#renewable-energy

#renewable-energy

Specialization in Agri-Photovoltaics balancing agriculture and solar power generation.

Key responsibilities include office management, financial tasks, and support for different departments. [ more ]

Bitcoin mining company Gryphon Digital Mining operates with 100% renewable energy.

Gryphon aims to lead industry transparency in reporting renewable energy usage. [ more ]

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 ]

TfL buildings and depots are getting energy upgrades to reduce carbon emissions and heating costs.

Projects funded by the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme focus on implementing carbon-reducing measures like heat pumps and solar panels. [ more ]

The UK government plans to build new gas power stations beyond 2030 for energy security.

Climate groups oppose the decision, stating it hampers the UK's commitment to cut carbon emissions and energy security. [ more ]

Bhutan plans to expand Bitcoin mining operations fivefold to 600 megawatts capacity

Bhutan's institutional interest in Bitcoin is driven by commercial opportunities and crisis mitigation [ more ]

The Bersey Electric Cab, an early electric car from 1897, is showcased to highlight the transition to cleaner energy.

Exhibition explores key components of cleaner energy transition: superconducting power cables, rechargeable batteries, renewable energy generators, and nuclear energy innovations. [ more ]

Nuclear power is experiencing a resurgence both on Earth and in space.

Nuclear energy is crucial for powering long-haul space missions and establishing bases on other celestial bodies. [ more ]

The Czech government plans to build up to four nuclear reactors to become more energy independent and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.

This decision could reduce the price per reactor by up to 25%. Westinghouse's bid has been rejected, and only EDF and KHNP have been asked to submit new bids. [ more ]

Critics argue that a new energy bill in France prioritizes nuclear power and fails to set targets for renewables.

France plans to build new reactors to transition to clean energy, but there are no specific targets for building renewable capacity. [ more ]

Trump downplays climate change and prioritizes oil and gas production for economic growth.

California's support for clean energy is in stark opposition to Trump's fossil fuel approach, leading to clashes. [ more ]

Low voter turnout among young people in California elections.

Federal funding for renewable energy in California Tribal communities. [ more ]

Low voter turnout among young people in California.

Senator Padilla highlights need for immigration reform.

Federal funding for renewable energy in California Tribal communities. [ more ]

Amazon plans to spend $150 billion on data centers in the next 15 years to handle AI applications and maintain cloud market dominance.

The investment includes building data centers in new regions like Mississippi, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, and Thailand, with a focus on renewable energy sources. [ more ]

Germany's greenhouse gas emissions dropped by 10.1% in 2023, the strongest decline since 1990.

Germany is on track to meet its 2030 emissions reduction target of 65% compared to 1990, aiming for net zero emissions by 2045. [ more ]

The US is working towards tackling the climate crisis despite high fossil fuel production.

Strict rules are needed for gas producers during the transition to renewables. [ more ]

Ireland is not adequately prepared for climate change impacts

Progress on reducing greenhouse gas emissions is limited [ more ]

Climate-altering pollution from greenhouse gases in the US declined by nearly 2% in 2023 but is still below the rate needed to meet President Biden's emissions reduction goal for 2030.

Emissions in the power and buildings sectors decreased, but transportation sector emissions rose due to increased travel and gasoline consumption. [ more ]

U.S. greenhouse gas emissions declined 1.9% in 2023, but it's not enough to meet climate targets set by the Biden administration.

The decline in emissions was attributed to the transition away from coal-fired power plants and a relatively mild winter. [ more ]

The Biden administration approved the seventh large offshore wind project in the U.S.

The Sunrise Wind project by Ørsted and Eversource will provide clean energy to 600,000 New York homes by 2026. [ more ]

Offshore wind power is a renewable energy source becoming popular in urban areas like New York City.

Partnerships between corporations and local schools can cultivate student interest in STEM fields. [ more ]

Renewable energy share in global supply remains low.

