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‘Pay-per-Mile’ Scheme Would Mean More Surveillance: Researcher
London Mayor Sadiq Khan pledged not to expand London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone into a “pay-per-mile” scheme if he returns to office after May’s election. But in January 2022, he said that pay-per-mile is “inevitable,” although he added the technology is not there to go ahead with it yet. NTD spoke with Ben Pile, Climate […]
NTD UK News Full Broadcast (April 9)
A landmark ruling finds human rights are violated by the climate inaction of the Swiss government—a judgement that could have far-reaching consequences across Europe and the UK. Labour sets out plans to crack down on tax dodgers, hoping to raise billions to fund the NHS and school breakfasts. The man hunted for stabbing a woman […]
SEC Forced to Halt Climate Reporting Mandate for Businesses
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) paused the implementation of its climate disclosure requirements for companies as legal challenges against the rules are pending in a circuit court. In March, the SEC finalized a controversial rule requiring publicly traded companies to disclose any climate-related risks to their business. The SEC’s Final Rules also required […]
NTD UK News Full Broadcast (April 4)
A new documentary featuring leading experts says the push to declare a climate emergency is about more than the environment. We speak to the producer. We discuss the latest on the British Museum thefts. An art recovery CEO says the museum failed in its obligations. Ukraine lowers its age of conscription under the continued strain […]
This Obsession With Carbon Dioxide Emissions Has Led to Tragedy – Rupert Darwall
NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with Rupert Darwall, author and senior fellow of the RealClearFoundation. Rupert talks about green virtue signalling, the death of Britain’s car industry, and why he thinks the economics of environmentalism are even worse than Marxism.
Stricter Electric Vehicle Laws ‘Trivial’ to Climate Impact: Statistician
If every gas-powered car gets replaced with an electric vehicle, how much would global temperatures go down? The Biden administration and EPA have introduced stricter regulations on automakers as part of Biden’s climate agenda, compelling carmakers to accelerate the expansion of electric options in their lineup. For insight, NTD spoke with Kevin Dayaratna, chief statistician […]
9 More States Sue SEC Over Controversial Climate Disclosure Rule
Nine more states, led by Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird, have filed a lawsuit against the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) controversial climate disclosure regulations. The lawsuit was filed in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit on March 13 and challenges an SEC rule requiring publicly traded companies to reveal to investors […]
Biden Admin Finalizes Rule Forcing Companies to Disclose Climate-Related Risks
The Biden administration on March 6 finalized a controversial rule requiring companies to disclose climate-related financial risks, drawing a flurry of reactions. Environmental groups complained it wasn’t tough enough, while Republican leaders in 10 states have already filed suit to block it. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) voted 3–2 along party lines on March […]
Amidst Farmers’ Protests, EU Poised to Enact Major Plan to Counter Climate Change
The European Union is set to approve a major plan to fight climate change and improve nature protection in the 27-nation bloc after protests from farmers and opposition from the biggest party in parliament. Under the premise that 80 percent of European habitats are in poor shape, the EU Nature Restoration law stipulates that EU […]
Positive Shift Towards Nuclear’s Decarbonization Potential at COP-28: Analyst
NTD spoke to Harry Wilkinson, head of policy at Net Zero Watch, for his perspective on key pledges that emerged from the COP-28 climate summit. He contends that nuclear’s perceived danger is unfair, noting fewer accidents and deaths compared to most other technologies.
Lembit Öpik: ‘Freedom of Speech? It’s Become a Badge of Honour to Silence the Opposition’ | British Thought Leaders
NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with broadcaster and former member of Parliament Lembit Öpik. Lembit talks about the state of freedom in Britain, why debate and discussion are so important, and the obstacles he’s faced in disagreeing with the mainstream climate change narrative.
Professor of Politics Explores Parties’ Strategic Play With Climate Policies in Electoral Maneuvering
The United Nations annual climate summit, a gathering of world leaders, businesses, and environmental groups in Dubai, is set to finish. Politicians, including Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer, were there to talk about climate goals. NTD spoke with a professor of international politics at the University of Manchester, Matthew Paterson, about how significant the stance […]
Trump Criticizes John Kerry’s Climate Policies, Saying They Are ‘Destroying’ US
Former President Donald Trump criticized U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry during a town hall in Davenport, Iowa on Dec. 5 and called for increased energy independence in the United States. The frontrunner for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination accused Mr. Kerry—a former senator and secretary of state—of “destroying” the United States with […]
US Coal Plant Shutdown Will Lead to Energy Dependence on China: Analyst
John Kerry, a special climate envoy, announced that the U.S. has entered a new climate pact aimed at closing down all coal plants, aiming for their complete phase-out by 2030. NTD interviewed David Blackmon, an energy writer and policy analyst to gather his perspective on the recent development.
Prime Minister Firm on Net Zero Goals Amidst Climate ‘Zealots’: COP28 Summit
The prime minister said he’s not controlled by climate “zealots” as he reaffirmed his plans to achieve net zero. World leaders met at COP28, the climate conference in Dubai, on the opening day of the summit. NTD takes us through some key points raised.
Climate Industrial Complex Behind Fear Narratives Involving Global Warming: Geologist
There is no climate emergency, according to a group of meteorologists and scientists. About 1,600 climate analysts signed the”‘World Climate Declaration” of the Global Climate Intelligence Group. NTD’s Kevin Hogan spoke with geologist Gregory Wrightstone, who is the executive director of the CO2 Coalition. When asked if there is, in fact, no climate crisis—like these […]
NTD UK News Full Broadcast (Sept. 27)
The government welcomes the approval for a new oilfield in the North Sea, calling it vital for energy security. Climate campaigners say relying on fossil fuels ups the cost of living, but an expert tells us public opinion on net zero is starting to shift. We hear from polling expert Sir John Curtice on whether the prime […]