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Some academic actuaries say we are not overestimating climate and biodiversity risks. Unmitigated climate change and nature-driven risks have been hugely underestimated, they say
15th Feb 25, 9:15am
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Some academic actuaries say we are not overestimating climate and biodiversity risks. Unmitigated climate change and nature-driven risks have been hugely underestimated, they say
Inside the political struggle at the IPCC that will determine the next six years of climate science
30th Jul 24, 9:23am
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Inside the political struggle at the IPCC that will determine the next six years of climate science
Microsoft's 2024 sustainability report shows the tech giant's indirect emissions have risen by 30.9% since 2020
16th May 24, 4:18pm
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Microsoft's 2024 sustainability report shows the tech giant's indirect emissions have risen by 30.9% since 2020
Keith Woodford says dividing up methane liabilities requires judgements as to who should bear the burden
23rd Jan 24, 4:09pm
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Keith Woodford says dividing up methane liabilities requires judgements as to who should bear the burden
Calculating methane emissions requires a mix of science and value judgements, writes Keith Woodford
16th Jan 24, 9:07am
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Calculating methane emissions requires a mix of science and value judgements, writes Keith Woodford
COP28 missed the chance to set a firm, scientifically-backed benchmark for future fossil fuel use, Alaa Khourdajie, Chris Bataille & Lars Nilsson says
15th Dec 23, 9:47am
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COP28 missed the chance to set a firm, scientifically-backed benchmark for future fossil fuel use, Alaa Khourdajie, Chris Bataille & Lars Nilsson says
The disagreement between two climate scientists that could decide our future
12th Dec 23, 7:02am
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The disagreement between two climate scientists that could decide our future
Angus Kebbell reviews the farmer joint submission to the Climate Change Commission and wonders why, if everyone agrees about the science, why is there disagreement about the targets?
11th Nov 23, 9:39am
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Angus Kebbell reviews the farmer joint submission to the Climate Change Commission and wonders why, if everyone agrees about the science, why is there disagreement about the targets?
Ailie Gallant & Kimberley Reid say we haven’t yet failed to meet the Paris climate targets, but July's record heat shows we are dangerously close to the line
14th Sep 23, 10:38am
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Ailie Gallant & Kimberley Reid say we haven’t yet failed to meet the Paris climate targets, but July's record heat shows we are dangerously close to the line
Sean Rush & Katharine Moody say NZ needs to be more realistic when it comes to policy development regarding sea-level rise projections & managed retreat
26th May 23, 10:33am
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Sean Rush & Katharine Moody say NZ needs to be more realistic when it comes to policy development regarding sea-level rise projections & managed retreat
The IPCC’s calls for emissions cuts have gone unheeded for too long – should it change the way it reports on climate change?
25th Apr 23, 5:00am
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The IPCC’s calls for emissions cuts have gone unheeded for too long – should it change the way it reports on climate change?
NIWA's Craig Stevens on why New Zealand's looking offshore for future renewable energy
17th Apr 23, 4:48pm
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NIWA's Craig Stevens on why New Zealand's looking offshore for future renewable energy
Bridget Coates argues NZ must harness the collective power & expertise of our public & financial sector for the transition to a more resilient economy
24th Mar 23, 10:04am
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Bridget Coates argues NZ must harness the collective power & expertise of our public & financial sector for the transition to a more resilient economy
IPCC report author Bronwyn Hayward says New Zealand cities can tackle transport and construction emissions themselves
21st Mar 23, 12:47pm
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IPCC report author Bronwyn Hayward says New Zealand cities can tackle transport and construction emissions themselves
The 2023 update from the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change has found that the world is likely to miss its most ambitious climate target - limiting warming to +1.5 degrees C
21st Mar 23, 9:09am
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The 2023 update from the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change has found that the world is likely to miss its most ambitious climate target - limiting warming to +1.5 degrees C
Katharine Moody says we should tackle climate adaptation planning with a clear understanding of the likelihood of events unfolding, rather than from the perspective of the full range of possibilities
9th Aug 22, 9:16am
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Katharine Moody says we should tackle climate adaptation planning with a clear understanding of the likelihood of events unfolding, rather than from the perspective of the full range of possibilities
How New Zealand could become a world leader in decarbonisation using forestry and geothermal technology
17th May 22, 9:57am
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How New Zealand could become a world leader in decarbonisation using forestry and geothermal technology
David Hall looks at how New Zealand could reduce emissions faster and rely less on offsets to reach net zero
8th Apr 22, 1:41pm
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David Hall looks at how New Zealand could reduce emissions faster and rely less on offsets to reach net zero
IPCC finds the world has its best chance yet to slash emissions – if it seizes the opportunity
5th Apr 22, 9:20am
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IPCC finds the world has its best chance yet to slash emissions – if it seizes the opportunity
Guy Trafford reviews the latest grim IPCC climate assessment, along with watching highlights of throwback farm management, Government minister's backflips, and the risks of maladaption
4th Mar 22, 8:51am
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Guy Trafford reviews the latest grim IPCC climate assessment, along with watching highlights of throwback farm management, Government minister's backflips, and the risks of maladaption
Guy Trafford sees new questions about changing land use to monocultures such as pine with no foreseeable plans for harvesting, and their GHG emissions, and with very limited contribution to ecological ecosystems
16th Sep 21, 10:44am
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Guy Trafford sees new questions about changing land use to monocultures such as pine with no foreseeable plans for harvesting, and their GHG emissions, and with very limited contribution to ecological ecosystems
Guy Trafford looks at what the latest IPCC report shows for New Zealand agriculture and the news isn't all bad at all - even if it is just a modelled prediction. But at least these simulations have proven accurate so far
13th Aug 21, 12:06pm
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Guy Trafford looks at what the latest IPCC report shows for New Zealand agriculture and the news isn't all bad at all - even if it is just a modelled prediction. But at least these simulations have proven accurate so far
The Financial Markets Authority moves to establish guidelines for the 'flavour of the month' green bond market against the backdrop of growing international concerns about climate change
7th Oct 19, 8:01am
The Financial Markets Authority moves to establish guidelines for the 'flavour of the month' green bond market against the backdrop of growing international concerns about climate change
There is no reason for ‘carbon guilt’ over New Zealand's meat or milk says Federated Farmers, who claim the advantages we hold benefit the world
10th Aug 19, 9:47am
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There is no reason for ‘carbon guilt’ over New Zealand's meat or milk says Federated Farmers, who claim the advantages we hold benefit the world
Government's industry-average rural climate change plans will mean gains innovative farmers make through adopting new technologies and management won't be recognised
17th Jul 19, 9:39am
Government's industry-average rural climate change plans will mean gains innovative farmers make through adopting new technologies and management won't be recognised