Saudi Arabia and Russia Block Mention of Fossil Fuel Exit in Climate Resolution

Saudi Arabia Is Working to Undercut a Pledge to Quit Fossil Fuels

Despite endorsing a transition away from fossil fuels last year, Saudi officials have since worked to undermine it in at least five U.N. forums, diplomats said.

The New York Times - Nov. 18

Cop29 live: UN chair ‘so sick’ of Saudi Arabia’s defence of fossil fuels

Former climate minister for Canada reacts after Saudi delegation said it ‘will not accept any text that targets any specific sectors, including fossil fuels’. My colleague Patrick Greenfield is ...

The Guardian - Nov. 21

Fury at climate talks over ‘backsliding’ on fossil fuels

Countries are split at UN climate summit over funding and commitments to reducing fossil fuel use.

BBC News - Nov. 21

Azerbaijan blocks COP29.com in fossil fuel domain name war

Kitchenware company near New Delhi sells name to campaigners attacking oil and gas groups

Financial Times - Nov. 20

How election could affect fossil fuel, climate regulations

{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story High stakes election is underway Today is Election Day. Voters are taking the future of the country — including its energy policy ...

The Hill - Nov. 5

Cop29 CEO filmed agreeing to facilitate fossil fuel deals at climate summit

Elnur Soltanov recorded speaking with fake oil and gas group that asked for deals in exchange for sponsoring talks. The chief executive of Cop29 has been filmed apparently agreeing to facilitate ...

The Guardian - Nov. 8

Climate action in fossil fuel sector has ‘stalled’, says report

Also in today’s newsletter, why private capital will not suffice for Africa’s climate needs

Financial Times - Nov. 14

Oil-producing nations under fire at COP29 over fossil fuels omission

EU says draft agreements released at climate summit are ‘clearly unacceptable’

Financial Times - Nov. 21

Long-time CEO of NEOM exits as Saudi Arabia scales back mega-projects

Nadhmi al-Nasr, the long-time chief executive of the $500 billion NEOM mega-project at the heart of Saudi Arabia’s drive to diversify away from oil, has departed, NEOM said on Tuesday without ...

NBC News - Nov. 13

Secret Video Shows Top Climate Change Conference Official Promising to Facilitate Fossil Fuel Deals

Yahoo News - Nov. 8

Frustration grows at fossil fuel influence and structure of UN climate talks. Some call for reform

Environmental advocates released reports Friday decrying fossil fuel industry influence at these climate talks in Baku, Azerbaijan, called COP29

ABC News - Nov. 15

Sportswashing or a catalyst for change - how are Saudi WTA Finals unfolding?

BBC Sport looks at how the WTA Finals, which are being held in Saudi Arabia for the first time, are unfolding - and what the reaction has been.

BBC News - Nov. 7

How are Saudi Arabia's WTA Finals unfolding?

BBC Sport looks at how the WTA Finals, which are being held in Saudi Arabia for the first time, are unfolding - and what the reaction has been.

Yahoo Sports - Nov. 7

Will Tennis Choose to Reckon With Human Rights in Saudi Arabia?

Saudi Arabia and tennis are becoming increasingly intertwined, but there is growing pushback from human rights experts.

The New York Times - Nov. 11

Middle East looks to Saudi Arabia to rein in Trump

Arab states hope close ties between Prince Mohammed and US president-elect can temper ardent support for Israel

Financial Times - Nov. 20

Saudi Arabia does not deserve an American security guarantee

It would be unwise to commit more American troops to a nation that shares little in common with the U.S. in terms of interests and values.

The Hill - 4d

Trump win invigorates fossil fuel industry

Presented by American Chemistry Council — In the wake of Trump's victory, the industry is hopeful he’ll deliver on his promises and roll back regulations put in place by the Biden administration. ...

The Hill - Nov. 12

2024 Fossil Fuel Emissions Are Headed for a Record

Countries promised to move away from coal, oil and natural gas at last year’s climate summit. New research shows they’re burning more than ever before.

