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April 29, 2024
IEA says drop in storage battery costs will boost transition to renewables
The International Energy Agency (IEA) predicts that a significant decline in battery costs for energy storage over the next few years will accelerate the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy, as reported on Apr. 25.
April 26, 2024
China's carbon price hit 100 yuan for first time as regulations tighten
China's carbon price has surpassed 100 yuan for the first time since the market's launch in mid-2021, as major polluters ramp up purchases ahead of the implementation of stricter standards.
April 25, 2024
EU offers $30 million for carbon removal project proposals
The European Commission has announced a $30 million call for proposals to provide funding support for carbon removal projects in the region.
April 24, 2024
Sam Altman ventures into renewable energy to tackle data center power demands
Sam Altman, OpenAI CEO, to address the massive power demands of data centers, has recently expanded into renewable energy, particularly focusing on solar power and energy storage, alongside investments in nuclear fusion technology.
April 24, 2024
Global plastic treaty talks face uncertainty amid opposition from oil and gas producers
“Global plastic treaty” took place on Apr. 23 in Ottawa, where international representatives gathered to discuss on how to halt plastic pollution. However, with opposition from major oil and gas countries, reaching a consensus on the draft remains uncerta
April 23, 2024
New SBTi standard to drive renewable energy certificate market changes: expert
The Science Based Targeting Initiative (SBTi) will allow companies to offset Scope 3 emissions using carbon credits, a move that could trigger greenwashing controversies or significantly change the renewable energy certificate (REC) and carbon credit mark
April 23, 2024
IETA unveils new guidelines for companies on carbon credits
The International Emissions Trading Association (IETA) has release new guidance for businesses looking to use carbon credits in their pursuit of climate goals.
April 22, 2024
Paris Olympics climate action criticized as falling short of sustainability targets
To mitigate global warming, the Paris Olympics has set ambitious carbon reduction goals. However, the non-profit organization Carbon Market Watch argues that its carbon footprint remains excessively high, making it difficult to be sustainable.
April 19, 2024
SBTi rule relaxation signals turning point for carbon credit market: TCX
The new statement from the SBTi indicates that carbon credits have now reached a turning point, with demand expected to significantly increase, according to Tian Jian-zhong (田建中), general manager of Taiwan Carbon Solution Exchange (TCX).
April 17, 2024
SBTi releases an official clarification to its Scope 3 statement
Considering the recent controversies surrounding the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) changing its stance on offsetting Scope 3 emissions, the Board of Trustees has issued an additional clarification to its initial statement.