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renewable-energy
The Verge
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

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. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
California

Sensor network shows EVs are reducing CO2 emissions in the Bay Area. Is it enough?

Electric vehicles contributed to a 1.8% annual reduction in carbon emissions in Northern California.
Transition to zero-emission vehicles is effective but insufficient to meet California's climate goals. [ more ]
www.dw.com
2 months ago
Environment

CO2 emissions reached record high in 2023 IEA DW 03/01/2024

Energy-related CO2 emissions hit a record high in 2023, rising by 1.1% to 37.4 billion tonnes.
Use of wind, solar energy, and electric vehicles helped offset coal and oil growth, while drought and economic reopening drove emissions. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Environment

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. [ more ]
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electric-vehicles
The Atlantic
1 month ago
Cars

Joe Biden and Donald Trump Have Thoughts About Your Next Car

The new rule aims to reduce carbon emissions by 50% in fleets by 2032, encouraging electric and hybrid models.
The rule is expected to accelerate the shift towards electric vehicles, potentially making up half of new car sales by 2032. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Cars

Tiny Electric Vehicles Pack a Bigger Climate Punch Than Cars

The shift to electric two and three-wheelers is reducing oil demand by one million barrels a day.
Electric vehicles are the only category on track to meet climate goals and reduce air pollution. [ more ]
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www.dw.com
5 months ago
Environment

What are India's climate goals at COP28? DW 12/06/2023

India is using the COP28 climate conference to represent the interests of developing countries
India calls for developed countries to bear more of the load in helping poorer nations meet climate goals [ more ]
www.dw.com
5 months ago
Environment

German court rules federal government violated climate law DW 11/30/2023

A German court ruled that the federal government failed to meet climate goals in the transport and building sectors.
The government must adopt an immediate program to reduce emissions in the transportation and construction sectors.
Environmental groups took the government to court, accusing it of violating Germany's Climate Protection Act. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
5 months ago
Chicago

Green New Deal advocates rouse supporters in Little Village gathering as they call for federal funding

The Green New Deal for the People tour is pushing for greater federal investment in climate policy.
Elected officials are calling for $1 trillion in state and federal investment every year between now and 2030.
The tour aims to pressure President Biden to commit to climate goals. [ more ]
Austin Monitor
5 months ago
Austin

City Council moves toward enshrining remote work options - Austin Monitor

City Council approves amendments to city plans regarding remote work policies for city employees.
Amendments aim to align remote work policies with goals of reducing vehicle trips and parking demand.
Resolution directs city manager to draft amendments by Feb. 15 based on Planning Commission's recommendations. [ more ]
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ABC30 Fresno
2 days ago
California

Nation's first solar-powered electric truck charging station opens in Bakersfield

The nation's first solar-powered electric truck charging depot has opened in California. [ more ]
Kqed
2 weeks ago
California

California's New 1600-Acre State Park Set to Open This Summer | KQED

Californians getting a new state park after a decade: Dos Rios preserve in Central Valley, rich in biodiversity and accessible for all. [ more ]
www.dw.com
2 weeks ago
Europe politics

EU elections: What have lawmakers achieved since 2019? DW 04/25/2024

EU Parliament enacted laws addressing climate goals, including emission reduction targets and green policies. [ more ]
time.com
1 month ago
OMG science

U.N. Weather Agency Issues Red Alert' on Climate Change After Record Heat in 2023

Record-breaking levels of greenhouse gases and warming in 2023, pointing towards a potential warmer 2024.
Climate goal of limiting planetary warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius is in jeopardy due to inadequate global efforts. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
OMG science

It's official: 2023 was hottest year in decades

Earth last year shattered global annual heat records, coming dangerously close to the 1.5 degrees Celsius limit set in the Paris climate accord.
January 2024 is on track to be so warm that it will exceed the 1.5-degree threshold, marking the first time a 12-month period will breach that limit. [ more ]
Ars Technica
4 months ago
OMG science

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. [ more ]
Kqed
1 month ago
Environment

Bay Area Researchers Find Oil and Gas Companies' Methane Output Surpasses EPA Reports | KQED

Oil-producing areas have higher methane leaks due to lack of infrastructure for gas transport.
Pennsylvania's focus on natural gas production results in less methane wastage. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Environment

Inside the E.P.A. Decision to Narrow Two Big Climate Rules

The Biden administration is recalibrating its climate goals amidst political and legal challenges.
Delays in EPA regulations for power plants and car makers are tactics to navigate industry opposition and legal threats. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Environment

London is most exposed city in world to air pollution from aviation, study finds

London, Tokyo, and Dubai are among the cities most affected by air pollution from aviation.
The largest 20 airports combined emit carbon emissions equivalent to 58 coal-fired power stations. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
2 months ago
Cars

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. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Germany politics

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. [ more ]
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