In brief | 3 June '26

Carbon Brief: Q&A: The current state of ‘carbon dioxide removal’ around the world

Carbon dioxide removal (CDR) technologies will need to be deployed at rates even faster than those seen for solar power, if the world is to have a chance of limiting global warming to 1.5°C by 2100, says a new report.

Eurelectric: Europe’s competitiveness hinges on integrated industrial electrification – report

Electrification is increasingly recognised as a key prerequisite for industry to stay competitive on the global stage, yet it is not scaling up at the needed pace.

Reuters: A strong El Nino may be imminent. Climate change will make its effects worse

The El Nino weather pattern is forming, and is expected to cause extreme weather around the world this year, the WMO said.

OECD: Global economic outlook weakens amid energy shock and rising inflationary pressures

The evolving conflict in the Middle East has become the dominant force shaping global economic prospects, prompting an energy shock that is driving inflationary pressures and is projected to have adverse impacts on growth. 

Eurostat: EU sustainable development: SDG progress report highlights progress and challenges

Eurostat released the 2026 monitoring of EU progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

AFP: France follows England in measuring hottest spring on record

France experienced its hottest spring on record after an exceptional early heatwave that also broke highs for the season in England and Wales.

Euractiv: Europe readies record wildfire response force

With blazes starting early this year, the EU is deploying nearly 800 firefighters.

ICCT: Plug-in hybrids in Europe emit five times more than officially reported

A report by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) finds that plug-in hybrids in Europe emit, on average, five times more carbon dioxide than official values.