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Dems push to pump brakes on Gov. Kathy Hochul's 'nearly impossible' electric truck rule

State lawmakers seek to delay Hochul's emissions-free truck rule due to industry challenges.

Proposed delay aims for realistic compliance timelines amid infrastructure issues.

COP29: CO2 emissions hit new high as climate action slows DW 11/13/2024

Fossil fuel emissions are projected to rise in 2024, indicating insufficient progress towards climate targets like those set in the Paris Agreement.

'Ireland is a stand-out laggard on climate action' - taxpayers face bill of up to 26bn bill for government failures on targets

Ireland is projected to incur significant penalties for failing to comply with EU emissions targets, possibly costing between €10-€26bn.

As Trump and Harris Vie for Fossil Fuel Supporters, the Climate Is Losing

Biden's climate promises remain unmet, with emissions rising initially before falling in 2023, leaving the U.S. far from Paris Agreement goals.

Trees Alone Can't Stop Climate Change

Relying on natural carbon sinks to offset ongoing emissions risks jeopardizing global climate goals.

AI Could Reshape Everything We Know About Climate Change

DeepSeek's announcement challenges the belief that AI will significantly increase power demand and emissions.

Global forest fire carbon emissions have jumped 60% in 20 years

Carbon emissions from forest fires have surged 60% globally since 2001, particularly in northern boreal forests, complicating climate change mitigation efforts.

COP29: CO2 emissions hit new high as climate action slows DW 11/13/2024

Fossil fuel emissions are projected to rise in 2024, indicating insufficient progress towards climate targets like those set in the Paris Agreement.

'Ireland is a stand-out laggard on climate action' - taxpayers face bill of up to 26bn bill for government failures on targets

Ireland is projected to incur significant penalties for failing to comply with EU emissions targets, possibly costing between €10-€26bn.

As Trump and Harris Vie for Fossil Fuel Supporters, the Climate Is Losing

Biden's climate promises remain unmet, with emissions rising initially before falling in 2023, leaving the U.S. far from Paris Agreement goals.

Trees Alone Can't Stop Climate Change

Relying on natural carbon sinks to offset ongoing emissions risks jeopardizing global climate goals.

AI Could Reshape Everything We Know About Climate Change

DeepSeek's announcement challenges the belief that AI will significantly increase power demand and emissions.

Global forest fire carbon emissions have jumped 60% in 20 years

Carbon emissions from forest fires have surged 60% globally since 2001, particularly in northern boreal forests, complicating climate change mitigation efforts.

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We Aren't Being Told the Real Extent of AI Datacenter Emissions

Generative AI's environmental impact is hidden due to lack of transparency from major tech firms about their emissions.

EV breaks produce emissions that are more toxic than diesel exhausts

Electric vehicles emit toxic particles from brake pads, contributing to air pollution despite being classified as zero-emission.

Brake dust from electric vehicles is a significant source of particulate matter pollution.

Most Plug-In Hybrids Never Get Plugged In. Here's How To Change That

Fleet operators are not charging their plug-in hybrids, undermining their environmental and efficiency benefits.

We Aren't Being Told the Real Extent of AI Datacenter Emissions

Generative AI's environmental impact is hidden due to lack of transparency from major tech firms about their emissions.

EV breaks produce emissions that are more toxic than diesel exhausts

Electric vehicles emit toxic particles from brake pads, contributing to air pollution despite being classified as zero-emission.

Brake dust from electric vehicles is a significant source of particulate matter pollution.

Most Plug-In Hybrids Never Get Plugged In. Here's How To Change That

Fleet operators are not charging their plug-in hybrids, undermining their environmental and efficiency benefits.

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Microsoft signs massive carbon credit deal with reforestation startup Chestnut Carbon | TechCrunch

Microsoft is purchasing carbon credits to support reforestation, responding to emissions challenges linked to increased AI and cloud computing activities.

AI Has Helped Shein Become Fast Fashion's Biggest Polluter

Shein nearly doubled its emissions in 2023, raising concerns about sustainability in the fast-fashion industry.

Microsoft signs massive carbon credit deal with reforestation startup Chestnut Carbon | TechCrunch

Microsoft is purchasing carbon credits to support reforestation, responding to emissions challenges linked to increased AI and cloud computing activities.

