PostNord Cuts Emissions by 60,000 Tons, Aiming for Fossil-Free Transport by 2030
PostNord has reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 60,000 tons through renewable diesel and electric vehicles, targeting fossil-free operations by 2030.
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PostNord Cuts Emissions by 42%, Accelerates Shift to Fossil-Free Operations by 2030
PostNord Sverige cuts greenhouse gas emissions by 42% since 2020, advancing fossil-free logistics through electric vehicles and renewable HVO100 fuel.
PostNord Advances Emission Cuts with Renewable Diesel; Calls for State and Industry Collaboration on Climate Goals
PostNord cuts emissions by 42% employing HVO100 renewable diesel and calls for stronger state-industry cooperation to meet Sweden’s climate targets.
Mixed Reactions Emerge Following COP30 Climate Agreement Amid Fossil Fuel Phase-Out Criticism
The COP30 climate agreement in Brazil received both cautious praise for increased adaptation funding and criticism for its failure to address fossil fuel phase-out, reflecting mixed global reactions.
Sweden Criticizes COP30 Climate Agreement for Lack of Fossil Fuel Phase-Out and Insufficient Adaptation Funding
The COP30 summit in Brazil ended with Swedish leaders criticizing the agreement's failure to phase out fossil fuels and its inadequate climate adaptation funding, despite a commitment to triple adaptation financing by 2035.
Sweden Criticizes COP30 Draft for Lack of Fossil Fuel Phase-Out, Highlights Key Negotiation Challenges
Sweden strongly criticizes the COP30 draft agreement for excluding fossil fuel phase-out commitments and highlights key unresolved negotiation issues at the climate summit in Brazil.
Sverigedemokraterna Supports Kristdemokraterna's Call to Abolish Sweden's National Climate Goals
Sverigedemokraterna backs Kristdemokraterna's proposal to abolish Sweden's national climate goals, sparking debate within the coalition.
Christian Democrats Propose Scrapping Sweden's National Climate Goals to Align with EU Targets
Sweden's Christian Democrats propose ending the country's ambitious national climate goals to align instead with EU-wide targets and adopt a global perspective on climate policy.
Sweden Falls to 13th in 2026 Climate Change Performance Index Amid Policy Weakening
Sweden’s ranking in the 2026 Climate Change Performance Index drops to 13th, reflecting weakened climate policies despite low emissions and strong renewable energy use.
Mistra Carbon Exit Research Highlights Progress and Challenges on Sweden's Path to Net-Zero Emissions
Research from the Mistra Carbon Exit program shows Sweden has the technology to significantly cut emissions but needs stronger policies and investments to achieve full net-zero goals.
Experts Warn Overreliance on Forests is Unrealistic for Climate Targets at COP30
COP30 discussions reveal the impracticality of relying on vast forest land for climate targets, urging more immediate and specific climate actions.
Swedes Back Wealth Tax on the Rich to Fund Climate Change Efforts
Strong public support emerges in Sweden for taxing the wealthiest to fund climate transition efforts, emphasizing inequality in emissions and wealth growth.
Mountain Owl Declared Nationally Extinct in Sweden Amidst Rising Ecological Concerns
Sweden has declared the mountain owl nationally extinct, attributing the loss to climate-induced rodent declines, with over 200 species now nationally extinct.
Unprecedented November Algal Bloom in Mälaren Highlights Climate Change Impact
An unusual late-year algal bloom in Mälaren is persisting due to rising water temperatures caused by climate change, threatening drinking water and ecosystems in Sweden.
Swedish Billionaire Critiques Political Climate Action Ahead of COP30
Johan Eliasch criticizes political approaches to climate change, advocating for scientific solutions and doubting COP30 commitments.
King Carl XVI Gustaf Urges Global Climate Resilience at Bélem Summit
At a climate summit in Brazil, King Carl XVI Gustaf called for global cooperation to meet the Paris Agreement's 1.5°C warming limit and build climate resilience.
Swedish Truck Manufacturers Seek to Ease EU CO2 Targets Amid Challenges from China
Swedish truck makers call for easing EU emission goals as they face challenges in scaling electric truck sales and competition from China.
West Nile Virus Spreads Northward in Europe with New Cases Reported in Berlin
West Nile virus cases have been detected in Berlin amid rising outbreaks across 14 European countries, highlighting the northward spread driven by climate change.
Criticism Mounts Over Sweden's Unmonitored International Climate Credit Purchases
Sweden faces criticism for lacking methods to monitor and evaluate its purchase of international emission credits aimed at achieving climate neutrality by 2045.
