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Google's emissions shot up 48% over five years due to AI

Google's emissions rose significantly over five years due to increased AI usage, challenging its goal of carbon neutrality by 2030.

Big Tech is the nuclear industry's new best friend: Amazon, Microsoft and Google rush to sign deals

Big Tech's carbon neutrality goals face challenges due to the energy demands of generative AI, leading to a renewed interest in nuclear power.

Data center emissions likely 662% higher than big tech claims. Can it keep up the ruse?

Big tech's reported emissions from data centers are significantly understated, especially with rising energy demands driven by artificial intelligence.

Google's emissions shot up 48% over five years due to AI

Google's emissions rose significantly over five years due to increased AI usage, challenging its goal of carbon neutrality by 2030.

Big Tech is the nuclear industry's new best friend: Amazon, Microsoft and Google rush to sign deals

Big Tech's carbon neutrality goals face challenges due to the energy demands of generative AI, leading to a renewed interest in nuclear power.

Data center emissions likely 662% higher than big tech claims. Can it keep up the ruse?

Big tech's reported emissions from data centers are significantly understated, especially with rising energy demands driven by artificial intelligence.
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#renewable-energy

Critics say Austin Energy's proposal to pivot toward hydrogen could do more harm than good - Austin Monitor

Austin Energy is considering building a gas plant that can burn carbon-neutral green hydrogen as part of its efforts to achieve carbon neutrality by 2035.
The use of green hydrogen as a fuel source is still in its early stages and faces technological constraints, cost challenges, and concerns about harmful byproducts.

The titanium Apple Watch Series 10 is carbon neutral

Apple Watch Series 10 is carbon neutral; any model can achieve this status through their carbon-neutral initiatives this year.

Critics still say hydrogen gas plant would be a dealbreaker in Austin Energy Resource Generation Plan - Austin Monitor

Environmentalists are urging Austin Energy to reconsider its proposed hydrogen-capable power plant, citing risks to carbon neutrality goals.
Experts argue for prioritizing energy efficiency and proven renewable sources over untested hydrogen technology.

Apple will buy renewable power for its Mac Mini users | TechCrunch

Apple's new Mac Mini is the company's first Mac product to achieve carbon neutrality through renewable energy investments.

Oktoberfest: Beer and pretzels in a sustainable package DW 09/19/2024

Oktoberfest 2024 emphasizes sustainability, aiming for carbon neutrality while reducing waste and promoting local, organic produce.

Net zero by 2050: 9 charts showing the world's progress | DW | 09.11.2021

Countries must balance emissions by removing equal amounts of CO2 to achieve net zero and carbon neutrality.

Critics say Austin Energy's proposal to pivot toward hydrogen could do more harm than good - Austin Monitor

Austin Energy is considering building a gas plant that can burn carbon-neutral green hydrogen as part of its efforts to achieve carbon neutrality by 2035.
The use of green hydrogen as a fuel source is still in its early stages and faces technological constraints, cost challenges, and concerns about harmful byproducts.

The titanium Apple Watch Series 10 is carbon neutral

Apple Watch Series 10 is carbon neutral; any model can achieve this status through their carbon-neutral initiatives this year.

Critics still say hydrogen gas plant would be a dealbreaker in Austin Energy Resource Generation Plan - Austin Monitor

Environmentalists are urging Austin Energy to reconsider its proposed hydrogen-capable power plant, citing risks to carbon neutrality goals.
Experts argue for prioritizing energy efficiency and proven renewable sources over untested hydrogen technology.

Apple will buy renewable power for its Mac Mini users | TechCrunch

Apple's new Mac Mini is the company's first Mac product to achieve carbon neutrality through renewable energy investments.

Oktoberfest: Beer and pretzels in a sustainable package DW 09/19/2024

Oktoberfest 2024 emphasizes sustainability, aiming for carbon neutrality while reducing waste and promoting local, organic produce.

Net zero by 2050: 9 charts showing the world's progress | DW | 09.11.2021

Countries must balance emissions by removing equal amounts of CO2 to achieve net zero and carbon neutrality.
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#nuclear-energy

Will AI's huge energy demands spur a nuclear renaissance?

