Multilateral Development Banks agree to reinforce climate finance ahead of UN summit
The world’s six multilateral development banks have issued a joint statement reaffirming their commitment to lead by example by continuing to reinforce and further develop climate financing.
UK Government sets out vision for global climate change deal
The UK Government has said that prosperity and carbon reduction can go hand in hand to grow the world economy in its new vision for a global climate deal published today.
United Nations sets out potential worst-weather scenarios for 2050
The United Nations has used videos to set out potential global worst-weather scenarios for 2050 – including mega-droughts, deadly heatwaves, a year’s rainfall in a month and coastal cities under water.
Final Programme for World Water Week - water-energy nexus is key focus
The Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) has published the Final Programme for World Water Week 2014 which starts on Sunday – this year’s thematic focus is on the energy-water nexus.
EU project will aid interactive linking of climate data from multiple sources
A European Union UK-led project to nteractively link climate data from multiple sources offers real promise to help policymakers understand the likely results of their initiatives to address issues ranging from energy markets to groundwater resources.
New UK Government map reveals worldwide impacts of climate change
The United Kingdom’s Foreign and Commonwealth Office has launched a new map to show the impact climate change could have on the whole planet by the end of the century if carbon emissions continue to increase.
FTSE fossil -fuel free Index will help manage climate change investment risks
The launch of the first equity global index series that will exclude companies linked to exploration, ownership or extraction of carbon-based fossil fuel reserves will provide a new investment tool allowing climate-conscious investors to match their investment strategy and financial interests with their values.
IPCC warns GHG emissions are accelerating despite reduction efforts
Investment in green power must be trebled in order for the world to avoid dangerous climate change, according to a new report by the United Nation’s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPPC).
IPPC report warns world is “ill-prepared” for climate change
A new report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) is warning that the world is “ill-prepared” for climate change and that with high levels of warming the risks will be difficult to manage.
Move by Norway sovereign wealth fund to invest in renewables could have 'global impact'
The government of Norway will mandate the country's sovereign wealth fund, the largest in the world, to invest in renewable energy.