The ruptures on the 'natural gas pipeline 'Nord Stream' under the Baltic Sea has led to a massive release of methane. It was first detected by satellite imagery by the 'International Methane Emissions Observatory'. It marks the biggest-single-release-ever of climate-damaging methane.
To expedite South Africa's switch to renewable energy, it has presented a $8.5 billion investment plan, to potential funders.The agreement is being rushed to completion in order to be ready for the COP27 climate negotiations, which begin next month, in Egypt. The plan serves as a possible model for other emerging economies looking to wean themselves off fossils.
Members of the ‘International Civil Aviation Organisation' have agreed to Net Zero Emissions by 2050. The air transport industry has long been under pressure for limited success in decarbonising. Some remain skeptical; Others believe this will speed up development of greener jet fuels.