the glut of renewable diesel (RD) supply in the US, producers are eyeing fresh opportunities for new demand abroad, with domestic production further incentivised by an upcoming production tax credit.
Read MoreUS ban on Chinese UCO would ‘disincentivise’ foreign LCFS programmes -panel
Biofuel producers warned Tuesday against a US ban on used cooking oil (UCO) imports from China, arguing that a ban would disincentivise foreign biofuel-producing nations from creating mandates to decrease emissions of transportation fuels through Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) regulations.
Read MoreProgress in global climate governance threatened by major inequality among nations, new research warns
A new study has unveiled stark inequalities in global climate governance, highlighting that the most influential countries in climate negotiations bear far fewer consequences from climate-related disasters than those with less influence.
Read MoreDecarbonisation funding from US private sector slows -Treasury official
Investment from the US private sector towards decarbonisation has slowed since 2022, a US treasury official said Wednesday, calling on firms to finance technologies to reduce emissions from the shipping and industrial sectors.
Read MoreAlberta TIER emissions rise as usage of offsets, EPCs for compliance reaches all-time high in 2023
Higher emissions in 2023 under Alberta’s Technology Innovation and Emission Reduction (TIER) programme resulted in increased usage of offsets and emission performance credits (EPCs), according to a compliance report published Monday.
Read MoreGlobal solar installations smash expectations, rising almost a third year-on-year
Global solar installations exceeded most industry forecasts in 2024, with 593 GW expected to be added by the end of the year, according to analysis by a global energy think tank.
Read MoreOcean carbon sink vital for both climate health and global wealth, new research finds
The ocean’s ability to absorb CO2 is not only vital for mitigating climate change, but also crucial for enhancing global wealth and reducing the cost of national climate policies, according to a new study.
Read MoreBRIEFING: Brazilian voluntary carbon market will support, not drive, race to net zero
Brazil’s voluntary carbon market (VCM) will play a role in mitigation efforts if it is able to attract large-scale investment – but even then, it may not channel sufficient climate finance and reduce enough emissions to be an engine of net zero on either a global or national scale.
Read MoreAirline passengers willing to pay extra 11% to offset flight emissions, survey finds
Airline passengers are increasingly willing to accept additional costs and time commitments to reduce the environmental impact of their flights, for example paying an extra 11% for offsets, according to a new survey.
Read MoreACX, Brazilian stock exchange launch domestic carbon registry
A new registry launched Wednesday for Brazilian carbon projects, announcing its first transaction at the Brazil Climate Summit in New York.
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