CATF Articles & Posts
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More than 100 countries unite to launch Global Methane Pledge at COP26
Almost 100 Heads of State from around the world joined together today to formally launch the Global Methane Pledge at COP26.
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Europe’s SMR moment has arrived — now comes the hard part
A week after the European Commission unveiled its strategy for Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), policymakers, industry leaders, and experts gathered in Brussels with a shared recognition: Europe now has momentum — but turning it into delivery will be the real test. Andris Piebalgs, former EU Commissioner for Energy and for…
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Flagship IEA report features superhot rock geothermal marking major milestone for the clean firm power source
The report’s recognition of SHR signals growing global consensus around the technology’s potential to shape how the world accesses clean, firm power.
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Applications open for second CATF CEE Fellowship for next generation of climate leaders
Clean Air Task Force (CATF) has extended application period for the second cohort of its Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) Fellowship, an eight-week programme designed to equip early-career energy and climate professionals with the skills, knowledge, and networks to accelerate the region’s clean energy transition. Following a successful inaugural cohort in 2025, which brought…
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New study shows biomass carbon removal can help tackle climate change, and strong standards are needed for the industry to scale sustainably
A new study from Clean Air Task Force (CATF) shows one-third of existing biomass carbon dioxide removal (CDR) credit protocols score satisfactory, providing a strong foundation for robust standards.
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Washington legislature passes bill to establish statewide transmission authority to strengthen the grid
The Washington State Legislature has passed Senate Bill 6355 to establish the Washington Electric Transmission Authority.
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Three trends shaping waste sector methane mitigation in 2026
With the right initiatives, the solid waste sector has the potential to mitigate 8 million tonnes of methane per year by 2030.
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Is there a better approach to electricity reliability in Europe?
Capacity mechanisms are designed to ensure sufficient generation capacity is available to meet peak electricity demand and have grown increasingly important across Europe.
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EU SMR Strategy offers roadmap to move from scattered projects to a shared EU endeavour
Clean Air Task Force (CATF) welcomed the European Commission’s Strategy for Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) as a vital roadmap toward developing and deploying a strategic clean technology grounded in cross-country collaboration.
