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A new draft text for the UN plastics treaty has been released, sparking concerns that ambition for the global pact is shrinking. The text does not include specific measures to manage runaway plastic production, a growing source of greenhouse gas emissions.
A UN report reveals 45 countries have failed to submit new national climate plans, breaching Paris Agreement rules, 18 months after the deadline.
A potential weakening of the UK's electric vehicle (EV) sales targets could cost consumers an additional £3bn per year by 2030, increase oil imports by 17 million barrels, and raise national emissions by 2.5%, according to Carbon Brief analysis. The current mandate requires 80% of new car sales to be battery EVs by 2030, but reports suggest the Labour government may reduce this to 50%. Industry groups warn of risks to investments in EV infrastructure, while carmakers argue natural demand is insu
The role of carbon capture and storage (CCS) in achieving net-zero emissions is a topic of ongoing debate. While some see it as a critical technology for cutting emissions from key sectors, others have raised concerns about its high costs, ties to the fossil-fuel industry, and poor performance record.