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Solidarity with Kenya: Opposing IMF-Driven Financial Injustice

Kenya’s debt needs to be audited and any unjust debts and interests should be canceled. This would grant the country economic sovereignty, alleviate the heavy debt repayment burden on Kenyans, and give them a chance at a decent and equitable life. Rather than imposing steep austerity measures, the IMF should prioritize social and economic justice that promotes the well-being of the people. 

NEW REPORT: Industry-Operated Methane Monitors Regularly Miss Pollution Events

Almost 40% of US gas is “certified” by third-party companies, allowing producers to claim reduced methane pollution. The problem? The claims are false. New research from Earthworks and Oil Change International compares first hand field evidence to operators’ emissions monitoring data.

Response to the outcome of the June UN climate talks (SB 60)

The rich countries most responsible for this crisis must pay up for a fair fossil fuel phase-out and climate damages, without worsening unjust debts. We know they have more than enough money. It’s just going to the wrong things. 

Media Advisory: New Report Shows Industry-Operated Methane Monitors Regularly Miss Pollution Events

Almost 40% of US gas is “certified” by third-party companies, allowing producers to claim reduced methane pollution. The problem? The claims are false. New research from Earthworks and Oil Change International compares first hand field evidence to operators’ emissions monitoring data.

Response to the International Energy Agency’s  2024 World Energy Investment report

While twice as much clean energy investment as fossil fuels investment expected for 2024 is encouraging, it's still like filling a leaky bucket.

Response to UN Secretary-General’s Call for Fossil Fuel Phaseout: ‘The Time for Action Is Now’

Today, UN Secretary General António Guterres acknowledged one simple truth: The fossil fuel industry is the prime culprit behind the escalating climate crisis. Despite the urgent need to cut emissions, the industry continues to rake in huge profits while our planet burns.

Joe Biden making a speech.

Response to Biden’s executive order restricting the number of immigrants at the US-Mexico border

With deadly heat waves, and other disasters escalated by the climate crisis, President Biden’s decision to shut down the southern border to people seeking refuge is cruel, unnecessary, and not a solution to displacement.

Last opportunity for G7 to deliver on fossil fuel promises before updating climate plans

Data published today by Oil Change International shows G7 countries are continuing to overwhelmingly prop up fossil fuels at home and abroad, despite agreeing to phase them out at COP28. G7 countries are massively expanding fossil fuel production at home and investing billions in more fossil fuel infrastructure abroad.