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fromBig Think
6 months ago

"It's just like plugging in your phone": The mindset shift needed to scale EVs

Rapid growth in electric vehicle sales is outpacing the development of public charging infrastructure.
Urban areas face significant challenges in expanding EV charging networks. Charging access is crucial for EV adoption.
fromArchDaily
1 day ago
Toronto startup

Embracing Material Intelligence: How the Pacific Northwest is Promoting Timber Innovation

Material intelligence focuses on how materials perform and adapt within ecological and cultural systems.
Cross-laminated timber (CLT) represents a significant shift toward sustainable construction, especially in the context of environmental challenges.
Miscellaneous
fromBig Think
6 months ago

"It's just like plugging in your phone": The mindset shift needed to scale EVs

Rapid growth in electric vehicle sales is outpacing the development of public charging infrastructure.
Urban areas face significant challenges in expanding EV charging networks. Charging access is crucial for EV adoption.
fromArchDaily
1 day ago
Toronto startup

Embracing Material Intelligence: How the Pacific Northwest is Promoting Timber Innovation

Material intelligence focuses on how materials perform and adapt within ecological and cultural systems.
Cross-laminated timber (CLT) represents a significant shift toward sustainable construction, especially in the context of environmental challenges.
more#urban-development
fromSustainable Bus
2 days ago
Alternative transportation

MCV orders hydrogen tanks to Hexagon for its upcoming European fuel cell bus model - Sustainable Bus

MCV has placed a significant order with Hexagon Purus for hydrogen tanks, signaling growth in hydrogen fuel-cell electric buses.
#climate-tech
fromArchDaily
6 days ago
Environment

0 Club Coworking Space / DDAA

Climate Tech focuses on technologies that reduce CO2 emissions and promote sustainability.
The 0 Club serves as a collaborative hub for innovation in the Climate Tech sector.
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago
Startup companies

Ara Partners new $800M fund will decarbonize old industrial assets | TechCrunch

Ara Partners raised an $800 million fund to support climate tech innovations aimed at decarbonizing industrial sectors.
The fund plans to repurpose existing assets for low-carbon developments, driven by increasing cost competitiveness of green technologies.
fromArchDaily
6 days ago
Environment

0 Club Coworking Space / DDAA

Climate Tech focuses on technologies that reduce CO2 emissions and promote sustainability.
The 0 Club serves as a collaborative hub for innovation in the Climate Tech sector.
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago
Startup companies

Ara Partners new $800M fund will decarbonize old industrial assets | TechCrunch

Ara Partners raised an $800 million fund to support climate tech innovations aimed at decarbonizing industrial sectors.
The fund plans to repurpose existing assets for low-carbon developments, driven by increasing cost competitiveness of green technologies.
more#climate-tech
#climate-change
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Reshape Energy is using an acquisition playbook to drive energy upgrades for commercial real estate | TechCrunch

Reshape Energy aims to accelerate decarbonization in commercial real estate by offering integrated energy upgrade solutions.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Economic growth could fall 50% over 20 years from climate shocks, say actuaries

Global economic growth may decrease by 50% by 2090 without urgent climate action.
Immediate decarbonization and nature restoration are critical to avert economic disaster.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.thelocal.no
4 months ago

UK PM Starmer to push for green energy ties with Norway

Starmer's visit underscores a commitment to climate initiatives and energy independence through international partnerships.
OMG science
fromMail Online
4 months ago

UK wind power hits record high as it provides 70% of electricity

Britain is increasingly relying on wind power, setting a new record of 22,243 megawatts and providing 54% of its electricity supply.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Odour of oil and return of Trump hang heavy over Cop29 in Baku

The influx of global leaders in Baku highlights the ongoing tension between fossil fuel reliance and the urgent need for climate action.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Environment

There's only one way to fight the climate greenlash: appeal to the naysayers' self-interest | Martha Gill

The UK faces a potential backlash against climate initiatives as economic impacts become more prominent and populist sentiments rise.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Reshape Energy is using an acquisition playbook to drive energy upgrades for commercial real estate | TechCrunch

Reshape Energy aims to accelerate decarbonization in commercial real estate by offering integrated energy upgrade solutions.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Economic growth could fall 50% over 20 years from climate shocks, say actuaries

Global economic growth may decrease by 50% by 2090 without urgent climate action.
Immediate decarbonization and nature restoration are critical to avert economic disaster.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.thelocal.no
4 months ago

UK PM Starmer to push for green energy ties with Norway

Starmer's visit underscores a commitment to climate initiatives and energy independence through international partnerships.
OMG science
fromMail Online
4 months ago

