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NewClimate Institute @newclimate.bsky.social · 1d

Key findings:
1️⃣ Tripling global renewable power capacity by 2030 may need 47 million workers, up from 12.5 million in 2021.

2️⃣Shortages could leave a 6 million worker gap by 2030, delaying progress, raising emissions over 10 percent above pledges, and shifting the path from 1.7 °C to 2.4 °C.

…and

The impacts of skills shortages on global power sector emissions

NewClimate Institute @newclimate.bsky.social · 1d

What if there are not enough skilled workers for the energy transition?👷‍♀️👨‍🏭

Our new report shows how labour shortages may delay renewable energy deployment and raise emissions. It also introduces the Labour Market Transition Potential Index to assess workforce readiness across countries.

This study explores how shortages of skilled workers for the energy transition could undermine global emissions pathways. Using a novel model linking labour supply and renewable energy development, it...

NewClimate Institute @newclimate.bsky.social · 7d

🚨 Coming soon: UNEP’s new #EmissionsGapReport.

The latest data and insights on where we stand 10 years after the Paris Agreement and, as every year, the 2025 edition includes contributions from the NewClimate team.

Stay tuned for the full report!

🔗 newclimate.org/what-we-do/p...

NewClimate Institute @newclimate.bsky.social · 12d

On the latest episode of The Jolt podcast by @foresight-ce.bsky.social, NewClimate's climate policy analyst Norah Zhang talked about China's updated NDC.

🔊 Listen here: foresightmedia.com/story/sthsx4...

#China #NDC #ClimateTargets #CAT

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NewClimate Institute @newclimate.bsky.social · 20d

and what different methods exist.

More details in our recently published report on companies’ role in scaling up CDR 👉 bit.ly/46l9H4q

#CarbonRemoval #EmissionReductions #CorporateResponsibility

NewClimate Institute @newclimate.bsky.social · 20d

As corporate leaders are gathering in New York for #ClimateWeekNYC, we want to shine a light on Carbon Dioxide Removal (#CDR) – with all its potential and limitations for reaching net zero.

Click through the slides to find out more about the difference between durable and non-durable CDR... ⤵️

Beyond biomass: Why the fashion industry’s shift away from coal must prioritise electrification

Reposted by NewClimate Institute

Jan Rosenow @janrosenow.bsky.social · 23d

Electrification of process heat in the textiles industry is a major decarbonisation and efficiency opportunity.

Great piece by @newclimate.bsky.social

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Major fashion companies replacing coal with biomass risk promoting a false solution. Although often labelled as a renewable source, biomass is far from emissions-free and cannot be considered a sustai...

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NewClimate Institute @newclimate.bsky.social · 21d

This paper was co-authored by @ecdpm.org , @strategiceu.bsky.social , @e3g.bsky.social , @delorseurope.bsky.social , @germanwatch.bsky.social , @iddri.bsky.social , and us.

NewClimate Institute @newclimate.bsky.social · 21d

3️⃣ Mobilise finance at scale, using public and private sources
4️⃣ Improve EU coordination to support clarity and coherence
5️⃣ Build joint ownership with measurable targets and accountability

🔗Read more: bit.ly/3IAHeyt

Joint Policy Brief - Making CTIPs work for climate, industry and development

This joint policy brief examines the EU’s new Clean Trade and Investment Partnerships (CTIPs). It outlines minimum conditions for success to align trade, industry and climate goals, and highlights how...

NewClimate Institute @newclimate.bsky.social · 21d

Our joint policy brief outlines five minimum conditions for CTIPs to deliver:
1️⃣ Shift trade and investment flows to drive new off-take and mutual industrialisation
2️⃣ Align industrial policy for shared goals like green industry and just transition

and...

From intent to integrity. We assess the net zero targets and mitigation strategies of all nations, the largest 2,000+ companies, and the worlds's biggest regions and cities.

NewClimate Institute @newclimate.bsky.social · 21d

In March 2025, the EU launched talks on its first Clean Trade and Investment Partnership ( #CTIPs) with South Africa.

💡CTIPs aim to align EU external action with industrial policy, support clean energy cooperation and offer a flexible tool to complement trade deals.

🔗 Read more: bit.ly/3IAHeyt

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NewClimate Institute @newclimate.bsky.social · 21d

💡 Integrity remains low
Only 7% of companies, 6.5% of regions and 4% of cities meet minimum standards

🌱 Land-based removals are rising, but only 4% of companies set separate removal targets. These cannot replace urgent cuts in fossil emissions.

