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Critics say the country is ignoring its role as a large historical emitter
Many governments and business leaders have made commitments to reduce carbon emissions in response to the 2015 Paris Agreement. This series covers topics surrounding clean tech innovation, energy efficiency and internal carbon pricing
Bill would require lenders to report carbon pollution associated with customers
Start-ups and consultants benefit from race to map carbon footprints
Announcement made as Gulf country prepares to host COP28 climate talks
Japan, US, EU, Australia and South Korea aim to cut emissions of potent global warming gas
Retailer’s redevelopment bid has raised questions about the environmental costs of demolishing and replacing older buildings as opposed to retrofitting them
. . . and how investors can encourage companies to raise their game
For the continent’s carbon emitters, the heat is on — but some are doing better than others in reducing their footprint
Burning trees across Eurasia and North America emitted 1.76bn tonnes of CO₂ in 2021
Creatives are coming up with cool solutions to the island’s tidal wave of rubbish
Perhaps an alternative way to cut CO₂ is to reset the romantic calendar
Buildings, industry and transport drive estimated 1.3% increase, in conflict with Paris targets
As ski resorts try to lower their emissions, demand is increasing across North America for resource-efficient mountain homes
The UK’s old homes leak heat and carbon. Meet the architects pioneering sustainable solutions with bold aesthetics
Coal still powers China-led battery grade projects amid renewables plan
Voluntary climate initiatives may distract from what is really needed
Hermetically sealed in its 500m-high mirrored walls, its huge carbon footprint makes it anything but a city of the future
The TotalEnergies CEO backs controversial new oil and gas projects even as he pushes billions into clean energy. How long can he have it both ways?
Environmentally friendly food shopping can be a challenge. Find out how your favourite UK supermarket items stack up with our interactive scales
Satellite imagery suggests emissions may exceed what mining companies have been reporting
Primary driver of global warming is accelerating at ‘maximum speed’
A net zero carbon world may be difficult to achieve but need not be painful to live in
Despite signs of hope, scepticism is fully justified when it comes to the COP26 announcements
Leaders at COP26 failed to see that real solutions require restraints on a range of activities in rich countries
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