Global CO2 emissions to hit record high in 2024, report says
The bulk of these emissions are from burning coal, oil and gas.
Wed Nov 13 2024
Fossil fuel 'phase out' put on table for COP28 climate talks
According to the Global Carbon Budget report, CO2 emissions from coal, oil and gas are still rising, driven by India and China.
Tue Dec 05 2023
Can Paris 2024 deliver a 'climate positive' Olympics?
Organisers insist they can halve CO2 emissions from the estimated 3.5 million tonnes generated during the 2012 London and 2016 Rio Games.
Sat Mar 18 2023
Oslo to become the first major city with 100% electric public transport
The goal is to offer users and residents of the city an improved quality of life, with less pollution, less noise and greater comfort.
Sat Oct 22 2022
AirAsia to reduce CO2 emissions via flight operations optimisation solution
Once installed initially on 17 aircraft, it would save 3,764 tonnes of CO2 per year or the equivalent of 62,700 urban trees planted.
Thu Jun 02 2022
IEA says global CO2 emissions rising again after nearly 6 pct fall last year
Major economies led a rebound in December when emissions were 2 pct, or 60 million tonnes
Tue Mar 02 2021
Here's why you should probably turn your camera off during your video conferences
Before the arrival of the pandemic, internet traffic accounted for about 3.7% of global greenhouse gas emissions.
Tue Jan 19 2021
Malaysia's first carbon credit company to offset CO2 emissions
Malaysia's first carbon credit rating company hopes to see other states follow Kelantan's move after the state has given the company 25 per cent of its land mass for forest preservation and to reduce
Wed Feb 01 2017
Volkswagen says off hook on CO2 emissions
After it plunged into its deepest ever crisis, Volkswagen shares went sharply higher on the Frankfurt stock exchange on Wednesday.
Wed Dec 09 2015
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024