➡️Read the full report: bit.ly/3W7gVD6

Net Zero Stocktake 2025

NewClimate Institute @newclimate.bsky.social · 21d

💡 Key findings:
✅ 137 of 198 national governments have net-zero targets
✅ 63% of companies tracked have targets, covering 36.6 trillion USD in revenue
✅ Regional ambition covers 2.55 billion people, up from 500 million in 2020

From intent to integrity. We assess the net zero targets and mitigation strategies of all nations, the largest 2,000+ companies, and the worlds's biggest regions and cities.

NewClimate Institute @newclimate.bsky.social · 21d

📢 The 2025 @netzerotracker.bsky.social Net Zero Stocktake is live

Published at #ClimateWeekNYC, the fifth edition shows global net zero pledges continue to grow, even as the US federal government retreats.

77% of global GDP is still covered by national net-zero targets.
➡️ bit.ly/3W7gVD6

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NewClimate Institute @newclimate.bsky.social · 21d

💡 Integrity remains low
Only 7% of companies, 6.5% of regions and 4% of cities meet minimum standards

🌱 Land-based removals are rising, but only 4% of companies set separate removal targets. These cannot replace urgent cuts in fossil emissions.
➡️ zerotracker.net/analysis/net...

Net Zero Stocktake 2025

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NewClimate Institute @newclimate.bsky.social · 21d

💡 Key findings:
✅ 137 of 198 national governments have net-zero targets
✅ 63% of companies tracked have targets, covering 36.6 trillion USD in revenue
✅ Regional ambition covers 2.55 billion people, up from 500 million in 2020

Greenwashing or Green AI? Accountability for AI’s Climate Footprint

NewClimate Institute @newclimate.bsky.social · 22d

While state-level initiatives continue, the federal shift represents a significant setback.

Read the full analysis on Climate Action Tracker's website 🔗 climateactiontracker.org/countries/usa/

#ClimateWeekNYC #ClimateAction #JustTransition

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NewClimate Institute @newclimate.bsky.social · 22d

With climate impacts intensifying across the US, these actions move the country further away from a 1.5°C pathway and represent “the most aggressive, comprehensive and consequential climate policy rollback” the CAT has ever analysed, according to @niklashoehne.bsky.social.

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NewClimate Institute @newclimate.bsky.social · 22d

Just in time for #ClimateWeekNYC @climateactiontracker.org published new US analysis.
Key developments:
➡️ Federal targets annulled
➡️ Expanded oil & gas production on federal lands & waters
➡️ Slowed deployment of wind, solar & EVs
➡️ Rollback of emissions regulations for power plants & vehicles

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NewClimate Institute @newclimate.bsky.social · 22d

🚨 Climate Action Tracker downgrades #US to "Critically insufficient"

“It is alarming how systematically the Trump Administration has rolled back measures to reduce emissions, while aggressively expanding support for fossil fuels”, says Finn Hossfeld.

🔗 climateactiontracker.org/countries/usa/

Quote and picture of author: "It is alarming how systematically the Trump Administration has rolled back measures to reduce emissions, while aggressively expanding support for fossil fuels, in defiance of clear market signals”, says Finn Hossfeld, author of the analysis.

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NewClimate Institute @newclimate.bsky.social · 26d

During Climate Week NYC, we will publish several outputs, including:
1️⃣ @climateactiontracker.org ’s US assessment
2️⃣ @netzerotracker.bsky.social ’s Net Zero Stocktake Report
3️⃣ Joint Position Paper on Clean Trade & Investment Partnerships #CTIPs

Stay tuned!

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NewClimate Institute @newclimate.bsky.social · 26d

▶️ 24 Sep, 14:00-16:00 EDT
@niklashoehne.bsky.social will join a panel hosted by @datadrivenlab.bsky.social on how international regulations, commitments and best practices are shaping accountability for AI’s climate impact.

Register: buff.ly/x9PZEU1

This event explores how companies must measure, disclose, and reduce the growing climate impacts of AI’s energy use.

www.eventbrite.com

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NewClimate Institute @newclimate.bsky.social · 26d

📢 NewClimate Institute at #ClimateWeekNYC

Climate Week NYC, just ahead of #COP30, is a key moment for global climate discussions. We’ll be in New York to join conversations that are relevant to our work.

▶️ Our expert Sarah Jackson will take part in dialogues on climate diplomacy and partnerships.

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NewClimate Institute @newclimate.bsky.social · 26d

NewClimate Institute’s annual report is out 🎉
Over the past year, our team supported more ambitious climate action across countries and sectors through research, policy engagement and partnerships.

▶️ Read the annual report here: bit.ly/3Kt6Y0f

NewClimate Institute publishes 2024 annual report

we publish our first annual report, providing a snapshot of who we are, our work in 2024 and a financial overview.