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- 1Saudi oil scientists helped write key IPCC climate reports●Saudi oil scientists ended up working on most important climate reports
Saudi Aramco-affiliated scientists have taken part in drafting the IPCC's landmark climate assessment reports, according to a Guardian investigation. The reports are the world's most authoritative scientific assessments of global warming, and critics say the presence of oil industry personnel inside the process raises questions about conflicts of interest, while defenders note participation is open to member-state nominated experts.
- 2EU considers delaying methane rules as IEA weighs oil stocks●EU eyes methane law delay, IEA to discuss oil stock releases if needed
The European Union is weighing a delay to its methane emissions law, while the International Energy Agency says it stands ready to discuss coordinated releases of oil stockpiles if market conditions require. The twin moves point to growing concern in Brussels and among energy watchdogs about balancing climate commitments with supply security and price pressures currently facing consumers and industry.