UK wind power hits record high as it provides 70% of electricity

Britain is increasingly relying on wind power, setting a new record of 22,243 megawatts and providing 54% of its electricity supply.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Odour of oil and return of Trump hang heavy over Cop29 in Baku

The influx of global leaders in Baku highlights the ongoing tension between fossil fuel reliance and the urgent need for climate action.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Environment

There's only one way to fight the climate greenlash: appeal to the naysayers' self-interest | Martha Gill

The UK faces a potential backlash against climate initiatives as economic impacts become more prominent and populist sentiments rise.
more#climate-change
#renewable-energy
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

China's coal power habit undercuts unprecedented pace' of clean energy

China's energy production faces a conflict between coal and renewables, undermining its carbon neutrality goals by continuing to approve coal-fired projects.
fromEarth911
2 weeks ago
Environment

Best of Earth911 Podcast: Green Hydrogen's Role in Decarbonizing Industry and Daily Life

Green hydrogen offers a sustainable solution for decarbonizing industries and transportation, highlighting the importance of renewable energy advancements.
fromtime.com
5 months ago
Business

Sandeep Nijhawan

Electra aims to decarbonize iron and steelmaking using renewable energy, significantly reducing emissions and production costs.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
UK politics

Will Great British Energy herald UK's green revolution?

Great British Energy aims to eliminate UK's dependence on fossil fuels and transition to renewable energy with substantial government backing.
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago
OMG science

Why Germany needs to keep lowering its carbon footprint DW 01/08/2025

Germany's 2024 electricity generation is its cleanest ever, with renewable energy at 62.7%.
The country has halved emissions from electricity generation since 2014, displaying political and public dedication.
Upcoming elections could impact decarbonization efforts due to the rise of the far-right AfD.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

China's coal power habit undercuts unprecedented pace' of clean energy

China's energy production faces a conflict between coal and renewables, undermining its carbon neutrality goals by continuing to approve coal-fired projects.
fromEarth911
2 weeks ago
Environment

Best of Earth911 Podcast: Green Hydrogen's Role in Decarbonizing Industry and Daily Life

Green hydrogen offers a sustainable solution for decarbonizing industries and transportation, highlighting the importance of renewable energy advancements.
fromtime.com
5 months ago
Business

Sandeep Nijhawan

Electra aims to decarbonize iron and steelmaking using renewable energy, significantly reducing emissions and production costs.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
UK politics

Will Great British Energy herald UK's green revolution?

Great British Energy aims to eliminate UK's dependence on fossil fuels and transition to renewable energy with substantial government backing.
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago
OMG science

Why Germany needs to keep lowering its carbon footprint DW 01/08/2025

Germany's 2024 electricity generation is its cleanest ever, with renewable energy at 62.7%.
The country has halved emissions from electricity generation since 2014, displaying political and public dedication.
Upcoming elections could impact decarbonization efforts due to the rise of the far-right AfD.
more#renewable-energy
#electric-buses
fromSustainable Bus
3 months ago
Alternative transportation

Portuguese carrier STCP launched a 13 million euros tender for 30 electric buses - Sustainable Bus

STCP has launched a tender for 30 electric buses to modernize its fleet and promote sustainability.
The initiative is part of STCP's €12.9 million investment in decarbonization.
fromSustainable Bus
1 month ago
Germany politics

Unstoppable or underfunded? Germany's e-bus market at a crossroads. PwC's analysis - Sustainable Bus

The electric bus market growth is at risk due to funding challenges and delays in procurement plans.
fromSustainable Bus
3 months ago
Alternative transportation

Portuguese carrier STCP launched a 13 million euros tender for 30 electric buses - Sustainable Bus

STCP has launched a tender for 30 electric buses to modernize its fleet and promote sustainability.
The initiative is part of STCP's €12.9 million investment in decarbonization.
fromSustainable Bus
1 month ago
Germany politics

Unstoppable or underfunded? Germany's e-bus market at a crossroads. PwC's analysis - Sustainable Bus

The electric bus market growth is at risk due to funding challenges and delays in procurement plans.
more#electric-buses
#sustainability
OMG science
fromWIRED
8 months ago

The Quest to Uncover the Secrets of Gold Hydrogen

Natural hydrogen, called 'gold' hydrogen, may be key for sustainable energy, yet extraction poses environmental risks requiring further research.
Understanding geological formations is essential before the anticipated gold hydrogen rush begins.
fromITPro
7 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Data center carbon emissions are set to skyrocket by 2030, with hyperscalers producing 2.5 billion tons of carbon - and power hungry generative AI is the culprit

