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Friends of the Earth International calls for an immediate transition from a pollutant-heavy energy system to a decentralized, people-led model. The statement rejects 'false solutions' like carbon capture and argues that developed nations must take primary responsibility for emissions reductions and financial transfers to the Global South to ensure a just transition.

Friends of the Earth International calls for a transition from 'Dirty Energy'—including fossil fuels, nuclear power, and large-scale hydropower—to decentralized, people-centered community energy. The statement criticizes 'false solutions' like BECCS and carbon offsets, highlighting the disproportionate responsibility of the global North for emissions and the need for a just transition that includes significant financial flows to the global South.

The document outlines six key actions for regional governments to decarbonize mobility: expanding electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, electrifying commercial and government fleets, implementing clean vehicle manufacturing standards, improving freight delivery efficiency, investing in public transit, and promoting non-motorized travel alternatives.

SEI scientists Peter Erickson and Michael Lazarus argue that limiting fossil fuel supply, specifically high-cost and high-emissions oil in California, is essential for solving the climate crisis. They contend that reducing production helps avoid stranded assets and that California's projected decrease in oil demand by 2030 allows for a production phase-down without increasing oil imports.

The guide explains the mechanisms of GHG reporting for corporations and utilities, detailing the GHG Protocol's three scopes of emissions. It specifically examines Scope 2 accounting, contrasting location-based and market-based methods and emphasizing the importance of supplier-specific emission factors provided by utilities. The document also outlines the reporting requirements for utilities, such as those under The Climate Registry, and discusses the differences between GHG accounting and renewable energy accounting.

The 2018 Talanoa Dialogue, facilitated by the Fijian and Polish presidencies, aims to raise climate ambition by taking stock of progress toward the Paris Agreement and informing 2020 Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). The process uses a non-adversarial, story-based methodology to foster consensus. NHRIs and civil society are encouraged to provide actionable, positive inputs that link climate action to human rights, including gender equality, indigenous peoples' rights, and just transitions. The dialogue consists of preparatory phases (online submissions and in-session dialogues) and a final political phase at COP-24 in Katowice, Poland.

The study assesses the 2018 heatwave in Northern Europe using observational data and climate models to determine the role of human-induced warming. It finds that the probability of such an event has increased across the region, with the most significant increases in probability estimated in Ireland, Denmark, and the Netherlands. While the heat was most extreme in the high Arctic (northern Finland), where it exceeded historical records, the risk ratio was more easily quantified in southern regions. The authors conclude that anthropogenic climate change made these heatwaves more likely, though the exact magnitude of the increase is harder to quantify in Scandinavia due to high natural variability.

The author examines the tension between maintaining the US-led 'nuclear sharing' system and pursuing European strategic autonomy. While some propose a Franco-German nuclear cooperation to replace the US umbrella, the author warns against European militarism and instead advocates for a diplomatic strategy of preventive denuclearization, drawing on the Rapacki Plan to reduce nuclear stockpiles in Europe and move toward a world without nuclear weapons.

The report examines seven international examples of soil remediation financing, ranging from federal programs like the US Superfund to private equity funds like Ginkgo Fund I. It identifies that while the 'polluter pays' principle is a common legal baseline, its implementation varies, often requiring public grants or innovative funds to bridge funding gaps. Key findings highlight that urban sites with high redevelopment potential are more likely to attract private investment, whereas rural or highly toxic sites often rely on general fiscal revenue or industry-wide voluntary funds. The report concludes that there is no uniform approach to financing, and the choice of instrument must be fit-for-purpose based on the site's socioeconomic context and revenue potential.

The Copenhagen Centre on Energy Efficiency serves as the energy efficiency hub for Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL), focusing on creating and disseminating knowledge to scale energy efficiency actions globally. The Centre operates as a collaborating centre of the UN Environment Programme and part of the UNEP-DTU Partnership. Its primary activities include providing technical assistance to cities and countries, supporting the SEforALL Global Energy Efficiency Accelerator Platform across sectors such as buildings, industry, and transport, and co-hosting the EE Global Forum to increase momentum for energy efficiency as a primary driver of the clean energy transition and Sustainable Development Goal 7.

The study concludes that the EU could achieve greenhouse gas reductions of -55% to -62% below 1990 levels by 2030 by scaling best practice policies from member states like Denmark and Germany. Key levers include a faster coal exit, increased electrical energy efficiency, deeper building renovations, and higher emissions standards for transport. Implementing these measures could reduce energy demand by nearly 45% below 2007 levels and increase renewable energy's share of total final energy demand to 45%, suggesting that political will, rather than technical capacity, is the primary barrier to more ambitious targets.

