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. Read more
Editorial: Integrating ecosystems and climate demands a broad approach The earth’s climate system and the global carbon cycle are coupled with major ecosystems such as forests and oceans ... Read more
COP16 in Cali call for unified action on biodiversity and climate The biodiversity summit decided to improve policy coherence across the Rio Conventions. But there was little concrete progress on critical issues like financing and forests. Read more
Ozone – the invisible threat to Europe’s forests Ambitious measures to tackle ozone precursors could reduce impact on forests by 30 per cent. This would boost biomass growth and significantly enhance carbon storage. Read more
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. Read more
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. Read more
Climate impacts in northern forests New report provides a review of the current scientific literature on climate impacts in northern forests. Read more
The role of northern forests in limiting warming to 1.5°C Analysis of 1.5°C-compatible pathways shows that the most important land-based mitigation action for northern forests is to halt deforestation by 2030. Read more
Global warming heading for 3°C COP29 showed insufficient progress in climate pledges. Greenhouse gas emissions must decrease by at least 43% by 2030 and 60% by 2035 to meet Paris Agreement goals. Read more
Stockholm gets ready for zero emissions The Swedish capital will soon have its first Zero Emission Zone (ZEZ), only allowing access in a central area to those vehicles that meet strict electrification and emission standards. Read more
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. Read more
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. Read more
Unlocking the potential of energy sufficiency Countries and regions that adopt sufficiency strategies can achieve enhanced energy security, reduced environmental impacts, and economic sustainability. Read more
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