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Pittsburgh 2030 District Announces Significant Progress In Reducing Carbon Emissions - 44.8% From Baseline; Savings Of $59.7 Million In Utility Costs

PA Environment Daily

The Pittsburgh 2030 District , a project of the Green Building Alliance , has released its 2022 Progress Report , revealing District property partners have reduced carbon emissions by 44.8% This achievement moves the District within range of reaching its target goal of 50-65% reduction in carbon emissions before the 2030 deadline.

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South Korea and Climate Change

Legal Planet

What is South Korea doing to cut its emissions? Even so, it compares favorably with the national governments in places like the U.S. With economic growth have come carbon emissions. As of 2016, half of its total emissions are from the power sector, with 20% from industry and 15% from transportation, and.

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Climate Policy in India

Legal Planet

That’s understandable in terms of India’s current carbon emissions, which are now only a quarter of China’s. Natural gas, oil, and nuclear are minor players. Natural gas, oil, and nuclear are minor players. the national government isn’t the only presence in terms of climate policy.

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A look back at significant decisions in climate litigation in 2021

Law Columbia

A look back at significant decisions in climate litigation in 2021. 2021 was a significant year for climate litigation, with several decisions worldwide providing a fresh look at stakeholder responsibility for climate change. Perhaps the most significant decision in climate litigation in 2021 came from the Netherlands.

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Dear Oil and Gas CEOs: Here’s How You Should Spend Those Record Profits

Union of Concerned Scientists

That requires bringing global energy-related carbon dioxide emissions to net zero by 2050. To meet that goal, the International Energy Agency’s Net Zero Roadmap released in 2021 says no new oil and gas supply projects can come online. degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels.

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Opinion: Unrest underlines need to reform Kazakhstan’s energy sector

A Greener Life

On 2 January 2022, massive protests erupted throughout Kazakhstan , initially over the price of liquefied petroleum gas. The government had abruptly stopped subsidies, dramatically increasing the price for consumers. The government resigned on 5 January, and the situation continues to develop.

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French company to coordinate carbon capture project in Brazil

Corp Watch

Image Image Products Oil / gas exploration and production, natural gas and LNG trading and transportation, oil refining, chemicals, solar and biomass development Protesting Total's role in Burma - Photo Credit TotalOutNow Summary Total is a fossil fuel exploration company. In the U.S. million in 2013.

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