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Global Carbon Price Needed to prevent Dangerous Global Warming: New Report

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Jamaica enjoys influence in global climate change response architecture

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One of the world’s poorest countries is set to impose a carbon tax—because climate...

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Canada's Carbon Tax Is Going To Mimic Alberta's Plan

OTTAWA — The federal government's plan to impose a carbon tax on provinces that don't do it themselves is expected to mimic the Alberta...

Auckland Seaplanes going green with carbon zero award

A DeHavilland Beaver flown by Auckland Seaplanes. Photo / John King Auckland Seaplanes is New Zealand's first air operator to become a carboNZero...

EU carbon market faces changing hedging strategies, says analyst

Europe's carbon market faces a paradigm shift as utilities may be adjusting their hedging strategies, according to an analyst.A 37 million mt drop in...

EasyJet cuts carbon emissions

EasyJet has cut the carbon emissions of its flights to the lowest-ever rate, according to the airline. The Luton-based carrier said it achieved the reduction...

Bonn talks aim for 100% renewable energy solutions

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Google+ Share on LinkedIn Representatives from major organisations from all over the world gathered in Bonn on May 8 to...

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