2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference

Beating 75 percent target for cutting oil and gas methane emissions is Canada's next challenge: Minister Guilbeault

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Cutting oil and gas methane emissions is one of the fastest and most cost-effective ways to combat climate change.

Key Points: 
  • Cutting oil and gas methane emissions is one of the fastest and most cost-effective ways to combat climate change.
  • The upstream oil and gas methane regulations will be published in draft form later this fall.
  • Canada's approach to cutting methane emissions from oil and gas activities will help fulfill its international Global Methane Pledge commitments.
  • The oil and gas sector is Canada's largest methane source, and today's announcement by Minister Guilbeault reflects the results of consultations conducted over the last nine months on the approach to driving further methane reductions from oil and gas activities.

HyFi, and sister company WPP Energy, have received a $33B USD priority project list for implementation for the Nation of Vietnam.

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

HyFi and WPP have been invited to create and arrange important outcomes in the developing nation of Vietnam.

Key Points: 
  • HyFi and WPP have been invited to create and arrange important outcomes in the developing nation of Vietnam.
  • As such HyFi and WPP have been provided with an exclusive initial priority project list to develop renewable energy, infrastructure and other important projects consistent with the UN’s 17 SDG’s in the following provinces:
    Hà Nội, 2.
  • Cà Mau
    The value of the initial project list is estimated to be approximately $33B USD.
  • We intend to bring significant manufacturing and new jobs to Vietnam to support the equipment deliverables related to the project list.”

KBRA Releases Research – The Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net Zero (GFANZ): Two Years Later

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Friday, August 4, 2023

KBRA releases research that examines the criticisms surrounding the Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net Zero (GFANZ).

Key Points: 
  • KBRA releases research that examines the criticisms surrounding the Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net Zero (GFANZ).
  • The report discusses the GFANZ and Race to Zero partnership, greenwashing, and antitrust concerns, notable membership departures, and the path forward for climate alliances.
  • One of the largest groups to form is known as the Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net Zero (GFANZ), an international initiative designed to mobilize the finance sector’s commitment toward achieving global net zero emissions by 2050.
  • Some banks and financial institutions have filed complaints, claiming certain targets that the alliance promised were unrealistic and proposed without consultation.

The Rockefeller Foundation and GEAPP to Design the World's First 'Coal-To-Clean' Credit Program in Emerging Economies

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023

The Rockefeller Foundation and Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) will be supported by implementing partner South Pole, with technical and convening expertise from RMI and Climate Policy Initiative (CPI).

Key Points: 
  • The Rockefeller Foundation and Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) will be supported by implementing partner South Pole, with technical and convening expertise from RMI and Climate Policy Initiative (CPI).
  • The Rockefeller Foundation and GEAPP plan to present CCCI's methodology during the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai with the endorsement of a leading carbon standard.
  • "Emerging and developing countries have the right to create opportunity, jobs, and electricity for their people without triggering a climate emergency," said Dr. Rajiv J. Shah, President of The Rockefeller Foundation.
  • The Rockefeller Foundation and GEAPP will be supported by implementing partner South Pole, with technical and convening expertise from RMI and CPI.

Black & Veatch signs UK Powering Net Zero decarbonization pact

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Monday, March 20, 2023

As a global industry leader in decarbonization Black & Veatch has joined the UK’s Powering Net Zero Pact, an effort committed to a fair and just transition to net zero carbon emissions.

Key Points: 
  • As a global industry leader in decarbonization Black & Veatch has joined the UK’s Powering Net Zero Pact, an effort committed to a fair and just transition to net zero carbon emissions.
  • “The way we conduct business at Black & Veatch demonstrates decarbonization leadership across the globe, in addition to the projects we deliver for the renewable energy and green hydrogen sectors.
  • Becoming a signatory to the Powering Net Zero Pact aligns with our commitment to sustainability,” said Robbie Gibson, Black & Veatch’s UK Director.
  • SSE’s Powering Net Zero Pact website provides full details of the pact’s aims and provisions, click here to access the site.

Cushing Terrell Signs SME Climate Commitment to Meet Emissions Reduction Targets

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cushing Terrell has joined a group of 4,200 small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) who have committed to cut greenhouse gas emissions in half before 2030, achieve net-zero emissions before 2050, and disclose their progress on a yearly basis.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cushing Terrell has joined a group of 4,200 small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) who have committed to cut greenhouse gas emissions in half before 2030, achieve net-zero emissions before 2050, and disclose their progress on a yearly basis.
  • The SME Climate Commitment is an initiative of the We Mean Business Coalition, the Exponential Roadmap Initiative, the United Nations Race to Zero campaign, and the International Chamber of Commerce.
  • "The SME Climate Commitment represents a significant, yet logical, next step on our journey of sustainability and climate-related actions and commitments," said Cushing Terrell Director of Sustainability Ashleigh Powell.
  • "We recognize the vital importance of joining the global Race to Zero," said Cushing Terrell President Greg Matthews.