Current energy transition strategy is perceived as a failure by Saudi Aramco and ExxonMobil CEOs. [ more ]

Europe is expanding fossil gas despite IEA's recommendation to decarbonize electricity grids in 10 years.

Only 2% of Europe's gas-fired power plants have a retirement plan, exposing the continent to security risks and stranded assets. [ more ]

Energy transition is now acknowledged as an ongoing process in the energy industry, featuring prominently at CERAWeek.

There are diverse perspectives on what energy transition entails, with some emphasizing a shift from fossil fuels to renewables, while others see a future with continued growth in oil and gas production. [ more ]

Keyser, WV is transitioning to renewable energy due to job loss in coal industry and climate change pressures.

National shift to renewable energy boosted by climate policy such as the Inflation Reduction Act. [ more ]

China is monopolizing critical minerals for renewable energy in Africa, with over $4 billion in investments and 5,152 projects.

The demand for critical raw materials will escalate as the European Union shifts towards the energy transition. [ more ]

Biofuels in California are primarily produced from renewable biomass like waste and plant oils.

California's Low Carbon Fuel Standard encourages the use of low-carbon fuels, including renewable diesel made from oil waste. [ more ]

Nuclear energy supported by over 30 countries at summit

Controversies around nuclear energy persist despite climate goals [ more ]

OTEC technology harnesses temperature difference for energy

European organizations are collaborating to build OTEC prototype for renewable energy [ more ]

Museum gallery faces backlash for sponsorship

India's transition to renewable energy highlighted [ more ]

London is prioritizing sustainability through renewable energy solutions, sustainable shipping and logistics, and a public transport revolution.

London aims to supply 15% of its energy from local, renewable sources by 2030. [ more ]

Ministers in the UK are focusing on culture wars instead of addressing the urgency of the climate crisis.

Labour aims to create conditions for private sector investments in renewable energy and technology. [ more ]

Labour plans to overturn onshore wind ban if elected

Labour criticizes Conservative government for inertia in renewable energy projects [ more ]

Labour is being urged to increase its investment in publicly owned renewable energy to save consumers money on their bills.

Common Wealth thinktank believes that a step-change in government backing for clean energy generation is still necessary. [ more ]

Labour's proposed green prosperity plan would commit 28bn a year to kickstart the UK's transition to a low-carbon economy.

The plan includes boosting renewable energy, insulating homes, improving transport infrastructure, fostering low-carbon industries, and helping fossil fuel-reliant industries transition to net zero.

The 28bn figure has been criticized by the Tories, who claim it would require higher taxes, but economists argue that it can be funded without raising taxes and seen as an investment. [ more ]

Innovative energy-storage technology using carbon dioxide in Sardinia

Advancing energy storage crucial for transitioning away from fossil fuels [ more ]

Households may face higher energy bills to pay for gas-fired power stations. Additional capacity is needed to ensure energy security and support renewable intermittency. [ more ]

Community energy schemes using onshore wind can significantly reduce household bills compared to gas heating.

Combining onshore wind turbines with solar panels and batteries can further decrease costs and emissions for households. [ more ]

VitoEnergy partners with Payaca for Scale Program to enhance operations and customer engagement

VitoEnergy and Payaca aim to drive growth in renewables sector through tailored software solutions [ more ]

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 ]

AI tech demands sustainable electricity

Tech industry emphasizes energy efficiency for environmental protection [ more ]

Germany plans to enable underground carbon storage at offshore sites to combat climate change.

Opponents question the effectiveness of carbon capture and storage compared to other renewable energy sources like solar and wind. [ more ]

The UK is withdrawing from the energy charter treaty due to stalemate in modernizing efforts.

The treaty allows foreign firms to challenge governments' energy policies through secretive arbitration courts. [ more ]

Vladimir Putin's attempts to blackmail the EU have only accelerated the bloc's green transition.

