Tag: Sustainable development goals
Cookstove Carbon Credits: Quality Scheme Exclusions
Nearly all existing carbon credits generated by cleaner cookstove projects face a new challenge. The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM) has made a significant decision that has wide-reaching implications for these...
Japan ignores calls to increase 2035 emissions target
Japan's Missed Opportunity: A Closer Look at the 2035 Emissions TargetJapan recently found itself in the global spotlight after missing a UN deadline for submitting its updated 2035 emissions reduction target. The government's proposal...
Fast-Tracking Negotiations at Restarted UN Climate Weeks
The United Nations is reviving its annual Climate Weeks in the Global South in 2025 after a year-long hiatus due to financial constraints and strategic considerations. The UNFCCC will now host two Climate Weeks...
Measuring Climate Change Progress: The KJ Show #119
Renowned Energy Analyst Explores Climate Change Metrics on 'The KJ Show'Dr. Katherine Johnson, a seasoned energy analyst and host of the popular show 'The KJ Show,' delves into the intricate world of climate change...
BlocPower Ends Support for Electrification in Ithaca
Ithaca's Shift in Electrification Sparks Disappointment and HopeIn 2021, Ithaca, a quaint city with 6,000 buildings, held high the torch of electrification. A visionary plan unfurled as BlocPower, a technology company led by Donnel...
Addressing Climate Adaptation Amid Rising Global Conflicts
In recent years, amidst a surge in global conflicts and a decade of soaring temperatures, climate adaptation initiatives have faced unprecedented challenges. While the spotlight often shines on wars in Eastern Europe and the...
Utilizing Capital-Market Borrowing to Achieve COP29 Goal
Utilizing Capital-Market Borrowing to Achieve COP29 GoalThe UN's Green Climate Fund (GCF) is exploring new avenues for funding to meet the ambitious goal set at COP29 in November. The fund, which supports climate action...
