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Continued growth in energy demand, particularly in emerging markets and developing economies, could put more ambitious climate targets 'increasingly out of reach', a new study by S&P Global Energy has suggested.

Rapid growth in energy demand could hamper more ambitious climate goals

1 week ago1 week ago5 mins

Continued growth in energy demand, particularly in emerging markets and developing economies, could put more ambitious climate targets ‘increasingly out…

The 'next phase' of AI adoption will focus less on its capacity to perform sophisticated tasks, and more on whether the technology's continued expansion can be conducted in a responsible manner, according to a new report from S&P Global.

‘Next phase’ of AI adoption will focus more on whether it can expand responsibly

2 weeks ago2 weeks ago5 mins

The ‘next phase’ of AI adoption will focus less on its capacity to perform sophisticated tasks, and more on whether…

The continued growth of data centres in the UK – which, according to a recent article in The Times, may require up to 40% more energy than previously forecasted – needs to be met with greater investment in sustainable energy infrastructure, rather than resorting to fossil fuels, industry experts have said.

AI hyperscalers driving unprecedented demand for renewable energy: S&P Global

6 months ago6 months ago5 mins

The rapid expansion of AI, driven by hyperscalers such as Amazon, Google, Meta and Microsoft, is leading to unprecedented demand…

Some 84% of corporate sustainability professionals plan to continue to engage with ESG ratings, deeming them an 'important' aspect of their sustainability strategy, a new report by ERM’s Sustainability Institute has found.

Over four-fifths of firms plan to continue to engage with ESG ratings

10 months ago10 months ago4 mins

Some 84% of corporate sustainability professionals plan to continue to engage with ESG ratings, deeming them an ‘important’ aspect of…

A new report from S&P Global has said that the energy transition is facing 'challenges', with governments more focused on providing affordable energy than on sustainability.

Governments prioritising affordability of energy over sustainability, S&P Global says

2 years ago2 years ago3 mins

A new report from S&P Global has said that the energy transition is facing ‘challenges’, with governments more focused on…

Cleantech energy supply spending is expected to reach $670 billion this year, surpassing upstream oil and gas investments for the first time, a new report by S&P Global Commodity Insights has found.

‘Transformative shift’ on the way as cleantech investment outpaces fossil fuels

2 years ago2 years ago4 mins

Cleantech energy supply spending is expected to reach $670 billion this year, surpassing upstream oil and gas investments for the…

India's bid to reduce emissions is taking time

India in a ‘race against time’ when it comes to energy transition

2 years ago2 years ago5 mins

A new report by S&P Global suggests that India at a crossroads from an energy perspective, as it seeks to balance energy and sustainability.

Energy transition ‘couldn’t be more pressing’, S&P Global says

3 years ago2 years ago3 mins

The transition to greener energy sources needs to be accelerated as quickly as possible.