The New York Times - Nov. 13

Fossil fuel pollution hits record high: Research

Presented by American Chemistry Council — Planet-warming carbon emissions reached a new high this year, according to research published Wednesday by the Global Carbon Project. {beacon} Energy & ...

The Hill - Nov. 13

The Fossil Fuels Conversation Needs a Hard Reset

The term “reducing emissions” has outlived its usefulness, a crutch to soften the blow that’s being exploited by greenwashers. Now it’s time to get real.

Wired - 5d

Gauff: WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia can open doors

Staging the WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia can help to bring change on behalf of gender equality and LGBTQ rights in the kingdom, Coco Gauff said, although the former US Open champion added that she ...

ESPN - Nov. 2

China to issue first dollar bond in three years in Saudi Arabia

Choice of the kingdom highlights deepening financial ties between the two countries

Financial Times - Nov. 5

Saudi Arabia Hosts a Tennis Final Won by Coco Gauff

The kingdom, which has been accused of trying to “sportswash” its human rights record, hosted the WTA Finals, part of its unstoppable advance into the world of sports.

The New York Times - Nov. 10

Iran and Trump Are Front of Mind at Muslim Summit in Saudi Arabia

Leaders from across the Arab and Muslim world were in Riyadh for a meeting officially convened to discuss the fighting in Gaza and Lebanon.

The New York Times - Nov. 11

CEO of Saudi Arabia's Futuristic City Project Leaves Abruptly

Longtime CEO Nadhmi al-Nasr left Neom, Saudi Arabia’s marquee development, which has been plagued by delays, cost overruns and staff turnover.

The Wall Street Journal - Nov. 12

Neom mega-project boss abruptly replaced in Saudi Arabia

Nadhmi al-Nasr leaves after six years in charge of $500bn desert development

Financial Times - Nov. 12

Neom CEO departs as Saudi Arabia scales back mega-projects

No reason given for departure of Nadhmi al-Nasr, longtime CEO of $500bn project launched by Mohammed bin Salman. Nadhmi al-Nasr, the longtime chief executive of the $500bn Saudi development project ...

The Guardian - Nov. 12

Struggling Australia and Saudi Arabia play a crucial Asian World Cup qualifier

Australia and Saudi Arabia play a crucial World Cup qualifier in Melbourne on Thursday while Japan and South Korea can take a huge step towards North America in 2026 in the third round of Asian ...

ABC News - Nov. 12

Saudi Arabia's Neom replaces its CEO amid reports of delays and cutbacks

Neom is set to host hyper-futuristic cityscapes and structures — but financial pressures on the kingdom are changing.

CNBC - Nov. 13

Australia 0-0 Saudi Arabia: World Cup 2026 qualifier – as it happened

The Socceroos survive a scare at the death after failing to take their chances in a stalemate with the Green Falcons in Melbourne. The national anthems are complete, the players are in situ and ...

The Guardian - Nov. 14

Source: Saudi Arabia's de facto ruler to skip G20 summit

Yahoo News - Nov. 17

Starmer to visit Saudi Arabia and UAE to try to secure investment

UK prime minister is seeking billions of pounds of Gulf money to boost British growth

Financial Times - Nov. 20

Revealed: Saudi Arabia accused of modifying official Cop29 negotiating text

Exclusive: News of changes to usually non-editable document ‘risks placing climate summit in jeopardy'. A Saudi Arabian delegate has been accused of directly making changes to an official Cop29 ...

The Guardian - Nov. 23

Executions and rehab: Saudi Arabia dials up its ‘war on drugs’

Kingdom tries to respond to impact of growing narcotics use attributed to social change and rise of drugs such as captagon

Financial Times - 23h

Saudi Arabia set to host winter World Cup in 2034

Saudi Arabia is set to stage a winter World Cup in 2034 after a FIFA evaluation report highlighted the likelihood of the competition being played "between October-April."

ESPN - 10h

Saudi Arabia Leads a Pushback Against Global Plastic Treaty

Delegates from more than 170 countries are working to salvage a treaty that would tackle the growing problem of plastic pollution.

The New York Times - 20h

Saudi Arabia and Russia Block Mention of Fossil Fuel Exit in Climate Resolution

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