Tag: Climate

Kazakhstan and UNDP
Global

Government of Kazakhstan and UNDP launch climate reporting project under the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change

September 13, 2024 13 September, 2024, Astana – United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Kazakhstan, in partnership with the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan and with the financial support of the Global Environment Facility, launches the Climate Change Reporting Project. The project includes the production of the First Biennial Transparency Report by the end of 2024 and the combined Ninth National Communication and Second Biennial … Continue reading Government of Kazakhstan and UNDP launch climate reporting project under the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change

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Ostrom Climate
Global

OSTROM CLIMATE APPOINTS TEJINDER VIRK AS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

September 12, 2024, Vancouver, British Columbia: Ostrom Climate Solutions Inc. (“Ostrom” or the “Company”) (TSX-V:COO)(Frankfurt:9EAA), a leading provider of carbon project development and climate solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Tejinder Virk as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Mr. Virk brings extensive leadership experience to the role, positioning Ostrom for its next phase of growth. Current CEO, Phil Cull, will transition to the role of … Continue reading OSTROM CLIMATE APPOINTS TEJINDER VIRK AS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

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Antenna Group
United States

Antenna Group Expands Global Footprint with Acquisition of Czech Republic’s Rubikon PR

This strategic acquisition bolsters Antenna’s global capabilities and signals its continued commitment to partnering with global organizations to tell their climate, sustainability, and technology transformation stories NEW YORK – Antenna Group announced today the acquisition of Rubikon PR, a leading Czech public relations and marketing firm. This move marks a significant expansion of Antenna Group’s European operations and reinforces its commitment to driving positive global … Continue reading Antenna Group Expands Global Footprint with Acquisition of Czech Republic’s Rubikon PR

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Schools
Global

More than 400 Million Students Affected by Climate-Related School Closures since 2022

For less than $20 per student schools can adapt and minimize learning losses WASHINGTON, Sept. 4, 2024 – A staggering 400 million students globally experienced school closures from extreme weather since 2022, according to a new World Bank report released today. The report examines the detrimental impacts of climate change on education in low- and middle-income countries and offers solutions to harness education to spur climate … Continue reading More than 400 Million Students Affected by Climate-Related School Closures since 2022

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Vicious circle of climate change
Global

Vicious circle of climate change, wildfires and air pollution has major impacts

05 September 2024 A vicious cycle of climate change, wildfires and air pollution is having a spiralling negative impact on human health, ecosystems and agriculture, according to a new report from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).  The WMO Air Quality and Climate Bulletin includes a special focus on wildfires. It also looks at global and regional concentrations of particulate matter pollution and its harmful effects on crops … Continue reading Vicious circle of climate change, wildfires and air pollution has major impacts

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Exelon
United States

Empowering Innovation and Sustainability: Exelon’s Investments in Emerging Companies Are Driving Critical Clean Energy and Climate Solutions

Meet the Four Companies Reshaping Sustainable Energy Technology and Services in Exelon Communities. CHICAGO – Exelon Corporation (Nasdaq: EXC), the nation’s largest utility company, has announced the latest companies to receive venture capital investments as part of Exelon’s Climate Change Investment Initiative (2c2i). These companies are leading the way with products, services and technologies that are focused on reversing or mitigating the damage done by … Continue reading Empowering Innovation and Sustainability: Exelon’s Investments in Emerging Companies Are Driving Critical Clean Energy and Climate Solutions

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amnesty
Asia, Europe, NGO

Europe: New Amnesty briefing analyzes landmark climate judgments of the European Court of Human Rights  

August 21, 2024 – Amnesty International has today published a briefing that analyzes three landmark climate judgments of the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR), issued on 9 April 2024, on cases brought by older Swiss women, six young Portuguese people, and a former French mayor and member of the European Parliament.  Climate inaction, ruled out!, provides an overview of the new climate jurisprudence developed by the ECtHR. … Continue reading Europe: New Amnesty briefing analyzes landmark climate judgments of the European Court of Human Rights  

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Volvo Group
Asia

Volvo Group collaborates with Indian supply partners to accelerate its journey toward becoming climate-neutral by 2040

Press release – India – 2024-08-20 Volvo Group is committed to becoming a climate-neutral company by 2040, and this commitment includes its supply chain & global suppliers from India. In 2022, Volvo Group developed and started sourcing Fossil Free Castings from India. Today, Volvo Group has set a new milestone, expanding its fossil-free sourcing in India to additional components. The fossil-free components from Indian supply … Continue reading Volvo Group collaborates with Indian supply partners to accelerate its journey toward becoming climate-neutral by 2040

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Mongolia
Asia

Mongolia: Mining for a Green Future?

While Mongolia might be known for its vast steppes, nomadic traditions, and mineral wealth, a new generation of innovators is looking to position the nation as a leader in climate technology. This burgeoning scene stands to benefit from the LowCarbon.Earth accelerator program, an initiative supported by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Massive Earth Foundation. Now entering its fourth year, the LowCarbon.Earth program focuses … Continue reading Mongolia: Mining for a Green Future?

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