Key Impact Points Overview As the world grapples with the escalating climate crisis, Climate Week NYC 2024 promises to deliver a wide array of events aimed at accelerating global climate action. Set to take place in September 2024, this year’s event will feature ten key themes, ranging from Energy and
Key Impact Points Overview A recent report from BloombergNEF (BNEF) revealed that more than 40% of the world’s electricity was generated from zero-carbon sources for the first time in 2023. Renewable energy technologies such as wind and solar contributed 17% to global electricity generation, while hydroelectric and nuclear power made
Key Impact Points Overview The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is spearheading a comprehensive climate finance strategy for the Philippines, designed to address the country’s increasing need for financial solutions to combat climate change. This initiative, supported by the Climate Finance Network (CFN) and Accelerating Green and Climate Finance (AGCF)
Key Impact Points Overview As the 2024 presidential election approaches, the energy policies of the candidates are becoming a focal point of debate. With energy independence, climate change, and economic growth at stake, the next president’s agenda will significantly shape America’s energy future. This analysis breaks down the energy agendas
Key Impact Points Overview China continues to expand its influence in global finance with the listing of a renminbi-denominated bond on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. Issued by the Bank of China (BOC), this bond is the first of its kind to be listed in Frankfurt and is dedicated to funding
Key Impact Points Overview The global expansion of artificial intelligence is just beginning, and while its potential benefits are vast, so are the environmental challenges it presents. In 2023 alone, big tech companies invested an estimated $105 billion into building and leasing data centers—the powerful, energy-hungry hubs that drive A.I.
Key Impact Points Overview While many countries have pledged to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions, the effectiveness of the policies they adopt often remains uncertain. A recent study conducted by Stechemesser et al. provides a comprehensive evaluation of 1,500 climate policies implemented globally between 1998 and 2022. The study identified
Article Written by Tim Mohin To say the SEC’s Climate Rule has gone through the wringer would be an understatement. The policy has faced fierce opposition from the start. This week, however, there has been an upswell of support in the form of “amicus briefs” (friend of the court filings)
Key Impact Points: Why it matters As the world faces increasing challenges from geopolitical conflicts, climate change, and social inequalities, UN Secretary-General António Guterres has set an ambitious agenda for 2024. His focus: peace in all its forms—global security, social justice, and environmental sustainability. Responding to Crises and Conflicts The
Key Impact Points: Marsh Unveils Groundbreaking Insurance Solution for CO2 Transport and Storage Marsh, a global leader in insurance brokering and risk advisory, has announced the launch of a first-of-its-kind insurance solution tailored specifically for the transportation and storage of carbon dioxide (CO2). This innovative solution is designed to address