AI Has Helped Shein Become Fast Fashion's Biggest Polluter

Shein nearly doubled its emissions in 2023, raising concerns about sustainability in the fast-fashion industry.

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Google AI heavyweight Jeff Dean talks about algorithmic breakthroughs and datacenter emissions

AI is not as responsible for increasing data center emissions as critics claim.

Air pollution from AI could surpass that of all the cars in California

The AI industry's data centers are significantly contributing to air pollution, potentially leading to 1,300 premature deaths and $20 billion in public health costs by 2030.

Google has walked back on its carbon-neutral promise due to energy-gobbling AI

Google drops carbon-neutral promise for net-zero emissions by 2030.

Google AI heavyweight Jeff Dean talks about algorithmic breakthroughs and datacenter emissions

AI is not as responsible for increasing data center emissions as critics claim.

Air pollution from AI could surpass that of all the cars in California

The AI industry's data centers are significantly contributing to air pollution, potentially leading to 1,300 premature deaths and $20 billion in public health costs by 2030.

Google has walked back on its carbon-neutral promise due to energy-gobbling AI

Google drops carbon-neutral promise for net-zero emissions by 2030.

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Ontario says federal clean electricity regulations would add $35B in costs | CBC News

Ontario's proposed electricity regulations could lead to $35 billion in additional costs by 2050, dramatically affecting consumer energy bills and system reliability.

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Driving EVs In The U.S. Has A Third Of The Emissions Of ICE, Study Finds

Driving EVs in the US now produces less emissions than most gas cars, showcasing a significant shift from a decade ago.

Do Plug-In Hybrids Get Plugged In? We Don't Know. And Carmakers Won't Say

PHEVs offer a balance between electric and gasoline usage, but their effectiveness relies heavily on being regularly charged.

Just 2% of Ulez scrappage vans replaced by electric

Only about 2% of vans scrapped under Ulez were replaced by electric vehicles, highlighting the need to boost electric van demand.

Driving EVs In The U.S. Has A Third Of The Emissions Of ICE, Study Finds

Driving EVs in the US now produces less emissions than most gas cars, showcasing a significant shift from a decade ago.

Do Plug-In Hybrids Get Plugged In? We Don't Know. And Carmakers Won't Say

PHEVs offer a balance between electric and gasoline usage, but their effectiveness relies heavily on being regularly charged.

Just 2% of Ulez scrappage vans replaced by electric

Only about 2% of vans scrapped under Ulez were replaced by electric vehicles, highlighting the need to boost electric van demand.

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Mobility Committee hears public concern regarding expansion of MoPac - Austin Monitor

CTRMA's MoPac expansion project faces public scrutiny amid concerns of increased traffic and environmental impacts, highlighting the need for aligning development with community values.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Praises Nuclear Energy to Power AI | Entrepreneur

AI could require as much energy to power annually as Sweden's current consumption by 2027, pushing reliance on diverse energy sources including nuclear.

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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.

We are wasting $2 trillion a year chasing 'green' fantasies

Green energy transition isn't displacing fossil fuels as expected, leading to increased energy consumption and emissions.

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.

We are wasting $2 trillion a year chasing 'green' fantasies

Green energy transition isn't displacing fossil fuels as expected, leading to increased energy consumption and emissions.

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How our food choices impact global sustainability

Food systems contribute to emissions and water consumption, impacting global sustainability.

#climate-crisis

The global battle against the climate crisis needs China. I am going to Beijing, and that's what I'll tell them | Ed Miliband

The UK must take global leadership in climate action despite contributing only 1% of global emissions.

Ukraine war raised flight emissions by 1% as planes rerouted, study says

The war in Ukraine is exacerbating global carbon emissions through extensive flight path reroutes.

The global battle against the climate crisis needs China. I am going to Beijing, and that's what I'll tell them | Ed Miliband

The UK must take global leadership in climate action despite contributing only 1% of global emissions.

Ukraine war raised flight emissions by 1% as planes rerouted, study says

The war in Ukraine is exacerbating global carbon emissions through extensive flight path reroutes.

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London is getting a brand-new fleet of electric double-decker buses

London Mayor Sadiq Khan approved a deal with Chinese manufacturer BYD for 100 electric double-decker buses, aiming to reduce emissions and costs.

