Climate variability and change

Government investing in Hamilton's steel industry to support good jobs and significantly reduce emissions

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Friday, July 30, 2021

By investing in clean technology, we will create good middle-class jobs, strengthen our economy, cut pollution and build back better for all Canadians.

Key Points: 
  • By investing in clean technology, we will create good middle-class jobs, strengthen our economy, cut pollution and build back better for all Canadians.
  • This investment will support a $1.765-billion project to convert the steel production process and phase out coal-fired steelmaking at its facilities in Hamilton, Ontario.
  • Together with the Algoma Steel project announced on July 5, 2021, the two projects will reduce GHG emissions by up to 6 million tonnes per year.
  • The steel industry currently accounts for 7% of global GHG emissions from the energy industriesequal to global aviation, shipping and chemicals emissions combined.

Reclamation launches website with real-time information, interactive resources on drought

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Thursday, July 29, 2021

The science-based web portal is designed to increase public and media understanding of drought conditions and the all-of-government efforts to mitigate these conditions by the Biden-Harris administration.

Key Points: 
  • The science-based web portal is designed to increase public and media understanding of drought conditions and the all-of-government efforts to mitigate these conditions by the Biden-Harris administration.
  • The features of the interactive multi-page platform highlight Reclamation's efforts and investments to mitigate drought impacts, increase drought resiliency, reduce reliance on declining water sources and increase the efficiency of water deliveries.
  • "Reclamation recognizes the 2021 water year is a historically difficult year for the 17 Western states and for Tribes, fisheries, wildlife, farmers and ranchers, and communities.
  • A series of online public briefings will be announced to introduce its major interactive features.

Government of Canada launches new program intake to help reduce the impacts of climate change and better protect Canadians against natural disasters

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021

The Government of Canada is making important investments to construct, rehabilitate and expand critical public infrastructure susceptible to these risks.

Key Points: 
  • The Government of Canada is making important investments to construct, rehabilitate and expand critical public infrastructure susceptible to these risks.
  • An increasing number of Canadian communities from coast to coast to coast have experienced significant weather-related disasters triggered byclimate change.
  • Together, this funding will help small, rural, remote, northern, and Indigenous communities adapt to climate change impacts.
  • Through DMAF, the Government of Canada is making sure Canadian communities are better able to withstand damage caused by climate change and extreme weather events.

Nucor Corporation Will Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions Intensity of Steel Mills to 77% Less Than Global Steelmaking Average

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Thursday, July 15, 2021

CHARLOTTE, N.C., July 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Nucor Corporation (NYSE: NUE) announced today comprehensive greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction strategies that will lower its GHG emissions intensity of steel mills to 77% less than today's global average.

Key Points: 
  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., July 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Nucor Corporation (NYSE: NUE) announced today comprehensive greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction strategies that will lower its GHG emissions intensity of steel mills to 77% less than today's global average.
  • This compares to a global average of 1.69 and an integrated steelmaking average of 2.15.
  • By 2030, Nucor's steel mill GHG emission intensity will be 0.38 tons of CO2 per ton of steel.
  • Beyond 2030, Nucor is committed to further reducing its GHG emissions to a goal of net zero emission steel at scale.

CICC Publishes Thematic Research on How AI Empowers Achievement of Carbon Neutrality

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Thursday, July 15, 2021

CICC Research's Technology Group has joined together with multiple sector research teams to complete this in-depth analysis covering potential scenarios for AI-enabled carbon emission reduction.

Key Points: 
  • CICC Research's Technology Group has joined together with multiple sector research teams to complete this in-depth analysis covering potential scenarios for AI-enabled carbon emission reduction.
  • After the 21st United Nations Climate Change Conference, the achievement of carbon neutrality has become a global goal.
  • As of the end of 2020, 44 countries and regions around the world made commitments on carbon neutrality.
  • China also announced that it would achieve peak carbon levels by 2030 and carbon neutrality by 2060.

