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Expert analysis on global energy transitions at @IISD_News. Advancing the transition away from fossil fuels, #RenewableEnergy scale-up, #JustTransition, & more.
In a landmark moment, the @CIJ_ICJ determined states must act to prevent foreseeable climate harm or face international legal responsibility. Our experts explore the ramifications 🔗 iisd.org/articles/deep-…
With #LNG oversupply expected as soon as next year, investments in new projects are a risky bet for 🇨🇦. In @thenarwhalca, IISD’s Steven Haig warns “long-term viability is a serious concern as 🌎 markets shift towards cleaner & more reliable energy sources, like renewables”.…
New #LNG facilities will take years to come online & are likely to overrun their budgets. ➡️LNG Canada Phase 1 took 6yrs to complete & ran 29% over budget. Profitability depends on long-term 🌎 demand + high prices—yet 🆕 research warns this is unlikely. iisd.org/articles/deep-…
“The Carney gov’t should provide clear policy signals to the market about 🇨🇦’s commitment to sustainable investing.” IISD's Jessica Kelly discusses what #Canada can do to grow #SustainableFinance as some banks backslide on #ESG. 🗞️@JWN_DOB dobenergy.com/news/headlines…
In major LNG markets, gov'ts are adopting measures to ⬇️ demand. In 🇨🇳—renewables are replacing coal In 🇯🇵—LNG imports ⬇️8% in 2023 as renewables & nuclear⬆️ In 🇪🇺—🇷🇺 gas is increasingly replaced with local renewables LNG expansion brings 💰 risks for 🇨🇦. iisd.org/articles/deep-…
The energy transition is an opportunity for state power companies in emerging economies to diversify business models + ⬆️ energy security & socio-economic goals. Gov'ts, companies, & the int’l community—including MDBs—can play a role in enabling the shift. iisd.org/publications/r…
📣 Last week to apply—Are you an int'l policy expert with experience in European law & energy or climate policy? We’re looking for a policy advisor to join our team & support work on fossil fuel subsidy reform. Learn more & apply by July 18th: iisd.bamboohr.com/careers/834
Most 🇨🇦 LNG projects are not expected to come online until 2030. Yet: By 2026, the 🌎 could see an oversupply of #LNG By 2030, demand could begin to decline as climate policies ⬆️ Renewables are already the cheapest source of electricity in most markets. iisd.org/articles/deep-…
State power companies control an estimated 50% of 🌎 power generation capacity. New research explores how companies in 🇿🇦, 🇮🇳, 🇻🇳, & 🇮🇩 are advancing decarbonization with lessons learned on just transition, grid integration, & more. 🆕 Report: iisd.org/publications/r…
With renewable & energy storage costs📉, state power companies are well placed to lead the energy transition + deliver reliable, secure, & affordable electricity. 🆕research outlines lessons learned + 🔟 ways companies, gov’ts, & more can maximize impact.…
