Category: PMN Business

Apr 22

Business fights back as Republican state lawmakers push anti-ESG agenda

Breadcrumb Trail Links PMN Business Author of the article: Reuters Ross Kerber Published Apr 22, 2023  •  5 minute read Join the conversation Article content U.S. political battles over corporate sustainability are turning hotter this spring as aggressive Republican statehouse efforts face increasing pushback from businesses and pension funds looking to account for climate change […]
Apr 22

How the U.S. Clean Air Act lets closed coal plants keep polluting for years

Breadcrumb Trail Links PMN Business Author of the article: Reuters Tim Mclaughlin Published Apr 22, 2023  •  7 minute read Join the conversation Article content Hatfield’s Ferry Power Station, a Pennsylvania coal-fired power plant, stopped producing electricity in 2013. Its closure came in a wave of coal-plant shutdowns triggered by competition from cheaper, cleaner natural […]
Apr 21

Australia faces difficult decisions as it boosts defense capability -review

Article content SYDNEY — A review of Australia’s defense force warns A$42 billion in overspending on defense projects by the previous government means “difficult decisions and tradeoffs” must be made for new capabilities, according to excerpts shared with the media. Anthony Albanese’s Labor government will on Monday release its response to the Defence Strategic Review, […]
Apr 21

EU Lawmakers Set to Call for 2030 Methane-Reduction Goal

Article content (Bloomberg) — European Union lawmakers are set to back tough requirements for fossil fuel producers to rein in emissions of one of the most potent greenhouse gases. Article content Deputies from Parliament’s industry and environment committees are expected to vote next week in favor of setting a 2030 methane-reduction target before 2026, according […]