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World is 'losing the race' to meet climate goals, COP28 president says

It is just three days until the United Nations publishes the first-ever global stocktake which will assess how nations are doing in their efforts to tackle climate change.

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EU to push for deal on 'phasing-out' fossil fuels at COP28

A proposal to phase out CO2-emitting fossil fuels at COP27 last won backing from more than 80 countries but oil and gas-rich nations opposed it.

Mobility

What's behind India's booming interest in EVs?

India has become one of the fastest-growing EV markets in the world.

Travel News

Dubai plans ‘world’s largest airport’ by 2050

Dubai’s ‘second airport’ could handle up to 250 million passengers a year by 2050.

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Europe News

NGOs demand review of EU emission reduction targets

The annual emission allowances (AEAs) set by the European Commission for EU member states lack ambition and are in breach of EU environmental law, according to CAN Europe and the Global Legal Action Network (GLAN).

Culture news

British university to tackle fashion's carbon problem

Plymouth University will play an integral role in multi-million project aiming to drive the decarbonisation of the fashion and textile industry.

Climate

Greek wildfires destroyed an area bigger than London in July

The climate-fuelled wildfires unleashed the same CO2 emissions last month as over 222,000 cars driven in a year.

Green News

Germany’s €49 ticket leads to 25% increase in low-carbon trips

Cheap public transport seems like a no-brainer to help tackle emissions. Germany’s example backs it up with strong numbers.

Green News

'Selfish': UK to grant 100 new licenses for oil and gas exploration

Britain's government says the move will improve energy security, while new carbon capture and storage projects will create tens of thousands of jobs.

World News

Euroviews. This is what is missing from the EU's 2040 climate policy goals

These are measures that the European Union must immediately put in place in order to build a sustainable society for 2040 – and put a stop to harmful emissions, MEP Emma Wiesner writes.

Green News

COP28 president reveals climate action plan for UN summit

COP28 is due to take place in November in Dubai and some decisions around the climate conference have already caused controversy.

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EU to push for an end to ‘unabated’ fossil fuel use at COP28

The EU wants governments to commit to more renewables, improve energy efficiency and give up fossil fuels for good.

Green News

Could a carbon tax on luxury items be fairer and more effective?

Researchers found that applying a carbon tax on luxury goods would be a “fairer” way to reduce emissions.

World News

Euroviews. Why is reporting on the climate impact of meat off the menu?

Contrary to the popular saying, more bad news about meat production will be good news for people and the planet, Nico Muzi writes.

Living

Meet the people who quit their high carbon jobs for greener pastures

There could be 300 million green collar jobs by 2050. Meet the people leaving their carbon-intensive roles behind.

Green News

Which European cities are on track for zero-emission public transport?

Shared and zero-emission public transport offerings have been analysed across 42 European cities. These are the results.

Living

Milan’s cyclists want to ‘redesign’ the city for people

Through demonstrations and urban proposals, cycle activists are paving the way for a safer, less polluted and bike-friendly Milan.

Green News

Here’s why Austria is our Green country of the month

Renewable energy, carbon taxes and public transport are top of the agenda for Austria.

World News

Euroviews. The EU must restrict fossil fuel lobbyists’ access to our institutions

The countdown before climate mayhem has started, and it is high time to phase out the fossil fuel industry's influence on public institutions, MEPs Manon Aubry, Michael Bloss and Pierre Larrouturou write.

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UK ‘lack of urgency’ on climate targets is worrying, report warns

A report from official government advisers has criticised slow progress and the approval of new oil and gas projects.