Exxon vows to have net-zero carbon emissions from operations by 2050
Exxon's plan covers emissions from its oil, gas and chemical production and the power those operations consume but not the emissions from consumers using its products
Poorest should get EU climate fund sooner, lawmakers say
European Commission plans to launch a "social climate fund" to shield vulnerable citizens from higher bills that could arise from a carbon market for buildings and transport fuels
OPINION: Why ESG investors need to think twice about Amazon
Although Amazon’s ESG profile is far from perfect, the company is still a favorite for many on Wall Street.
Ghana's farmers arm against freak weather with crop insurance
An updated insurance programme pays out when harvests come up short, stopping farmers from falling into poverty due to drought or heavy rains
China car sector falling short of 'net zero' goals - Greenpeace
China's massive car sector will need to cut emissions by at least 20% by 2035 if it is to stay on track towards net zero by 2060 according to Greenpeace
Europe misspent business energy savings funds, auditors say
The EU regards curbing energy use as essential to meeting goals to cut greenhouse gas emissions but the funding to support businesses to do so has not been effective
OPINION: We must use the African Free Trade Agreement to boost economies
Africa has always been a continent of vast potential. To unlock it, we should be focusing on collaborations, knowledge and technology exchanges between African states.
OPINION: It’s time to step away from risky techno-fixes to climate threats
Solar geoengineering is not necessary, desirable, ethical or political governable, and governments must restrict the development of these technologies before it is too late
After sun-dimming setback, geoengineers seek a diplomatic fix
A snub for a high-altitude Harvard University project to dim sunshine last year has spurred down-to-Earth diplomacy in 2022 to solve solar geoengineering research disputes
Super-rich thrive as COVID-19 pushes millions into poverty
A new billionaire has been created every 26 hours during the pandemic, deepening the world's wealth divides