New research finds England could produce 13 times more clean energy by utilising just 3% of land
Researchers identify new onshore wind and solar sites that utilise less than 3% of land.
New £100m funding platform launched by UKIB to support transition to a zero emission bus network
The UK Infrastructure Bank, Rock Rail and Aviva form partnership to provide a new funding platform for zero emission bus financier ‘Rock Road’.
New data shows majority of companies are overlooking plastic-related risks
Thousands of companies are behind on key steps to tackle plastic pollution in their value chains, according to landmark data released by CDP.
Water now a major risk for world’s supply chains, reports CDP
The water crisis threatens global supply chains as never before, according to new research from CDP.
Energy UK backs scheme to reduce power costs
Energy UK is backing a plan which could cut bills for households and non-domestic customers by reducing the costs paid to low carbon electricity generators.
Tesco and WWF launch cattle feed scheme for dairy farmers aimed to help tackle climate change
Tesco and WWF have launched a new trial to offer UK dairy farmers subsidies that encourage growing feed more sustainably for their livestock.
The UN’s climate change body releases its first annual report
The UN’s official climate secretariat has launched its first annual report into its work in combatting climate change.
UN makes unprecedented open call for climate solutions
The UN body for climate change is launching an online portal inviting countries, organisations and civil society to contribute to the climate dialogue and allow their voices to be heard.
Canada and the UK launch new global alliance against coal during COP23
During climate talks in Bonn, Canada and the UK along with the Marshall Islands have launched the “Powering Past Coal” alliance inviting governmental entities from around the world to phase out dirty coal power plants.
The 8th Sustainable Innovation Forum brought climate leaders together in Bonn
On 13-14 November, Climate Action, in official partnership with UN Environment held the 8th edition of the Sustainable Innovation Forum alongside COP23 in Bonn, Germany.
Bertrand Piccard talks about the true power of innovation for climate action
The visionary innovator who flew 40,000 km in a solar-fuelled plane urged companies to pursue revolutionary ideas as the only way to truly achieve a paradigm shift and fight climate change.
UN Environment, nrg4SD and ICLEI worked together at climate talks to fight air pollution
During the 8th Sustainable Innovation Forum (SIF), Climate Action partnered with international organisations to bring together city Mayors and regional governments to discuss ways to tackle air pollution.
‘We are Still in Coalition’ launched the America’s Pledge report during COP23
During COP23 in Bonn, America’s Pledge presented the official report on US climate action, analysing how US states, cities, businesses, citizens, and universities can support the Paris Agreement even without federal action.
Climate Action publication launched in Bonn
On Monday, the 11th edition of the Climate Action publication was launched, where the world’s leading sustainability thinkers and policymakers provide detailed insights on the pathway to a low-carbon economy.
Political leaders make the case for stronger action on climate
During the first day of the 8th Sustainable Innovation Forum, international energy and environment ministers have urged the global community to act faster and stronger to make the transition to a low-carbon economy.
EU Emissions Trading System to be revised to go in line with the Paris Agreement
The EU has reached a provisional agreement to revise its Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) for the period after 2020 - a crucial move amid the ongoing climate negotiations in Bonn.
Syria to sign the Paris Agreement, further isolating the US
On the second day of this year’s climate negotiations, Syria announced it will sign the Paris Agreement, leaving the US the only country not to abide by the climate change deal.
Climate Action brings the private sector to COP23
On Monday, the 23rd annual Conference of the Parties (COP23) kicked off in Bonn under the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) with the main aim to set the grounds of the Paris Agreement implementation.
Fiji issues first developing country sovereign green bond of $50 million for climate resilience
Fiji has become the first emerging market to issue a sovereign green bond after it raised 100 million Fijian dollars to finance climate mitigation and adaptation projects.
We Are Still In coalition outlines its COP23 plans
This week, the We Are Still In coalition announced its big plans for the upcoming 23rd Conference of the Parties as an indication of robust support for the UN climate talks.