Economic damage from natural catastrophes is raising concern that some areas could be rendered uninsurable, according to Petra Hielkema, head of the European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (Eiopa), quoted in the Financial Times (behind a paywall). “The EU suffered more than €50bn in economic losses from natural catastrophes in both 2021 and 2022, according … Continue reading Energy in Demand News, April 28, 2024
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Energy in Demand News, April 7, 2024
The Financial Times (behind a paywall) anticipates that the AI revolution will be a boon for natural gas, according to fossil fuel bosses. “AI’s soaring energy needs will rise well beyond what renewable energy and batteries can deliver, executives argue, making more planet-warming fossil fuel supplies crucial even as governments vow to slash their use.” … Continue reading Energy in Demand News, April 7, 2024
UN’s new “loss and damage” fund off to slow start
Demand for finance to pay for the aftermath of climate impacts is rocketing – but progress on getting a new UN loss and damage fund up and running is slow. Laurie Goering discusses latest developments in an article on the Climate Change News website. Expectations mount as loss and damage fund staggers to its … Continue reading UN’s new “loss and damage” fund off to slow start
Energy in Demand News, March 31, 2024
New oil and gasfields are expected to grow fourfold despite IEA warnings, the Financial Times (behind a paywall) reported this week in their energy newsletter. At least 20 new oil and gasfields reached final investment decisions worldwide last year and “this figure to grow nearly fourfold by the end of the decade, with another 31bn … Continue reading Energy in Demand News, March 31, 2024
Reclaiming ancestral farming techniques can be a step toward sustainable food systems
In an article on The Conversation website, Chelsea Fisher, Assistant Professor of Anthropology, University of South Carolina writes about what we can learn from ancient farmers as we adapt to climate change. What ancient farmers can really teach us about adapting to climate change – and how political power influences success or failure In … Continue reading Reclaiming ancestral farming techniques can be a step toward sustainable food systems
New EEA assessment that Europe is unprepared for rapidly growing climate risks
Europe is the fastest warming continent in the world, and climate risks are threatening its energy and food security, ecosystems, infrastructure, water resources, financial stability, and people’s health. According to the European Environment Agency’s (EEA) assessment, published this week, many of these risks have already reached critical levels and could become catastrophic without urgent and … Continue reading New EEA assessment that Europe is unprepared for rapidly growing climate risks
Energy in Demand News, March 3, 2024
The bad news from the IEA this week is that, globally, CO2 emissions increased by 410 million tonnes, or 1.1%, in 2023. The good news from the IEA is that global energy-related CO2 emissions rose less strongly in 2023 than the year before even as total energy demand growth accelerated. IEA analysis shows that the … Continue reading Energy in Demand News, March 3, 2024
New report discusses the challenges that Bangladesh is facing to adapt to climate change
The south Asian country is a world leader in climate adaptation, but without more funding the country will struggle to protect its people, a report from the International Centre for Climate Change and Development (ICCCAD) warns. Thaslima Begum discusses the findings of the report in an article on the Guardian website. Why Bangladesh is … Continue reading New report discusses the challenges that Bangladesh is facing to adapt to climate change
Energy in Demand News, February 25, 2024
This weekend sees the first of three sessions of the European Citizens' Energy Efficiency Panel in Brussels with 150 European citizens discussing how energy may be used in the EU and how the energy system should change. Participants are focusing on different aspects of energy efficiency that consumers might encounter at home, in communities or … Continue reading Energy in Demand News, February 25, 2024
Research into the heat-mitigating effects of green spaces during heatwaves has found that botanical gardens are the most effective
In an article on the Guardian website, Damien Gayle explains that researchers hope the findings will inform policymakers planning cities for a warming world. Botanical gardens ‘most effective’ green space at cooling streets in heatwaves Few things are as soothing on a hot summer’s day as a walk through a beautiful botanical garden, but … Continue reading Research into the heat-mitigating effects of green spaces during heatwaves has found that botanical gardens are the most effective
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