COP28

Climate Change

Oil and gas lobbyists have deep pockets and access to politicians, but an EU ban could be in the pipeline

— Tobacco lobbyists are strongly regulated – could a ‘tobacco-style’ ban work in the EU for fossil fuel interests?

Environment

Meat and dairy industry’s attempt to change how we measure methane emissions would let polluters off the hook

— Major polluting industries lobbied at COP28, aiming to use a new emissions measurement method to avoid substantial cuts. This new way of measuring emissions may let the biggest polluters evade their responsibility to tackle climate change.

Climate Change

How COP28 failed the world’s small islands

— Despite declarations of unity and progress at COP28, the Alliance of Small Island States expressed disappointment in the final agreement, citing “loopholes” and a lack of representation for small island developing states.

Climate Change

The COP28 climate agreement is a step backwards on fossil fuels

— The COP28 climate summit failed to deliver a clear commitment to phase out fossil fuels, leaving loopholes for countries to continue using them and hindering the transition to clean energy.

Climate Change

COP28 president is wrong – Science clearly shows fossil fuels must go (and fast)

— Contrary to Sultan Al Jaber’s claim at COP28, ample scientific evidence supports the necessity of phasing out fossil fuels to limit global heating to 1.5°C. Existing studies underscore the urgency, emphasising substantial declines in coal, oil, and gas production by 2050.

Climate Change

Net zero: The Government’s balancing act on climate credibility

— The Government’s resistance to revealing the risks in their net zero plans, including Rishi Sunak’s private jet controversy, suggests hidden flaws. The upcoming legal battle may force transparency, exposing the truth. Time for climate accountability.

Climate Change

Why are people still flying to climate conferences by private jet?

— Over 70,000 delegates, including Rishi Sunak, David Cameron, and King Charles, attend COP28 in Dubai, but over 300 private jet journeys raise environmental concerns. The carbon footprint analysis urges sustainable travel choices.

Climate Change

COP28: Inside the United Arab Emirates, the oil giant hosting 2023 climate change summit

— Critics argued that having oil and gas producers lead climate talks raised a conflict of interest, given the industry’s role in carbon emissions. Indeed, the UAE is reportedly planning to increase oil production and has been accused of flaring more gas than reported.

Environment

‘We have to stop demonising oil and gas’, Jacob Rees-Mogg told UAE investment chief

— The ex-cabinet minister’s comments have been described as a ‘damning indictment’ of the Conservative government.