Climate change
Going for energy stocks? MEL, VCT- 2 dividend stars hogging the limelight
March 30, 2022 08:52 PM PDT| By Jasmine AnandHighlights Energy stocks steer economically important industries and fuel day-to-day living in a nation. Meridian Energy announces Executive appointments. Vector to distribute 8.250 cps as an interim dividend. New Zealand boasts a strong .....
What are Environment and Climate Change Canada’s funding programs?
March 29, 2022 10:34 AM PDT| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights The Climate Action and Awareness Fund (CAAF) mainly focuses on advancing climate science and technology and supporting youth climate awareness and community-based action The Low Carbon Economy Challenge will focus on providing nearly.....
IFT, GNE: 2 NZX stocks in focus as businesses respond to climate change
March 24, 2022 08:02 PM PDT| By Jasmine AnandHighlights Nearly 35% of the surveyed Kiwi businesses have invested in various measures to lessen the impact of GHG emissions. Infratil is a key stakeholder in Vodafone NZ, the latter has announced plans for selling its passive mobile tower ass.....
TSLA, NIO & 2 other EV stocks to keep an eye on
March 18, 2022 06:50 AM PDT| By SonalHighlights EV stocks are drawing a lot of investor interest and making the headlines worldwide. Increasing pressure on global energy supplies amid the Russia-Ukraine war has prompted demand for EVs. Tesla, NIO and Fisker are some of the .....
Decoding the latest IPCC report
March 17, 2022 01:56 AM PDT| By Toshiva JainHighlights The recent Intergovernmental Panel for Climate Change (IPCC) report has showcased that some of the effects of climate change are now “irreversible”. Around 40% of the world population is “highly vulnerable&rdq.....
CEN, GNE, MEL: 3 energy stocks in the limelight amid carbon auction
March 16, 2022 11:29 PM PDT| By SonalHighlights NZ ETS held a carbon allowance auction for the March quarter on 16 March. CEN announced the price at which shares will be allotted under its Dividend Reinvestment plan. Genesis issued green bonds worth $125 million on 14 March. &.....
What are the impacts of climate change on the Arctic environment?
March 05, 2022 05:00 AM PST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights: Climate changes in sea ice impact its local ecosystems across Arctic Canada. Changes in winter snow can affect food sources, wildlife habitats of northern Canada as well as traditional activities, including harvesting, hunting, and .....
What to expect from a future of climate change?
March 04, 2022 12:00 PM PST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights: The oceans around Canada are getting warmer, acidic, and less oxygenated. Seniors, people with disabilities, pregnant women, residents of northern and remote communities, Indigenous peoples, youth, and children could be at high risk.....
How do Heat Alert and Response Systems (HARS) work in Canada?
March 04, 2022 10:00 AM PST| By Team Kalkine MediaExtreme heat events are becoming a threat to the health of Canadians. Public health and emergency management officials are looking for ways to reduce heat-related health risks in several Canadian communities. To prevent, prepare, and respond to he.....
What are the impacts of climate change on human health?
March 04, 2022 10:00 AM PST| By Team Kalkine MediaClimate change is the greatest health threat of the 21st century stated the World Health Organization. Canada is already facing climate-related health threats as the temperature is increasing in the north and people are facing climate-related heats.....
GNE, MCY, MEL- 3 energy stocks to watch amid changing climate patterns
March 04, 2022 12:54 AM PST| By Jasmine AnandHighlights Global warming to intensify if both domestic and global efforts are not made for limiting GHG emissions. Genesis Energy announces the closure of its Green Bonds offer. Meridian Energy to distribute 5.85 cps as an interim dividend on.....
4 NZX profit-powered utilities in focus ahead of fixed charges hike
March 01, 2022 10:26 PM PST| By SonalHighlights Power utilities of NZ delivered a strong H2 2021 as households are set to see higher daily fixed charges from April. On Monday, Contact Energy's share price was down by 1.2%, while Meridian Energy's share price was up by 0.95%......
Why is energy efficiency important for the environment?
February 26, 2022 05:27 AM PST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights Electric vehicles, including plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) and battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) help in minimizing greenhouse gases emissions and saving fuel costs. The purchasing of energy-efficient products can help in c.....
What are the impacts of greenhouse gas emissions in Canada?
February 26, 2022 05:20 AM PST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights In comparison to other industrialized countries, Canada uses high energy for heating and cooling of buildings. In 2019, almost 26 per cent of total GHG emissions were produced from oil and gas industries in Canada. Dehydration and h.....
What is the modernized Fisheries Act in Canada?
February 25, 2022 06:11 AM PST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights The previous Fisheries Act didn’t address whales in captivity or ban shark finning. The new Fisheries Act focuses on creating new fishery management tools for enhancing fish numbers and ecosystems protection. The new Fisheries.....
How Russia-Ukraine war could hamper the combat on climate change
February 24, 2022 10:27 AM PST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights Since the fall of the Soviet Union, the relations between Ukraine and Russia have become stressful. High gas prices have already encouraged production and consumption of dirtier fuels, which is causing global warming. In 1986, the C.....
MCY, CEN, VCT, NZO- 4 NZX utilities amid growing emissions concerns
February 22, 2022 10:13 PM PST| By Jasmine AnandHighlights NZ’s greenhouse gas emissions did not see any sustained reductions in 2019 compared to 2005 levels, as per Stats NZ. Mercury expects its EBITDA to be $570 million for FY22. Contact Energy witnessed a 72% rise in its prof.....
Why did Meridian’s (NZX:MEL) net profit see a fall of 36%?
February 22, 2022 08:08 PM PST| By Jasmine AnandHighlights Meridian Energy posts on-par financial performance and strong momentum in its operating business. Reports a reduction of 36% in its 1HY22 net profit, owing to lower Tiwai Point revenue. Will distribute 5.85 cps as interim dividend i.....
What is the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999?
February 19, 2022 05:38 AM PST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (CEPA 1999) was implemented on March 31, 2000, to protect the environment and human health from pollution. CEPA 1999 aims to minimize emissions produced from on-road and off-road vehicles a.....
What is Canada doing about plastic waste?
February 19, 2022 05:10 AM PST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights: Marine litter is a form of solid waste that has been thrown or discarded into the environment and it affects freshwater and marine ecosystems. The Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup program focuses on removing trashes from Canada’...