European Infrastructure Investments Accelerate EU Climate Neutrality Goals Amid Growing Funding Gap
Europe is mobilizing massive public and private investments to close a $2 trillion infrastructure gap crucial for achieving the EU’s 2050 climate neutrality target.
Drones Reveal Swedish Wastewater Plants Emit 2.5 Times More Greenhouse Gases Than Expected
A new study using drones found methane and nitrous oxide emissions from Swedish wastewater treatment plants are about 2.5 times higher than IPCC estimates, highlighting significant underestimations.
Sweden Confirms 2030 Climate Goals with EU-Aligned Adjustments
Sweden's national climate goals for 2030 will stay intact with adjustments aligning targets to EU standards, including maintaining a 70% transport emissions reduction target and allowing international offset measures.
Sweden's Wealthiest 0.1% Surge Carbon Emissions Despite National Climate Goals
Oxfam Sweden reports a 44% increase in emissions from the richest 0.1%, vastly outpacing other groups and risking Sweden's climate targets.
Climate Deniers' Use of Scientific Mimicry and Visual Narratives Revealed in New Study
A study exposes how climate deniers in Sweden imitate scientific visuals and language to undermine climate activists and spread misinformation.
Riksrevisionen Critiques Swedish Government for Overestimating Climate Policy Impact
Riksrevisionen warns that unreliable data from Naturvårdsverket may lead the Swedish government to overestimate climate policy effects and underestimate emission reduction needs.
Climate Change Intensifies Public Health Risks in Sweden, Urges Policy Action
Climate change in Sweden is escalating health risks from extreme weather and infectious diseases, highlighting an urgent need for adaptive healthcare policies.
Climate Change Intensifies Public Health Risks in Sweden
Rising heatwaves and environmental changes linked to climate change are escalating health risks and mortality rates in Sweden, particularly among vulnerable groups.
Critics Challenge Swedish Government's Climate Claims and Leadership
Swedish government claims on climate subsidies and emission reductions face expert disputes, while opposition highlights weak leadership and calls for stronger, nature-friendly policies.
Sweden's Electric Moped Climate Aid in Ghana Sparks Political and Financial Controversy
Sweden's 100 million kronor electric moped project in Ghana to combat climate change is facing political criticism and concerns over ties to Russian-linked companies.
Harbor Seal Declared Endangered in Sweden Amid Rapid Arctic Warming and Human Threats
The harbor seal in Sweden is now classified as endangered due to climate change and human impacts, with related seals near threatened amid rapid Arctic warming.
Miljöpartiet Proposes Significant Carbon Tax Hike to Slash Emissions by 2030
Miljöpartiet proposes a major carbon tax increase to reduce emissions by 15 million tons by 2030, coupled with subsidies for rural communities and investments in climate initiatives.
Sweden's Political Climate on Climate and Energy Policies Shifts Ahead of 2024 Elections
Sweden's political landscape on climate and energy policies is intensifying as the 2024 elections approach.
Preem Ends 17-Year Sponsorship of Vasaloppet Amid Climate Criticism
Preem concludes its longstanding sponsorship of Vasaloppet due to climate-related criticism.
Global Fossil Fuel Production Surges Despite Climate Goals
Global fossil fuel production remains critically above climate targets, raising alarm among researchers and highlighting governmental inaction.
Calls for Climate Minister Pourmokhtari's Resignation Intensify as Sweden Faces Emission Shortfall
The Swedish Social Democrats demand the resignation of Climate Minister Romina Pourmokhtari over missed climate goals.
Swedish Government on Track to Miss 2030 Climate Targets by 5.8 Million Tons
Sweden faces a significant shortfall in meeting its 2030 climate emission targets, missing by 5.8 million tons of CO2.
Sweden Struggles to Meet 2030 EU Climate Targets, Faces Potential Penalties
Sweden admits it will miss the EU's 2030 climate targets significantly, facing potential penalties due to rising CO2 emissions.
Swedish Government's 2026 Budget Reveals Major Climate Goal Shortfalls
The Swedish government's 2026 budget reveals substantial shortfalls in meeting climate targets, missing EU goals by 5.8 million tons of CO2.
Government Criticized for Major Shortfall in Climate Emission Targets
Sweden faces criticism for significant missed emission targets as government officials react.
Green Party Pushes for Legislative Changes to Prevent Logging in Risk Zones
The Green Party advocates for legislative changes to stop logging in high-risk flood zones following alarming findings from an investigative report.