The surprise victory is widely seen as a protest vote against Prime Minister Mark Rutte’s government and some of his policies, including a goal to slash nitrogen emissions, which many say will imperil farming operations.
Category: Greenhouse Gas Emissions
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Dutch Pro-Farmer Party Sweeps Elections, Upsetting the Status Quo
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BP, in a Reversal, Says It Will Produce More Oil and Gas
The New York Times – Business:The company said global concerns about energy security prompted the change, as it reported record profits for 2022.
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Are You Switching to a Heat Pump? We Want to Hear From You.
The New York Times – Business:Some people in extremely cold areas of the U.S. are switching to heat pumps from oil or gas furnaces. But others are not convinced that these devices are right for them.
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‘Recession Resilient’ Climate Start-Ups Shine in Tech Downturn
The New York Times – Business:Tech workers and investors are flocking to start-ups that aim to combat climate change.
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Climate Change May Bring New Era of Trade Wars, as E.U. and U.S. Spar
The New York Times – Business:Countries are pursuing new solutions to try to mitigate climate change. More trade fights are likely to come hand in hand.
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The War in Ukraine Upended Energy Markets. What Does That Mean for the Climate?
The New York Times – Business:Almost a year after Russia launched its invasion, assessing the impact on the oil industry and greenhouse gas goals is not so simple.
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UK Approves New Coal Mine, Despite Climate Concerns
The New York Times – Business:Local politicians said the facility, the country’s first new coal mine in decades, would create hundreds of jobs.
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India Chases Clean Energy, but Economic Goals Put Coal First
The New York Times – Business:“I will not compromise on the availability of power,” India’s energy minister has declared in defense of fossil fuel use, which is heavily subsidized.