Category: Climate Change
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Why Decarbonising Power Is the 21st-Century Economic Upgrade We Can’t Afford to Delay
Renewable energy has overtaken coal in global generation for the first time, highlighting a pivotal shift in power dynamics. Spain’s olive oil crisis exemplifies the economic impacts of climate risks. Accelerating clean energy and storage deployment is essential for resilience, stability, and affordability. Transitioning to renewables is a crucial step for sustainability and energy security.
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The ROI of Resilience: Climate Change as a Risk Management Challenge
Climate change is fundamentally a risk management challenge, requiring businesses and governments to abate, adapt, or suffer losses. Insurers are flagging climate risks, with costs rising for disasters. Effective climate risk strategies involve integrating climate considerations into corporate governance, investing in resilient infrastructure, and modernising practices to prevent systemic economic failures.
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Big Tech, Big Promises, Bigger Emissions: The Truth About Corporate Climate Claims
Corporate climate pledges often lack sincerity and effectiveness, revealing a gap between ambitious promises and actual progress. Major companies are criticised for relying on offsets and creative accounting rather than genuine emissions reduction. The need for transparent, transition-specific targets is paramount, as reputational risks increasingly translate to legal consequences in the climate crisis.
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Sustainability Is Now a Business Imperative – So Are My Podcast Archives
Sustainability is now essential for business, driven by customer, employee, investor, and regulatory demands. To support this shift, I offer two subscription-based podcasts with extensive archives on climate solutions and sustainable supply chains. Access to these resources will aid companies in meeting rising sustainability expectations. Subscribe for €5/month per podcast.
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Clean Energy’s Inflection Point – Why the IEA and ECB Just Supercharged the Transition
Recent reports from the IEA and ECB highlight a decisive shift towards clean energy investment, with global spending expected to surpass $2 trillion this year. The ECB’s policy changes favor low-carbon projects, increasing capital access for clean technologies and penalizing fossil-heavy investments, signaling a structural market transition towards sustainable practices across various sectors.
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A New Era: Renewables Surpass Coal in Global Electricity Generation
For the first time, renewable electricity generation is expected to surpass coal, marking a significant transformation in the global energy landscape. This shift, driven by economic and technological advancements, emphasises the importance of clean energy sources, while also highlighting the need for improved grid flexibility and energy independence.
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Why Electrifying Transport Is No Longer Optional
To achieve climate goals, immediate electrification of all transport modes is essential. Current data shows battery electric vehicles emit 73% less greenhouse gas than traditional petrol cars. Despite misinformation from fossil fuel advocates, EVs offer economic and environmental benefits. A collective shift towards electrification across all transport sectors is imperative for a sustainable future.
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The ICJ’s Landmark Climate Decision: A New Era of Risk for Companies
On 23 July 2025, the ICJ declared climate inaction unlawful, reshaping corporate accountability and regulatory strategies. Governments and corporations must now adhere to binding obligations to combat climate change, directly linking emissions to legal responsibilities. The ruling heightens litigation risks and positions climate strategy as a critical legal concern for all businesses.