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Beijing seeks a difficult balance in AI regulation

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CHINA

While their progress is good news for the Chinese economy, it puts the government in a conundrum. Beijing understands that fulfilling its economic and political ambitions requires…

Egypt’s green hydrogen industry is taking off

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EGYPT

Deals worth EUR40bn (USD44bn) covering renewable energy and green hydrogen were signed at June's EU-Egypt investment conference. They promise to help Cairo decarbonise local…

Corporate climate reporting is underestimating risks

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INTERNATIONAL

However, there is a danger of these impact assessments understating the costs of the global temperature rise already happening, and of action needed to restrain it.

Zambia plans a larger state role in the mining sector

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ZAMBIA

Large quantities of the critical minerals needed for the green transition are found in Central Africa and this has spurred a boom in mining and infrastructure, of which the…

Data centre plans will exacerbate Chile's water issues

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CHILE

This is part of Chile’s plan to diversify its economy and become a regional digital hub. However, local communities are increasingly concerned about the environmental impact of…

US oil and gas sector stays strong under Biden for now

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UNITED STATES

President Joe Biden has adopted a gradual approach to replacing fossil fuels with renewable resources, but a second term would see him under greater pressure to address record…

Greek tourism sector faces sustainability issues

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GREECE

The sector is key for the country’s economy, accounting for up to one-quarter of annual economic output. However, the growing number of visitors is exerting pressure on local…

Australia emission standards will have limited impact

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AUSTRALIA

Although raising fuel efficiency standards as a means of reducing emissions has been a high-profile issue for the government, last-minute concessions to the automotive sector will…

Serbia may be more open to nuclear power

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SERBIA

Amendments to the energy law have been put forward that would legally implement the abolition of the ban, paving the way for developing nuclear energy projects.

US climate risk disclosure rule doubts will persist

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UNITED STATES

In April, the SEC voluntarily suspended the rule's implementation pending the review. Eleven legal cases brought before various courts by companies, states and NGOs challenging…