Climate change mitigation

DBS, SGX, Standard Chartered and Temasek to take climate action through global carbon exchange and marketplace

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Thursday, May 20, 2021
Climate change policy, Carbon finance, Physical sciences, Articles, Natural sciences, Biogeochemical cycle, Biogeography, Climate change mitigation, Geochemistry, Individual and political action on climate change, Carbon credit

CIX will build on collective action by global governments, corporates and individuals to achieve a net-zero economy.

Key Points: 
  • CIX will build on collective action by global governments, corporates and individuals to achieve a net-zero economy.
  • "\nCIX will offer distinct platforms and products that cater to the needs of different buyers and sellers of carbon credits.
  • These include the Exchange and the Project Marketplace, which are expected to be launched by end 2021.
  • Climate action is a key priority for us and we support internationally accepted carbon mitigation hierarchies.

DBS, SGX, Standard Chartered and Temasek to take climate action through global carbon exchange and marketplace

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Thursday, May 20, 2021
Climate change policy, Carbon finance, Physical sciences, Articles, Natural sciences, Biogeochemical cycle, Biogeography, Climate change mitigation, Geochemistry, Individual and political action on climate change, Carbon credit

CIX will build on collective action by global governments, corporates and individuals to achieve a net-zero economy.

Key Points: 
  • CIX will build on collective action by global governments, corporates and individuals to achieve a net-zero economy.
  • "\nCIX will offer distinct platforms and products that cater to the needs of different buyers and sellers of carbon credits.
  • These include the Exchange and the Project Marketplace, which are expected to be launched by end 2021.
  • Climate action is a key priority for us and we support internationally accepted carbon mitigation hierarchies.

ENERGY STAR® Canada Recognizes Leaders in Energy Efficiency

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021
Articles, Energy, Physical sciences, Climate change policy, Energy efficiency, Energy conservation, Energy policy, Energy Star, Climate change mitigation, Efficient energy use, Low-energy house

b"OTTAWA, ON, May 19, 2021 /CNW/ - Improving energy efficiency in our homes and businesses can be a 'hidden fuel' in tackling climate change.

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  • b"OTTAWA, ON, May 19, 2021 /CNW/ - Improving energy efficiency in our homes and businesses can be a 'hidden fuel' in tackling climate change.
  • It will help us reach our Paris goals, lower emissions where people live and work, and provide opportunities for Canadians to be part of building a clean and prosperous future for all.\nToday, the Honourable Seamus O'Regan Jr., Minister of Natural Resources, congratulated the winners of the prestigious 2021 ENERGY STAR Canada Awards for their outstanding contributions in promoting the most energy-efficient products, new homes and buildings inspiring Canadians to think differently about how energy is used every day.\nENERGY STAR Canada is a voluntary partnership between the government and more than 1,000organizations working to use our natural resources more wisely through greater energy efficiency.
  • Behind each ENERGY STAR label is a product, home, building or industrial facility that is certified to use less energy, reducing emissions that contribute to climate change.
  • In 2020 alone, ENERGY STAR-certified products saved enough energy to power over 392,000 homes for a year the equivalent of removing about 825,000 cars from the road.\nGlobal momentum to improve energy efficiency is increasing and Canada has the opportunity to lead by providing local solutions.

EEE - Energy Efficient Ethereum Fully Fungible Token Launches to Provide Installation Finance for Oairo's Energy Efficiency Projects

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021
Physical sciences, Climate change policy, Natural sciences, Earth sciences, Biogeography, Chemical oceanography, Climate change mitigation, Geochemistry, Soil, Ethereum

Our goal is to create funding mechanisms that deliver faster climate action.

Key Points: 
  • Our goal is to create funding mechanisms that deliver faster climate action.
  • "\n"We want to put money into the hands of men and women of action who won\'t delay they\'ll get things done.
  • "\nBryan Saxby, CEO of Oairo, stated, "It is extremely exciting to be bringing two 21st century technologies together.
  • The finance that the (Energy Efficient) Ethereum will be able to provide will offer many multiples of savings as a result of installing Oairo energy efficiency technology globally.

Johnson Controls named to prestigious FT European Climate Leaders list

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Tuesday, May 18, 2021
Climate variability and change, Climate forcing, Greenhouse gas emissions, Climate change policy, Carbon finance, Low-carbon economy, Carbon dioxide, Climate change mitigation

Johnson Controls was one of only 300 companies selected from 4000 across Europe.\n"We are extremely proud to be recognized by the Financial Times as a European climate leader," said George Oliver, chairman and CEO, Johnson Controls.

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  • Johnson Controls was one of only 300 companies selected from 4000 across Europe.\n"We are extremely proud to be recognized by the Financial Times as a European climate leader," said George Oliver, chairman and CEO, Johnson Controls.
  • "Sustainability has long been at the heart of everything we do and it is an honor to be included on this prestigious list.
  • Since 2002 Johnson Controls has reduced its emissions intensity by more than 70 percent equivalent to the carbon sequestered by 17,000 acres of forest.
  • The European Commission recently committed to at least 55 percent cuts in greenhouse gas emissions (from 1990 levels) by 2030 under the European Green Deal.

