Sentences with phrase «in transitioning to a low carbon economy»

A strategic approach to carbon neutrality allows companies to maintain competitive advantage in the transition to the low carbon economy.

Green campaigners hailed the bankruptcy as a significant turning point in the transition to a low carbon economy.

In the meantime, innovations in clean energy in India and China, in forestry in Brazil and Indonesia, and in carbon markets in the EU, China and Japan, will show how progress can be made in transitioning to a low carbon economy while enhancing rather than undermining economic competitiveness.

Not exact matches

«This is an unprecedented victory at Exxon for investors in the fight to ensure a smooth transition to a low - carbon economy,» said New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli.

«Delaying the transition to a low - carbon economy may help their short term prospects, but it would be a kick in the face to our kids» future,» he said.

Generation Investment has been investing since 2004 in companies it considers part of a transition to a low - carbon economy.

Lloyd's of London, the world's oldest insurance exchange, will stop investing in coal «to help the world transition to a low - carbon economy,» CEO Inga...

MABC is focused on keeping the interests of its members and the value of mining forefront in the minds of British Columbians, especially regarding society's transition to a lower carbon economy.

«Growing concern about climate change — from society in general, and from long - term shareholders in particular — has forced oil companies to think about the implications of a transition to a low - carbon economy.

Increasingly, companies across sectors and geographies are turning to an internal carbon price as one tool to help them reduce carbon emissions, mitigate climate - related business risks, and identify opportunities in the transition to a low - carbon economy.

Internationally, Canada has also pledged $ 2.65 billion in climate finance funds to help developing countries transition to low carbon, climate - resilient economies, including $ 1.8 billion to leverage private - sector investments.

In part, this may be due to a realisation that the transition to a low - carbon economy is inevitable, even though the pace of it is uncertain.

David Cameron recently committed himself to accelerating Britain's transition to a low carbon economy at COP 21 meeting in Paris.

As discussed in Part 2, the transition to a low - carbon economy is a massive task requiring extensive government intervention.

DiNapoli called the May 31 shareholder vote «an unprecedented victory for investors in the fight to ensure a smooth transition to a low carbon economy.»

The World Bank estimates that over the next 15 years, the global economy will require $ 89 trillion in infrastructure investments across cities, energy and land - use systems, and $ 4.1 trillion in incremental investment for the low - carbon transition to keep within the internationally agreed limit of a 2 - degree - Celsius temperature rise.

«In particular, Mexico's target to peak its emissions by 2026 and drive them down thereafter is a landmark step in the global transition to a low - carbon economy,» the White House said in a statemenIn particular, Mexico's target to peak its emissions by 2026 and drive them down thereafter is a landmark step in the global transition to a low - carbon economy,» the White House said in a statemenin the global transition to a low - carbon economy,» the White House said in a statemenin a statement.

In addition, there is very clear evidence that investing in the transition to a low - carbon economy will not only allow the world to avoid the worst risks of climate change, but could also drive decades of economic growtIn addition, there is very clear evidence that investing in the transition to a low - carbon economy will not only allow the world to avoid the worst risks of climate change, but could also drive decades of economic growtin the transition to a low - carbon economy will not only allow the world to avoid the worst risks of climate change, but could also drive decades of economic growth.

Given the realities and the time needed to make the transition to a lower - carbon economy, I think probably some expansion of natural gas extraction needs to be in the mix, but hopefully with better environmental protection than has generally been the case so far.

In addition, there is very clear evidence that investing in the transition to a low - carbon economy will not only allow the world to avoid the worst risks of climate change, but could also drive decades of economic growtIn addition, there is very clear evidence that investing in the transition to a low - carbon economy will not only allow the world to avoid the worst risks of climate change, but could also drive decades of economic growtin the transition to a low - carbon economy will not only allow the world to avoid the worst risks of climate change, but could also drive decades of economic growth.

This technology should therefore play a key central role in the transition to a low carbon prosperous global economy.

Accelerating adoption of Energy Efficiency (EE) technologies, and LED lighting in particular, have been identified as key elements in achieving the ambitious commitments under the Paris Agreement and transitioning to a low carbon global economy.

Considering this contrasting reality, it is only fair to celebrate Sony's new climate goals and to invite other companies in the country to follow suit in order to make a stronger case to the government in Japan for the adoption of more ambitious targets that enable a smooth transition towards a low - carbon economy.

The European Union is a global leader in transitioning towards a low - carbon economy: Europe's unprecedented renewable energy boom, its action on energy efficiency and the economic downturn have all contributed to a drop in greenhouse gas emissions.

G20 economies must work together in the transition to a low - carbon future, said Dr Fatih Birol in opening the G20 Energy Ministers Meeting in Beijing on Thursday.

The event featured a keynote address from the Honourable James Gordon Carr, the federal Minister of Natural Resources, who outlined his government's efforts to ensure Canada will compete and thrive in the ongoing global transition to a low - carbon economy.

