Energy

China to Increase Funding for Coal Emissions Reduction Projects

China to Increase Funding for Coal Emissions Reduction Projects

China’s National Energy Administration and the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) have announced a plan to increase financing for emissions reduction projects at coal-fired power plants. Construction will start next year on some of the projects, which will include green ammonia and the burning of biomass, with a goal of reducing emissions by 20 […]

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    UK’s New Labour Government Lifts ‘Absurd’ Ban on Onshore Wind

    UK’s New Labour Government Lifts ‘Absurd’ Ban on Onshore Wind

    The United Kingdom’s new Labour government has lifted the “de facto ban” on onshore wind projects in Britain. Both energy experts and environmentalists were in support of the move, which will be confirmed when parliament resumes on July 18, reported The Guardian. “Delivering our clean power mission will help boost Britain’s energy independence, save money […]

    Climate Crisis 101: Everything You Need to Know

    Climate Crisis 101: Everything You Need to Know

    What Is the Climate Crisis? The climate crisis refers to the destabilization of the climate conditions that have allowed human communities and current ecosystems to survive and thrive on Earth. It is caused by a rise in global temperatures that scientists conclude is “unequivocally” driven by human activity — primarily the burning of fossil fuels […]

    AI Energy Demand Drives Google’s Emissions Up 48% in Five Years

    AI Energy Demand Drives Google’s Emissions Up 48% in Five Years

    Google’s goal of lowering its carbon footprint is in trouble as the technology company’s energy consumption has increased due to the amount of power needed for artificial intelligence (AI) data centers. According to the internet giant’s annual environmental report, its greenhouse gas emissions have increased by 13 percent in the past year, due mostly to […]

    Federal Judge Orders Biden Admin to Restart LNG Export Process

    Federal Judge Orders Biden Admin to Restart LNG Export Process

    A federal judge on Monday ordered the resumption of permits for new liquefied natural gas (LNG) facilities by the Biden administration. This follows the government’s pause of the process to analyze how the exports affect climate change, national security and the economy. A federal judge in Louisiana ruled the administration could not delay consideration of […]

    California: New EV Incentives for Low-Income Buyers Could Help Replace ‘Clunkers,’ Improve Air Quality

    California: New EV Incentives for Low-Income Buyers Could Help Replace ‘Clunkers,’ Improve Air Quality

    Residents of California now have access to up to $14,000 in new incentives for electric vehicle purchases and charging access, perks that could help more people afford to swap older, higher tailpipe emissions vehicles for much cleaner options. The California Air Resources Board is rolling out a new Driving Clean Assistance Program that offers incentives […]

    Hawaii Agrees to Decarbonize Its Transportation in ‘Groundbreaking’ Youth Climate Change Settlement

    Hawaii Agrees to Decarbonize Its Transportation in ‘Groundbreaking’ Youth Climate Change Settlement

    On Thursday, Hawaii agreed to settle a lawsuit brought by 13 young people alleging the state had violated their constitutional rights with infrastructure that adds to greenhouse (GHG) emissions, exacerbating climate change. In the settlement, the state agreed to decarbonize its transportation system by 2045. At a news conference, Governor of Hawaii Josh Green, a […]