Climate

The question of how to finance a global transition from fossil fuels to clean energy is perhaps the most critical and difficult issue in the upcoming United Nations climate negotiations that will take place in Paris, starting in late November. Three contentious issues are on the table. First, how should developed countries mobilize $100 billion […]

In my entire life I have never breathed in purer air, drank cleaner water or felt so naturally energized. My family and I recently visited Iceland on a mission to encounter the country’s vast wonderland of geological extremes, and see firsthand how Iceland rose to become the largest clean energy producer per capita in the […]

Bhutan has been hailed as one of the greenest countries on Earth. Currently, the country’s carbon emissions rate is a negligible 0.8 metric tons per capita, according to the World Bank. Not only is Bhutan carbon neutral, it’s also a carbon sink—making it one of the few countries in the world to have negative carbon emissions. […]

It’s clear that Stephen Colbert is a big fan of the Pope. On Wednesday night’s Late Show, Colbert gushed about the holy leader, who he affectionately calls Frank. And he ripped into Congressman Paul Gosar (R-AZ), who boycotted the Pope’s speech to Congress. Last night, the so-called “Francis Fanboy” was at it again. Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ykwtWzMAlk expand=1] He […]

Sweden is setting out to prove that the world doesn’t need fossil fuels. In a recent announcement, the Swedish government said it will invest 4.5 billion kronor, or US$546 million, in their 2016 budget “to meet the challenges of climate change, increase the share of renewable energy and stimulate development of innovative environmental technology.” #Sweden on […]

The global movement to divest from fossil fuels and invest in renewable energy has exploded, topping at $2.6 trillion and growing 50-fold in just one year, according to a new analysis released today. To date, 430 institutions and 2,040 individuals have pledged to divest from fossil fuels from governments and investors in 43 countries and […]

While countries have dragged their feet for years on meaningful climate action, many cities around the world have forged ahead with sustainability efforts. In July, about 60 mayors pledged to fight climate change at a two-day conference hosted by Pope Francis. Several cities have even made impressive strides to ditch fossil fuels in favor of renewables. […]

If you were watching the Emmy’s last night, you might have been wondering why some actors were wearing those little green ribbons on their lapel. What is the green ribbon about? #Emmys — thesoapgoddess (@thesoapgoddess) September 21, 2015 The green ribbon on the actors at the #Emmys is for what reason? Curious… — ACE (@EyeAmAngel) […]