TotalEnergies, in line with its commitment to achieving near-zero methane emissions by 2030, has announced a significant expansion in its monitoring and reduction strategies. The company will deploy continuous, real-time methane detection equipment across all its operated upstream sites, setting a new benchmark in the energy sector’s fight against climate change. Achieving ambitious methane reduction […]
Spain is grappling with one of its deadliest flood disasters in recent history, leaving at least 158 people dead after a year’s worth of rain fell in just a few hours. This catastrophic event, which has affected the country’s southern and eastern regions, has put the nation into a state of shock, as the storm—originating […]
In a devastating turn of events, Thailand has been struck by catastrophic flash floods and mudslides, leaving 22 people dead and 19 others injured. Over the past ten days, relentless monsoon rains have ravaged 13 provinces across the nation, with more than 30,000 households severely affected. This disaster, which has primarily impacted the northern and […]
PETRONAS, the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), and Storegga have announced a significant Joint Study and Development Agreement (JSDA) to enhance carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions storage capabilities in the Penyu basin, offshore Peninsular Malaysia. This landmark agreement aims to achieve a CO2 capture and storage capacity of at least 5 million tonnes per annum […]
In a devastating incident, at least 11 people lost their lives with over 30 others reported missing after a bridge collapsed in northern China’s Shaanxi province. The collapse occurred around 8:40 pm local time on Friday, triggered by severe torrential rains and resulting flash floods, according to Xinhua news agency. The bridge, situated over a […]
In a dramatic escalation of wildfire activity, approximately 9,000 residents of Labrador City and Wabush in the Newfoundland and Labrador province of Canada have been forced to evacuate their homes. The order came amid rapidly spreading wildfires that have exhibited extreme behavior, according to provincial fire duty officer Jeff Motty. The intensity of the wildfires, […]
Global Climate Report – The latest data from the US NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI) indicates that global surface temperatures in June soared to 2.20°F (1.22°C) above the 20th-century average of 59.9°F (15.5°C), setting a new record for the warmest June ever recorded. This marks the 13th consecutive month of unprecedented global temperature […]
A formidable heat wave is gripping the U.S. West Coast, setting the stage for record-breaking temperatures as it extends its reach across Arizona and Nevada. Currently, approximately 36 million Americans, about 10% of the nation’s population, are finding themselves under the sweltering siege of an excessive heat dome that has firmly planted itself over California. […]
Shell Canada Products, a subsidiary of Shell plc, has reached a pivotal moment with its announcement of the Final Investment Decision (FID) for the Polaris carbon capture project at the Shell Energy and Chemicals Park, Scotford in Alberta, Canada. This initiative marks a significant stride in the company’s sustainability efforts, aiming to capture roughly 650,000 […]
A formidable heat dome currently enveloping much of the United States has triggered heat warnings for over 100 million people, with major cities along the East Coast experiencing near-record temperatures. On Sunday, Baltimore and Philadelphia braced for temperatures approaching 100 degrees Fahrenheit (38 degrees Celsius), signaling potentially dangerous conditions. The National Weather Service (NWS) has […]
