Ed Miliband, praised for rapidly decarbonizing the UK's power sector as Energy Secretary under Keir Starmer, has moved to the Foreign Office. Despite right-wing and internal attacks, his policies secured record renewables contracts and investment, though challenges like rising fossil fuel prices and grid investment remain.
The European Commission is betting that fossil fuel companies will continue exporting to Europe despite new methane emission rules, offering a three-year grace period for penalties. Industry warns of supply diversion, but the Commission believes high profits and new guidelines will ensure compliance, amidst rising energy prices from the Strait of Hormuz closure.
US experts see big-box stores and shopping malls as untapped solar power potential, capable of generating half their annual electricity needs. This shift could reduce fossil fuel reliance, cut emissions, save companies millions, and create local jobs, despite challenges like regulations and roof integrity.
Andy Burnham, set to become Britain's sixth prime minister in a decade, will stress the need for honesty about the country's challenges. He plans measures to ease the cost of living, potentially including reduced energy bills and lower bus fares, alongside increased North Sea fossil fuel drilling despite environmental backlash.
US President Donald Trump claimed Aberdeen residents would celebrate reports that incoming UK PM Andy Burnham might back new North Sea oil and gas drilling, despite Burnham not confirming the reports. Trump also criticized wind power.
The Bank of England will no longer accept thermal coal-linked bonds as collateral for loans to commercial banks starting October, citing financial risks from the shift to net zero. Climate campaigners hail the move as a victory, hoping it pressures banks to divest from polluting assets.
Matt Shea's documentary explores how crypto billionaires seek to bypass traditional democratic systems, influencing politics and law through wealth and new digital nations like Liberland, with figures like Justin Sun and Donald Trump Jr. involved.
The AI boom is driving massive demand for energy, leading to a resurgence in fossil fuels. Renewable energy advocates are pushing for data centers to be powered by clean sources, facing challenges as wind and solar construction can't keep pace with demand. Several states are enacting legislation to ensure data centers meet renewable energy benchmarks.
The Port of Rotterdam, Europe's largest for freight and a major energy/chemicals hub, faces pressure to transition from fossil fuels to green operations. Environmental groups are suing, demanding a concrete phase-out plan, while the Port Authority aims for net-zero by mid-century but faces challenges with industry relocation and infrastructure.
The UK is experiencing its third heatwave of the year, with temperatures exceeding 35C and record-breaking heat across Europe. Health services are strained, schools closed, and businesses like supermarkets face operational challenges due to extreme heat.
A new round of bombing in the Middle East, following a U.S.-Israeli war with Iran, has accelerated the global adoption of solar, batteries, and electric vehicles. Countries in Asia and Africa are reducing dependence on fossil fuels due to supply and price precarity, with China leading exports of renewable tech and EVs.
Oil prices jumped nearly 6% to over $80 a barrel after attacks on tankers near the Strait of Hormuz led to the collapse of a ceasefire deal with Iran. UK bonds experienced their worst day since March, and the FTSE 100 fell, while oil giants BP and Shell saw gains.
The UK's Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) program, projected to cost £264bn by 2050, is criticized as a 'white elephant' that will increase emissions and costs. Experts argue it's driven by fossil fuel industry lobbying, not climate necessity, with alternatives like renewables and battery storage being more viable and cost-effective.
Despite escalating global heatwaves and scientific warnings, major oil companies are planning significant increases in fossil fuel production, prioritizing shareholder profits over climate goals. This expansion contradicts Paris Agreement targets and exacerbates the climate crisis.
Thunderstorms and strong winds killed at least 15 people and injured 275 in central China's Hubei province. Meanwhile, heavy rains and flooding in southern Guangxi killed two more, prompting evacuations and a highest-level emergency response.
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.
Labour faces a race against time to meet its 2030 target of a virtually zero-carbon electricity system. Despite approving renewables at double the Conservative rate, hurdles in planning and grid connections mean the goal may be pushed to 2035. Experts warn of 'real world' risks impacting complex infrastructure delivery.
A new report indicates that homes with heat pumps can see a sales price increase of 0.6% to 1%, translating to $2,300-$3,900. Homeowners may recoup up to 25% of the heat pump's cost by highlighting it in listings, driven by economic benefits and energy efficiency.
A Chinese outdoor prototype uses a novel photothermal material to desalinate seawater with 90.2% solar absorption and 45.7% less energy, irrigating 5 sqm of farmland solely via sunlight, promising lower costs than bottled water at scale.
The Greens and David Pocock support a parliamentary inquiry into fossil fuel industry's influence in schools and sports via sponsorships, as exposed by Comms Declare's report highlighting 260+ programs potentially 'petro-grooming' children.
European cities are implementing strategies like organized check-ins for vulnerable residents, repurposing public buildings as climate shelters, and increasing urban green spaces to combat extreme heatwaves exacerbated by fossil fuel pollution.
A severe heatwave grips Europe, with France reporting four toddler deaths and over 55 drownings. Millions face extreme temperatures, with scientists linking the crisis to climate change. The UK breaks heat records, and hospitals declare critical incidents.
A review of 20 fans, including pedestal, bladeless, tower, desk, and evaporative coolers, highlighting energy efficiency, noise, and cooling performance, with the AirCraft Lume standing out as the best overall for its balance of power and quiet operation.
Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe warns carmakers prioritizing fossil fuel profits risk falling technologically behind by the decade's end, emphasizing critical investments in EV software. He notes many US and European firms have delayed EV transitions, with some writing off billions, while Rivian focuses on digital tech and its new R2 SUV.
