Emissions
Coverage of Emissions in the Nexus archive.
- China faces major emissions dilemma in steel sector
China's steel sector faces a critical decision on blast furnace relining by 2030, with three-quarters of capacity needing renewal. Experts warn that using traditional methods could lock in 34 gigatons of emissions, while adopting new technologies might reduce this by two-thirds. Zhang Yan, advisor to the China Iron & Steel Research Institute, highlighted the dilemma.
- Natural Resources Governance Institute seeks stronger methane rules enforcement in Niger Delta
The Natural Resources Governance Institute is advocating for stronger enforcement of methane rules in the Niger Delta. The organization emphasizes that companies should actively manage and reduce emissions, not just disclose them.
- A new fertilizer method mimics lightning — and could help farmers cut costs and emissions
An emerging fertilizer method that mimics lightning aims to help farmers cut costs and emissions. Despite skepticism, it is gaining interest due to a fertilizer shortage caused by wars in the Middle East.
- The German town cutting emissions with play cash
A German town in a remote Bavarian region developed the 'Chiemgauer' currency as a school project to support local businesses. The initiative now helps reduce emissions by promoting local economic activity.
- The German town that prints its own money to cut emissions
A remote Bavarian town created the 'Chiemgauer' currency as a school project to support local businesses. The initiative now helps reduce emissions by promoting local economic activity.
- UN votes to affirm responsibility to mitigate climate change, while US votes against
The United Nations voted to affirm that countries have a responsibility to protect people from climate change. The U.S. was among a small number of member states that voted against the resolution, which was brought by Vanuatu and calls for steps to reduce emissions and prevent climate damage.
- Australia’s coalmine emissions are increasing. Is this how a major policy to cut climate pollution is meant to work?
Australian coalmine emissions increased in the past financial year, with 80% of mines exceeding government-imposed limits, despite the Albanese government's policy overhaul aimed at reducing climate pollution. The article questions the effectiveness of using carbon offsets as a solution.