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OKI Group Obtains SBT Certification for Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction Targets

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
Hardware, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Green Technology, Climate Change, Manufacturing, Sustainability, Technology, Professional Services, Environmental Policy, Environment, Environmental Issues, Other Manufacturing, Science, Telecommunications, Other Science, Science Based Targets initiative, Certification, Climate, Targets, Paris Agreement, SBT, Honjo, Renewable energy

OKI (TOKYO: 6703) has obtained SBT certification for the FY2030 greenhouse gas emission reduction targets set in OKI Environmental Vision, its medium-to-long-term environmental vision, from the international “Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) (Note 1)” as scientifically valid targets for achieving the 1.5°C target aimed at by the Paris Agreement.

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  • OKI (TOKYO: 6703) has obtained SBT certification for the FY2030 greenhouse gas emission reduction targets set in OKI Environmental Vision, its medium-to-long-term environmental vision, from the international “Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) (Note 1)” as scientifically valid targets for achieving the 1.5°C target aimed at by the Paris Agreement.
  • As the company committed to helping resolve social issues in accordance with its key message of “Delivering OK!
  • to your life”, OKI seeks to achieve these targets not only at its own sites but also by promoting decarbonization during product use and at its suppliers.
  • The targets certified by SBTi at this time are the FY2030 targets for preventing global warming under OKI Environmental Vision 2030/2050, the OKI Group’s medium-to-long-term environmental vision.

Start-stop Battery Market Projected USD 23.30 Billion Growth between 2024 and 2028: Market to focus on Fuel Efficiency and Advanced Technologies - Technavio

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Friday, February 2, 2024
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The market is experiencing a surge in demand driven by declining lithium-ion battery prices, a growing emphasis on fuel efficiency, and advancements in battery technologies.

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  • The market is experiencing a surge in demand driven by declining lithium-ion battery prices, a growing emphasis on fuel efficiency, and advancements in battery technologies.
  • Growth Drivers: The market's expansion is propelled by the increasing focus on fuel efficiency in vehicles.
  • Challenges: A significant challenge confronting market growth is the high cost associated with manufacturing advanced start-stop batteries.
  • The E-bike battery market size is forecast to increase by USD 2.12 billion and is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 6.46% between 2022 and 2027.

Government of Canada launches public engagement on the 2035 greenhouse gas emissions reduction target

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Friday, February 2, 2024
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Today, Environment and Climate Change Canada launched a public engagement process to hear the opinions of Canadians and Indigenous peoples across the country to inform setting Canada's 2035 national greenhouse gas emissions target.

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  • Today, Environment and Climate Change Canada launched a public engagement process to hear the opinions of Canadians and Indigenous peoples across the country to inform setting Canada's 2035 national greenhouse gas emissions target.
  • I look forward to working with everyone and receiving input to set Canada's 2035 emissions reduction target and build Canada's sustainable future together."
  • Under the Act, the government must set an emissions reduction target for 2035 by December 1, 2024.
  • The 2035 target is another milestone in the Government of Canada's transparent and accountable approach to charting the course to net-zero emissions by 2050.

Frank Elderson: Interview with De Volkskrant

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Sunday, February 4, 2024
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While existing models have added a financial sector and real estate sector, they have largely overlooked housing supply.

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  • While existing models have added a financial sector and real estate sector, they have largely overlooked housing supply.
  • I develop an extended DSGE model that includes both the financial sector and endogenous housing supply and show that forecasting accuracy significantly improves when data on new houses is included.
  • The findings highlight the necessity of combining model extension and housing supply data for accurate forecasting during economic crises.

APRISCO ENERGY INDUSTRIES Joins Forces with MAXIMANCE 2030 LTD and BLUEGRACE ENERGY BOLIVIA in a Cooperation Agreement for REDD+ Initiatives

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Thursday, January 18, 2024
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BARCELONA, Jan 18, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - APRISCO ENERGY INDUSTRIES S.L., a Spain-based company dedicated to a fair and sustainable energy transition, has joined forces with BLUEGRACE ENERGY BOLIVIA SRL and MAXIMANCE 2030 LTD.