The EU's dependency on Russian fossil fuels has drastically reduced, with more energy coming from renewables than from Russia. [ more ]

Certified natural gas is seen as a greenwashing scheme by progressive senators, who argue that it allows the oil and gas industry to justify the continued use of methane gas.

Gas certification programs may face stricter regulations under the updated Green Guides from the Federal Trade Commission, strengthening legal cases against polluters. [ more ]

Pinyon pines and juniper trees are regarded as highly flammable and invasive by ranchers and land managers in the American Southwest.

These trees are being cleared from rangelands to prevent wildfires, but they are also being explored as a source of renewable energy like biofuel. [ more ]

Traditional investment in fossil fuels is declining as investors increasingly prioritize sustainable investments.

There is a growing trend of divestment from fossil fuels among universities, pension funds, and other institutional investors. [ more ]

Advancements in renewable energy technologies are driving innovation in the electric vehicle (EV) market.

EV adoption is expected to increase significantly in the coming years, creating new market opportunities. [ more ]

The rise of renewable energy is driving down the cost of electricity in Australia

The falling prices are posing a challenge for traditional coal-fired power plants [ more ]

Record drop in pollution from fossil fuel power plants in the EU in 2023.

Renewable energy now makes up over two-thirds of EU's electricity mix. [ more ]

France's contested immigration bill was rejected before debates could even begin.

Actor Gerard Depardieu is facing criticism for making crude comments about women. [ more ]

EU carbon dioxide emissions dropped by 8% in 2023, the steepest yearly decline after 2020

More than half of the emissions reduction came from the use of cleaner electricity [ more ]

To limit warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius, urgent action is needed to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.

The International Energy Agency's net zero pathway is a key agenda for 2024, requiring a significant increase in renewable energy and energy efficiency. [ more ]

A coalition of environmentalists and elected officials is calling for $1 billion in spending and new legislation to help New York meet its climate goals.

The coalition's proposals include funding for critical climate, transportation, housing, and energy programs, as well as the passage of acts to eliminate fossil fuel infrastructure expansion, fund infrastructure improvements, and transition to renewable energy. [ more ]

U.S. greenhouse gas emissions declined 1.9% in 2023, but it's not enough to meet climate targets set by the Biden administration.

The decline in emissions was attributed to the transition away from coal-fired power plants and a relatively mild winter. [ more ]

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 ]

A new substance discovered using AI and supercomputing could potentially reduce lithium use in batteries by up to 70%.

The material was found by Microsoft and the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory and has been used to power a lightbulb. [ more ]

COP28 marks the first time every country agreed on the role of oil and gas in driving global warming and the need for a fossil fuel drawdown.

The resolution calls for transitioning away from fossil fuels only in the energy sector, disappointing harder-line climate advocates who wanted a phase-out language. [ more ]

The first-ever 'Health Day' was a significant outcome of COP28, focusing on the harmful health impacts of climate change and offering solutions.

More detailed and binding commitments are needed to phase out fossil fuels and address the influence of the fossil fuel industry. [ more ]

France's contested immigration bill was rejected before debates could even begin.

Actor Gerard Depardieu is facing criticism for making crude comments about women. [ more ]

COP28 resulted in voluntary pledges to transition away from fossil fuels.

The loss and damage fund reached $792 million in pledges, falling short of the $100 billion needed.

132 countries committed to tripling renewable energy capacity by 2030. [ more ]

COP28 climate talks in Dubai ended with a commitment to transition away from all fossil fuels for the first time

The agreement calls for countries to shift energy systems away from fossil fuels in a just and orderly fashion [ more ]

Fossil fuels continue to meet more than 80% of the world's energy needs, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions.

To limit warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius, countries must rapidly reduce the use of fossil fuels and switch to renewables. [ more ]

A proposed climate agreement at the Cop28 climate summit calls on nations to transition away from fossil fuels to address climate change.

The draft text includes commitments to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, tripling renewable energy capacity, and developing low-emission technologies. [ more ]