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The Hindu
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
International Student Parliament for Climate Justice held
An International Student Parliament for Climate Justice, organised by the Ecological Department of the CSI Madhya Kerala, has demanded urgent action to address climate crisis. The event, held at CMS College here on Friday, saw school students symbolically representing 17 climate-vulnerable regions around the world from Tuvalu to the Sundarbans and from Greenland to Madagascar. A resolution passed by the parliament called for the immediate intervention of international bodies to bring down global temperatures, emphasising that the crisis is not only ecological or economic but also a spiritual and moral issue requiring ethical reflection and urgent global action. The parliament also highlighted that developed countries, which comprise only 20% of the world's population, are responsible for nearly 80% of historical carbon emissions. Among the key demands raised by the parliament – held in the wake of the upcoming 2025 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) – include an end to development based on fossil fuel, transfer of clean technologies to the Global South, equitable access to energy and divestment by churches and faith-based institutions from fossil fuel investments.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
BP's chief U.S. economist worries China is winning the global energy war. Here's why
The U.S. may produce triple the amount of crude oil, but China is leading the global energy race because of its dominance in building up supply chains for renewable energy and electric vehicles, the chief U.S. economist for BP said. Even as crude oil, natural gas, and coal still lead global energy, clean energy and EVs continue to rise—despite near-term economic headwinds—and that upward trajectory is unlikely to change regardless of politics and tax credits, said Michael Cohen, BP chief US economist and head of oil and refining, speaking May 13 as a keynote at the Enverus Evolve oil and gas conference in Houston. 'The winners over the short term are those that have built up clean technology supply chains. Front and center is China,' Cohen said, noting that China is selling half of the 'new energy' personal vehicles sold worldwide, led by BYD Auto and others. Cohen projects that renewable energy's share of the global energy marketplace will rise from about 15% now to 30% by 2050. Global oil demand likely will peak for good in about 10 years. And U.S. oil production may have plateaued for good near its current highs. The U.S. and others risk failing 'Econ 101' if they believe the renewable energy industry is dying just because of current supply chain and interest rate speed bumps, as well as political headwinds from the Trump administration for renewables, he said. That doesn't mean the U.S. is in a weak place, but it depends on China's supply chains for solar, wind, and, especially, for battery parts for energy storage and EVs. Despite ebbs and flows, the costs for renewables and batteries should continue to fall, Cohen said, along with U.S. decarbonization efforts. Amy Myers Jaffe, director of the Energy, Climate Justice, and Sustainability Lab at New York University, went a step further than Cohen. China is building EVs that can charge in five minutes, Jaffe said, and, pretty soon, self-driving cars will charge themselves while you run errands. The U.S. shouldn't be worried about China trying to funnel cars into the U.S. through Mexico. The U.S. should be worried about trying to sell a gasoline-fueled Chevrolet Suburban that cost 'six figures' (Chevy lists the 2025 Suburban price range from starting at $62,500 to fully loaded at well more than $100,000). 'The question is where will American car companies be able to sell a gasoline truck?' Jaffe asked. 'How is that going to compete in the international marketplace with a $20,000 EV that can charge in five minutes. You need to ask yourselves that question.' Climate change isn't slowing down and changing societal behaviors and purchasing patterns are hard to predict, they said. 'The question is when does that inflection point happen? No one really knows,' Cohen said. 'It doesn't matter,' Jaffe countered, citing the timing and Trump's political actions against renewables. 'The Chinese are coming out with vehicles that are less expensive that are going to eventually be able to charge in five minutes.' China also is winning in the seas, Jaffe said. 'China is now the largest shipbuilder in the world,' she said, and it's focused on utilizing low-carbon marine fuels, which other countries haven't prioritized. 'And they're updating their major ports, like in Shanghai and other ports, to include low-carbon alternatives.' While gas production is bullish in the U.S. amid construction booms for data centers and liquefied natural gas export plants, Jaffe also warned that data centers may not rely on natural gas power as much as anticipated. 'You can't really build a new, natural gas thermal plant in the United States in a year,' Jaffe said, citing concerns on the timing of building new power infrastructure. 'But you could throw some batteries on the grid.' This story was originally featured on Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Jordan Times
