In brief | 9 April '26

Carbon Brief: Iran war analysis: How 60 nations have responded to the global energy crisis

At least 60 countries have announced nearly 200 policies to save fuel, support consumers and boost domestic energy supplies.

Le Monde Editorial: Coal's resurgence is a symptom of an incomplete energy transition

This short-term solution, at odds with urgent climate goals, underscores the need to accelerate the rollout of low-carbon energy.

European Commission: Climate, conflict and the energy transition: security challenges ahead

While the green energy transition is essential for mitigating climate risks, it may also create new security challenges.

Bloomberg: India withdraws bid to host 2028 UN climate talks

Move criticised by climate activists is a setback for the diplomatic process to combat global warming under the Paris Agreement.

Politico: EU Parliament’s agriculture committee greenlights ‘veggie bacon’ ban

More controversial terms such as “burger” and “sausage” were not included in the final deal.

Electrive: Volkswagen pauses rollout of additional EV models in the US

Report attributes the planned pause to the suspended 7,500 US dollars EV tax credit, tariff policies and other factors.