CLIMATE LEGISLATION
France President Macron dissolves French parliament, calls a snap election after defeat in EU vote
The announcement came after the first projected results from France put the far-right National Rally party well ahead in the European Union's parliamentary elections, handing a chastening loss to Macron's pro-European centrists, according to French opinion poll institutes.
Climate change: Cos need some big changes on compliances
World Environment Day holds significance for companies amidst climate change. India Inc's environmental compliance record shows room for improvement. Only 122 of the top 1,000 companies disclosed conducting EIAs in their FY23 reports sourced from Prime Database.
China plans new carbon measurement standards to boost climate efforts
China announced plans to implement a new carbon footprint management system by 2027 to measure the carbon content of key products, aiming to meet climate goals and global carbon standards.
Provide compensation to families of those killed in heatwave: Rajasthan HC to govt
The Rajasthan High Court directed the state government to provide compensation to dependents of heatwave victims and emphasized declaring heatwaves and cold waves as national calamities.
EU industry chief urges US to pass new tech rules, foster shared digital market
EU's industry chief calls for new tech regulations for global digital market. Leading in tech regulation with DMA and AI Act. U.S. facing antitrust lawsuit against Apple by Department of Justice.
What is 'Net Zero', anyway? A short history of a monumental concept
The G7 leaders recently committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2050, with the Albanese government in Australia introducing legislation to create a Net Zero Economy Authority to drive investment in clean energy. The concept of net zero, aiming to balance carbon emissions with carbon sinks, emerged from early climate negotiations in the 1990s. It gained traction in the late 2000s as a metric for assessing mitigation efforts and became a key goal of the 2015 Paris Agreement. However, challenges remain in ensuring fairness and equity between developed and developing nations, and in avoiding greenwashing by corporations.
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BJP went back on Sixth Schedule promise, will continue movement till demands are met: Sonam Wangchuk
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk led a 21-day fast in sub-zero temperatures in March this year, seeking autonomy for Ladakh. The protesters, who were inspired by actor Aamir Khan's character Rancho in Bollywood blockbuster "3 Idiots," argued that the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution should protect the mountains, glaciers, and ecology of Ladakh. Wangchuk said that locals are concerned that without safeguards, their lands will be taken over by corporates and outsiders who may not respect the environment in the ecologically sensitive Himalayan region.
How to treat extended producers' responsibility in insolvency?
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) makes the producers i.e., manufacturers, assembler, importer, or a seller of the goods, responsible for the entire life cycle of their goods.
The White House’s green trade war is just getting started
The latest US actions reflect a strategic shift in trade policy and considerations of carbon dumping, EU engagement, and national security implications.
Biden and Trump offer worlds-apart contrasts on issues in 2024's rare contest between two presidents
Joe Biden and Donald Trump are two presidents who have tasks left incomplete and a strong desire to complete them. Their histories and proposals regarding abortion, immigration, taxes, and foreign conflicts - and more - make it clear that the candidate elected in November will aim to influence the American society in unique ways.
Courts worldwide increasingly recognise climate action as a human right
Courts globally, including India's Supreme Court and the European Court of Human Rights, are recognizing climate action as a fundamental human right. Activists are turning to courts to push governments to enact laws protecting citizens from climate change. Courts are imposing penalties and issuing directives to compel climate action, highlighting the need for stronger legal frameworks. Recent landmark verdicts emphasize balancing conservation efforts with climate change mitigation. Young people are also joining climate activism, emphasizing the urgency for action to tackle the climate crisis.
Can climate cafes help ease the anxiety of planetary crisis?
Many of the climate cafes are free and open to the public, but some have been convened especially for librarians, therapists and other professionals.
EU poised to OK major plan to meet climate goals and better protect nature despite farmer protests
The European Union is set to approve the Nature Restoration Law, a key part of the European Green Deal. The plan aims to establish ambitious climate and biodiversity targets. Despite facing opposition and being diluted, it is seen as a step towards addressing climate change and protecting nature. However, concerns about additional rules and economic competitiveness have been raised.
View: Dirtier business around democracy and climate politics set to collide in 2024
Over the next year, elections in countries with 40% of the world's people and emissions will shape climate policies. Some places may push for cleaner energy, but others might resist. A review of crucial upcoming events follows. India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi has pledged 500 gigawatts of renewables by 2030, while President Joko Widodo of Indonesia committed to a $20 billion agreement to retire the country's coal generators ahead of schedule.
