Tamsin Walker writes on the Deutsche Welle website about the impact of the US withdrawal from global climate initiatives. The US has pledged to pull out of dozens of international organizations and treaties established to advance the protection of the planet. But Tamsin Walker writes that it doesn't spell the end of environmental action. … Continue reading “Collective global action remains the only viable path to secure a livable future for our children and grandchildren”
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Trump administration pulls US out of UN climate bodies
In an article on the Climate Home News website, Sebastian Rodriguez discusses the decision by the Trump administration will make the US the only country to leave the UNFCCC – the bedrock for the world’s efforts to curb climate change – which it said serves “agendas contrary to our own.” Trump to pull US … Continue reading Trump administration pulls US out of UN climate bodies
New report from the IEA on demand flexibility
This policy brief, developed under the International Energy Agency’s Digital Demand-Driven Electricity Networks (3DEN) Initiative, examines the value of demand flexibility as a core component of modern electricity systems, with a strong emphasis on its role in improving energy efficiency. As electricity demand grows and power systems become more electrified, decentralised and renewable-rich, managing when … Continue reading New report from the IEA on demand flexibility
Europe’s climate ambitions face a political reality check
European industrial and agricultural concerns are facing diluted environmental regulations, while the bloc as a whole has reduced its climate targets. Tim Schauenberg writes on the Deutsche Welle website to understand what's at stake and how do far-right parties feature in the mix. Is Europe turning away from climate protection? Amid tariff disputes, the … Continue reading Europe’s climate ambitions face a political reality check
How Europe’s carbon border tax will show up in your shopping basket
Simona Sagone, PhD Candidate, Green Finance, Lund University and University of Palermo, writes on The Conversation website about the impact of the EU’s new carbon border adjustment mechanism that is coming into force at the beginning of 2026. How Europe’s new carbon tax on imported goods will change global trade – and our shopping … Continue reading How Europe’s carbon border tax will show up in your shopping basket
New IEA report on employment in the global energy sector
The latest IEA report shows employment in the global energy sector expanding twice as fast as the rate for the overall economy, even as skilled labour bottlenecks pose rising risks trong investment in energy infrastructure drove a 2.2% rise in energy jobs last year, nearly double the rate of employment growth for the wider global … Continue reading New IEA report on employment in the global energy sector
EU walks back 2035 all-electric target, permitting some new combustion engine cars
A last-minute deal in Berlin ensured the death of the combustion engine ban — a previously unthinkable outcome. Jordyn Dahl writes on the Politico website about the Commission’s latest plan that now goes to the European Parliament and Council. Also, check out the latest article by Monica Frassoni. She argues why the electric transition is … Continue reading EU walks back 2035 all-electric target, permitting some new combustion engine cars
EIB Investment Survey 2025
The European Investment Bank’s Investment Survey is conducted annually and includes data from approximately 13 000 firms in all EU Member States plus a sample from the United States. The survey provides information on firm characteristics and performance, past investment activities and future plans, sources of finance and the financing issues businesses face. Below is … Continue reading EIB Investment Survey 2025
EEA publishes 8th Environmental Action Programme
Despite progress in key areas, the European Union (EU) remains likely off track for most 2030 environmental goals, according to the European Environment Agency’s (EEA) new 8th EAP assessment. Rising climate risks, slow transitions in production and consumption system and weakening enabling conditions highlight the urgent need for stronger, better financed and faster policy implementation. … Continue reading EEA publishes 8th Environmental Action Programme
New UN ECE publication on energy efficiency
The UN Economic Commission for Europe has published a new report that reframes the policy questions from “Which energy efficiency technologies should be deployed?” to “How to design the system, so that proven measures scale, persist, and stay affordable?” It firmly positions energy efficiency as a first-order system resource and a cornerstone for achieving sustainable … Continue reading New UN ECE publication on energy efficiency
Energy in Demand - Sustainable Energy - Rod Janssen 