News about greenwashing on 2021-11-07
It one minute to midnight and the clock is ticking – The Island
The Sri Lankan Foreign Minister, Dr. A.K. Abdul Momen, has been honoured for delivering a memorial lecture on the death of Mr Lakshman Kadirgamar, one of the country’s finest sons. The BBC's Geeta Pandey spoke to Mr. Ali Sabry.
Source: island.lk
Published on 2021-11-07
Bees , sheep , crops : Solar developers tout multiple benefits
Scientists are developing a crop that offers forage for livestock and bees, butterflies and hummingbirds, according to reports from the US state of Minnesota. The plants could be able to return to the wild, thanks to solar energy.
Source: apnews.com
Published on 2021-11-07
Climate Change Denial Is Morphing into a More Dangerous Form of Misinformation
Climate denial has become the biggest threat to climate action, according to the former fossil fuels lobby. But what does it mean for those who claim it isn’t happening? The BBC’s Jeremy Hunt explains.
Source: diplomaticourier.com
Published on 2021-11-07
Community Scoop » Slow Food : COP26 Addresses Agriculture But Focuses On False Solutions
Slow Food International has called for a radical change in its approach to sustainable agriculture, following the collapse of the Confederation of Food and Drug Administration (Copom) in Brussels. The BBC's weekly The Boss series profiles different business leaders from around the world.
Source: community.scoop.co.nz
Published on 2021-11-07
COP26 : Could Brazil hold up climate talks for a third year in a row ?
The UN climate summit in Glasgow is expected to be held later this month, with the world's biggest gathering of the year starting on Monday. But what does this mean for the global economy and its ability to maintain a sustainable future?
Source: stuff.co.nz
Published on 2021-11-07
COP26 : Key takeaways from week 1 of the conference
A look at the world's biggest climate summit this week, and what happens to those affected by the coronavirus pandemic? The BBC’s weekly The Boss series profiles different nations from around the globe - from Northern Ireland to Canada.
Source: ctvnews.ca
Published on 2021-11-07
COP26 : Our future is at stake as the globe warms further
This year’s climate talks will be a crucial step towards ending the threat posed by the global warming. The BBC's Chris Stokel-Walker explains what it means for the world. Climate change is the last chance to save the planet.
Source: thestar.com.my
Published on 2021-11-07
COP26 : Warning SNP may have to redraw climate strategy after carbon capture snub
The Scottish prime minister has called on the UK government to back a plan for Scotland’s carbon reduction target by 2030, ahead of the COP26 climate summit in Glasgow next week. However, the SNP has been accused of failing to secure funding from Westminster.
Source: heraldscotland.com
Published on 2021-11-07
COP26 protesters in Glasgow push for action from leaders
Thousands of people have taken part in a climate change rally in the Glasgow city centre, ahead of the COP26 global summit in Paris on Saturday. Climate activists have said they are willing to take steps to tackle the problem.
Source: foxnews.com
Published on 2021-11-07
COP26 protests : Marchers from around the globe join Glasgow protests
Thousands of people have taken part in a youth climate march across Glasgow to raise awareness of the threat posed by the global warming crisis, which has left millions of pounds behind the world's largest economy.
Source: thenational.scot
Published on 2021-11-07
Could Oman hold the key to net zero emissions ?
In our series of letters from African journalists, Zeinab Mohammed Salih looks at the challenges facing climate change in the Middle East. Here is a look at what happens to the world’s greenhouse gases.In our latest series, we speak to scientists and engineers in Oman.
Source: omanobserver.om
Published on 2021-11-07
Glasgow Airport targeted by climate group Stay Grounded
Climate activists have taken part in a protest against airport expansions and greenwashing of aviation during the global climate emergency. Glasgow Airport is one of the few airports which have been affected by disruption across the UK.
Source: heraldscotland.com
Published on 2021-11-07
Glimmers of hope seen for global carbon market deal at COP26 | Hellenic Shipping News Worldwide
The summit of the UN's climate talks is expected to be held in Glasgow later this week, but a lack of agreement is still being discussed, writes the former BBC scientist Jonathan Marcus. Why is it so important?
Source: hellenicshippingnews.com
Published on 2021-11-07
Mark Carney on the financial world responsibility to help reach net - zero | The Current with Matt Galloway | Live Radio
This is a full transcript of the Canadian government’s decision to tighten up the bail system in the wake of an investigation into abuse in amateur sport in Toronto. Here is what happened to the people of Toronto and why they want to be given the go-ahead.
Source: cbc.ca
Published on 2021-11-07
Move to solar energy creating crop , economic opportunities
Scientists are developing a new crop that could help preserve pollinators from fossil fuels - thanks to solar energy, according to the National Farmers' Association (NANT) in the US state of Minnesota, in what is believed to be the world's first native sunflower.
Source: arkansasonline.com
Published on 2021-11-07
Net zero is not zero
Climate change is a key issue in our efforts to tackle the climate crisis, writes the BBC's Chris Stokel-Walker. Here is his guide to the future of agroecology, which aims to protect the environment from the effects of the pandemic.
Source: gulf-times.com
Published on 2021-11-07
No arm - twisting : Kerry says corporates back plan to cut CO2
The US has announced a plan to encourage companies to use their purchasing powers to reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere to tackle climate change, according to US officials and the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Geneva, Switzerland.
Source: helenair.com
Published on 2021-11-07
POLITICO Playbook : What happens in Vegas …
It’s a comedy that makes it really worth watching. But when it comes to Donald Trump, the show is going to get another twist in the political landscape of the US state of Ohio, where he has been elected governor-elect.
Source: politico.com
Published on 2021-11-07
The Aussies tackling a booming market that banks cant crack
It’s a huge opportunity for investors to raise their own carbon footprint during the 26th anniversary of the COP26 climate change summit, which takes place in Buenos Aires, the world's second largest gathering of carbon credits.
Source: afr.com
Published on 2021-11-07
With COP26 credibility at stake , some urge ratcheting up schedule - SABC News - Breaking news , special reports , world , business , sport coverage of all South African current events . Africa news leader .
The first week of the UN climate talks has been a fierce battle for credibility, according to China’s Chinese delegate, Gao Xiang. Climate activists have been accused of repeatedly breaking promises, and environmental campaigners have said they are angry.
Source: sabcnews.com
Published on 2021-11-07
With COP26 credibility at stake , some urge ratcheting up schedule By Reuters
In our series of letters from African journalists, the BBC’s Mark John looks at the challenges facing the U.N. climate talks in Glasgow, where they are fighting a battle for credibility, and why their negotiations have failed.
Source: investing.com
Published on 2021-11-07
With net zero comes brand zero , a marketing move with an inconvenient truth
In an age of greenwashing, it’s tempting to be cynical about the actions of some brand custodians as the race for environmental purity gathers pace, writes Tom de Castella in a series of letters from the BBC's The Boss.
Source: mumbrella.com.au
Published on 2021-11-07