SustainCase newsletter – wk46, November 2022
COP27: Fears of compromise on key 1.5C global temperature issue
A key target to stop climate change raising global temperatures is under threat at the UN summit in Egypt.
COP27 Deal Looks Distant as Loss and Damage Slows Process
The clock is ticking for negotiators who want a decision on the contentious issue of who pays for the impacts of climate change.
COP27 President Pushes for Deal on Divisive Loss and Damage
The president of COP27 is optimistic that a deal on loss and damage, one of the climate summit’s most contentious issues, could be reached.
Lula’s COP27 visit seen as restoring Brazil’s climate credibility
The election of Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva as Brazil’s next president is already boosting the country’s credibility at this year’s U.N. climate negotiations, with the left-wing leader to participate in COP27 in Egypt on Wednesday.
U.S., Japan and partners mobilise $20 billion to move Indonesia away from coal
A coalition of countries will mobilise $20 billion of public and private finance to help Indonesia shut coal power plants.
Case study: How D&G promotes sustainable procurement
November 14, 2022 – Founded in 1999, D&G is a leading manufacturer and service provider of medium and large asphalt mixing plants in China. D&G seeks to establish a stable and sustainable supply chain. Read more.
Case study: How Snam creates economic value for its stakeholders
November 11, 2022 – Snam is one of the world’s leading energy infrastructure operators. Snam is firmly committed to the development of business activities capable of generating value for all its stakeholders. Read more.
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