AI Applications for Oil and Gas Companies Worsen Climate Pollution

AI Applications for Oil and Gas Companies Worsen Climate Pollution

The “enabled emissions” that come when oil and gas drillers use artificial intelligence to find and exploit new energy reserves are far more damaging to the climate than the emissions that come from the data centers that power AI platforms, a new study by two former Microsoft employees concludes.  Will and Holly Alpine spent years…

OPEC Fund launches landmark climate finance compact, unveils US$1.5 billion digital transformation plan at 2026 Development Forum

OPEC Fund launches landmark climate finance compact, unveils US$1.5 billion digital transformation plan at 2026 Development Forum

The Forum’s key outcomes included the launch of the Vulnerability to Viability Compact (V2V), designed to improve access to affordable development finance for climate-vulnerable countries, and the unveiling of the OPEC Fund’s US$1.5 billion Digital Transformation Action Plan, which will guide investments in digital infrastructure, capabilities and applications through 2030. OPEC Fund President Abdulhamid Alkhalifa…

Best Cleantech Startup Ideas for 2026: Emerging Climate Tech Opportunities

Best Cleantech Startup Ideas for 2026: Emerging Climate Tech Opportunities

1. What is a cleantech startup? A cleantech startup develops products or services that help reduce environmental impact. These businesses often focus on areas such as renewable energy, energy efficiency, waste management, sustainable agriculture, and carbon reduction. 2. Which cleantech sectors offer the most startup opportunities in 2026? Some of the fastest-growing sectors include renewable…