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Jordan Times
Prince El Hassan inaugurates regional conference on climate justice in Arab world
HRH Prince El Hassan Bin Talal, President of the Higher Council for Science and Technology (HCST), on Monday inaugurates the regional conference titled 'Climate Justice in the Arab World: Where Do We Stand?' (Petra photo) AJLOUN — HRH Prince El Hassan Bin Talal, President of the Higher Council for Science and Technology (HCST), on Monday inaugurated the regional conference titled 'Climate Justice in the Arab World: Where Do We Stand?' The three-day event, held in Ajloun Governorate, is organised by the American Friends Service Committee (AFSC – Quakers) in partnership with the Royal Academy for Nature Conservation. In his opening remarks, Prince El Hassan called for redefining 'scarcity' as a driver of regional solidarity and cooperation, highlighting the Arab world's 'acute vulnerability to the impacts of climate change.' He also stressed that climate justice cannot be realised if communities are seen merely as recipients of aid, underscoring the need to empower people and foster dialogue to translate knowledge and expertise into community-led local action. Prince El Hassan also urged for an integrated resource management approach, linking water, food, energy and ecosystems, as a path toward sustainable outcomes that bolster both climate and food security. He also called on Arab governments to adopt this model as a regional policy. Highlighting the need for collective knowledge-sharing among Arab states, Prince El Hassan emphasised the importance of inclusive dialogue, good governance, and a holistic vision to balance human development with environmental protection and ensure a better future for the next generations. He also renewed his call to establish a regional socio-economic council that can reshape Western perceptions of the Levant (Mashreq) and represent the region internationally in ways that reflect its real needs and promote integration based on equity and mutual respect. AFSC Regional Director Khaled Kooz said that achieving climate justice in the region is inseparable from realising human justice. He noted that populations most affected by war and conflict in the Arab world are also the most exposed to the impacts of climate change. Kooz also stressed the need to link human rights and environmental justice, noting that protecting human rights must be a priority in all development and environmental initiatives. He added that the conference is part of AFSC's broader 'Regional Dialogue' programme, which aims to build bridges among diverse communities and promote shared understanding of key regional issues. He emphasised that the complex challenges facing the region require collective, cross-border solutions rather than isolated efforts. The conference gathers experts, researchers, academics, environmental activists, and civil society representatives from Jordan, Palestine, and Lebanon. It features discussions on climate change, environmental justice, historical and political contexts, and the role of active movements working on environmental and climate issues in the Arab world.
New Indian Express
27-04-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Telangana delegates call for climate justice for developing countries
HYDERABAD: Amid global climate policy rollbacks, the 'Accelerating Climate Justice' panel at Bharat Summit 2025 issued a strong call for urgent, equitable action. Speakers from Japan, New Zealand, Latin America, and Nigeria highlighted the deep inequities in climate impacts, stressing the need for technology transfers, fair funding, and a 'just transition' for vulnerable nations and workers. Masaharu Nakagawa, former Japanese minister, warned that developing countries bear a disproportionate burden from emissions by major economies. He endorsed the Paris Agreement's goals but urged immediate steps, proposing the global expansion of Japan's greenhouse gas credit system. Former New Zealand energy minister Megan Woods championed a 'just transition' to protect workers, warning against right-wing narratives stalling climate action. 'Climate action means better jobs and living standards,' she said, lamenting policy reversals like renewed fossil fuel exploration. Bringing an African perspective, Oseloka H Obaze of Nigeria's Liberal Party condemned the paradox of Africa's minimal emissions yet catastrophic climate impacts. 'Africa cannot fight climate change while people die of hunger,' he said, criticising the failure of wealthy nations to fulfill funding promises. Obaze called for grant-based support, not loans that deepen debt, and advocated for a collaborative approach rooted in shared innovation and solidarity.
