In brief | 8 April '26

The Guardian Opinion: A new economic superpower could spark a global retreat from fossil fuels

Eighty-five countries have sought a roadmap to phasing out fossil fuels. A conference this month offers hope they could unite.

Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research: AMOC collapse could turn Southern Ocean into carbon source, adding 0.2°C to global warming

A shutdown of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) could trigger a substantial release of stored ocean carbon into the atmosphere over hundreds of years, according to a new study.

Alliance of Mediterranean News Agencies: Italy hit hardest as avalanche deaths in Europe double

Italy had 38 of Europe's 136 victims in the 2025-26 winter, and scientist says avalanches are increasing due to climate change.

The Guardian: Turkey to race ahead of EU on battery storage amid fossil fuel crisis

More than 33 gigawatts (GW) of battery capacity approved for Turkish grid since 2022 compared with 12-13 GW in Germany.

Euractiv: Households face 'devastating' energy bills due to Iran war, study finds

EU needs emergency measures to save livelihoods and industry, says European Trade Union Confederation (ETUC).