Johnson Controls named to prestigious FT European Climate Leaders list

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Tuesday, May 18, 2021
Climate variability and change, Climate forcing, Greenhouse gas emissions, Climate change policy, Carbon finance, Low-carbon economy, Carbon dioxide, Climate change mitigation

Johnson Controls was one of only 300 companies selected from 4000 across Europe.\n"We are extremely proud to be recognized by the Financial Times as a European climate leader," said George Oliver, chairman and CEO, Johnson Controls.

Key Points: 
  • Johnson Controls was one of only 300 companies selected from 4000 across Europe.\n"We are extremely proud to be recognized by the Financial Times as a European climate leader," said George Oliver, chairman and CEO, Johnson Controls.
  • "Sustainability has long been at the heart of everything we do and it is an honor to be included on this prestigious list.
  • Since 2002 Johnson Controls has reduced its emissions intensity by more than 70 percent equivalent to the carbon sequestered by 17,000 acres of forest.
  • The European Commission recently committed to at least 55 percent cuts in greenhouse gas emissions (from 1990 levels) by 2030 under the European Green Deal.

Phoenix Contact forges ahead with corporate action to protect the climate: Component and solution portfolio for the climate and energy revolution, and entry into the "Foundation 2°" corporate alliance

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Sunday, May 16, 2021
Physical sciences, Earth sciences, Natural sciences, Climate change policy, Mare Boreum quadrangle, Mars Scout Program, Phoenix, Climate change mitigation, Climate change, Michael Otto

b'BLOMBERG, Germany, May 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Phoenix Contact has assumed the responsibility to act now to prevent global warming and to drive forward the energy revolution.

Key Points: 
  • b'BLOMBERG, Germany, May 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Phoenix Contact has assumed the responsibility to act now to prevent global warming and to drive forward the energy revolution.
  • This initiative, founded by Dr. Michael Otto (Otto Group Hamburg, Germany), intends to call on politicians to establish effective market-oriented framework conditions for climate protection.
  • "We are incredibly pleased that Phoenix Contact has become a Foundation 2 corporate sponsor.
  • Phoenix Contact is on the front line of this movement empowering its partners and customers.

Phoenix Contact forges ahead with corporate action to protect the climate: Component and solution portfolio for the climate and energy revolution, and entry into the "Foundation 2°" corporate alliance

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Sunday, May 16, 2021
Physical sciences, Earth sciences, Natural sciences, Climate change policy, Mare Boreum quadrangle, Mars Scout Program, Phoenix, Climate change mitigation, Climate change, Michael Otto

b'BLOMBERG, Germany, May 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Phoenix Contact has assumed the responsibility to act now to prevent global warming and to drive forward the energy revolution.

Key Points: 
  • b'BLOMBERG, Germany, May 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Phoenix Contact has assumed the responsibility to act now to prevent global warming and to drive forward the energy revolution.
  • This initiative, founded by Dr. Michael Otto (Otto Group Hamburg, Germany), intends to call on politicians to establish effective market-oriented framework conditions for climate protection.
  • "We are incredibly pleased that Phoenix Contact has become a Foundation 2 corporate sponsor.
  • Phoenix Contact is on the front line of this movement empowering its partners and customers.

Star Refrigeration participate at the Cold Chain industry's first Climate Change Week event

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Saturday, May 15, 2021
Articles, Physical geography, Physical sciences, Climate change policy, Supply chain management, Biogeochemical cycle, Climate change mitigation, Geochemistry, Soil, Cold chain, Cision, Climate variability and change

b"GLASGOW, United Kingdom, May 15, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Star Refrigeration has been named as a main event partner of Climate Change Week, a free online event organised by the Cold Chain Federation, the voice of the UK's temperature-controlled logistics industry.\nThe two day event entitled Cold Chain & Climate Change Finding Pragmatic Solutions, will take place online on 18th- 19th May 2021.

Key Points: 
  • b"GLASGOW, United Kingdom, May 15, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Star Refrigeration has been named as a main event partner of Climate Change Week, a free online event organised by the Cold Chain Federation, the voice of the UK's temperature-controlled logistics industry.\nThe two day event entitled Cold Chain & Climate Change Finding Pragmatic Solutions, will take place online on 18th- 19th May 2021.
  • Ahead of the event, Dr Lamb, said ''It is estimated that the Cold Chain is responsible for 2.5% of global greenhouse gas output and it is crucial that we find ways to reduce this.
  • Cold Chain Week is an important step in furthering the conversation on the role the cold chain has in tackling climate change.
  • It is great to be part of this event both as a guest speaker and event partner.

Canada Invests in a Greener Ottawa

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Friday, May 14, 2021
Physical sciences, Climate change policy, Natural sciences, Chemistry, Carbon dioxide, Greenhouse gas emissions, Individual and political action on climate change, Climate change mitigation, Carbon neutrality, Ottawa

"\nThe Honourable Seamus O\'Regan Jr.\n"The launch of the Ottawa Climate Action Fund, a member of the LC3 network, is key to making Ottawa the greenest capital.

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  • "\nThe Honourable Seamus O\'Regan Jr.\n"The launch of the Ottawa Climate Action Fund, a member of the LC3 network, is key to making Ottawa the greenest capital.
  • This federal investment will support Ottawa\'s transition to a cleaner, more resilient and inclusive future for our kids and grandkids.
  • Encouraging local solutions to local challenges will result in practical solutions to climate change, creating more jobs and helping drive Canada to net-zero emissions by 2050.
  • This investment will help the City of Ottawa reach its full emissions-cutting power.