Google and Amazon invest in advanced nuclear energy to meet rising tech industry power demands and support carbon-neutral goals.

Japan looks to nuclear energy to power datacenter boom

Hokkaido Electric Power aims to restart Tomari Number 3 reactor to meet rising electricity demand from data centers and contribute to carbon neutrality goals.

Will AI's huge energy demands spur a nuclear renaissance?

Google and Amazon invest in advanced nuclear energy to meet rising tech industry power demands and support carbon-neutral goals.

Japan looks to nuclear energy to power datacenter boom

Hokkaido Electric Power aims to restart Tomari Number 3 reactor to meet rising electricity demand from data centers and contribute to carbon neutrality goals.
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#electric-vehicles

EVs sales grow, but private buyers are steering clear

Electric vehicle sales rising, but private buyers hesitant.
Shift towards hybrid electric vehicles in UK and Europe market.
Traditional ICE vehicle sales declining, government target for carbon neutrality.
SMMT predicts growth in BEV and HEV sales, especially in LCV segment.

FlixBus trials London - Cambridge electric coach service (in partnership with Whippet and Zenobe)

FlixBus has initiated a trial of a 100% electric coach service between Cambridge and London, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2040.

Suzuki debuts its first all-electric SUV: the e Vitara

Suzuki has launched its first battery electric vehicle, the e Vitara, targeting carbon neutrality and tailored mobility solutions.

Hyundai knows how to make a good-looking hydrogen concept car

Hyundai aims to create appealing hydrogen-powered vehicles, focusing on attractive designs and practical driving ranges.

NASCAR's new electric vehicle has more horsepower than gas racecars

NASCAR unveiled an electric stock car with double the horsepower of its usual cars, developed in partnership with traditional automakers.
NASCAR remains dedicated to combustion engines, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2035, through electrification and innovation.

EVs sales grow, but private buyers are steering clear

Electric vehicle sales rising, but private buyers hesitant.
Shift towards hybrid electric vehicles in UK and Europe market.
Traditional ICE vehicle sales declining, government target for carbon neutrality.
SMMT predicts growth in BEV and HEV sales, especially in LCV segment.

FlixBus trials London - Cambridge electric coach service (in partnership with Whippet and Zenobe)

FlixBus has initiated a trial of a 100% electric coach service between Cambridge and London, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2040.

Suzuki debuts its first all-electric SUV: the e Vitara

Suzuki has launched its first battery electric vehicle, the e Vitara, targeting carbon neutrality and tailored mobility solutions.

Hyundai knows how to make a good-looking hydrogen concept car

Hyundai aims to create appealing hydrogen-powered vehicles, focusing on attractive designs and practical driving ranges.

NASCAR's new electric vehicle has more horsepower than gas racecars

NASCAR unveiled an electric stock car with double the horsepower of its usual cars, developed in partnership with traditional automakers.
NASCAR remains dedicated to combustion engines, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2035, through electrification and innovation.
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#environmental-impact

Yes, the Apple Watch Series 10 can be carbon-neutral - but only with select bands

Apple aims for 100% carbon neutrality by 2030 through sustainable practices, including using recycled materials and non-air shipping methods for its products.

What happens to the world if forests stop absorbing carbon? Ask Finland

Finland is experiencing record heat and dryness, impacting natural ecosystems and the credibility of its carbon-neutrality goals.

AI Datacenters More Than 600 Percent Worse for Environment Than Tech Companies Claimed

Tech companies may have misrepresented their environmental impact by underreporting emissions from AI model data centers.

California Needs to Pull Carbon From the Air to Meet Its Climate Goals. This Bill Lays Out a Plan | KQED

Establishing guardrails for the carbon-removal industry is crucial. Legislation emphasizes true carbon dioxide removal over enhanced oil recovery, involving communities and focusing on carbon neutrality by 2045.

