In addition to grave human costs, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has created alarming environmental consequences, with impacts that extend far beyond the Ukrainian border and will last for generations to come. In today’s blog, we examine the environmental impacts of the war, although the scale of the damage is hard to fully track due to serious shortcomings in global emissions reporting mechanisms.
Azerbaijan was rewarded without playing the game. Why name Azerbaijan a “reliable partner”?
In July 2022 the European Union named Azerbaijan a “reliable partner” and increased gas imports from the state. Some civil society members have criticized that decision and consider it unethical to reward Azerbaijan with a new contract.
CREW, 80 other groups urge Pelosi and Schumer to pass anti-corruption ENABLERS Act
“If the ENABLERS Act passes, Congress will have transformed American anti-corruption law. In just a few years, the United States will be a global leader in the fight against financial corruption.”
While trying to deliver a letter to President Serdar Berdimuhamedov through the Consulate of Turkmenistan in Istanbul, activists were beaten, one severely.
Originally posted by Turkmen Helsinki Foundation for Human Rights. Click here to read in Russian and Turkmen. On August 16, 2022, Turkmen activists, with the …
Beyond Oil: Examining China’s Influence in Azerbaijan
As Russia’s influence weakens in the South Caucasus, China is becoming an increasingly important player in the region. China’s growing need for hydrocarbon and other …
Correspondence: Response from Shell to Crude Accountability’s Inquiry
The letter below was received in response to the letter submitted by Crude Accountability and other civil society representatives to Shell in regards to Shell’s …
Joint letter by civil society organizations to the EITI Board in response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine
June 13, 2022 Crude Accountability joins dozens of civil society organizations in calling for efficient actions to stop Russian aggression in Ukraine. Ahead of the …
Letter to ENI in Response to the Russian Invasion of Ukraine
Lucia CalvosaChairman of the Board, ENIPiazzale Enrico Mattei1 00144 Rome, Italy June 2, 2022 Dear Ms. Calvosa: We are writing to you to express our …
Letter to Exxon Mobil in Response to the Russian Invasion of Ukraine
Mr. Darren W. WoodsChairman of the Board and Chief Executive OfficerExxon Mobil Corporation5959 Las Colinas BoulevardIrving, Texas 75039-2298 June 2, 2022 Dear Mr. Woods: We …
Letter to Shell in Response to the Russian Invasion of Ukraine
Sir Andrew MackenzieChairman of the BoardShell GlobalShell plcShell CentreLondon SE1 7NAUnited Kingdom June 2, 2022 Dear Sir Mackenzie: We are writing to express concern about …