Generative AI is driving a significant increase in data center carbon emissions, highlighting the urgent need for decarbonization solutions.
fromNextgov.com
8 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Energy unveils green resource hub for AI-based grid demand

Department of Energy launches new hub to align power grid with growing AI energy demands and promote sustainable energy solutions.
fromArchDaily
8 months ago
NYC real estate

EMission Zero Hub / Miller Hull Partnership

Miller Hull's Lake Union Piers project is the first to achieve collective carbon offsetting of 100% of emissions by owner, contractor, and architect.
fromtime.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Design Firm Making Net-Zero Emissions Buildings a Reality

Building 48's move signifies a shift towards sustainable, net-zero energy architecture in the federal sector, setting a precedent for future developments.
fromThe Walrus
1 month ago
Environment

The Walrus Talks Power Economy | The Walrus

Canada's sustainable future increasingly relies on electrification and reindustrialization during a critical economic transition.
OMG science
fromWIRED
8 months ago

The Quest to Uncover the Secrets of Gold Hydrogen

Natural hydrogen, called 'gold' hydrogen, may be key for sustainable energy, yet extraction poses environmental risks requiring further research.
Understanding geological formations is essential before the anticipated gold hydrogen rush begins.
fromITPro
7 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Data center carbon emissions are set to skyrocket by 2030, with hyperscalers producing 2.5 billion tons of carbon - and power hungry generative AI is the culprit

Generative AI is driving a significant increase in data center carbon emissions, highlighting the urgent need for decarbonization solutions.
fromNextgov.com
8 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Energy unveils green resource hub for AI-based grid demand

Department of Energy launches new hub to align power grid with growing AI energy demands and promote sustainable energy solutions.
fromArchDaily
8 months ago
NYC real estate

EMission Zero Hub / Miller Hull Partnership

Miller Hull's Lake Union Piers project is the first to achieve collective carbon offsetting of 100% of emissions by owner, contractor, and architect.
fromtime.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Design Firm Making Net-Zero Emissions Buildings a Reality

Building 48's move signifies a shift towards sustainable, net-zero energy architecture in the federal sector, setting a precedent for future developments.
fromThe Walrus
1 month ago
Environment

The Walrus Talks Power Economy | The Walrus

Canada's sustainable future increasingly relies on electrification and reindustrialization during a critical economic transition.
more#sustainability
Environment
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Climate action was already losing momentum. Then Trump returned to office | CBC News

Larry Fink is shifting focus away from decarbonization, prioritizing energy security and affordability over environmental concerns.
#venture-capital
European startups
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Exclusive: Meet the new VC firm secretly backed by Volkswagen | TechCrunch

Leitmotif, backed by Volkswagen Group, aims to fund innovative decarbonization startups connecting European and US industrial interests.
fromSilicon Canals
3 months ago
European startups

Paris-based Shift4Good closes first fund at 220M

Shift4Good successfully raised €220M for sustainable transportation investments amid a global decline in venture capital.
fromSilicon Canals
7 months ago
European startups

Amsterdam-based Move Energy Fund secures 10M from InvestNL: Know more - Silicon Canals

Move Energy Fund secured €10M from Invest-NL, supporting ventures aimed at decarbonizing power, transport, and buildings sectors.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Exclusive: Meet the new VC firm secretly backed by Volkswagen | TechCrunch

Leitmotif, backed by Volkswagen Group, aims to fund innovative decarbonization startups connecting European and US industrial interests.
fromSilicon Canals
3 months ago
European startups

Paris-based Shift4Good closes first fund at 220M

Shift4Good successfully raised €220M for sustainable transportation investments amid a global decline in venture capital.
fromSilicon Canals
7 months ago
European startups

Amsterdam-based Move Energy Fund secures 10M from InvestNL: Know more - Silicon Canals

Move Energy Fund secured €10M from Invest-NL, supporting ventures aimed at decarbonizing power, transport, and buildings sectors.
more#venture-capital
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 months ago
San Jose Sharks

San Jose wants PG&E to fund city employees - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose leaders are negotiating with PG&E for funding to enhance electrical infrastructure and create new city positions to support growth.
#clean-energy
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Moonwatt secures $8.3M to dial up solar's staying power with sodium-ion storage | TechCrunch

Moonwatt aims to enhance solar power plants' operations using sodium-ion batteries for efficient energy storage and management.
fromTechCrunch
7 months ago
Startup companies

