Good climate news this week
1. Over 50% of cars sold in China in July were electric - first time ever
2. China remains on track for a decline in annual emissions this year
3. Beijing releases action plan to build a new electricity system to pursue green development and ensure energy security
4. Deforestation in Brazil’s Amazon down to lowest since 2016
5. Italy passes legislation to cut red tape on renewables
6. UK loosens planning rules to allow more solar and wind
7. UK bans misleading Virgin Atlantic "sustainable aviation fuels" ad
8. 91.9% of vehicles sold in Norway in July 2024 were electric
9. Climate protesters bring fight to Wall Street
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