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Biomass Lobby Makes ‘False’ Claims to Sway EU Law-makers

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European law-makers are due to vote on a revised renewable energy directive next week, part of the EU’s Green New Deal to slash carbon emissions by 55 percent by 2030. Christian Rakos, president of the lobby group, is convening a seminar in Brussels today aimed at influencing European parliamentarians to vote against the measures.

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IEA Think Tank Contributes to Climate Science Denial Documentary

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The group has also received donations from a number of philanthropic trusts accused of channelling funds from the fossil fuel industry and helping to support climate science denial groups. The IEA is a prominent supporter of the continued and extended use of fossil fuels.

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A Growing Wave of Litigation Spurs Climate Action

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In Australia, a student filed a consumer complaint with Ad Standards against the financial services organization HSBC for claiming to support the protection of the Great Barrier Reef despite its links to fossil fuel operations. A young protester shows support for Juliana v. United States.

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What Is B Corp? B Corp Certification Guide + Quick Assessment

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This can be done through seminars, workshops, and online resources. Supplier codes of conduct are of special importance if your company sources products and services from countries with lax enforcement laws and policies, and poorer labor and human rights laws. Offer healthy food and beverage options.