Yes, the Apple Watch Series 10 can be carbon-neutral - but only with select bands

Apple aims for 100% carbon neutrality by 2030 through sustainable practices, including using recycled materials and non-air shipping methods for its products.

What happens to the world if forests stop absorbing carbon? Ask Finland

Finland is experiencing record heat and dryness, impacting natural ecosystems and the credibility of its carbon-neutrality goals.

AI Datacenters More Than 600 Percent Worse for Environment Than Tech Companies Claimed

Tech companies may have misrepresented their environmental impact by underreporting emissions from AI model data centers.

California Needs to Pull Carbon From the Air to Meet Its Climate Goals. This Bill Lays Out a Plan | KQED

Establishing guardrails for the carbon-removal industry is crucial. Legislation emphasizes true carbon dioxide removal over enhanced oil recovery, involving communities and focusing on carbon neutrality by 2045.
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French climate tech startup Aerleum secures 5.4M

Aerleum has secured $6M in funding to advance its CO2 capture technology for a circular carbon economy.
#sustainability

Carbon Neutral FENIX Materials for Interior Design Are Rising

FENIX by Arpa Industriale is an innovative material for interior design, offering unique aesthetics, haptic appeal, and sustainability through carbon neutrality.

The IT paradox: Innovate while lowering carbon emissions

Google's shift away from claiming carbon neutrality highlights the tension between technological advancement and environmental sustainability efforts.

Carbon Neutral FENIX Materials for Interior Design Are Rising

FENIX by Arpa Industriale is an innovative material for interior design, offering unique aesthetics, haptic appeal, and sustainability through carbon neutrality.

The IT paradox: Innovate while lowering carbon emissions

Google's shift away from claiming carbon neutrality highlights the tension between technological advancement and environmental sustainability efforts.
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California Eyes a Push Toward Electric Heat Pumps Instead of Gas-Powered Heaters | KQED

California's updated building codes significantly promote electrification in new homes, impacting market trends towards all-electric buildings.

Why Hyundai is all in on hydrogen

Hyundai is committing to a significant increase in hydrogen production, aiming for 3 million tons annually by 2035, emphasizing the role of hydrogen in clean energy.

Zoning board throws a wrench into Mayor Wu's climate-friendly building plans

The Zoning Commission's failure to pass the Net Zero Carbon Zoning could slow Boston's efforts toward carbon-neutral buildings.

Is Europe's Green Deal entering a grey zone?

Europe's Green Deal aims for carbon neutrality by 2050 but faces challenges, especially in industries like glassware and steel, amid concerns of economic competitiveness and social costs.
#austin-energy

Austin Energy, advisory group move toward presenting plans to Council - Austin Monitor

Environmentalists are skeptical of Austin Energy's plan to reach carbon neutrality by 2035.
The Electric Utility Commission working group recommends that Austin Energy eliminate all fossil fuel use after 2035.

Austin Energy pauses to analyze path forward for climate plan - Austin Monitor

Austin Energy pausing amendment process for its resource, generation, and climate protection plan
Mayor pushing to exit coal-fired project, facing challenges with joint ownership

Austin Energy's climate protection plan timeline comes under fire - Austin Monitor

Austin Energy is adopting a new approach for collaborative policy planning after backlash on proposals impacting carbon neutrality goals.

Austin Energy, advisory group move toward presenting plans to Council - Austin Monitor

Environmentalists are skeptical of Austin Energy's plan to reach carbon neutrality by 2035.
The Electric Utility Commission working group recommends that Austin Energy eliminate all fossil fuel use after 2035.

Austin Energy pauses to analyze path forward for climate plan - Austin Monitor

Austin Energy pausing amendment process for its resource, generation, and climate protection plan
Mayor pushing to exit coal-fired project, facing challenges with joint ownership

Austin Energy's climate protection plan timeline comes under fire - Austin Monitor

Austin Energy is adopting a new approach for collaborative policy planning after backlash on proposals impacting carbon neutrality goals.
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#california-state-park

California Announces First New State Park in a Decade, Sets Climate Goals for Natural Lands

California is opening its first new state park in a decade, Dos Rios, aiming to cut emissions and promote carbon neutrality by 2045.

