*[Enwl-eng] CAN EECCA Newsletter: World breaches critical 1.5C, Tajikistan’s energy dilemma and transition from fossil fuels COP29
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Regional Climate News
Unsolved problems of the North-South
Corridor
The Kvesheti–Kobi highway, funded by the
EBRD and ADB as part of the International North–South Transport Corridor,
has significantly damaged Georgia's Khada Valley, impacting its landscape,
biodiversity, and cultural heritage. Local communities face not only
environmental devastation but also threats and intimidation when voicing
their concerns about land grabs and project impacts.
Shavkat Mirziyoyev proposed to create Turkic
Eco-Council headquartered in Uzbekistan
At the informal TNA summit in Shusha,
Shavkat Mirziyoyev proposed the establishment of a Turkic Environmental
Council headquartered in Nukus to combat climate change. He expressed hope
for support for the initiative and noted that Nukus, which has been hit hard
by environmental disasters, is a suitable place for the headquarters.
Mirziyoyev also expressed Uzbekistan's readiness to actively participate in
the upcoming UN climate summit in Baku in November 2024.
Can installing solar power systems in
buildings help Tajikistan overcome the energy crisis?
In Tajikistan, from April 1, 2024, all new
and reconstructed buildings must be equipped with solar energy systems with
day-ahead energy storage to reduce dependence on centralized electricity
supply. This innovation aims to improve the energy security and energy
efficiency of buildings, which is supported by the country's green economy
and construction industry strategies. However, experts express concern about
the need for significant investment, training and disposal of solar panels
as they fail.
Kyrgyzstan: Ongoing evacuations in Osh
region following heavy rains and landslides
Emergency services in Osh responded to
severe flooding and landslides on July 14, prompted by heavy rainfall that
caused the Ak-Buura river to overflow. The flooding affected central Osh and
nearby areas like Toleikon, Borubai-Ata, and Ozgur, leading to evacuations
and a state of emergency declaration. Travel along the Osh-Gulcho-Erkeshtam
road has been halted, with power outages also impacting the region. Further
heavy rainfall could exacerbate flooding in low-lying communities and urban
areas lacking adequate stormwater drainage systems.
Taiwan’s imports of Russian coal rose 31% in
last 12 months
Following the Russian full-scale invasion of
Ukraine, Taiwan has significantly increased its imports of Russian coal,
with private companies compensating for the state-owned Taiwan Power
Company's cessation of purchases, resulting in a 31% rise over the past
year. This increase has made Taiwan the fifth largest importer of Russian
coal, with imports totaling USD 3.5 billion since the invasion began.
Additionally, Taiwan's imports of other Russian fossil fuels, such as oil
products, have surged over 200% in the last 12 months, prompting calls from
CREA for Taiwanese companies to cease buying Russian coal and outline plans
to reduce dependency on Russian energy sources.
€130 Billion Nuclear Dream in Europe Meets
Financial Reality
Following the Chernobyl disaster and the
collapse of communism, nuclear projects in Eastern Europe dwindled, but
there is now a resurgence of plans to build new reactors, driven by the need
for greener energy and reduced reliance on Russian gas. Eastern European
countries are planning significant nuclear investments, though funding and
engineering expertise remain major challenges, with substantial reliance on
EU subsidies and government involvement expected. Contrastingly, Western
Europe has a mixed stance on nuclear power, with some countries phasing it
out while others continue to rely heavily on it, amid ongoing construction
delays and cost overruns.
Open call: Leadership accelerator
Grow2Gather
The Prague Civil Society Centre is happy to
invite representatives of organisations and initiatives with experience
attracting, empowering, and coaching new leaders to apply for a fully-funded
three-day gathering. Are you ready to share your knowledge, learn from
others and work for positive change in Eastern Europe, the South Caucasus,
and Central Asia? We want to meet you!
When: 21-23 October 2024
Open Call: Global Week to Act for
Sustainable Development Goals 2024
Mark your calendars from September 20 to 29
for the Global Week #Act4SDGs, an initiative supporting the Sustainable
Development Goals (SDGs) during the UN General Assembly's high-level week.
This year's key event is the Summit of the Future on September 22-23 in New
York, aimed at addressing global challenges and enhancing international
cooperation with outcomes like the Pact for the Future and the Declaration
on Future Generations. SDG LENS encourages multigenerational participation
in local initiatives during this week, inviting organizations and
individuals from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine
to submit ideas for advocacy or mobilization actions by July 28 for a chance
to receive a microgrant of up to 500 EUR.
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World Climate News
World breaches critical 1.5C warming
threshold 12 months in a row, Copernicus data finds
June 2024 was the hottest on record, marking
the 12th consecutive month with global temperatures 1.5°C above
pre-industrial levels, according to the European Union's Copernicus Climate
Change Service. This sustained high temperature trend has led to devastating
consequences worldwide, including deadly heatwaves in India, Saudi Arabia,
Gaza, and the United States, as well as wildfires in Greece and California.
The data underscores the urgent need for action to limit global warming and
prevent further climate-related disasters.
'It's hell outside': People warned to stay
inside as heatwave suffocates central and southern Europe
Europe is facing its hottest summer yet as
temperatures soar, exacerbated by climate change with the continent warming
at twice the global average. Central and southern Europe, including cities
like Rome and Athens, are under red weather alerts due to a deadly heatwave
pushing temperatures toward 40 degrees Celsius. Authorities across Italy,
Romania, Greece, and other nations are urging precautions such as staying
indoors during peak heat hours and hydrating to mitigate health risks
exacerbated by humidity and wildfires, which have already been reported in
several countries.
Big Oil fuels the climate crisis in Italy
and around the world
Intense storms recently ravaged Italy's
Valle d’Aosta and Piedmont regions, triggering severe flooding, landslides,
and isolating entire towns. The disaster has claimed lives, displaced
hundreds, and left many injured, with neighboring France and Switzerland
also affected. Amidst global climate change impacts exacerbated by human
activity, communities are grappling with profound loss and destruction,
highlighting the urgent need for accountability from the fossil fuel
industry, which profits immensely while evading responsibility for its role
in worsening extreme weather events worldwide.
5 reasons to be hopeful in the fight against
deep sea mining
In the upcoming International Seabed
Authority (ISA) meeting from July 15th to August 2nd, global leaders will
confront critical decisions about the future of deep sea mining amidst
mounting opposition and challenges. This year's agenda includes electing a
new Secretary General and debating deep sea mining regulations, with a
significant push for a moratorium led by 27 countries and supported by
prominent figures like the US Democrats and UN bodies. Activism against deep
sea mining, exemplified by Greenpeace actions and a global petition with
over 2.8 million signatures, underscores widespread public concern and calls
for urgent environmental protection.
EU to push at COP29 for followup on deal to
curb fossil fuels
The European Union is preparing to exert
pressure at COP29 in Baku this November, focusing on securing commitments
from global leaders to accelerate the transition away from fossil fuels. A
draft of the EU's negotiating position emphasizes the need for increased
climate finance to support vulnerable nations, while urging all countries to
enhance their emission reduction efforts aligned with the 1.5°C target and
energy transition goals agreed upon in Dubai. Despite challenges in
preparatory talks, the EU aims to lead discussions on scaling up renewable
energy and efficiency gains globally, underscoring its commitment to robust
climate action.
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