New report shows that global warming represents an existential threat to the EU

Zia Weise writes on the Politico website about a new German government report. It argues that global warming will exacerbate conflicts, hunger and migration worldwide, with growing risks for Europe. Climate change threatens EU’s survival, German security report warns Global warming represents an existential threat to the European Union, according to a landmark German … Continue reading New report shows that global warming represents an existential threat to the EU →

Columbia Climate School Launches First in U.S. Climate Finance Degree

The Columbia Climate School announced the first master’s degree program in the United States for climate finance. In close collaboration with the Columbia Business School, this interdisciplinary degree will drive impactful solutions to the climate crisis through advanced financial tools and scientific knowledge. This is the third master’s programme announced by the Climate School, in addition … Continue reading Columbia Climate School Launches First in U.S. Climate Finance Degree →

Yes, Trump is introducing anti-climate measures but “Ultimately, the writing is on the wall for fossil fuels”

In an article on The Conversation website, Bruce Campbell, Adjunct Professor, Faculty of Environmental and Urban Change, York University, Canada discusses the impact of the Trump administrations anti-climate measures. What are your views? The impact of Donald Trump’s anti-climate measures on our heating planet Before assessing the impact of United States President Donald Trump’s … Continue reading Yes, Trump is introducing anti-climate measures but “Ultimately, the writing is on the wall for fossil fuels” →

There is too little sense of urgency in addressing climate change

On the Observer website, Will Hutton argues that heading off the environmental crisis and growing the economy are not at odds. They are two sides of a coin – as our politicians should realise. Do you agree? Promoting green growth does not make you an ‘eco-nutter’. It’s the only way forward If you care … Continue reading There is too little sense of urgency in addressing climate change →

The global energy transition needs bold action

Jennifer Layke, Global Director of the WRI Polsky Center for the Global Energy Transition writes on the World Resources Institute about what it takes to accelerate the global energy transition. What are your views? 6 Opportunities to Accelerate the Global Energy Transition The way we make and use energy is changing. With prices falling … Continue reading The global energy transition needs bold action →

What can we expect from Sustainable Aviation Fuels?

In an article on The Conversation website, Ben Purvis, Research Associate, Sustainability Assessment, University of Sheffield writes about the challenges in the UK to reduce carbon emissions from flying by 70%, as announced by the government. It’s not that simple at all. While this article is about the UK, it is relevant to all countries. … Continue reading What can we expect from Sustainable Aviation Fuels? →

Energy in Demand News, February 9, 2025

The EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) aims to reduce carbon emissions, put a fair price on the carbon emitted during the production of carbon intensive goods imported into the EU, and encourage cleaner industrial production through a methodology for calculating embedded emissions according to the Paris Agreement and the EU Fit for 55 package. … Continue reading Energy in Demand News, February 9, 2025 →

Canada’s energy transition: Ontario’s new eDSM framework significantly expands electricity demand-side management

James Gaede writes on the Efficiency Canada website about a new electricity demand-side management framework in the province of Ontario. Ontario’s new electricity DSM plan: How does it stack up? On January 7, 2025, Ontario announced a new electricity demand-side management framework (‘eDSM framework’). It includes a total budget of $10.9 billion (roughly $900 … Continue reading Canada’s energy transition: Ontario’s new eDSM framework significantly expands electricity demand-side management →

America’s energy transition: a massive new lithium refinery taking shape in “red state” that promotes the oil industry

Tina Casey writes on the cleanTechnica website about a new venture that is a poke in the eye of the state’s powerful oil industry, considering that its target is the EV battery market. Renewable Energy Lures New Lithium Venture To Deep Red State In yet another sign of an identity crisis among Republican-dominated US … Continue reading America’s energy transition: a massive new lithium refinery taking shape in “red state” that promotes the oil industry →

Blog by Stefania Moruzzi: Defining sustainability in manufacturing

Over 75% of the global top 50 machine builders are actively promoting ways in which their machines enable greater sustainability for manufacturers – from energy efficiency to retrofitting. New research from Siemens Financial Services reveals how these machine builders define sustainability enablement, based on their published statements. There is no question that manufacturers are investing … Continue reading Blog by Stefania Moruzzi: Defining sustainability in manufacturing →