Tag: climate change

In its latest World Energy Transitions Outlook report, IRENA explains that in order to meet the 1.5°C target, all countries will need to expand renewable power generation capacity.

TT Club pointed out that there are alarming warning signs that severe climatic events are already impacting inland waterway operations.

The latest Climate Action Monitor by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) shows that current climate commitments have not been matched with effective action.

Research using Earth system and eddy-permitting coupled ocean–sea-ice models shows that freshening in the subarctic Atlantic Ocean and a weakening of the AMOC contribute to increased temperature and salinity in the South Atlantic.

Mid-November became a pivotal moment for global climate action as world leaders, activists, and experts gathered for COP29—the 29th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).

The UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) opened on 11 November 2024 in Baku, Azerbaijan, with UN Climate Change Executive Secretary, Simon Stiell, highlighting that "now it is the time to show that global cooperation is not down for the count."

The Panama Canal presented its financial results for FY24 with total revenues of 4.99 billion PAB (209 million PAB above budget and 18 million PAB more than FY23).

The health consequences of climate change can include cancer, cardiovascular disease, respiratory illnesses, kidney dysfunction and mental health conditions, ILO warned in a recent report.

The oceans may cover over 70% of the Earth's surface, but how often do we think about their immense importance? The oceans are not just large masses of water; they are the foundation of life on our planet, and their health affects every living organism, from the smallest plankton to humans.

During this week’s intersessional meeting of the IMO Working Group on Reduction of GHG Emissions from Ships (ISWG-GHG 17), discussions about a mid-term market-based measure are ongoing.