London Mayor warns of catastrophic climate impacts across Europe and the UK amid record heatwaves, condemning a rising tide of climate denial, political delay, and misinformation.
London mayor Sadiq Khan urged PM Andy Burnham's government to recommit to net zero and reduce oil and gas reliance amid extreme summer weather, as decisions on North Sea drilling loom.
The Yale Environmental Performance Index ranks Estonia first for its environmental efforts, followed by Luxembourg and the UK. While progress is noted in reducing air and water pollution, global action on climate change remains insufficient, with many countries off track for net-zero commitments.
Sir Paul Marshall's hedge fund, Marshall Wace, nearly tripled its fossil fuel investments to $2.8bn in Q1 2026, while cutting clean energy investments. Critics accuse Marshall of "cashing in on climate chaos" and using GB News to promote his financial interests.
Following Pauline Hanson's speech attacking multiculturalism, climate action, the UN, and the ABC/SBS, her poll numbers have stalled. Even One Nation supporters are reportedly concerned about her policy offerings. Guardian Australia and Essential Media discuss the impact of her pitch.
Leaders like Rishi Sunak have used the argument that their country's small share of global emissions (e.g., UK's 1%) justifies delaying climate action. However, scientists argue this ignores historical emissions and per capita contributions, and that wealthy nations have a greater capacity to cut pollution.
The UK government faces urgent calls for action against the climate crisis as June's highest temperature record was broken for the third consecutive day, with warnings of significant deaths, economic losses, and strain on infrastructure due to the worst heatwave in western Europe.
London Climate Action Week coincided with a severe European heatwave, exposing the continent's vulnerability and inadequate infrastructure for extreme temperatures. The article highlights the increasing frequency of such events, the challenges of adapting Europe's historic built environment, and the political and technical complexities of preparing for both heat and water extremes, warning of significant future consequences.
Europe is experiencing its second major heat wave, with France recording its hottest day ever and the UK issuing red alerts. The extreme heat has led to drownings, power outages, and infrastructure failures, prompting scientists to emphasize the undeniable link to climate change and call for urgent decarbonization.
The Green party and several trade unions have warned the Labour party against weakening its climate commitments, particularly on North Sea oil and gas drilling. They argue that such a move would lead to political failure and economic detriment, while other unions and figures advocate for continued drilling to protect jobs.
London Climate Action Week, aimed at discussing emission reductions, is instead illustrating the city's unpreparedness for extreme heat, with temperatures expected to reach 39°C (102°F), canceling events, and straining public health systems.
London Climate Action Week, a major green campaigners' gathering, faces disruptions due to a severe heatwave across the UK and Europe. Several events have been cancelled or impacted by train service disruptions, highlighting the real-world effects of climate change.
Labour leader Keir Starmer faces unprecedented opposition attacks on his climate and energy policies, a shift from past cross-party consensus. Kemi Badenoch and Reform party are challenging net zero targets, while internal Labour debates have watered down investment pledges. Experts argue this is a misreading of public support for climate action.
Fossil fuel companies like Aramco are increasingly using sports sponsorships, particularly in football, as a form of "sportswashing." This strategy aims to embed fossil fuels as a "necessary evil" to justify delaying climate action, despite widespread understanding of the climate crisis.
Electrification of vehicles, heating, cooling, and industry is proposed as a major step to replace fossil fuels and halve global energy demand. The strategy gained prominence at UN climate talks in Bonn, though negotiations were marred by disputes over climate science and the 1.5C goal.
Electrification of global energy use, including EVs and heating, is highlighted as crucial for phasing out fossil fuels. Turkey's environment minister is pushing for a target of 35% electricity use by 2035 at the upcoming Cop31 summit. However, UN climate talks in Bonn faced significant challenges, with disputes over climate science and the 1.5C goal.
A Conferência de Bonn sobre Mudanças Climáticas (SB64) encerrou com poucos avanços em temas centrais como adaptação e mitigação. Organizações da sociedade civil criticam a falta de consenso e o adiamento de decisões importantes, enquanto o WWF vê um foco crescente na implementação.
Despite President Trump's anti-climate policies, US development agencies like MCC, DFC, and EXIM Bank continue to fund climate-friendly projects globally, highlighting embedded climate action in economic activity.
Lee Chang-hoon, co-chair of South Korea's Presidential Commission on Climate Crisis Response, will attend London Climate Action Week 2026. The trip aims to promote South Korea's climate achievements and foster international cooperation.
Leaked documents reveal mining giant BHP has scaled back climate action, delaying emission reduction projects and renewables. Minister Chris Bowen insists polluters like BHP must cut onsite emissions, while MP Kate Chaney calls for reforms to the diesel tax credit scheme.
Leaked documents show mining giant BHP is delaying decarbonisation efforts in Western Australia, purchasing polluting trucks and scrapping greener facilities. Experts warn this could have global implications. The Pope also denounced AI.
Leaked documents reveal mining giant BHP is delaying decarbonisation efforts in Western Australia. Pope Francis has criticized AI, while Australia's David Pocock discusses a potential 'teal' political party. The world's longest golf course and other news are also covered.
Former Fridays for Future activists, who inspired millions with their school strikes starting in 2018, express feelings of betrayal as their calls for climate action remain largely unheeded, becoming symbols of greenwashing.
The UN General Assembly voted 141-8 in favor of a resolution urging states to transition away from fossil fuels, a move hailed by Vanuatu's PM as a "new chapter" in climate action. The resolution, co-sponsored by 90 countries, aims for net zero by 2050 but does not attribute responsibility to specific states.