California announces first new state park in a decade and sets climate goals for natural lands

California is opening its first new state park in a decade, Dos Rios tract, to promote respect for nature and achieve carbon neutrality by 2045.

California Announces First New State Park in a Decade, Sets Climate Goals for Natural Lands

California is opening its first new state park in a decade, Dos Rios, aiming to cut emissions and promote carbon neutrality by 2045.

California announces first new state park in a decade and sets climate goals for natural lands

California is opening its first new state park in a decade, Dos Rios tract, to promote respect for nature and achieve carbon neutrality by 2045.
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California wants to harness more than half its land to combat climate change by 2045. Here's how

California aims to transform over 50% of its 100 million acres of land into carbon-absorbing landscapes in the next 20 years.

Opinion: California's greenhouse gas emissions are rising - and we're not even counting them all

California has committed to carbon neutrality by 2045, but the state's greenhouse gas emissions increased slightly last year.
California's greenhouse gas inventory excludes emissions from sources like wildfires and industrial sectors, leading to an undercount of overall emissions.
The omission of these emissions has serious consequences, including a greater greenhouse gas footprint and negative impacts on California communities.

Emissions: Apple and others ignoring climate pledges DW 02/13/2023

The net-zero emissions plans of 24 multinational companies are not only largely misleading, but also distract from a failure to cut climate-wrecking emissions in line with the Paris climate goals.The latest Corporate Climate Responsibility Monitor, which is authored by German think tank, the New Climate Institute, paints a picture of private sector obfuscation in regard to meaningful decarbonization.

Today's Headlines

Transit Ridership Highest in Months (SFExaminer)
BART Not Stopping at Lafayette (SFStandard)
'Mayors' of Slow Streets (SFChron)
Driver Kills Pedestrian at Franklin and Eddy (SFGate)
Oakland Cop is Hit and Run Driver (SFStandard, Oaklandside)
Why Doesn't Berkeley Have More Condos?(Berkeleyside)
Walking all the Streets of Berkeley (Berkeleyside)
Did 'Bioswales' Work? (SFChron)
Artist Steals Muni Maps (SFStandard)
Commentary: Carbon Neutrality Won't be Easy with Transit Ridership Low (MercNews)
Commentary: High Security Deposits Contributing to Housing Crisis (SFChron)
Commentary: S.F.'s 'Free' Bathroom?
#restrictions

France tightens ad rules to take aim at greenwashing'

The measures, which came into force on January 1, come after United Nations experts issued a raft of new guidelines aimed at drawing a red line around bogus net zero claims.The French government has said the goal is to provide transparent information for the public, to progressively strengthen the commitments of advertisers and to combat greenwashing.

Record heat and lowest rainful: How France suffered in 2022

New advertising rules in France will make it more difficult for firms to claim that their products and services are "carbon neutral", as experts push for stronger international regulation to tackle company greenwashing.Published: 6 January 2023 09:03 CET The measures, which came into force on January 1, come after United Nations experts issued a raft of new guidelines aimed at drawing a red line around bogus net zero claims.

France tightens ad rules to take aim at greenwashing'

The measures, which came into force on January 1, come after United Nations experts issued a raft of new guidelines aimed at drawing a red line around bogus net zero claims.The French government has said the goal is to provide transparent information for the public, to progressively strengthen the commitments of advertisers and to combat greenwashing.

Record heat and lowest rainful: How France suffered in 2022

New advertising rules in France will make it more difficult for firms to claim that their products and services are "carbon neutral", as experts push for stronger international regulation to tackle company greenwashing.Published: 6 January 2023 09:03 CET The measures, which came into force on January 1, come after United Nations experts issued a raft of new guidelines aimed at drawing a red line around bogus net zero claims.
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#climate-change

Trump's Energy Guy Talked a Green Game but Now Sells Big Oil Priorities

Doug Burgum, Republican governor of North Dakota, is a key energy advisor in Trump's campaign, advocating for policies that benefit fossil fuels while appearing environmentally conscious.