Insurance giant Allianz has announced it will no longer support the coal industry in a move designed to support the transition to a low - carbon economy.

CanWEA 2017 will examine this Energy Transition, and the market rules, infrastructure investments, technological innovation, operational improvements, and policy solutions that will open the door to long - term, sustainable opportunities for our industry and, at the same time, ensure Canada remains competitive in the rapidly advancing low - carbon economy.

New wind energy procurement in Alberta and Saskatchewan in 2017, coupled with a renewed focus in Canada on actions to transition to a low carbon economy, mean that wind energy's growth prospects will remain strong in Canada for many years to come.

Notably, The United States» neighbors to the north and south are adopting national carbon pricing programs in 2018, and the European Union and China are allying to become global leaders in the transition to a low - carbon economy.

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is funding some hydropower projects in the Balkans and has agreed to foster a transition towards sustainable, low - carbon economies in the region.

A supportive policy framework is vital to give business the backing it needs in the transition to a low - carbon economy.

As part of this plan, the LTEP remains committed to achieving Ontario's climate goals and forecasts heightened need for electricity supply in the coming years to support the transition to a low - carbon economy.

«Having such a critical mass of them demand a transition to the low - carbon and green economy is exactly the signal Governments need in order to move to ambitious action quickly,» he said.

Investors should pressure executive teams to divert cash flow away from capital expenditures on developing fossil fuels and toward more productive uses in the context of a transition to a low carbon economy.

Subtitle H: Energy and Efficiency Centers and Research -(Sec. 171) Requires the Secretary to implement a program to establish Energy Innovation Hubs by: (1) leveraging the expertise and resources of the university and private research communities, industry, venture capital, national laboratories, and other participants in energy innovation to support cross-disciplinary research and development in areas not being served by the private sector in order to develop and transfer innovative clean energy technologies into the marketplace; (2) expanding the knowledge base and human capital necessary to transition to a low - carbon economy; and (3) promoting regional economic development by cultivating clusters of clean energy technology firms, private research organizations, suppliers, and other complementary groups and businesses.

In fact, climate - related risks and the expected transition to a lower - carbon economy affect most economic sectors and industries.

«The power sector is determined to lead the energy transition and back our commitment to the low carbon economy with concrete action,» Eurelectric president and CEO of the Portuguese energy group EDP, António Mexia, said in a statement.

Coverage of Japan's coal funding has sparked an important debate about the role of international climate finance in facilitating the transition to a low - carbon economy.

At the same time, they are interested in the large potential economic opportunities that the transition to a low - carbon economy presents.

«The Paris Agreement outlined a plan for transitioning to a low carbon economy — with the creation of many new clean energy jobs in the process.»

His firm, Allotrope Ventures, seeks out early - stage opportunities in technology and execution platforms that are positioned to thrive in the transition to a low - carbon economy.

PTI: Ramping up efforts to combat climate change, India and US have concluded an MoU providing for up to USD one billion in helping India's transition to a low - carbon and climate - resilient energy economy.

Speaker: Sheila Bonini, Senior Vice President, Private Sector Engagement, World Wildlife Fund — U.S. 12:30 PM THE AUDACITY OF «STILL IN» (starts at 10:50) This conversation will highlight business leaders and We Are Still In signatories who can share the business case for climate action, why leading on climate remains a priority for industry, and how We Are Still In will facilitate the transition to a low carbon economIN» (starts at 10:50) This conversation will highlight business leaders and We Are Still In signatories who can share the business case for climate action, why leading on climate remains a priority for industry, and how We Are Still In will facilitate the transition to a low carbon economIn signatories who can share the business case for climate action, why leading on climate remains a priority for industry, and how We Are Still In will facilitate the transition to a low carbon economIn will facilitate the transition to a low carbon economy.

The industry is eager to demonstrate how wind energy can help position both provinces for success in the transition to a low - carbon economy.»

The report, published by responsible investment nonprofit ShareAction — which was involved in the push to pass these climate resolutions in 2015 — found that while they have taken the necessary steps to meet their new disclosure commitments, the two oil companies are failing to plan for a more rapid transition to a low - carbon economy.

It also includes an in - depth sector analysis for the energy and transport sectors to prioritize legal and regulatory reforms required for Fiji to transition to a low - carbon economy.

Notably, Australia is a significant investor in low - carbon technologies and, with its extensive wind, solar and geothermal resources as well as large biomass and ocean energy potential, has begun transitioning to a clean - energy economy.

Increasingly, companies across sectors and geographies are turning to an internal carbon price as one tool to help them reduce carbon emissions, mitigate climate - related business risks, and identify opportunities in the transition to a low - carbon economy.

This requires that the global community acts in solidarity and ensures that the necessary resources are available to allow all countries and people to make the transition to clean, renewable energy on the same timescale... MR: We must all be alert to the very real possibility that the most vulnerable people could be left behind as we transition to a low carbon economy.