Government of Canada confirms ambitious new greenhouse gas emissions reduction target

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Monday, July 12, 2021

This is Canada's first emissions reduction target that is enshrined in law under the new Canadian Net-Zero Emissions Accountability Act, which received Royal Assent in June 2021.

Key Points: 
  • This is Canada's first emissions reduction target that is enshrined in law under the new Canadian Net-Zero Emissions Accountability Act, which received Royal Assent in June 2021.
  • Canada is on a path to exceed its previous 2030 target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 30 percent below 2005 levels in partnership with provinces, territories, and Indigenous partners.
  • By working with the private sector and others, the government is confident Canada can achieve its enhanced 2030 GHG emissions reduction target and build a healthier environment and healthier economy.
  • Canada first announced its enhanced 2030 emissions target on April 22, 2021, at the US Leaders Summit on Climate.

LG Innotek reduces 45K tons of greenhouse gas emissions

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Monday, July 12, 2021

SEOUL, South Korea, July 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Innotek (CEO Cheoldong Jeong) reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 11% in 2020 from the previous year.

Key Points: 
  • SEOUL, South Korea, July 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Innotek (CEO Cheoldong Jeong) reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 11% in 2020 from the previous year.
  • LG Innotek announced on the 12th that it had published the '2020-2021 LG Innotek Sustainability Report,' which contains the company's ESG (Environment, Social, Governance) efforts and achievements.
  • Such activities include introducing renewable energy and expanding the application of high-efficiency production facilities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
  • Greenhouse gas emissions decreased by 11% from 2019, and the total reduction amount is about 45,000 tons.

LG Innotek reduces 45K tons of greenhouse gas emissions

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Monday, July 12, 2021

SEOUL, South Korea, July 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Innotek (CEO Cheoldong Jeong) reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 11% in 2020 from the previous year.

Key Points: 
  • SEOUL, South Korea, July 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Innotek (CEO Cheoldong Jeong) reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 11% in 2020 from the previous year.
  • LG Innotek announced on the 12th that it had published the '2020-2021 LG Innotek Sustainability Report,' which contains the company's ESG (Environment, Social, Governance) efforts and achievements.
  • Such activities include introducing renewable energy and expanding the application of high-efficiency production facilities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
  • Greenhouse gas emissions decreased by 11% from 2019, and the total reduction amount is about 45,000 tons.

Dana Accelerates Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction and Commits to Setting Science-Based Targets

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Monday, July 12, 2021

The company has also signed a commitment letter with the Science Based Target initiative (SBTi) to help set the company's future emissions targets.

Key Points: 
  • The company has also signed a commitment letter with the Science Based Target initiative (SBTi) to help set the company's future emissions targets.
  • Dana's GHG emissions target for 2030 brings forward the company's commitment to reduce more than 300,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions annually.
  • "The ability to significantly accelerate our emissions reduction target is a result of our team's commitment to developing new technologies, delivering innovative products, and driving operational efficiencies," said James Kamsickas, Dana chairman and CEO.
  • Founded in 1904, Dana was named one of "America's Most Responsible Companies 2021" by Newsweek for its emphasis on sustainability and social responsibility.

SCOR builds on its climate leadership by co-launching the Net-Zero Insurance Alliance and confirms phased coal withdrawal

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Monday, July 12, 2021

In joining the NZIA, SCOR today announces its commitment to a phased withdrawal of insurance and facultative reinsurance coverage from unabated coal-fired power plants by 2030 for OECD countries and by 2040 for the rest of the world.

Key Points: 
  • In joining the NZIA, SCOR today announces its commitment to a phased withdrawal of insurance and facultative reinsurance coverage from unabated coal-fired power plants by 2030 for OECD countries and by 2040 for the rest of the world.
  • SCOR will actively support its clients in their own commitments to follow credible transition pathways, helping them attain a net-zero emissions business model.
  • SCOR is committed to engaging with policymakers, clients, and other stakeholders to identify and implement the required measures to tackle climate change.
  • Laurent Rousseau, Chief Executive Officer of SCOR, comments: Collective action is the only way we can address the grand challenge of our time: climate change.