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TechCrunch
1 week ago
Data science

Electricity Maps calculates the carbon intensity of electricity consumption to optimize usage at scale | TechCrunch

Electricity Maps is a crucial tool for data visualization and decarbonization efforts, relied upon by companies like Google and Samsung. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
UK politics

Labour would lift block on onshore windfarms, says Ed Miliband

Labour plans to overturn onshore wind ban if elected
Labour criticizes Conservative government for inertia in renewable energy projects [ more ]
Austin Monitor
2 months ago
Austin

Electric Utility Commission offers climate-friendly recommendations for Austin Energy update - Austin Monitor

The city's Electric Utility Commission is proposing a new approach to decarbonization, including a hydrogen-capable power plant.
Alternative solutions like battery storage can provide dispatchable generation without harmful byproducts. [ more ]
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Design Milk
3 days ago
Design

Sparking Change Addresses Circularity + Decarbonization

Sparking Change installation at Milan Design Week embodies circularity and decarbonization through innovative technology and sustainable materials. [ more ]
Ars Technica
1 month ago
Cars

Looking for cheap EVs? Try Hertz's ex-rental cars.

Electric vehicles offer efficiency, quietness, and torque advantages over gasoline cars.
Hertz is selling a significant number of affordable EVs, many of which qualify for tax credits. [ more ]
siliconcanals.com
1 month ago
Venture

Largest first-time fund in European climate VC history: Berlin's World Fund closes World Fund I at 300M

Europe-focused climate VC fund closes inaugural fund at 300M, largest first-time fund in European climate VC history.
Fund backed by experienced LPs like EIF, KfW Capital, and VP Capital, with investments from pension funds and Ecosia. [ more ]
TNW | Ecosystems
1 month ago
European startups

German climate tech VC raises 'record-breaking' 300M first fund

World Fund has raised €300M, the largest first-time fund in European climate tech VC history.
The fund focuses on investing in startups developing technology to decarbonize various industries. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

How will the 58bn plan to bring electricity motorways' to the UK impact you?

Expansion plan for Great Britain's electricity grid includes building power 'motorways' and connecting offshore wind farms
86GW of potential offshore wind generation could be connected to Great Britain by 2035, supporting up to 20,000 jobs annually [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

More than 3,000 jobs at risk as Tata Steel to shut down Port Talbot blast furnaces'

Tata Steel plans to close blast furnaces in Port Talbot, potentially resulting in the loss of over 3,000 jobs.
There have been concerns about job losses as Tata looks to transition to greener steelmaking processes to reduce emissions and financial losses. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
EU data protection

Environmentally friendly heat pumps hit slump in Europe, says lobby group

Heat pump market in Europe experiencing a slump.
European countries facing challenges due to decreased heat pump sales. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
UK politics

The Guardian view on Labour's 28bn green deal: don't prove Tories right by ditching it | Editorial

Keir Starmer's green prosperity plan is no longer a manifesto commitment for Labour
Public and private spending in the UK is inadequate for decarbonization and risks losing out on global green economy opportunities [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
3 months ago
Canada news

A new gold rush? The search for the natural hydrogen motherlode is coming to Canada | CBC News

Hydrogen is now considered essential for decarbonizing the global economy.
Chapman Hydrogen and Petroleum Engineering plans to search for natural hydrogen in Canada. [ more ]
Truthout
5 months ago
Environment

Will COP28 End Up as the Greatest Flop in Global Climate Diplomacy Thus Far?

COP28 in Dubai may be the most unsuccessful global climate summit yet.
Global leaders like Joe Biden and Xi Jinping have decided to skip the conference. [ more ]
Washington Post
5 months ago
Environment

South Korea pushes 'carbon-free' plan, but its shift to renewables has slowed

South Korea is launching a new 'carbon-free' campaign at COP28 to position itself as a leader in decarbonization.
Climate experts and advocates argue that the plan, which includes fossil fuel power generation, masks the country's dependence on nonrenewable energy sources. [ more ]
Truthout
5 months ago
Environment

Fossil Fuel Companies Back Toothless "Decarbonization Charter" at COP28 in Dubai

Civil society groups and frontline voices criticize the 'Oil and Gas Decarbonization Charter' unveiled at COP28 as a greenwashing ploy and a distraction from the need for legal agreements.
Critics highlight that the voluntary pledge does not address a significant portion of emissions produced by the industry, namely downstream consumption of oil, coal, and gas. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
5 months ago
Environment

Canadian oil and gas execs to talk up emissions reduction plans at COP28 | CBC News

Executives from Canada's oil and gas sector will attend the United Nations COP28 climate talks to showcase their efforts in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
The fossil fuel industry will have a prominent position at the climate summit despite efforts to address global warming.
The Canadian oil and gas industry is under pressure to decarbonize and meet international climate commitments. [ more ]
WSJ
5 months ago
Environment

Oil-and-Gas Companies Account for Only 1% of Clean-Energy Investment Globally, IEA Says

The fossil-fuel industry is not investing enough in decarbonization, spending just 2.5% of their investment on clean energy.
Oil-and-gas companies should allocate about half of their capital expenditures towards clean energy projects by 2030 to meet the Paris climate agreement target.
Tackling methane leaks in oil-and-gas operations is a cost-effective way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. [ more ]
time.com
5 months ago
Environment

COP28 Success May Hinge on Bridging the Gap Between Business and Climate Leaders

Sultan Al Jaber, president of COP28, wants to shift the narrative around his role as an oil CEO and highlight his experience in renewable energy and business functions.
Al Jaber believes that a business mindset is important for deploying clean energy projects quickly and effectively at COP28.
The collaboration between business and finance and the climate community is necessary for decarbonization, but it poses challenges due to different perspectives and languages. [ more ]
Exchangewire
5 months ago
Business intelligence

IAS Releases Inaugural Responsibility Report

IAS releases its inaugural Responsibility Report outlining its progress in strengthening its ESG initiatives.
The report highlights IAS's focus on energy usage, decarbonization in digital advertising, and diversity. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
5 months ago
Business intelligence

One third of decision-makers recognise they must accelerate efforts towards 2030 net zero target

Decarbonizing the built environment is essential for businesses with 2030 carbon reduction goals and can help meet global net zero targets.
Sustainability is a top business priority, and partnerships are crucial for achieving sustainability commitments. [ more ]
Pitchfork
5 months ago
Music

Massive Attack Announce First UK Show in 5 Years, Touting "Unprecedented Decarbonization Measures"

Massive Attack has announced their first UK show in five years, described as a 'large-scale climate action accelerator event' and 'the lowest carbon show of its size ever staged'
The event will have 'unprecedented' measures toward decarbonization, including rail travel incentives, a focus on local attendees, and the use of renewable energy and electric transportation [ more ]
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