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Growing Fossil Fuel Influence Exposed: 480 Carbon Capture Advocates at COP29 - Center for International Environmental Law

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At least 369 lobbyists for companies and groups that advocate for a misguided technology that prolongs fossil fuel use have gained access to the COP29 climate talks.

#ccs #ccus #lobbyists #kickccspollutersout #cop29

23h ago

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UN Biodiversity Conference Reaffirms Geoengineering Moratorium but Falls Short on Fossil Fuel Phaseout - Center for International Environmental Law

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CBD COP16 closes, marking a pivotal step for biodiversity with historic decision on participation of Indigenous Peoples and People of African descent.

#biodiversity #geoengineering

on Nov 3

From ciel.org

International Investment Law and ISDS: Overcoming Legal Barriers to Effective Climate Action under the UNFCCC and the Paris Agreement - Center for International Environmental Law

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This brief shows how ISDS lets foreign investors sue governments over climate policies, hindering global efforts, especially in fossil fuels.

on Thu, 2PM

From ciel.org

Appeal Ruling Grants Shell Temporary Reprieve but Reaffirms Obligation for Fossil Fuel Companies to Limit Carbon Emissions

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"The Court reaffirmed that companies have the legal obligation to reduce emissions even in the absence of a specific standard regulating the conduct of private actors. It is only a matter of time before carbon majors are held responsible for the immense costs and harms their operations inflict...

on Tue, 11AM

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CBD COP16: A Crucial Moment To Address Oil and Gas Threats to Biodiversity - Center for International Environmental Law

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COP16 is a crucial moment for governments to align biodiversity protection with climate action. Addressing the threat of offshore oil and gas is key.

on Oct 30

From ciel.org

New UN Report Adds to Chorus of Calls for Canada to Shut Down Line 5 Oil Pipeline - Center for International Environmental Law

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Canada Oil and gas pipeline projects must secure Free, Prior, & Informed Consent of affected Indigenous Peoples over safe drinking water and sanitation.

on Oct 17

From ciel.org

An Imperfect Storm: Hurricane Helene Exposes Insurers’ Climate Hypocrisy - Center for International Environmental Law

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Insurance companies facilitate climate change by financing fossil fuels — and then seek to raise rates because of the damage it causes. Published October 7, 2024 By Lindsay Fenlock, Senior Researcher at the Center for International Environmental Law, Charles Slidders, Senior Attorney, Financial...

on Oct 8

From ciel.org

New Report Reveals US Petrochemical Buildout Undermines Global Climate Goals - Center for International Environmental Law

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A new report from CIEL reveals that new US petrochemical projects could surpass annual emissions from all US commercial aviation.

on Sep 25

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The US Petrochemical Buildout: America’s Next Big Climate Mistake - Center for International Environmental Law

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The US petrochemical buildout is a leap in the wrong direction — one that will lock in fossil fuel demand. Here is why we must reconsider these projects.

on Sep 24

From ciel.org

Victory: Colombia Strengthens Environmental Democracy with the Constitutionality of the Escazú Agreement - Center for International Environmental Law

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Colombia’s Constitutional Court decision to affirm the Escazú Agreement’s constitutionality is a milestone for environmental democracy.

on Sep 7

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Insuring the Climate Crisis: New Bill Aims to Rein in Predatory Insurance Practices - Center for International Environmental Law

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A new bill proposed in the New York State Legislature aims to use state regulatory authority over insurance markets to address runaway insurance costs and growing coverage gaps driven by mounting climate change impacts.

on Jun 28

From ciel.org

Fossil Fuel Lobbyists Outnumber National Delegations, Scientists, and Indigenous Peoples at Plastics Treaty Negotiations - Center for International Environmental Law

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196 lobbyists registered for the fourth round of the Plastics Treaty negotiations in Ottawa (INC-4), as calls to address plastic production grow.

on Apr 26

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Plastic and Climate: The Hidden Costs of a Plastic Planet - Center for International Environmental Law

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The plastic pollution crisis that overwhelms our oceans is also a significant and growing threat to the Earth’s climate. At current levels, greenhouse gas emissions from the plastic lifecycle threaten the ability of the global community to keep global temperature rise below1.5°C. With the...

on Apr 14

From ciel.org

Historic Climate Ruling: States Must Step up Climate Action to Protect Human Rights

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Historic judgment: For the first time, an international human rights court ruled on the inadequacy of States’ climate action. The climate crisis is a human rights crisis, and States have human rights obligations to act urgently and effectively to prevent further devastation and harm to people...

on Apr 9

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CIEL Joins Roșia Montană Community in Celebrating Historic End to Struggle - Center for International Environmental Law

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In a historic decision by the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID), Canadian mining company Gabriel Resources lost its damage claim against the government of Romania.

on Mar 13

From ciel.org

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS): Frequently Asked Questions - Center for International Environmental Law

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This is a compilation of some of our most frequently asked questions related to carbon capture and storage (CCS).

on Mar 12

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Offshore Carbon Capture and Storage: No Solution to Fossil Fuel Pollution - Center for International Environmental Law

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A CIEL report sheds light on the risks of Offshore Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) and the negative impact on our environment, climate, and communities globally.

on Nov 30

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Deep Trouble: The Risks of Offshore Carbon Capture and Storage (November 2023) - Center for International Environmental Law

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Deep Trouble: The Risks of Offshore Carbon Capture and Storage explains the threat presented by a massive buildout of offshore CCS infrastructure and uncovers the government financing and fossil fuel interests enabling and advancing this new wave of projects.

on Nov 17, 2023

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Fossil Fuel and Chemical Industries Registered More Lobbyists at Plastics Treaty Talks than 70 Countries Combined - Center for International Environmental Law

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143 industry lobbyists have registered to attend the third session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee to advance a global plastics treaty.

on Nov 16, 2023

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CIEL Reacts to EU Climate and Security Statement

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Europe's response to the threat of solar geoengineering must uphold the precautionary principle and strengthen restrictive governance.

on Oct 20, 2023