The report analyzes 23 green bonds totaling USD 15.1bn issued in Q4 2017. It finds that USD green bonds generally achieve higher oversubscription and tighter pricing relative to initial price thoughts than vanilla bonds, while EUR green bonds perform similarly. Approximately 44% of allocations went to green investors. The 'greenium' (pricing inside the yield curve) was observed in only half of a limited sample of six bonds, indicating that a new issue premium is not always avoided. In the secondary market, over half of EUR green bonds outperformed their indices after 28 days, whereas USD green bonds lagged.

The report argues that the UK is on track to phase out coal by 2025 without needing new large gas plants. It finds that renewables, particularly offshore wind, and increased electricity imports via interconnectors will replace coal generation. Analysis of the Capacity Market shows that coal is being replaced by batteries, demand-side response, and small peaking gas plants rather than large combined cycle gas turbines (CCGTs). The report suggests that new large gas plants are incompatible with climate targets and would be unnecessarily costly due to low required load factors.

The Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment and a coalition of organizations argue that voluntary measures to reduce lead exposure are insufficient. They cite scientific evidence that no safe level of lead exposure exists, particularly for children and Indigenous communities who rely on traditional hunting and fishing. The statement calls for a phased ban on lead ammunition and fishing tackle, a revision of Health Canada's blood lead intervention thresholds, and financial support for Indigenous communities transitioning to non-toxic alternatives.

The Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment and a coalition of organizations argue that voluntary measures to reduce lead in ammunition and fishing gear are ineffective. They cite scientific evidence that no safe level of lead exposure exists, posing severe risks to children and wildlife. The document highlights the particular vulnerability of Indigenous communities in Nunavik and James Bay and urges the government to phase out lead products, update Health Canada's blood lead guidelines, and provide financial assistance for Indigenous communities to transition to non-lead alternatives.

The author argues that opposition to immigration is a pervasive popular movement across Europe, regardless of a country's ethnic homogeneity or immigration policy. This trend is contributing to political polarization and a potential 'de-democratization' process, particularly as it aligns with skepticism toward supranational solutions like the EU. The text highlights a divide between 'new' and 'old' Europe, noting that some Eastern European countries lack the same norms of tolerance as Western Europe, which influences their resistance to EU refugee quotas.

The paper examines the Spanish light-duty vehicle market to determine how consumer behaviour—specifically whether they make 'absolute' or 'relative' decisions—influences the effectiveness of energy efficiency labels and financial incentives. Using the Quantity Based Demand System (QBDS), the authors calculate price elasticities of demand to show that the sensitivity of consumers to price changes varies depending on whether they seek the most efficient car in the entire market or the most efficient car within a specific segment. The study concludes that a mixed labelling scheme may be the most effective way to address diverse consumer behaviours.

The report evaluates ten climate solutions across five European countries, finding a total abatement potential of 149 Mt CO2eq by 2030, representing 13% of the region's projected emissions. Energy efficiency in buildings and industry are identified as the most cost-effective solutions, offering net savings, while onshore wind and solar power provide significant potential, particularly in the Baltic states. The study highlights that while Poland and Ukraine offer the highest absolute abatement, the relative impact is greater in Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. Key barriers include policies favoring fossil fuels and market uncertainty, while enablers include EU regulations and declining renewable technology costs.

The author contends that the current international refugee system is under severe strain and fails to protect those displaced by climate change because they do not meet the 1951 Convention's definition of fleeing political persecution. To address this, the document proposes five steps: reforming the UN Refugee Agency's budgeting to be more predictable and binding; drafting a new legal treaty with a modernized definition of refugees; establishing a review mechanism for country accountability based on the Montreal Protocol model; utilizing digital technologies like blockchain for identification and banking; and integrating refugees into sustainable global value chains. The author calls for leadership from Canada and Denmark to drive these reforms within the UN system.

Ørsted has committed to reducing its greenhouse gas emission intensity from energy production by 96% by 2023 compared to a 2006 base-year, a target approved by the Science Based Targets initiative. To achieve this, the company is divesting from oil and gas, phasing out coal by 2023, and expanding offshore wind capacity to a target of 11-12 GW by 2025. Ørsted reports that it has already reduced GHG emissions intensity by 67% since 2006 and has reduced coal consumption by 82% in the same period.