The Scottish government has announced a new proposal to end all its overseas trade backing and promotion activities solely focused on fossil fuel goods and services by COP26.
The Scottish government has announced a new proposal to end all its overseas trade backing and promotion activities solely focused on fossil fuel goods and services by COP26.
The government, which said it will consult with the industry on its proposal, noted that there will be legitimate exceptions to the withdrawal of support where it is clear that the work is essential for a fair and just energy transition, such as decommissioning.
Biden on Wednesday signed a series of executive orders and took steps to address this challenge, which he identified as one of the most pressing threats of the era.
Pension funds will reap rewards from playing a part in the UK s green drive
The UK aims to hit net zero by 2050 (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images)
In November, heads of state, climate experts and campaigners will come together in Glasgow for the United Nations Climate Change Conference, the biggest summit ever hosted by the UK, to discuss, and commit to, ambitious climate targets and concrete steps to protect our planet.
International collaboration is essential, but the success of global action will comprise the sum total of those steps taken by individual nations.
The UK is committed to being a world leader in combating climate change; a leadership role underpinned by building back greener through action and innovation at home.
Biden wants carbon free electricity by 2035
New President commits to ‘carbon pollution-free’ power sector hitting net zero by 2050
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The President Joe Biden has taken today bold action to reset the US energy industry, by signing a new executive order with a commitment to build a ‘carbon pollution-free electricity sector by 2035 and reach net zero emissions fifteen years later.
The new order says every federal infrastructure investment will be directed to reduce climate pollution and prioritise renewable energy projects.
Renewables VS oil and gas
Under the new executive order, the Secretary of the Interior will pause new oil and natural gas leases on public lands and offshore waters.
Biden Announces Ambitious Plans To Fight Climate Change
WASHINGTON (dpa-AFX) - President Joe Biden has signed a set of executive orders aimed at tackling the climate crisis at home and abroad.
The first order starts with the statement, It is the policy of this administration that climate considerations shall be an essential element of U.S. foreign policy and national security.
This order creates both a White House interagency task force to address environmental justice, as well as an advisory council. It directs the Department of Health and Human Services to create an Office of Climate Change and Health Equity. And it tasks the Department of Justice with establishing an Office of Climate Justice.