On National Miners Day, we join together to show our appreciation for the miners—past and present—that power our homes, support our national defense and have built our nation with their hands. Today thousands of miners work in over 13,000 mines across the United States to supply the country with critical minerals, materials and metals. In […]
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Storm Darragh has left approximately 395,000 homes, farms, and businesses without power, as reported by the Electricity Supply Board (ESB). The storm, which struck overnight, brought winds of up to 140 km/h, with Galway among the worst-hit regions. The ESB is currently assessing the extent of the damage to the power network and will provide […]
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In an unprecedented move, Romania’s Constitutional Court (CCR) has annulled the results of the first round of the 2024 presidential election, calling for entirely new elections. This decision follows revelations of foreign interference and irregularities in campaign financing, placing the country in an uncertain political position with potentially far-reaching consequences. The first round of voting […]
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As the venture capital landscape grapples with a downturn marked by record down rounds and liquidity struggles, Europe’s secondary market for venture capital (VC) investments is quietly growing. While secondary markets in the U.S. have matured with major funds like StepStone Group closing a $3.3 billion fund in 2023, Europe’s market remains in its early […]
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Brisbane, Calif. – Heirloom, a prominent U.S.-based Direct Air Capture (DAC) company, has successfully raised $150 million in Series B funding to scale its innovative carbon removal technology. The round was co-led by Future Positive and Lowercarbon Capital, with notable participation from high-profile investors, including Japan Airlines, Mitsubishi Corporation (Americas), Mitsui & Co., Ltd., and […]
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On December 6, 2024, Qatar marked a significant milestone in its sustainability journey with the official listing of its first green bonds on the London Stock Exchange (LSE). This initiative underscores the nation’s growing commitment to sustainable development and reinforces its active role in the global push for a low-carbon economy. Green Bonds as a […]
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BNP Paribas Asset Management (BNPP AM) has introduced its inaugural private equity fund dedicated to accelerating the energy transition in Europe. The BNP Paribas Low Carbon Transition Infrastructure Equity Fund I is set to raise €750 million, with a significant €400 million anchor commitment from BNP Paribas Group, positioning the fund as a key player […]
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Addressing the conference in Kyiv on reclaiming human rights and preserving dignity, High Commissioner Volker Türk once again voiced his “full solidarity” with the Ukrainian people and concern over the latest wave of attacks on energy facilities as temperatures plummet. “Children, older people and those with disabilities will suffer most,” he added. Relentless assault “From […]
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Titled ‘The Syrian Government Detention System as a Tool of Violent Repression,’ the report from the UN International, Impartial and Independent Mechanism (IIIM) draws on over 300 witness interviews, medical forensic evidence and the Syrian Government’s own documentation. It reveals widespread human rights violations including sexual violence and enforced disappearances. “Our report lays bare the […]
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Today marks 600 days of war in Sudan – a war that has generated what the UN calls “a freight train of suffering.” Even as ongoing crises in Ukraine and Gaza draw more international attention, Sudan has become the site of a declared famine and the world’s largest current displacement crisis. While international attention remains […]
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