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Meat Industry Climate Claims – Criticisms and Concerns

DeSmogBlog

According to a 2021 study by researchers from the New York University (NYU) Department of Environmental Studies, meat companies “emphasize mitigating energy use, with limited focus on emissions (e.g., methane) from animal and land management and land-use change, which make the biggest warming contributions in the agricultural sector.”.

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'Every fraction of warming matters': World careering towards irreversible climate impacts, top scientists warn

Business Green

As a result, climate change is already affecting every inhabited region on Earth, and impacts such as sea level rise, ocean acidification, and permafrost melt are inevitable and near-irreversible, leaving only their extent open to question. We need to match our energy for climate action to the fierceness of our burning climate.

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Climate Litigation Is Increasing as Government Action Falters

DeSmogBlog

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak chose the very day of the summit to announce that his government will push off the deadlines for phase-outs of methane gas-burning boilers, as well as sales of new gasoline and diesel-fueled cars. The case came before the European Court of Human Rights in a high-stakes hearing on September 27.

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? Charting a course to curb maritime emissions

Climate Tech VC

Despite fears about cost increases and low-sulfur fuel availability, the change was a success in terms of decreasing pollution that contributes to ocean acidification and harms the health of humans and marine life. EEXI reflects the energy efficiency of ship design. CII reflects the energy efficiency of ship operation.

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'Climate breakdown has already begun': Green figures react to IPCC's landmark climate warning

Business Green

Inclusive and green economies, prosperity, cleaner air and better health are possible for all if we respond to this crisis with solidarity and courage. We need immediate action on energy. Countries should also end all new fossil fuel exploration and production, and shift fossil fuel subsidies into renewable energy.