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How oceans could soak climate policy

Oceans are acknowledged in several UNFCCC processes, but there is a pressing need for more precise and integrated actions to fully harness their climate mitigation potential.

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The future of an Agri-ETS in the EU

Agriculture faces growing scrutiny over its modest emissions reductions. The concept of an agricultural emissions trading system (Agri-ETS) has emerged as a focal point of debate.

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Time to cut ship emissions in the North Atlantic

Designating the North Atlantic as an Emission Control Area could lead to significant air pollution reductions from shipping that would benefit both human health and the environment.

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Climate impacts in northern forests

New report provides a review of the current scientific literature on climate impacts in northern forests.

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A milestone for cleaner air

The European Union has now adopted the Ambient Air Quality Directive, which is a move closer to the WHO standards. Though some steps remain before it is fully aligned.

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Gas flaring in the Amazon sparks legal and environmental battle

Indigenous girls are leading legal action against the Ecuadorian state for authorizing gas flaring near their homes. Currently, this harmful practice is permitted as close as 100 metres from residential areas.

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Unlocking the potential of energy sufficiency

Countries and regions that adopt sufficiency strategies can achieve enhanced energy security, reduced environmental impacts, and economic sustainability.

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Ocean Acidification Working Group

Green hydrogen, out of the blue

Hydrogen-based steelmaking develops faster and more effectively than CCS approaches.

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Setting 1.5°C-compatible wind and solar targets

At the UN Climate Convention COP28 in 2023, the world committed to tripling renewable capacity by 2030.

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Net-zero policies could save upto 15,000 lives

A new study shows that US net-zero policies could reduce air pollution, delivering health benefits worth $65–128 billion in 2035 alone.

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Ammonia pollution in Europe is persistent and deadly

Ammonia contributes to 50% of fine particulate matter in Europe. But it also has independent health effects, such as an association with early-onset asthma in children under six.

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Addressing challenges in the land sector under the Paris Agreement

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SINK OR SOURCE? Northern Forests at a crossroads

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The role of northern forests in limiting warming to 1.5°C

This report evaluates the potential contribution of northern forests to limiting warming to 1.5 C

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Protecting Northern Forests crucial for biodiversity, the climate and indigenous rights

Protecting Northern Forests crucial for biodiversity, the climate and indigenous rights

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The 100 largest industry emitters in EU-27

The top 100 industrial emitters in the EU-27 are presented.

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Road to Nowhere

Frequently asked questions about CCS and CDR technologies are discussed and answered.

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Bioenergy CCS – too little, too expensive, and not net negative

Bioenergy carbon capture and storage technologies (BECCS) are presented and critical analyzed.

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Direct air carbon capture and storage - A waste of time and energy

Direct Air Capture (DAC)technologies are presented and critical analyzed.

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