Green hydrogen is branded a zero-carbon superfuel. But at the behest of big energy firms, new subsidies could go to a product with a much different climate profile. The promise of a powerful new fuel that can be used to run such things as steel mills or heavy construction equipment without any greenhouse gas emissions […]
‘Fight climate change, not each other,’ says UAE COP28 leader to activists – EQ Mag
The United Arab Emirates’ pick to lead the upcoming COP28 climate talks in Dubai called on the world to fight climate change, not each other, addressing the anger activists felt over his selection. Sultan al-Jaber, the CEO of Abu Dhabi National Oil Co., also described the upcoming United Nations negotiations as an unprecedented opportunity to […]
Green credit programme will help mitigate climate change and ensure ecosystem sustainability – EQ Mag
Fighting Climate Change: Ruthenium Complexes for Carbon Dioxide Reduction to Valuable Chemicals – EQ Mag
A novel technology facilitates hydride transfer to carbon dioxide, converting it into formic acid at a high turnover number Excessive use of fossil fuels leads to undesired carbon dioxide (CO2) generation, accelerating climate change. One way to tackle this is by converting CO2 into value-added chemicals. On this front, researchers have recentlyutilized a novel redox […]
Study links use of electric vehicles with lower air pollution, better health – EQ Mag
Washington [US] : Electric vehicles are touted as a crucial tool for reducing emissions and combating climate change, but research on the dual advantages of lower air pollution and better health has been largely speculative. A team of researchers from the Keck School of Medicine of USC have now begun to document the actual impact […]
CO2 removal solutions: A buyer’s perspective – EQ Mag
As climate change impact becomes increasingly apparent, the adoption of decarbonization commitments is accelerating. Companies are acting rapidly and decisively to reduce greenhouse-gas emissions and neutralize residual emissions. It’s becoming clear that keeping the rise in global temperatures below 1.5°C will need an increased focus on CO2 removal (CDR)—taking CO2 out of the atmosphere through […]
Net zero: Next moves for CEOs – EQ Mag
How leaders can invest in a sustainable future and navigate near-term energy pressures successfully. Net zero doesn’t have to mean zero sum. In this episode of The McKinsey Podcast, McKinsey partner Anna Moore and senior partner Humayun Tai talk to global editorial director Lucia Rahilly about the “devilish duality” leaders have faced since the outbreak […]
How solar-powered refrigerators slow down climate change – EQ Mag
Installing solar-powered refrigerators in developing countries can reduce hunger Food loss and waste are major problems around the world. When food is tossed aside or allowed to spoil, it makes economies less productive and leaves people hungry. It also harms Earth’s climate by generating methane, a potent greenhouse gas. Food loss and waste accounts for […]
Installing solar-powered refrigerators in developing countries is an effective way to reduce hunger and slow climate change – EQ Mag
Boston (US) : Food loss and waste are major problems around the world. When food is tossed aside or allowed to spoil, it makes economies less productive and leaves people hungry. It also harms Earth’s climate by generating methane, a potent greenhouse gas. Food loss and waste accounts for 4% of global greenhouse gas emissions. […]
India key partner in fight against Climate Change: EU climate chief – EQ Mag
As international locations start making ready for a crucial yr for local weather motion, the European Union sees India as an necessary associate for enterprise measures to deal with local weather change and decelerate international warming, Frans Timmermans, man accountable for European Green Deal, has mentioned. There was a “actual change” within the relationship between […]