Net Zero
Australia’s push for higher ESG standards in critical minerals industry
The world’s transition towards net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions is driving a significant increase in demand for critical minerals such…
Canada leads sustainable mining push
Canada is a global leader in environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards for mining, with nearly 50% of the world's…
Long-duration energy storage could cut industrial emissions by 65% – report
Current LDES technologies have the potential to abate up to 65% of industrial emissions, according to a new report from…
“This is coal, don’t be afraid!”: Australia’s dramatic tryst with coal and climate change
Holding up a lump of coal while addressing the Australian Parliament in 2017, then Treasurer Scott Morrison proclaimed, “This is…
Nigeria considers G20 membership, Tinubu to attend summit in India
Nigeria is considering becoming a part of the G20 bloc of major economies after assessing risks and benefits, according to…
Endless expansion: how will China’s coal investments affect its energy mix?
In 2022, permits for new coal power plants in China reached their highest level since 2015, according to a report…
Survey shows 90% of gas buyers aim to achieve net-zero goals by 2040
Mckinsey and Company's Energy Insights European Gas Buyers Survey shows that around 90% of gas buyers aim to achieve net-zero…
How the rush for critical minerals threatens human rights
Three-quarters of physical attacks recorded against human rights defenders during the period January 2015 to March 2023 were against climate,…