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  • BARCELONA, Jan 18, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - APRISCO ENERGY INDUSTRIES S.L., a Spain-based company dedicated to a fair and sustainable energy transition, has joined forces with BLUEGRACE ENERGY BOLIVIA SRL and MAXIMANCE 2030 LTD.
  • In December 2023, BlueGrace Energy Bolivia, in partnership with MAXIMANCE 2030 LTD, secured approval for ISIN UK.BG.MAX 785.985257.
  • Acknowledging the significant contribution of BLUEGRACE ENERGY BOLIVIA SRL's protected forest capital in "Gran Chaco - Bolivia."
  • BlueGrace Energy Bolivia (BGEB) exemplifies corporate responsibility in environmental sustainability, aligning with over 90% of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Terra Natural Capital Launches to Invest in Scaling Carbon Projects and Natural Assets

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024
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Terra Natural Capital (“Terra” or the “Company”) announced its launch today as a dedicated environmental commodities investment company.

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  • Terra Natural Capital (“Terra” or the “Company”) announced its launch today as a dedicated environmental commodities investment company.
  • The Company is backed by Pala Investments and Bain Capital Partnership Strategies , both long-term capital providers with substantial experience in real assets, commodity markets, and decarbonization investing.
  • To-date, Terra has invested across nature-based carbon removal projects globally, including mangrove restoration and afforestation, and holds long-term supply of the projects’ carbon credits.
  • “We are excited to enter this partnership with the Terra team to invest in large-scale, high-integrity carbon reduction projects,” said Michael Schor , Managing Director at Bain Capital Partnership Strategies.

China-France friend"ship" Sailing since the Amphitrite

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Friday, January 26, 2024
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The barque, the Amphitrite, navigated to China's shores fully loaded with western goods like glass and woolen fabrics; when it returned to France, it shipped Chinese specialties like porcelain and lacquerware.

Key Points: 
  • The barque, the Amphitrite, navigated to China's shores fully loaded with western goods like glass and woolen fabrics; when it returned to France, it shipped Chinese specialties like porcelain and lacquerware.
  • This vessel, quoting French Sinologist Paul Pelliot, is the "origin" of the relationship between China and France.
  • In the 1950s, a "monkey-king" kite along with a letter from a Chinese child, fell from the skies and onto a tree in Paris.
  • The friendship between China and France dates back to the Amphitrite centuries ago.

Musim Mas commits to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning with climate science as per the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi)

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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As one of the leading sustainable palm oil players, Musim Mas (or the "Group") has long prioritized minimizing and mitigating environmental impacts throughout its supply chain.

Key Points: 
  • As one of the leading sustainable palm oil players, Musim Mas (or the "Group") has long prioritized minimizing and mitigating environmental impacts throughout its supply chain.
  • While it is close to achieving a 55% reduction in upstream operations' greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2025, Musim Mas recognizes the imperative to push further.
  • Musim Mas' commitment has been endorsed by SBTi and has been displayed on the SBTi website since 12 January 2024.
  • "As Musim Mas announces its commitment to SBTi, we recognize the role of the palm oil industry in driving global efforts towards net-zero emissions.

Musim Mas commits to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning with climate science as per the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi)

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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As one of the leading sustainable palm oil players, Musim Mas (or the "Group") has long prioritized minimizing and mitigating environmental impacts throughout its supply chain.

Key Points: 
  • As one of the leading sustainable palm oil players, Musim Mas (or the "Group") has long prioritized minimizing and mitigating environmental impacts throughout its supply chain.
  • While it is close to achieving a 55% reduction in upstream operations' greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2025, Musim Mas recognizes the imperative to push further.
  • Musim Mas' commitment has been endorsed by SBTi and has been displayed on the SBTi website since 12 January 2024.
  • "As Musim Mas announces its commitment to SBTi, we recognize the role of the palm oil industry in driving global efforts towards net-zero emissions.

LONGi at the WEF 2024 in Davos Makes Case for Net Zero Manufacturing Powered by Efficient Clean Energy

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Monday, January 22, 2024
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DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As one of the newest recipients of the World Economic Forum (WEF) "Lighthouse Factory" recognition, LONGi is on hand at the WEF forum in Davos to further promote the role of clean energy in global manufacturing.

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  • "  LONGi is committed to contribute to the global clean energy transition, making the value of sunlight accessible to all and enabling everyone to enjoy clean and affordable solar energy.
  • Hydrogen is one of the cleanest, most efficient forms of energy, but its production often requires large amounts of energy.
  • LONGi is implementing what it calls "Green Hydrogen" by using solar and other clean energy sources to produce hydrogen.
  • "LONGi still has more we can do to improve the greening of our operations and advancing the clean energy transition," Chairman Zhong noted.