Tag: RSBI: CLIMATE SOLUTIONS

UNFCCC Secretary-General Warns Global Warming Off Politicians’ Agenda, Urges Urgent Action

United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Secretary-General Simon Still (pictured) said on the 10th that global warming had fallen off the politicians’ agenda, adding that governments and businesses were the key to avoid a significant worsening of climate change. The executive committee said the development bank had two years left. The photo was […]

US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen Pushes for “Constructive” Talks on China’s Overcapacity and Subsidies during Next Trip

US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said on March 27 that she wants to have “constructive” talks on China’s overcapacity and the negative impact of subsidies during her next trip to China, and does not plan to discuss possible retaliation. The photo was taken in Sao Paulo on February 27 (2024 Reuters / Carla Carniel / […]

Janet Yellen Stresses Commitment to G20 Efforts Despite Disagreements on Ukraine and Gaza Statement

Janet Yellen, US Treasury Secretary, said on the 2nd that she is strongly committed to the efforts of the G20 finance ministers, despite disagreement over the wording of a joint statement on the conflict in Ukraine and Gaza. In this photo, US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen gives an interview in Sao Paulo, Brazil on February […]

Farmed Insects to Tackle Jakarta’s Trash Problem

A man is trying to solve the large amount of garbage that has plagued Indonesia’s capital, Jakarta, which has a population of over 10 million people, in recent years by starting a garbage treatment business that uses farm insects. The picture shows a man picking up rubbish covering the coast. Photo taken in Jakarta in […]

COP28 United Nations Climate Change Conference: Big Success or Circus?

28th Conference of the Parties to the UN Climate Change Convention Veers from its Original Purpose December 4th, 2023, Dubai, UAE – The ongoing 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) has garnered comparisons to an extravagant trade show or circus, rather than a solemn gathering […]

International Outcry at COP28 Over Israel’s Actions in Gaza

Countries Criticize Israel at United Nations Climate Change Conference The 28th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates saw some countries criticizing Israel for its recent attack on Gaza, the Palestinian autonomous region. The Turkish President Erdogan was also in attendance for this […]

China’s Rapid Renewable Energy Growth Threatened by Coal Expansion and Rising Energy Consumption

China’s Booming Renewable Energy Sector Faces Challenges A new report released on Wednesday highlights the rapid growth of China’s renewable energy sector, but warns that increasing coal-fired power generation capacity and rising energy consumption are hindering efforts to meet climate change targets. The report, published by the Center for Energy and Clean Air Research (CREA) […]

Transforming Brazilian Agriculture: From Deforestation to Sustainable Soybean Farming

Title: Brazilian Farmer’s Sustainable Approach to Soybean Farming Inspires Land Restoration Movement Subtitle: Ricardo Santinoni transforms 70 hectares into 1,000 hectares of fertile land without cutting down trees When Ricardo Santinoni, a 49-year-old farmer from the state of Goias in central Brazil, started cultivating soybeans 20 years ago, his farming operations covered a modest 70 […]

Challenges Pile Up for Offshore Wind Industry as Costs Rise and Supply Chain Disruptions Continue

The offshore wind industry is facing significant challenges that threaten its ability to contribute to countries’ climate change goals. These challenges include disruptions in the supply chain, design issues with wind turbines, and rising costs. The pressure to reduce dependence on fossil fuels is urging manufacturers and component suppliers to meet the growing demand for […]

Lack of Heat Protections Puts US Workers at Risk for Illness and Death

Record-breaking heat waves have been hitting the United States, posing challenges for workers in sectors like agriculture and construction who can’t easily escape the scorching temperatures. Many individuals are unable or unwilling to take time off from work, even though it puts their health and lives at risk. Awareness groups emphasize that extreme heat is […]