Tag

Fossil Fuels

All articles tagged with #fossil fuels

law5 days ago•3 min saved

High court to decide fate of Boulder climate liability against oil majors

The Supreme Court will hear Boulder’s climate-liability suit against ExxonMobil and Suncor, marking the first high‑court review of local climate accountability cases. A ruling for the oil companies could preempt state claims and void similar suits, while a decision in Boulder’s favor would bolster climate-liability litigation nationwide. The Court’s ruling will hinge on federal preemption and jurisdiction, with recent EPA rollbacks potentially complicating the legal landscape.

via The Guardian|

#boulder-colorado #climate-accountability #federal-preemption

law5 days ago•1 min saved

Supreme Court Takes Up Oil Giants' Climate Liability in Boulder Case

The Supreme Court agreed to hear a Boulder, Colorado climate lawsuit against Exxon Mobil and Suncor, a case that could reshape how state courts hear dozens of similar actions against fossil-fuel companies over climate damages and consumer fraud allegations—none of which have yet gone to trial.

via The New York Times|

#climate-change #exxonmobil #fossil-fuels

business1 month ago•4 min saved

Gates Foundation's fossil-fuel bets rebound to $254m in 2024

Guardian analysis shows the Gates Foundation Trust held about $254 million in fossil-fuel extractors in 2024, a nine-year high and up 21% since 2016, signaling a rebound in exposure despite Bill Gates’ 2019 pledge to divest. The trust’s 2024 holdings include Glencore, BP, Occidental Petroleum, Inpex and Equinor, with growth partly driven by stock-price moves and new stakes after earlier rapid divestment; the piece notes the tension between philanthropy and climate commitments as the portfolio remains meaningfully exposed to upstream fossil fuels.

via The Guardian|

#business #climate-change #divestment

environment1 month ago•1 min saved

Trump Era Pushes Fossil Fuels, Worsens Global Warming

The Trump administration prioritizes fossil-fuel expansion, withdrawal from the main international climate treaty, and curbing clean energy, a mix that scientists say will worsen warming and has coincided with a 1.9% rise in U.S. greenhouse gas emissions after he returned to office.

via The New York Times|

#climate-change #emissions #environment

world1 month ago•3 min saved

Indian Authorities Crack Down on Environmental Activists Over Anti-Fossil Fuel Campaigns

Indian police raided the home of environmental activist Harjeet Singh over allegations of foreign funding and promoting a fossil fuel non-proliferation treaty, amid broader crackdowns on civil society organizations in India, with authorities claiming the activities could threaten national energy security.

via The Guardian|

#climate-campaign #environmental-activists #fossil-fuels

world1 month ago•6 min saved

2026 Energy Outlook: Key Trends and Predictions

The article discusses the ongoing global debate over transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable energy, highlighting efforts like the proposed road maps for a just and orderly energy transition, the geopolitical tensions between petro-states and electro-states, and the key developments expected in 2026, including negotiations at COP31 and initiatives by countries like Brazil, Norway, and the EU.

via The Conversation|

#cop30 #energy-transition #fossil-fuels

energy1 month ago•4 min saved

Southeast Asia's Renewable Energy Shift and Climate Goals

Southeast Asian countries like Vietnam, the Philippines, and Indonesia are gradually shifting from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources, supported by policy reforms and significant investments, including a $4.6 billion influx in 2024, aiming to reduce emissions and meet ambitious renewable energy targets by 2030 and 2040.

via Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com|

#climate-change #energy #energy-transition

environment1 month ago•0 min saved

Revolutionizing Energy: A Petroleum-Free Gas Alternative

The article discusses a new gas alternative that aims to replace fossil fuels without using petroleum, promoting sustainable energy solutions and reducing environmental impact.

via bgr.com|

#environment #environmental-impact #fossil-fuels

climate-change2 months ago•4 min saved

2025's record heat and disasters highlight urgent climate action needs

Scientists report that 2025 was one of the three hottest years on record, surpassing the critical 1.5°C warming threshold set by the Paris Agreement, largely due to human activities like burning fossil fuels, leading to severe weather events and increased climate risks worldwide.

via CBS News|

#2025 #climate-change #extreme-weather

environment2 months ago•4 min saved

2025: A Record Year of Climate Disasters and Resilience

Scientists report that 2025 was one of the three hottest years on record, with climate change driven by human activities, especially fossil fuel burning, leading to severe weather events and surpassing the 1.5°C warming threshold set by the Paris Agreement, highlighting the urgent need for global action.

via ABC News|

#2025-hottest-years #climate-change #environment

politics2 months ago•6 min saved

Michigan and U.S. Climate Initiatives Face Funding Cuts and Setbacks

Michigan has lost approximately $540 million in climate-related federal grants and seen a reversal in green manufacturing investments due to shifts in federal policies under the Trump administration, which has canceled or frozen numerous clean energy projects and funding, favoring fossil fuel development and nuclear energy instead.

via ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4|

#climate-grants #electric-vehicles #federal-funding

business2 months ago•4 min saved

Aircraft Engines and Fuel Cells Accelerate AI Data Center Power

Data centres are increasingly turning to aircraft engines and fossil fuel generators to power AI operations due to delays in grid connection and supply chain issues, leading to a surge in demand for aeroderivative turbines and diesel generators, despite concerns over emissions and higher costs.

via Financial Times|

#ai-boom #aircraft-engines #business

energy-and-politics2 months ago•9 min saved

US faces power crisis amid legislative gridlock on energy and AI infrastructure

Congress is working on a bill to streamline permitting for energy projects to address rising power prices and supply issues, but political disagreements and partisan tensions, especially involving President Trump’s stance, are complicating efforts to pass comprehensive reform.

via Politico|

#bipartisan-legislation #energy-and-politics #energy-projects

business2 months ago•4 min saved

BP Appoints New CEO Amid Leadership Shakeup and Strategic Shift

Meg O’Neill, a seasoned energy executive and the first female CEO of BP, is seen as a transformative leader poised to steer BP away from green energy and back towards fossil fuel production, leveraging her extensive experience in the oil industry and her reputation as a 'hard-nosed' outsider.

via The Guardian|

#bp #business #energy-transition

environment2 months ago•2 min saved

Detailed Maps and Data Reveal America's Major CO₂ Emission Sources

Researchers have developed a highly detailed map of CO2 emissions across the U.S. for 2022, highlighting major pollution hotspots, especially in densely populated areas, amidst threats to federal emissions tracking programs. The Vulcan dataset provides critical data that could help fill gaps if federal reporting is reduced, despite funding and policy challenges.

via Gizmodo|

#carbon-emissions #climate-change #environment