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UK Government Departments Clash Over Energy Impact of AI Data Centres

April 30th, 2026 • Rising electricity demand from artificial intelligence infrastructure is creating tensions within the UK government, as departments weigh economic growth against energy security and climate goals. Officials are divided over how to balance AI expansion with net-zero commitments and grid capacity constraints.

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Verra Rice Carbon Methodology Gains CORSIA Eligibility, Strengthening Demand for Agricultural Carbon Credits

April 30th, 2026 • A rice-focused carbon credit methodology developed by Verra has been approved under the aviation sector’s global offsetting scheme. The move is expected to increase demand for credits from methane-reduction projects in rice cultivation, linking agriculture more closely to international carbon markets.

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Fossil Fuel Power Generation Has Likely Peaked Across OECD Economies, Study Finds

April 29th, 2026 • A new study indicates that fossil fuel-based electricity generation across OECD countries has reached its peak. The findings point to a structural shift toward renewables, with important consequences for energy markets and net zero strategies.

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Meta Secures 1 GW of Ultra-Long Duration Energy Storage to Support AI Data Center Growth

April 29th, 2026 • Meta has signed an agreement with Noon Energy to deploy up to 1 gigawatt of ultra-long duration energy storage. The deal aims to ensure reliable, low-carbon power for its expanding AI-driven data center infrastructure.

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Financing a Cooler Future: The Challenge of Paying for Climate Intervention

April 29th, 2026 • As global temperatures rise, attention is shifting toward climate intervention technologies such as carbon removal and solar geoengineering. A key question is emerging around who will finance these efforts and how they will be governed at a global level.

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TotalEnergies Invests $1.2 Billion in Kazakhstan Wind and Storage Project to Strengthen Grid Reliability

April 28th, 2026 • TotalEnergies has committed $1.2 billion to develop a large-scale wind and battery storage project in Kazakhstan. The initiative aims to boost renewable capacity, stabilize the national grid, and support the country’s long-term decarbonisation strategy.

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Oklo Shares Rise on Nvidia Partnership as Nuclear Energy Gains Traction for AI Data Centers

April 28th, 2026 • Oklo’s stock surged following news of a partnership with Nvidia, highlighting growing interest in nuclear power as a stable, low-carbon energy source for AI infrastructure. The collaboration signals a broader shift toward firm clean energy solutions to meet rising electricity demand from data centers.

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UK Government Links Renewable Energy Expansion to National Security Strategy

April 28th, 2026 • The UK government has framed renewable energy development as a key pillar of national security, citing reduced vulnerability to foreign interference and infrastructure sabotage. Officials argue that decentralised clean energy systems can strengthen resilience while accelerating the net-zero transition.

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Mars and Olam Food Ingredients Expand Strategic Partnership to Deliver Net Zero Cocoa Supply Chains

April 27th, 2026 • Mars and Olam Food Ingredients have announced a new phase in their long-term collaboration to advance low-carbon cocoa production. The initiative focuses on cutting emissions, improving traceability, and strengthening farmer resilience across key sourcing regions.

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Microsoft Expands Efforts to Eliminate Single-Use Plastics Across Operations and Supply Chain

April 27th, 2026 • Microsoft is accelerating its efforts to reduce single-use plastic waste as part of its broader sustainability strategy. The initiative targets packaging, operations, and supplier practices, reflecting growing pressure on large corporations to address plastic pollution alongside climate goals.

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Germany Approves €1.9 Billion Fuel Relief Package to Address Energy Price Pressures

April 27th, 2026 • Germany has approved a €1.9 billion fuel relief package aimed at easing the financial burden of high energy prices on households and businesses. The measure reflects ongoing economic strain linked to volatile energy markets while raising questions about balancing short-term relief with long-term climate goals.

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Bentley Introduces New Sustainable Sourcing Framework to Strengthen Supply Chain Decarbonization

April 24th, 2026 • Bentley Motors has launched a new sourcing framework aimed at embedding sustainability and carbon reduction across its global supply chain. The initiative sets stricter environmental and ethical requirements for suppliers, aligning procurement with the company’s broader net-zero strategy.
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