The world’s electricity report card for last year is out, and fossil fuels are still in charge. More importantly, artificial intelligence is burning through natural gas, which was supposed to be a bridge fuel.

Fossil Fuels Still Power 57% of the World

Colombian President Gustavo Petro delivered a fiery warning over the dangers of fossil fuels while hosting a major climate summit focused on transitioning away from oil, coal and gas. Petro criticised repeated failures in global climate negotiations and urged developing nations to unite against what he described as an economic model driving environmental collapse. The summit highlighted growing frustration from Global South countries, especially as the United States and Saudi Arabia stayed away from the gathering.


Gustavo Petro Slams Failed Climate Talks, Pushes Global Fossil Fuel Exit

A major global climate summit is underway in Santa Marta, where nearly 60 countries have gathered to tackle one of the toughest questions in climate policy—how to move beyond fossil fuels.

The talks aim to push concrete action on reducing dependence on oil, gas, and coal, marking a significant moment in global climate negotiations as pressure mounts for faster energy transition.

Over 50 Nations Gather In Colombia: World's First Fossil Fuel Summit 

Japan has announced plans to significantly reduce its dependence on fossil fuels as part of a long-term energy transition strategy aimed at boosting renewable energy and nuclear power usage. The government says the shift will be gradual but steady, focusing on energy security, carbon reduction, and technological innovation.

Japan Targets Sharp Cut in Fossil Fuel Dependence; Energy Transition Gradually Advances 

The ongoing Gulf crisis is reshaping global energy priorities, as countries increasingly prioritise energy security and affordability over decarbonisation goals.

Disruptions in oil and gas supplies, particularly around key routes like the Strait of Hormuz, have triggered renewed reliance on fossil fuels amid rising volatility.

As governments scramble to stabilise supply and control prices, the path to net zero is facing fresh uncertainty, raising questions about the future of climate commitments.

US-Iran War: Energy Security Replaces Decarbonisation as Top Priority | World Business Watch

Iran holds the world's third-largest oil and second-largest gas reserves. Its control over the Strait of Hormuz and strategic alliance with China make it geopolitically critical. 


‘Iran’s massive fossil fuel reserves’: Why the country remains geopolitically critical

A major British scientific breakthrough has pushed nuclear fusion the same process that powers the Sun closer to becoming a real-world energy source. From UK labs to U.S. lasers, China’s artificial sun and India’s fusion roadmap, this video explains what fusion is, why it matters, and how it could revolutionise global energy forever.


The end of Fossil Fuels? Fusion breakthrough: The Sun comes to Earth 

The president of Azerbaijan, the country hosting the COP29 climate talks, on Tuesday (Nov 12) repeated that oil, gas and other natural resources are a "gift of God.

Oil and gas are gift of God, says Azerbaijan president at COP29

BMW has ignited a debate over whether so-called "carbon culprits" like internal combustion engine cars can actually become climate champions.

Are Fossil Fuel Cars The Next Green Wave?

Fossils are selling for exorbitant sums at auctions. The reason: unknown customers offer millions of dollars for a piece of history and a dash of celebrity. However, none of that funding advances science. This report explores this interesting market phenomenon.

Fossilised Dinosaurs Emerging As A New Asset Class?

In a study commissioned by the environmental group Transport & Environment (T&E), it has come to light that the European Union's five largest economies are collectively spending a staggering EUR 42 billion (USD 45.

EU's top economies funnel billions into fossil fuel company car subsidies

In scenes straight out of a gory horror film, a climate activist pretended to drown themselves in oil and gas in a protest outside a United Nations agency in London.

'Ocean goddess' 'drowns' in fake oil as flames engulf climate protest in London

Since the 2016 Paris agreement, where nations pledged to curb climate change, a troubling reality has emerged. A new report reveals a stark gap between promises and actions. Watch in for more details!

Fossil fuel funding soars: Global banks funnel $7 tn to fossil fuels post Paris agreement

A recent study by Global Witness warns that emissions from major oil and gas companies could lead to 11.5 million extra deaths from heat-related causes by 2100. What do the numbers say?

Emissions from oil and gas giants may cause heat deaths comparable to ‘history’s most brutal wars’: Study

Members of climate movement Extincion Rebellion protested outside the London headquarters of the British broadcaster GB news, they said the broadcaster receives fossil fuel payments. Watch to know more!

UK: Climate activists protest outside GB News, spray building with black paint representing oil

In a push to boost sustainable transport a Dubai based plant is recycling used cooking oil to produce biodiesel...Watch to know more!

Dubai based Lootah Biofuels is turning used oil into Biofuel

Global fossil fuel subsidies hit a staggering $7 trillion in 2022. But as the world transitions towards a more sustainable future, the question now arises: is it time to stop subsiding this carbon culprit? Watch to know more!

Fossil fuel subsidies amplify climate crisis

Here we bring to you WION's climate tracker that showcases climate stories from across the globe: Forest fires raging in Southwest China Sichuan Province. About 3,400 people have been evacuated and rescuers have been rushed to combat the fires in the mountainous area. Sudden strong winds cause the Wildfire to spread quickly over multiple mountain ridges in several directions resulting in the formation of three major fire sites. Global fossil fuel subsidies hit a staggering $7 trillion in 2022. But as the world transitions towards a more sustainable future, the question now arises: is it time to stop subsiding this carbon culprit? Watch to know more!

Forest fire in China's Sichuan | Fossil fuel subsidies amplify climate crisis

After weeks of negotiating, speeches and protests, the nearly 200 countries which participated in the United Nations climate summit or COP28 in the oil-rich nation adopted the historic agreement calling for “transitioning away” from fossil fuels.

Explained | Nations at COP28 adopt historic deal to transition away from fossil fuels. What is it about?

The issue at the heart of COP28 in Dubai is...whether or not a worldwide agreement to phase out fossil fuels will be reached at this year's UN Climate summit. Approximately 80% of the world's energy still comes from fossil fuels, which are the primary climate change driver. Take a look at this report to understand which countries are in favor of that agreement and those that are not.

COP28: Fossil fuel debate divides members at COP28 summit | World Business Watch

World leaders are discussing the future role of fossil fuels at COP28, the UN climate conference in Dubai. The world hopes to see a consensus to formally phase out fossil fuels to tackle the climate crisis.

Calls rise to phase out fossil fuels, but it remains a challenge to devise a formal plan at COP28

The Net Zero Tracker, an independent data consortium, released a report on Monday, which states that majority of national net zero targets, covering 88 per cent of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, lack crucial plans for the phase-out of fossil fuels.

Global net zero targets in jeopardy as fossil fuel phase-out plans lag behind

COP28 President is facing backlash from climate activist over his comments on fossil fuels. Al Jaber says that there is no science behind phase out of fossil fuels.

COP28 President Sultan al-Jaber under fire over fossil fuel remark

COP28 President's fossil fuel claim causes outcry

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