Venice Biennale 2022 gets eco accolade, winning carbon neutrality status

The Venice Biennale slashed and offset carbon emissions to achieve carbon neutrality in all five 2022 festival editions, including the 59th International Art Exhibition which closed last month.While Venice is known for having been ravaged by the deleterious effects of climate change in recent years, the Biennale hopes to turn the city into a global example of how big arts events can significantly reduce their carbon footprints.

EU reaches agreement on pivotal carbon market deal

Negotiators were at odds over how quickly to end free CO2 permits the EU gives industries to protect from foreign competition.European Union negotiators have reached an agreement on overhauling the bloc's carbon market, the central plank of its ambitions to reduce emissions and invest in climate-friendly technologies.

Seaweed packaging and greenhouse-in-a-box among 2022 Earthshot Prize winners

Prince William has announced the five winning projects of this year's Earthshot Prize, founded by the royal together with British wildlife presenter David Attenborough to find solutions to "repair our planet".The Earthshot Prize winners each received a £1 million grant to scale their projects, with each tackling a different topic from regenerating nature and fighting climate change to eliminating pollution - whether at sea, on land or in the air - based loosely on the United Nations' sustainable development goals.

Trump's Energy Guy Talked a Green Game but Now Sells Big Oil Priorities

Doug Burgum, Republican governor of North Dakota, is a key energy advisor in Trump's campaign, advocating for policies that benefit fossil fuels while appearing environmentally conscious.

Venice Biennale 2022 gets eco accolade, winning carbon neutrality status

The Venice Biennale slashed and offset carbon emissions to achieve carbon neutrality in all five 2022 festival editions, including the 59th International Art Exhibition which closed last month.While Venice is known for having been ravaged by the deleterious effects of climate change in recent years, the Biennale hopes to turn the city into a global example of how big arts events can significantly reduce their carbon footprints.

EU reaches agreement on pivotal carbon market deal

Negotiators were at odds over how quickly to end free CO2 permits the EU gives industries to protect from foreign competition.European Union negotiators have reached an agreement on overhauling the bloc's carbon market, the central plank of its ambitions to reduce emissions and invest in climate-friendly technologies.

Seaweed packaging and greenhouse-in-a-box among 2022 Earthshot Prize winners

Prince William has announced the five winning projects of this year's Earthshot Prize, founded by the royal together with British wildlife presenter David Attenborough to find solutions to "repair our planet".The Earthshot Prize winners each received a £1 million grant to scale their projects, with each tackling a different topic from regenerating nature and fighting climate change to eliminating pollution - whether at sea, on land or in the air - based loosely on the United Nations' sustainable development goals.
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EU strikes key deal on carbon trading to slash emissions by 2030

Smoke comes out a factory in Vasaa on December 6, 2022.Olivier Morin, AFP EU member states and parliamentarians on Sunday announced an agreement for a major reform to the bloc's carbon market, the central plank of its ambitions to reduce emissions and invest in climate-friendly technologies.The deal aims to accelerate emissions cuts, phase out free allowances to industries and targets fuel emissions from the building and road transport sectors, according to a European Parliament statement.

KPMB Architects unveils "vertical campus" at Boston University

Canadian studio KPMB Architects has completed a campus building in Boston with a series of cantilevered volumes that is the largest "fossil-free building" in the city.KPMB Architects designed the Boston University Centre for Computing & Data Science to stand 305 feet tall (92 metres) on the Charles River.

EU renewable hydrogen plan needs a "reality check"

The European Court of Auditors raised concerns about the European Union's renewable hydrogen program due to unrealistic benchmarks and various challenges.

China's emissions of two potent greenhouse gases rise 78% in decade

Perfluorocarbon emissions in China have surged, significantly contributing to global emissions, with implications for the country's carbon neutrality goal and global climate mitigation.

Google's greenhouse gas emissions climbed nearly 50 percent in five years due to AI

Google's greenhouse gas emissions rose by almost 50% in the past five years due to heavy data center usage for AI, affecting carbon neutrality goals by 2030.
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