The Climate Group

In the headlines: 17 stories you may have missed

Date

30 October 2012

Here's a global snapshot of some of the biggest clean technology, economy and policy headlines, from the week commencing October 29, 2012.
Sub-national governments gather for International Climate Conference

Date

25 October 2012

Over 200 participants from sub-national governments, and other key stakeholders from across the globe, have gathered for a two-day International Climate Conference.
Ikea Group unveils new sustainability strategy

Date

25 October 2012

New strategy will see Ikea Group become energy independent and help millions of people live an affordable, sustainable life at home.
Analysis of China’s fund and management system

Date

23 October 2012

The Climate Group presented its policy recommendations for China's carbon market at a media briefing
Monaco to Host Two Global Events Focused on Energy Efficiency

Date

23 October 2012

Monaco welcomes leaders from around the world attending two major energy events
Revolutionary new technology generates petrol from captured CO2

Date

22 October 2012

A British company has created a pioneering new technology which converts air into petrol, a breakthrough which could help curb global warming.
IN THE HEADLINES: 11 STORIES YOU MAY HAVE MISSED

Date

22 October 2012

Here's a global snapshot of some of the biggest clean technology, economy and policy headlines, from the week commencing October 15, 2012.
India, solar, leading growth in global clean energy investment despite recession

Date

17 October 2012

New research shows that despite the recession, global investment in clean energy technology has continued to increase, led by growth in India and in solar energy.
Climate change and clean energy important to swing voters in the US

Date

16 October 2012

Recent public surveys in the US show that Americans are increasingly concerned about climate change, suggesting that a greater focus on the subject could be a winning ticket for presidential candidates in the US election race.
IN THE HEADLINES: 12 STORIES YOU MAY HAVE MISSED

Date

15 October 2012

Here's a global snapshot of some of the biggest clean technology, economy and policy headlines, from the week commencing October 15, 2012.
Japan on track to meet Kyoto carbon emission target

Date

10 October 2012

A new report from Japan’s Environment Ministry claims the country is on target to cut greenhouse gas emissions by an estimated average of 8 percent below 1990 levels for the five years ending in March, meaning it will meet its commitments under the Kyoto Protocol.
IN THE HEADLINES: 15 STORIES YOU MAY HAVE MISSED

Date

08 October 2012

Here's a global snapshot of some of the biggest clean technology, economy and policy headlines, from the week commencing October 8, 2012.
Commissioner Oettinger may welcome Energy Efficiency Directive vote, but more ambition is needed

Date

05 October 2012

The EU has welcomed yesterday’s Council (EPSCO) positive vote on the Energy Efficiency Directive, which is expected to drive the EU’s 20% energy efficiency target for 2020—but The Climate Group calls for more ambition to cut costs and create jobs.
India’s green IT and sustainability market worth $45 billion

Date

04 October 2012

New research says that green IT and sustainability are emerging as key concerns for businesses, investors and policymakers in India and should be valued at USD70 billion by 2015.
Infographic: Five reasons for an American Clean Revolution

Date

03 October 2012

Our report, An American Clean Revolution: Why the US should play to win on the clean economy, sets out a new way forward for the great nation of America, one that safeguards its future and addresses the economic challenges of today. It is the commonsense road to generating growth, creating prosperity, and ensuring sustainability.
Sachs: Two logical ways to achieve a sustainable energy future

Date

01 October 2012

Experts in energy and finance met to discuss a sustainable energy future at the Climate Week NYC event, “Opportunities in the Coming Era of Sustainable Energy,” which was concluded with a distinguished lecture from world-renowned economist Jeffrey Sachs, where he called for a break from the status quo in US energy policy.