Google's carbon footprint balloons in its Gemini AI era
Google's greenhouse gas emissions have increased by 48% since 2019, making it challenging to meet its climate goals as it integrates AI into its products.
World Bank Thwarts Climate Goals With $750 Million in Factory Farm Investments
Development banks invested over $2.27 billion in factory farming in 2023, contradicting their commitments to combat climate change.
We're at a make-or-break moment for US climate goals
Greenhouse gas emissions falling in the US, but not rapidly enough to meet ambitious climate goals set by the Biden administration.
Microsoft's AI obsession is jeopardizing its climate ambitions
Microsoft's greenhouse gas emissions have increased instead of decreasing, as the company struggles to balance AI leadership with climate goals.
U.S. Carbon Emissions Fell in 2023 as Coal Use Tumbled to New Lows
US greenhouse gas emissions fell 1.9% in 2023, largely due to a decrease in coal burning for electricity.
Emissions have fallen roughly 17.2% since 2005, but more drastic reductions are needed to meet climate goals.
Google's carbon footprint balloons in its Gemini AI era
Google's greenhouse gas emissions have increased by 48% since 2019, making it challenging to meet its climate goals as it integrates AI into its products.
Op-Ed | Renewable diesel is key to advancing NYC's clean energy transition | amNewYork
New York City has converted its heavy-duty vehicle fleet to renewable diesel, marking a significant step towards greener transportation.
The UK helped usher in the coal era - now its closing its last remaining plant
The UK is closing its last coal-fired power plant, marking a significant step towards achieving climate goals.
Build or Burn: New Yorkers Demand Renewable Energy in Williamsburg
Environmental justice advocates demand New York retire polluting facilities and create 15 gigawatts of renewable energy by 2030 to achieve climate goals.
Kathy Hochul sees NY's looming energy woes - but won't FIX the mess
New York's ambitious renewable energy goals face severe challenges and risks due to lack of realistic plans for energy supply and infrastructure.
Nuclear Power Has to Work
To meet climate goals, the US needs to learn to build nuclear-power plants affordably.
Microsoft made the biggest renewable energy agreement ever to fuel its AI ambitions
Microsoft signs the largest corporate agreement to purchase renewable energy, investing in 10.5 GW to support AI ambitions and climate goals.
Op-Ed | Renewable diesel is key to advancing NYC's clean energy transition | amNewYork
New York City has converted its heavy-duty vehicle fleet to renewable diesel, marking a significant step towards greener transportation.
The UK helped usher in the coal era - now its closing its last remaining plant
The UK is closing its last coal-fired power plant, marking a significant step towards achieving climate goals.
Build or Burn: New Yorkers Demand Renewable Energy in Williamsburg
Environmental justice advocates demand New York retire polluting facilities and create 15 gigawatts of renewable energy by 2030 to achieve climate goals.
Kathy Hochul sees NY's looming energy woes - but won't FIX the mess
New York's ambitious renewable energy goals face severe challenges and risks due to lack of realistic plans for energy supply and infrastructure.
Nuclear Power Has to Work
To meet climate goals, the US needs to learn to build nuclear-power plants affordably.
Microsoft made the biggest renewable energy agreement ever to fuel its AI ambitions
Microsoft signs the largest corporate agreement to purchase renewable energy, investing in 10.5 GW to support AI ambitions and climate goals.
Google inks nuclear deal for next-generation reactors
Google is the first to secure electricity from advanced small modular nuclear reactors to meet its climate and AI energy demands.
Power-Thirsty AI Turns to Mothballed Nuclear Plants. Is That Safe?
Microsoft's purchase deal highlights a notable shift towards revitalizing dormant nuclear energy sources to meet the increasing energy requirements for AI.
The US could bring a shuttered nuclear power plant back to life next year
Nuclear energy could experience a revival in the US with federal support for reopening shuttered plants.
Google inks nuclear deal for next-generation reactors
Google is the first to secure electricity from advanced small modular nuclear reactors to meet its climate and AI energy demands.
Power-Thirsty AI Turns to Mothballed Nuclear Plants. Is That Safe?
Microsoft's purchase deal highlights a notable shift towards revitalizing dormant nuclear energy sources to meet the increasing energy requirements for AI.
