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Weakening The EU 2040 Target Would Fail To Deliver Clear Signal To Businesses & Consumers
EU government ministers have agreed on a watered-down 2040 emissions reduction target of 85%, inclusive of reliance on offsets. EU ministers have agreed on a weakened 2040 climate goal. The reduced target of 85%, along with the provision that up to 5% of that reduction can be achieved by international … [continued]
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EU Transport Plan Sets Out First Steps To Boost Green Fuel Production For Planes & Ships
‘STIP’ diagnoses the problems for decarbonising planes and ships, but there is an urgency to act now, says T&E. The Sustainable Transport Investment Plan (STIP) published today contains promising steps to boost e-fuels production, T&E has said. But the EU needs to follow through rapidly if it is to retain its industrial … [continued]
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Policy Moving Forward: Reversing Protectionism Targeting Cleantech
Last week, Carolyn Fortuna had an interesting article on Kamala Harris. Within that article, Harris had a quote that asked an important question: “Why. Didn’t. I. Separate. Myself. From. Joe. Biden?” Overall, the most obvious answer to that question was that she didn’t have much time. Introducing ideas takes time, … [continued]
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€500 Million Green Loan Signed For 315 MW Offshore Wind Farm
The European Investment Bank (EIB) has signed a €500 million green loan to Iberdrola with backing from the Spanish export credit agency, Cesce. Iberdrola is the largest electric utility in Europe, employing over 45,000 people. The Windanker offshore wind farm will have 315 MW of capacity when completed. It is … [continued]
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China’s Direct Assault On Japan’s Most “Domestic” Automotive Segment
For years, Japan’s unique kei car segment has been considered untouchable territory, a sanctuary reserved exclusively for domestic automotive giants like Suzuki, Daihatsu, Nissan, and Honda. These affordable, boxy minivehicles have become vital to daily life across Japan, representing the backbone of personal transportation in dense urban centers and rural … [continued]
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