ZPM cabinet sworn in Mizoram at Raj Bhavan complex
The Zoram People's Movement (ZPM) cabinet, led by Chief Minister Lalduhoma, took oath in Mizoram. Seven Cabinet Ministers and four Ministers of State were sworn in during the ceremony at the Raj Bhavan complex in Aizawl. Chief Minister Lalduhoma has taken charge of multiple key departments, including Finance, Planning, and Programme Implementation.
COP28: Hillary Clinton advocates climate resilience in India, calls for unified local solutions to fight climate change
"So extreme heat has to be viewed as one of the most dangerous results of changing climate, especially in India. It is happening, and we know it's happening. And while we race to find big changes and transitions, we have to worry about what's happening on the ground with so many millions of people, especially women in India," Clinton said.
Why hold UN climate talks 28 times? Do they even matter?
So why bother? Even many climate watchers sometimes ask that question, and there is a growing debate about whether the current process needs major reforms. But viewed with a long lens — and with the proviso that progress is often more of a slow trickle than a dramatic event and impact — there are many reasons that the talks can prove worthwhile.
Apple is not passing on costs of climate goals to consumers: VP Lisa Jackson
Apple, with a roughly $2.8 trillion market capitalization, which makes it the world's most valuable publicly traded company, wants to show a way forward that can apply to other businesses, Jackson said.
Apple is not passing on costs of climate goals to consumers, exec says
"We don't factor in a premium to take care of the work that we're doing," Apple Vice President Lisa Jackson said in an interview with Reuters Editor-in-Chief Alessandra Galloni.
How central banks should navigate the climate change crisis
Nowhere is the compromise between their swadharma and new responsibilities due to climate change more evident than in monetary policy. The question we need to ask ourselves is: should already-burdened central banks jump into an arena outside their direct remit? Even if there is a tangential case for policy intervention - from the perspective of what climate change means for financial stability - how should central banks approach it?
US can learn from India about managing climate change: Ambassador Eric Garcetti
The Ambassador said extreme weather creates incalculable damage to infrastructure across the world and access to food, to shelter to health care and transportation are all impacted.
How oil companies put the responsibility for climate change on consumers
The political response to the climate crisis is inadequate due to the influence of fossil fuel interests on decision-makers and the greenwashing strategies employed by polluting industries. These industries discredit ecological issues and convince people that their activities are compatible with managing the climate crisis. They also place the responsibility for climate change on individuals, shifting the burden away from themselves.
Women's contribution in agri-food systems not recognised; need to change this story: President Murmu
President Droupadi Murmu emphasized the need to recognize women's contributions in agri-food systems and address the structural inequality they face. She highlighted that discriminatory social norms and barriers to knowledge, resources, and social networks hold women back from assuming decision-making roles in agriculture.
Coal-fired contradictions: Why climate action needs a circuit breaker
China, despite being the world leader in renewable energy investment, continues to build new coal power plants at a rapid rate. This contradiction is not unique to China, as countries like Japan, India, Indonesia, and Vietnam also face similar challenges. The slow progress in decarbonization is often attributed to a lack of political will and low public awareness. To address this, there is a need for greater civic engagement and accountability of politicians. Additionally, the transition to a low-carbon economy faces barriers such as high costs and technological challenges.
Apple endorses California bill to oblige companies to report carbon footprint
The top US securities regulator is yet to publish a long-awaited rule of its own on climate-related disclosures, and California senators are going ahead at the state level.
Meghalaya CM seeks PM Modi's intervention as state awaits response regarding Inner Line Permit
Meghalaya's Chief Minister, Conrad K. Sangma, and other state leaders have met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to appeal for support. The delegation sought Modi's assistance in responding to a resolution passed by the Meghalaya State Assembly in December 2019, calling for Inner Line Permit (ILP) implementation in the state.
Delhi may suffer losses of Rs 2.75 trillion by 2050 due to climate change: Draft action plan
India introduced its National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) in 2008, following which state governments were instructed to create their own action plans. The State Action Plan on Climate Change (SAPCC) must be aligned with the strategies laid out in the NAPCC.
Biden to sign massive climate and health care legislation
President Joe Biden will sign Democrats' landmark climate change and health care bill on Tuesday, delivering what he has called the "final piece" of his pared-down domestic agenda, as he aims to boost his party's standing with voters less than three months before the midterm elections.
Joe Biden signs massive climate and health care legislation
Biden signed the bill into law during a small ceremony in the State Dining Room of the White House, sandwiched between his return from a six-day beachside vacation in South Carolina and his departure for his home in Wilmington, Delaware. He plans to hold a larger "celebration" for the legislation on Sept. 6 once lawmakers return to Washington.
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