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Carbon Briefby Carbon Brief Staff1d ago
In a new report, the opposition Conservatives argue that UK electricity prices are too high and that it would be better for the climate to have cheap electricity, even if that means using more gas.
Carbon Briefby Molly Lempriere2d ago
The UK is pioneering the use of “super batteries” that can store energy for long periods, smoothing the output from wind and solar power as the country moves towards net-zero.
Carbon Briefby Carbon Brief Staff3d ago
The world is currently experiencing what is expected to become the strongest El Niño on record – dubbed a “super El Niño” by many.
Carbon Briefby Anika Patel7d ago
China has published a new five-year plan for coal, the latest in a slew of important policy documents for the country’s energy transition.
Carbon Briefby Carbon Brief Staff9d ago
An upcoming UK government consultation on weakening targets for electric vehicles (EVs) could cost consumers as much as £3bn a year by 2030, according to Carbon Brief analysis.
Carbon Briefby Lekai Liu15d ago
China has released a five-year plan dedicated to addressing climate change. The 15th five-year plan for a national response to climate change is the latest in a series to outline in-depth climate...
Carbon Briefby Molly Lempriere17d ago
Heatwaves are becoming more likely and more intense due to climate change, impacting sources of power generation around the world as they work to meet increased demand.
Carbon Briefby Josh Gabbatiss18d ago
When carbon dioxide (CO2) is released from a factory or power plant, the gas can be captured and permanently stored underground, preventing it from driving climate change.
Carbon Briefby Jess Milligan22d ago
The general public often underestimate support for climate action, while overestimating the real-world actions taken by other people to address the problem, according to new research.
Carbon Briefby Carbon Brief Staff22d ago
In recent days, prominent climate sceptics and rightwing commentators have shared charts on social media incorrectly implying that Europe is having its “quietest” year for wildfires in 2026.
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