AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoClimate Outlook: The UN’s Emissions Gap Report says current policies put the world on course for 2.8°C of warming this century, making the 1.5°C goal unattainable; rising U.S. emissions are widening the gap. Fossil Fuel Divide: The UK approved drilling at the Jackdaw gas field despite climate pledges, citing jobs and energy security. Environmental campaigners protested, while the Rosebank decision remains pending. Forest Protection: Indonesia has named 11 companies suspects in forest and land fires and suspended permits for six more. Police say company owners and shareholders may also be held accountable. Biodiversity: More than 8,000 endangered golden-crowned flying foxes were recorded in Aurora Memorial National Park in the Philippines, highlighting the importance of protecting forests that shelter wildlife and support natural regeneration. Waste Reduction: Iligan City and the EU agreed to advance plans for a 23-hectare facility to expand recycling and turn organic waste into useful resources. Nature at Risk: At COP17, concern is growing that 2030 biodiversity goals are slipping; a youth survey found rising worry about nature loss and low trust in governments to address it.
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