Overview This CEEW study is the first-of-its-kind exercise to outline multiple pathways for India to attain net-zero emissions, rather than fixating on a single scenario or a single year. The study focuses on insights related to four alternative scenarios: 2030 peak–2050 net-zero, 2030 peak–2060 net-zero, 2040 peak–2070 net-zero, and 2050 peak–2080 net-zero. It also highlights […]
China vows 5-year plan dedicated to climate, but growth, security concerns weigh
Vice premier Han Zheng said in October that the 2021-2025 plan would be “dedicated to addressing climate change” BEIJING: China has promised to dedicate its new “five-year plan” to tackling climate change, but concerns about economic growth and energy security are expected to temper the country’s green ambitions. Vice premier Han Zheng said in October […]
BMW,the UAE,aluminium and reducing CO2
In automotive manufacturing, raw materials and the supply chain are being increasingly scrutinised for lightweighting, better fuel economy and lower CO2 benefits. The use of relatively expensive aluminium is increasing for premium OEMs, but one drawback is that producing aluminium in its raw state (smelting) is highly energy intensive, a potential issue for CO2 calculations. […]
Vietnam aims doubling use of renewables by 2030 to slash CO2
Power shortages loom, but climate fears drive country away from coal reliance HO CHI MINH CITY : Vietnam aims to double use of renewable energy and slash carbon emissions 15% by 2030, which could reduce reliance on coal in a country threatened by climate change and power outages. Solar, wind and other alternative energy will […]
Electric cars emit higher CO2 than diesel cars, says new study
The study done by researches for a German think tank argues that natural gas combustion engines will be more effective in the long run in comparison to electric vehicles considering the current amount of energy used in battery production. New research done by a German think tank ifo suggests that CO2 emissions by a battery-electric […]