The US could bring a shuttered nuclear power plant back to life next year
Nuclear energy could experience a revival in the US with federal support for reopening shuttered plants.
'We're not going to hit the climate goals anyway': Eric Schmidt has a plan to drive sustainable data center and AI development - and it involves more AI
Eric Schmidt believes AI's demands may overshadow sustainability efforts and that economic incentives will drive energy efficiency.
Labour plans tougher energy rules for social homes
Labour plans for all social homes to achieve an EPC rating of at least C by 2030 to cut fuel bills and support climate goals.
AI will be help rather than hindrance in hitting climate targets, Bill Gates says
Artificial intelligence can aid in achieving climate goals by making technology and electricity grids more efficient, despite concerns about increased energy demand from datacentres.
'We're not going to hit the climate goals anyway': Eric Schmidt has a plan to drive sustainable data center and AI development - and it involves more AI
Eric Schmidt believes AI's demands may overshadow sustainability efforts and that economic incentives will drive energy efficiency.
Labour plans tougher energy rules for social homes
Labour plans for all social homes to achieve an EPC rating of at least C by 2030 to cut fuel bills and support climate goals.
AI will be help rather than hindrance in hitting climate targets, Bill Gates says
Artificial intelligence can aid in achieving climate goals by making technology and electricity grids more efficient, despite concerns about increased energy demand from datacentres.
Broken blades, angry fishermen, and rising costs slow offshore wind
The failure of a wind turbine blade has delayed major projects off Massachusetts and raised concerns about the impact on local fishermen and climate goals.
California's new $20 million train is unlike anything else in the US
California advances its climate goals with the introduction of the Zero Emission Multiple Unit (ZEMU) train, reducing carbon emissions and enhancing rail service.
California EV sales are falling. Is it just temporary, or a threat to state climate goals?
Electric vehicle sales in California have dropped significantly for the first time in over a decade, raising concerns about the state's ability to meet its climate goals. Tesla sales in California fell 10% in the final quarter of 2023.
High vehicle prices, unreliable charging networks, and consumer frustrations may be contributing to the decline in EV sales in California.
California's new $20 million train is unlike anything else in the US
California advances its climate goals with the introduction of the Zero Emission Multiple Unit (ZEMU) train, reducing carbon emissions and enhancing rail service.
California EV sales are falling. Is it just temporary, or a threat to state climate goals?
Electric vehicle sales in California have dropped significantly for the first time in over a decade, raising concerns about the state's ability to meet its climate goals. Tesla sales in California fell 10% in the final quarter of 2023.
High vehicle prices, unreliable charging networks, and consumer frustrations may be contributing to the decline in EV sales in California.
Commonwealth Bank to stop financing fossil fuel companies that don't comply with Paris climate goals
Commonwealth Bank will stop financing fossil fuel companies not aligned with Paris climate goals by 2024.
New COP28 agreement calls for "transitioning away from fossil fuels"
The closing agreement at the UN's COP28 meeting includes a call for a transition away from fossil fuels, aligning with the implications of the Paris Treaty.
The Global Stocktake document acknowledges incremental progress but highlights the need for more aggressive measures to meet climate goals.
Commonwealth Bank to stop financing fossil fuel companies that don't comply with Paris climate goals
Commonwealth Bank will stop financing fossil fuel companies not aligned with Paris climate goals by 2024.
New COP28 agreement calls for "transitioning away from fossil fuels"
The closing agreement at the UN's COP28 meeting includes a call for a transition away from fossil fuels, aligning with the implications of the Paris Treaty.
The Global Stocktake document acknowledges incremental progress but highlights the need for more aggressive measures to meet climate goals.
German heat pump rollout at risk as government ends climate subsidies
Germany has halted subsidies for key climate goals, potentially hindering the rollout of heat pumps and other energy efficient programs.
The government's budget shortfall and court ruling on pandemic-era borrowing have led to the pause in funding programs.
EU Parliament confirms Ursula von der Leyen in top position DW 07/18/2024
Ursula von der Leyen re-elected as European Commission President until 2029 with a comfortable majority.
Resource burden of EVs set to triple by 2050
Demand for raw materials for EVs will triple by 2050, with lithium-ion batteries crucial. Research shows resources need may be underestimated, especially if targeting climate goals.