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• [New] ADB's interventions range from supporting national adaptation plans to financing climate-informed investment projects that improve water infrastructure, promote water-saving technologies, and enable risk-adapted agricultural practices. UNITAR
• [New] From infrastructure investment and law enforcement to behavioral change and international partnerships, Lagos is gradually building the resilience it needs to withstand climate-related risks. TheCable
• [New] Atrium Health has signed the HHS Health Care Sector Pledge and committed to meet the Biden administration's climate goal of reducing emissions by 50% by 2030 and achieving net zero emissions by 2050. Atrium Health
• [New] The adoption of EVs, along with the integration of autonomous vehicles and smart city solutions, has the potential to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to global efforts to combat climate change. Automobilnews News - The first AI News Portal world wid
• [New] Energy Transition Paradox: Indonesia has ambitious climate targets, including aiming for carbon neutrality by 2060 and increasing renewables' contribution to electricity generation. EXAPUTRA
• [New] Coal production would soar 84% by 2045 - a year when scientists say carbon emissions need to be near net zero to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. Inside Climate News
• [New] A new European Commission report finds the EU is nearly on track to meet its 2030 climate goals, including a 55% cut in greenhouse gas emissions from 1990 levels. FTI Strategic Communications
• [New] The EMDE Investor Taskforce is an industry-led initiative which aims to unlock capital to address climate change risks and tackle the barriers preventing finance from flowing into emerging markets by bringing together leaders from across the UK investment community. JD Supra
• [New] The climate impact of Donald Trump's geopolitical ambitions could deepen planetary catastrophe, triggering a global military buildup that accelerates greenhouse gas emissions, a leading expert has warned. The Guardian
• [New] By making visitors aware of their carbon footprint and encouraging them to take steps to minimize their environmental impact, Hawaii hopes to cultivate a culture of sustainability among travelers. Trends Newsline
• [New] Global demand for Climate Adaptation and Resilience (Climate A & R) investments will reach between $0.5 trillion and $1.3 trillion by 2030, indicating huge economic potential. Wodne Sprawy
• Climate change will continue to be a major concern in 2025, with several countries expected to take significant steps to reduce their carbon emissions. Professional Bridge
• Denmark, through its Climate Act passed in 2019, ensures its commitment to reducing carbon emissions to 70% below 1990 levels by 2030 and achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. SpringerLink
• Japanese banks, especially JBIC, are enabling the continued buildout of coal and gas infrastructure in Southeast Asia, putting climate goals and local communities at risk. Banktrack
• Investment Needs: As presented by AEF, Africa's energy sector requires investment to more than double from USD 90 billion today to meet energy and climate goals by 2030, with nearly two-thirds allocated to clean energy. ALN | Africa Legal Network
• Canada Pension Plan Investments has dropped a net-zero by 2050 target for carbon emissions, according to an annual report released on Wednesday, following several Canadian financial institutions that have backtracked on climate commitments. CBC
• Aza Aceros has firmly recommitted to its ambitious climate goal of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050, positioning the Chilean steel manufacturer at the forefront of sustainability efforts within Latin America's industrial sector. OREACO
• UK government ministers are convening an industry-led initiative to unlock private investment aimed at tackling climate change and seizing sustainable opportunities across emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs). IPE
• BMW globally integrates sustainability across environmental, social, and governance aspects, aiming for a 40-million-tonne reduction in carbon emissions by 2030 across its value and supply chains. null
• Even if greenhouse gas emissions are reduced, different parts of the world could still be affected by climate change. The Conversation
• An EMERCOM report highlights key risk factors in the Russian Arctic, including growing cargo traffic on the NSR, new investment projects, aging icebreaker fleets, and climate change. ArcticToday

Last updated: 22 June 2025