China Reports $30.5 Billion in Economic Losses from 2025 Natural Disasters
China has recorded 217.5 billion yuan (approximately $30.5 billion USD) in direct economic losses from natural disasters in the first nine months of 2025, according to the country’s Ministry of Emergency Management. The disasters — including floods, typhoons, droughts, and landslides — affected nearly 55 million people nationwide, leading to widespread damage to agriculture, infrastructure, […]
Marex Appoints Jennifer Argote to Lead Renewable Energy Expansion
• Marex establishes a new Environmental Advisory division in the U.S. to guide corporate clients through long-term renewable energy procurement.• The initiative expands Marex’s renewable power offering beyond Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) and short-term PPAs to include structured, long-term Power Purchase Agreements.• Former Ørsted and EDP Renewables executive Jennifer Argote will head the service, deepening […]
South Korea Sets 2027 Start for Mandatory SAF on International Flights
• South Korea to require 1% SAF blending for all international departures by 2027, increasing to up to 10% by 2035.• Airlines must source 90% of annual refuelling volumes from SAF blends starting in 2028, with penalties up to 150% of market value for non-compliance.• Government introducing incentives including traffic-rights advantages, passenger contribution schemes, and […]
California Delays Rulemaking for Climate Disclosure Laws SB 253 and SB 261, Releases Draft Emissions Template
CARB postpones initial rulemaking for California climate disclosure laws SB 253 and SB 261 to early 2026. Draft guidance and a voluntary Scope 1 and 2 emissions reporting template released for feedback through October 27. Reporting deadlines remain unchanged, with enforcement flexibility expected in early cycles. Rulemaking shift to 2026 The California Air Resources Board […]
Harvard Accelerates Campus Decarbonization with 32% Emissions Cut
• Harvard achieved a 32% absolute reduction in greenhouse gas emissions since 2006 despite a 14% campus expansion.• A new regional energy consortium led by Harvard and MIT will generate 1.3 million MWh of renewable electricity annually, enabling 100% renewable sourcing by 2026.• Updated Sustainable Building Standards now target Living Building Challenge (LBC) Core certification […]