David Energy is going up against Goliath energy incumbents | TechCrunch

David Energy aims to transition the energy grid entirely to clean energy within the next decade, leveraging technology and customer engagement.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Moonwatt secures $8.3M to dial up solar's staying power with sodium-ion storage | TechCrunch

Moonwatt aims to enhance solar power plants' operations using sodium-ion batteries for efficient energy storage and management.
fromTechCrunch
7 months ago
Startup companies

David Energy is going up against Goliath energy incumbents | TechCrunch

David Energy aims to transition the energy grid entirely to clean energy within the next decade, leveraging technology and customer engagement.
more#clean-energy
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

BMW CEO: A 2035 gasoline ban will hit the European car industry 'in its heart' and make it reliant on Chinese batteries

BMW CEO warns that the EU's 2035 gasoline vehicle ban could undermine the European automotive industry and increase reliance on China for batteries.
#green-energy
fromTechCrunch
7 months ago
Science

Hgen draws on lessons from Tesla and SpaceX to drive down the cost of hydrogen | TechCrunch

Hydrogen production today is largely fossil fuel-dependent, posing challenges for its use as a climate-friendly energy source.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
UK politics

The man in charge of Labour's green energy dream: It's at the limit of what's achievable'

The UK's electricity system operator rebranded as National Energy System Operator to lead the transition to green energy.
Slye emphasizes the urgent need for a decarbonization roadmap by 2030.
fromTechCrunch
7 months ago
Science

Hgen draws on lessons from Tesla and SpaceX to drive down the cost of hydrogen | TechCrunch

Hydrogen production today is largely fossil fuel-dependent, posing challenges for its use as a climate-friendly energy source.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
UK politics

The man in charge of Labour's green energy dream: It's at the limit of what's achievable'

The UK's electricity system operator rebranded as National Energy System Operator to lead the transition to green energy.
Slye emphasizes the urgent need for a decarbonization roadmap by 2030.
more#green-energy
European startups
fromTechCrunch
7 months ago

Exclusive: Zap Energy investors in recent $130M round included Soros Fund and Laurene Powell Jobs' Emerson Collective | TechCrunch

Commercial fusion power may become viable in under a decade, attracting substantial investment and innovation in the energy sector.
Left-wing politics
fromtime.com
7 months ago

How Continuity in U.S. Climate Policy Pays Off

Continuity in climate policy is crucial for achieving meaningful decarbonization and leveraging the successes of previous laws like the IRA.
#hybrid-technology
fromSustainable Bus
7 months ago
Startup companies

Zf launches the ew transmission TraXon 2 Hybrud

ZF's TraXon 2 Hybrid transmission enables effective hybrid tech integration, supporting transport decarbonization and offering cost benefits.
fromSustainable Bus
7 months ago
Startup companies

ZF ties partnership with Foton on hybrid transmission for commercial vehicles in China - Sustainable Bus

ZF and Foton introduce a new hybrid drive system for commercial vehicles in China to support decarbonization efforts.
fromSustainable Bus
7 months ago
Startup companies

Zf launches the ew transmission TraXon 2 Hybrud

ZF's TraXon 2 Hybrid transmission enables effective hybrid tech integration, supporting transport decarbonization and offering cost benefits.
fromSustainable Bus
7 months ago
Startup companies

ZF ties partnership with Foton on hybrid transmission for commercial vehicles in China - Sustainable Bus

ZF and Foton introduce a new hybrid drive system for commercial vehicles in China to support decarbonization efforts.
more#hybrid-technology
Business
fromArs Technica
8 months ago

Lufthansa is using artificial sharkskin to streamline airplanes

Lufthansa demonstrates that cutting emissions can align with reducing fuel costs in aviation by using sharkskin technology.
Business
fromwww.mercurynews.com
9 months ago

It's not just Boeing. Challenges mount for Airbus and aviation industry

The aviation industry faces challenges like labor shortages, parts bottlenecks, jet delivery delays, and slow progress in decarbonization. Different approaches, like U.S. subsidies for sustainable aviation fuel, highlight global differences.
fromStreetsblog
9 months ago
Business

Feds Warn Congress That Americans Need to Drive Less to Survive Climate Change - Streetsblog USA

America must reduce how much its citizens drive to meet decarbonization goals alongside electric vehicle adoption.
fromITPro
11 months ago
Data science

Why efficiency lies at the heart of business success

Efficiency leads to success in sports and business, emphasizing attention to detail for improvement.
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