Category: Sustainability

EnergyPolicySustainability

Global Coal Consumption Reaches All-Time High Despite Renewable Energy Boom

Global coal consumption reached unprecedented levels in 2024 despite exponential growth in renewable energy, according to a comprehensive climate assessment. The report indicates countries are falling dangerously behind emissions reduction targets needed to limit global warming to 1.5°C.

Record Coal Use Threatens Climate Goals

Global coal consumption reached a record high in 2024 despite significant growth in renewable energy sources, according to the annual State of Climate Action report published Wednesday. The findings indicate that countries are falling dangerously behind their emissions reduction targets, threatening international efforts to limit global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels as outlined in the Paris Agreement.

by Elisa Romero
EnvironmentPolicySustainability

Deep-Sea Mining Rush Sparks Geopolitical Tensions and Environmental Concerns

The transition to electric vehicles is driving an unprecedented geopolitical competition for deep-sea minerals, analysts suggest. Environmental experts warn that unregulated mining could damage fragile ocean ecosystems while reproducing historical resource rivalries.

The New Resource Frontier

The global shift toward electric vehicles is triggering a geopolitical race for deep-sea mineral resources, according to recent reports. Sources indicate that major world powers are increasingly focused on securing access to critical minerals found on the ocean floor, with the United States and China both taking significant steps to strengthen their positions in this emerging sector.

by Elisa Romero
EnergyMaritimeSustainability

EU-Backed APOLO Initiative Aims to Transform Shipping with Ammonia-to-Hydrogen Technology

A European consortium is advancing ammonia cracking technology to decarbonize maritime transport. The project aims to create modular fuel systems compatible with both fuel cells and combustion engines. Industry analysts suggest this could significantly impact shipping emissions.

Breakthrough in Maritime Decarbonization

The shipping industry is poised for a significant transformation as the APOLO project develops advanced ammonia cracking technologies to enable cleaner maritime fuel alternatives, according to project reports. This European Union-funded initiative aims to address one of transportation’s most challenging decarbonization sectors through innovative hydrogen production methods.

by Nathan Cole