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I'm an energy and environment multimedia journalist, based in Brussels. I specialise in EU politics and EU policy, particularly around energy, climate, environment and circular economy. I've covered stories, both on the politics and practicalities of these topics. Previously, I was an investigative journalist with Coda Story in the Republic of Georgia and political journalist in the south-west of England.
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The Jolt Rundown
China has filed a complaint with the World Trade Organisation against the US electric vehicle subsidies, claiming they are discriminatory. Indian refineries have stopped accepting Russian crude oil, with customs officials checking sanctioned shipping companies. Thailand has launched a hybrid energy project combining solar panels and hydropower. Danish wind developer Ørsted has decided to invest in the Sunrise Wind project, set to be the largest US offshore wind farm. Azerbaijan, Brazil, and the UAE have committed to updated climate plans adhering to the Paris Agreement's 1.5°C goal. The Jolt team discusses the impact of geopolitics on the energy transition and the role of legal cases in climate policies.
Eye View of Methane Emissions
Addressing methane emissions is crucial for limiting global warming and preventing drastic climate change. MethaneSAT, launched earlier this month, aims to track 80% of the world's oil and gas industry emissions with unmatched accuracy. Daniel Zavala from the Environmental Defense Fund discusses the satellite project on the Watt Matters podcast, emphasizing the need for precise data to tackle methane emissions effectively.
Is small the new big for nuclear?
The United States government is making its largest investment into industrial decarbonisation, with plans to invest up to $6 billion in projects to reduce emissions. The EU's environment ministers are considering a 90% emissions cut by 2040, with business support. Australia is set to introduce vehicle efficiency standards to significantly reduce emissions from new vehicles by 2030. Shipping companies are benefiting from the EU's inclusion of the maritime sector in its carbon market. The EU is also promoting the development of small modular reactors, with discussions featuring representatives from Rolls Royce SMR and nucleareurope, as well as skepticism from Greenpeace.
The Jolt Rundown
The Jolt provides updates on global energy and climate news, including the UK's carbon border tax plan, US-Ukraine relations regarding drone strikes on Russian refineries, Nigeria's offshore pipeline project to Morocco, and the EU's electricity production report. Norway's first offshore wind farm will be built by a consortium including IKEA's parent company. A US startup plans to build the world's largest aircraft for transporting wind turbine components. The episode also discusses satellite monitoring of the climate crisis and Japan's wind power initiatives.
Are oil and gas bad for the climate?
The United States has implemented new vehicle pollution standards, projected to save seven billion tons of carbon emissions annually. EU transport emissions are rising, potentially accounting for nearly half of Europe's greenhouse gases by 2030. Small island states seek greater ambition ahead of COP29. South Korea's electricity price hikes are attributed to fossil fuel dependence and a delayed energy transition. KLM faced a court ruling for misleading advertising. The US solar industry's overreliance on imports is highlighted, while Chile boasts the world's first solar-powered air traffic control radar station. Carbon Tracker's Maeve O’Connor discussed oil and gas companies' alignment with the Paris Agreement, revealing subpar performance with the best grade being a 'D'.
Keeping the ETS faith
The European Union's emissions trading system (ETS) saw a record high of over €100 per tonne of CO2 last year, but prices have since dropped to around €50 per tonne. Experts Hæge Fjellheim and Marion Labatut discuss the potential impacts on Europe's energy transition, including a possible short-term increase in CO2 emissions from coal power plants. Key global energy stories include Saudi Aramco's CEO criticizing the energy transition, the US government's optimistic report on geothermal power, and TotalEnergies' investment in a US carbon capture project. Other notable updates include calls for Nigeria to declare a state of emergency in its power sector and the UK's need for significant investment in its electricity grid.
The Green Brief: Four Revolutionary Years for European Climate Policy
The Green Brief from Euractiv reflects on the significant progress made by the European Union since the launch of the Green Deal in December 2019. Despite challenges such as the pandemic and war, the EU has doubled its climate objectives, reduced reliance on Russian fossil fuels, and accelerated the clean energy transition. The article discusses the legislative achievements, ongoing challenges, and the need for continued ambition and implementation of agreed policies to ensure energy sovereignty and address the climate crisis.
Parliament votes to water down EU’s packaging waste law
The European Parliament voted to adopt a position on legislation aimed at reducing packaging waste, but weakened key measures such as reuse and bans on unnecessary packaging due to political division and industry lobbying. The vote passed with 426 in favor, 125 against, and 74 abstentions. The Parliament's position includes reducing unnecessary packaging by up to 15% by 2040 and cutting plastic packaging by 20% by the same year. Environmental groups criticized the weakened measures, while conservative lawmakers and industry groups largely welcomed the vote. Negotiations with EU member states and the European Commission will now commence to finalize the law.
EU Parliament weakens regulation on packaging waste
The European Parliament has adopted a weakened stance on a law aimed at reducing packaging waste, following intense debate and lobbying. The legislation, which initially aimed to promote recycling and set new targets for reuse and waste prevention, saw key measures diluted, including those on reusable packaging and bans on unnecessary packaging. The decision has drawn criticism from environmental organizations and left-leaning politicians, who see it as a missed opportunity, while conservative members and industry groups have welcomed the reduced regulatory burden. The next step involves negotiations with EU member states and the European Commission to finalize the law.
The European Parliament 'softens' the EU packaging waste law
The European Parliament adopted a softened stance on the EU packaging waste law, reducing some key measures aimed at waste reduction. The legislation, which initially sought to significantly cut packaging waste through recycling and reuse targets, faced political division and intense lobbying. The final position includes reduced targets for unnecessary packaging and specific measures for plastic reduction, but weakens reuse goals and bans on certain single-use items. Environmental groups criticized the changes, while center-right and conservative MEPs, along with industry groups, welcomed the adjustments. The debate continues as the law moves to trilogue negotiations with EU member states and the European Commission.
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