Richest 1% emit as much planet-heating pollution as two-thirds of humanity, Says Oxfam
#Carbon emissions of richest one percent surged to 16 percent of world’s total CO2 emissions in 2019.
#Their carbon emissions are enough to cause 1.3 million excess deaths due to heat.
#Unequal countries suffer seven times more flood fatalities than more equal countries.
#Fairly taxing the super-rich would help curb both climate change and inequality.
JUNA, a JV by Scania and Sennder to drive large-scale electric truck adoption in Europe
– JUNA combines Sennder’s technology with Scania’s premium electric trucks to create a pay-per-use model.
– This model offers transport companies access to electric truck solutions and guaranteed capacity and load through Sennder’s digital platform.
– It eliminates upfront costs and concerns about the resale value of electric trucks.
Leidos deploys potable water dispenser at International Space Station
Leidos, a prominent US-based company, has announced the successful deployment of its Exploration Potable Water Dispenser (xPWD) for use on the International Space Station (ISS)
Blackstone raises $7 billion Energy Transition Fund
Blackstone has successfully raised $7.1 billion for its energy transition credit fund called Blackstone Green Private Credit Fund III
India’s Green Mobility Push With 10,000 E-Buses
Under the ‘PM-eBus Sewa’ initiative, the Union Cabinet has approved introduction of 10,000 E-buses in 169 cities
Hybrid Cargo Vessels To Drive The Electric Ship Industry
The future of the electric ship industry lies with hybrid cargo vessels, says a report.
Need to Add Impact Of Climate Action Into Risk Management
A new report calls for a need for urgent action to embed the impact of climate action into risk management in Financial Sector.
Budgetary Support To Unlock Potential For Pumped Hydro Energy Storage Projects
The Ministry of Power (MoP) has released guidelines that are expected to boost pumped hydro energy storage (PHES) projects in India, with an aim to add approximately 5 GW of capacity over the next five fiscal yearsThe Ministry of Power (MoP) has released guidelines that are expected to boost pumped hydro energy storage (PHES) projects in India, with an aim to add approximately 5 GW of capacity over the next five fiscal years
Microsoft Adds ESG Reporting, Scope 3 Emissions To Sustainability Platform
Microsoft has added new features to its sustainability platform-Microsoft Cloud for Sustainability that includes the capability of helping companies meet emerging ESG reporting requirements and regulations, calculating Scope 3 emissions, and collecting and managing ESG data across categories and data sources
Dr Murali Thummarukudi Launches ESG TIMES
India’s first dedicated ESG News Portal, ESG TIMES, is launched by the distinguished crisis management expert and the Director of the G20 Global Initiative Coordination Office at UNCCD, Dr Murali Thummarukudi