Google's Emissions Climb 48%; Merger Agreement Reached for Paramount Global; Privacy Sandbox Testing Finds 33% Decline in CPMs - ExchangeWire.com

Google's greenhouse gas emissions have surged by 48% due to energy consumption for AI products.

Merger agreement reached for Paramount Global involving Skydance Media and National Amusements Inc.

Privacy Sandbox testing reveals a 33% decline in CPMs, with challenges like attribution and measurement still to be addressed.

Why did Sweden's emissions drop in 2023 and what's in store for the future?

Sweden's emissions decreased by 2% in 2023 mainly due to lower industry and electricity sector emissions.

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Dems push to pump brakes on Gov. Kathy Hochul's 'nearly impossible' electric truck rule

COP29: CO2 emissions hit new high as climate action slows DW 11/13/2024

'Ireland is a stand-out laggard on climate action' - taxpayers face bill of up to 26bn bill for government failures on targets

As Trump and Harris Vie for Fossil Fuel Supporters, the Climate Is Losing

Trees Alone Can't Stop Climate Change

AI Could Reshape Everything We Know About Climate Change

Global forest fire carbon emissions have jumped 60% in 20 years

COP29: CO2 emissions hit new high as climate action slows DW 11/13/2024

'Ireland is a stand-out laggard on climate action' - taxpayers face bill of up to 26bn bill for government failures on targets

As Trump and Harris Vie for Fossil Fuel Supporters, the Climate Is Losing

Trees Alone Can't Stop Climate Change

AI Could Reshape Everything We Know About Climate Change

Global forest fire carbon emissions have jumped 60% in 20 years

We Aren't Being Told the Real Extent of AI Datacenter Emissions

EV breaks produce emissions that are more toxic than diesel exhausts

Most Plug-In Hybrids Never Get Plugged In. Here's How To Change That

We Aren't Being Told the Real Extent of AI Datacenter Emissions

EV breaks produce emissions that are more toxic than diesel exhausts

Most Plug-In Hybrids Never Get Plugged In. Here's How To Change That

Microsoft signs massive carbon credit deal with reforestation startup Chestnut Carbon | TechCrunch

AI Has Helped Shein Become Fast Fashion's Biggest Polluter

Microsoft signs massive carbon credit deal with reforestation startup Chestnut Carbon | TechCrunch

AI Has Helped Shein Become Fast Fashion's Biggest Polluter

Google AI heavyweight Jeff Dean talks about algorithmic breakthroughs and datacenter emissions

Air pollution from AI could surpass that of all the cars in California

Google has walked back on its carbon-neutral promise due to energy-gobbling AI

Google AI heavyweight Jeff Dean talks about algorithmic breakthroughs and datacenter emissions

Air pollution from AI could surpass that of all the cars in California

Google has walked back on its carbon-neutral promise due to energy-gobbling AI

Ontario says federal clean electricity regulations would add $35B in costs | CBC News

Driving EVs In The U.S. Has A Third Of The Emissions Of ICE, Study Finds

Do Plug-In Hybrids Get Plugged In? We Don't Know. And Carmakers Won't Say

Just 2% of Ulez scrappage vans replaced by electric

Driving EVs In The U.S. Has A Third Of The Emissions Of ICE, Study Finds

Do Plug-In Hybrids Get Plugged In? We Don't Know. And Carmakers Won't Say

Just 2% of Ulez scrappage vans replaced by electric

Mobility Committee hears public concern regarding expansion of MoPac - Austin Monitor

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Praises Nuclear Energy to Power AI | Entrepreneur

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

We are wasting $2 trillion a year chasing 'green' fantasies

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

We are wasting $2 trillion a year chasing 'green' fantasies

How our food choices impact global sustainability

The global battle against the climate crisis needs China. I am going to Beijing, and that's what I'll tell them | Ed Miliband

Ukraine war raised flight emissions by 1% as planes rerouted, study says

The global battle against the climate crisis needs China. I am going to Beijing, and that's what I'll tell them | Ed Miliband

Ukraine war raised flight emissions by 1% as planes rerouted, study says

London is getting a brand-new fleet of electric double-decker buses

Google's Emissions Climb 48%; Merger Agreement Reached for Paramount Global; Privacy Sandbox Testing Finds 33% Decline in CPMs - ExchangeWire.com

Why did Sweden's emissions drop in 2023 and what's in store for the future?

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#emissions