BDA Promotes Bermuda as a Climate Risk Finance Capital at COP27

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Monday, November 7, 2022

The Bermuda Business Development Agency (BDA) will promote the attributes of the Island as a global climate risk finance capital at the 27th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27), which begins today in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, and runs through November 18.

Key Points: 
  • The Bermuda Business Development Agency (BDA) will promote the attributes of the Island as a global climate risk finance capital at the 27th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27), which begins today in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, and runs through November 18.
  • BDA CEO, David Hart said, Last year at COP26, the BDA felt we were in the right place at the right time to share Bermudas aspirations to serve as the climate risk finance capital of the world.
  • At COP26 the BDA hosted a Bermuda luncheon, for a diverse group of 50 climate leaders and potential partners from around the globe.
  • At COP27 we are pleased to once again host a Bermuda climate risk finance reception at Hub Cultures Climate Pavilion.

Bermuda Business Development Agency (BDA) Promotes Bermuda’s Strengths in Climate Risk Finance at COP26

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Tuesday, November 16, 2021

The Bermuda Business Development Agency (BDA) successfully promoted Bermuda as the worlds climate risk finance capital at the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow, Scotland last week.

Key Points: 
  • The Bermuda Business Development Agency (BDA) successfully promoted Bermuda as the worlds climate risk finance capital at the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow, Scotland last week.
  • John Huff, President & CEO of the Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers (ABIR) which helped sponsor the Bermuda Luncheon, said, ABIR was pleased to support the Bermuda Government and BDAs efforts at COP26.
  • After Glasgow, the Bermuda delegation traveled to London for additional meetings with both new and long-time friends of Bermuda, Mr. Hart said.
  • Momentum is building for our next New York City climate risk finance roadshow, which I am excited to be attending from November 29 to December 2.

BYD ADL eBuses Used as VIP Transport for World Leaders at COP26

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Friday, November 12, 2021

BYD ADL Enviro400EV electric buses were used for this privileged occasion to transfer dignitaries from around the world at COP26 following a collaboration between ADL and Stagecoach, the UK's largest public transport operator.

Key Points: 
  • BYD ADL Enviro400EV electric buses were used for this privileged occasion to transfer dignitaries from around the world at COP26 following a collaboration between ADL and Stagecoach, the UK's largest public transport operator.
  • The double deck eBuses, built in Scotland as part of the BYD ADL partnership will be used for Stagecoach operations.
  • As the UK's best-selling double deck electric bus, the BYD ADL Enviro400V is already in service in many public transport fleets nationwide.
  • Isbrand Ho, Managing Director, BYD Europe B.V., said: "We are proud to see BYD ADL eBuses being experienced first-hand by esteemed world leaders and other influential delegates who can really make a difference in tackling climate change.

Hitachi Vantara and Rainforest Connection expand partnership to protect rainforests through data and AI

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Tuesday, November 9, 2021

GLASGOW, United Kingdom, Nov. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Hitachi Vantara , the digital infrastructure, data management and analytics, and digital solutions subsidiary of Hitachi Ltd. (TSE: 6501),is expanding its partnership with Rainforest Connection to help accelerate data-driven solutions to protect rainforests and their sensitive ecologies.

Key Points: 
  • GLASGOW, United Kingdom, Nov. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Hitachi Vantara , the digital infrastructure, data management and analytics, and digital solutions subsidiary of Hitachi Ltd. (TSE: 6501),is expanding its partnership with Rainforest Connection to help accelerate data-driven solutions to protect rainforests and their sensitive ecologies.
  • At COP26, Hitachi Vantara and Rainforest Connection will discuss the fundamental role of data-driven solutions for addressing climate change, including how this partnership is helping protect the rainforests in Sumatra, during a November 9th keynote presentation.
  • "The use of data and technology are paramount for businesses and governments to meet sustainability goals," said Gajen Kandiah, CEO, Hitachi Vantara.
  • The scalable cloud and data architecture developed by Hitachi Vantara is also helping Rainforest Connection build regional neural networks that support biodiversity.