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Delays and Disagreements: The IPCC’s Struggle to Stay on Course

Union of Concerned Scientists

Working Group 3: Mitigation of Climate Change Evaluates pathways for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, sustainable development strategies, and the role of finance, technology, and policy in achieving net-zero emissions. Delegates questioned when (or if) the IPCC should develop methodologies for technologies with unclear risks.

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How Do ‘Future Climate Scenarios’ Shape Climate Science and Inform Policy? 

Union of Concerned Scientists

By examining possible trajectories for global economic development, technology adoption, and policy actions, the driving forces behind emissions, these scenarios help us assess a range of potential climate futures. levels of cooperation or competition among countries, technology adoption, and inequality) in terms of radiative forcing.

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Delays and Disagreements: The IPCC’s Struggle to Stay on Course

Union of Concerned Scientists

Working Group 3: Mitigation of Climate Change Evaluates pathways for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, sustainable development strategies, and the role of finance, technology, and policy in achieving net-zero emissions. Delegates questioned when (or if) the IPCC should develop methodologies for technologies with unclear risks.

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Viewpoint: These new energy solutions do more than generate power

A Greener Life

In China, new energy solutions are being guided by digital technologies and ecological planning. They are empowering green development to help integrate environmental protection, economic modernization and social progress. This integrated approach also reflects the need for harmonious coexistence between humanity and nature.

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TECfusions Unveils Massive 1,400-Acre Data Center Project With 3 Gigawatts Of Natural Gas-Fired Power Generation In Westmoreland County

PA Environment Daily

Jason Rigone, Executive Director at Westmoreland County Industrial Development, commented , "TECfusions' innovative approach to adaptive reuse sets a new standard for sustainable development in our region. This expansion reinforces TECfusions' position as an industry leader in high-density, AI-ready data center deployments.

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Study warns Canada’s oil and gas boom risks billions as demand drops globally

Enviromental Defense

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Toronto/Winnipeg, June 25, 2025 — A new report released today by the International Institute for Sustainable Development and Environmental Defence warns that Canada’s continued expansion of oil and gas production risks stranding billions in future investment as the world accelerates its shift to cleaner energy.

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The Right to a Healthy Environment as a Catalyst for Urgent and Ambitious Climate Action at the IACtHR

Law Columbia

These include mitigating and adapting to climate change, protecting Nature, and making progressive strides towards sustainable development. States are obligated to use the best available science and technology, complemented by traditional, local and Indigenous knowledge to address climate change. 344, 351).