IEA’s Birol debunks three myths about global energy crisis
Fatih Birol, executive director of the International Energy Agency (IEA), wrote an op-ed for the Financial Times
Subsidies for fossil fuels doubled in 2021 and continue to increase
Support for fossil fuels doubled in 2021 compared to the year before to nearly USD 700 billion, slowing progress toward climate goals
Pakistan climate disaster – biggest emitters should take responsibility and help
Pakistan is suffering the devastating effects of climate change, with questions raised about global solidarity, but also responsibility
Serbia’s NECP on public review until September 5
Serbia is mulling the option for its NECP to start adding small modular reactors in 2032. The emissions reduction is seen at 34.2% to 44.4% by 2030.
Drought lowers hydropower plant output in Serbia, Europe
The water flow in Serbia's hydropower system dropped by a half, increasing the need for electricity imports, but the situation is similar across Europe
Heatwaves, drought hit Europe in world’s third warmest July ever
Prolonged and intense heatwaves affected parts of Europe during July and are continuing in August
Norway to impose power export controls
Norway is preparing a framework for limiting electricity exports at times when the levels of water in hydropower accumulations are low
US chooses to step up climate action with landmark bill
The US Senate has approved a bill that allocates USD 369 billion for combating climate change