Solar Panels Are Replacing Diesel Fuel in Canada’s Far North
The sun being a resource worth tapping into is now globally accepted, but how to do it in the most efficient way is still an ongoing conversation. The obvious choice is to put solar panels in regions with lots…
100% Renewable Energy Worldwide Isn’t Just Possible—It’s Also More Cost-Effective
Transitioning the world to 100 percent renewable electricity isn’t just some environmentalist pipe dream—it’s “feasible at every hour throughout the year” and is more cost-effective than the current system, which largely relies on fossil fuels and nuclear energy, a new…
Think Big Oil’s a Problem? “Big Meat” Emits More Greenhouse Gas Than Most Countries
The meat and dairy industry now produces more greenhouse gas emissions worldwide than the transportation industry. For a chance to stave off global warming, we need to radically change how we produce and consume meat. The burger you ordered for…
China Has an Ambitious Five-Year Plan to Convert Homes to Clean Heating
China has taken several steps this year to curb its greenhouse gas emissions. The nation has tested new electric vehicles, shut down coal-burning factories, and moved forward on plans for “sponge cities” designed specifically with climate change in mind. However,…
Innogy to Enter US Onshore Wind Market with 2GW Deal
German energy firm Innogy SE is making its first foray into the US wind power market, with a deal to buy a 2GW portfolio of onshore wind projects from EverPower Wind Holdings for an undisclosed sum. Innogy has teamed up…
New York Unveils Radical Plans to Decarbonise State Pension Funds
New York has yesterday unveiled major plans to divest the state’s public pension fund from “significant” fossil fuel investments as part of a plan to shift the investment of public money in action to tackle climate change. The landmark move…
California Poised to Hit 50% Renewable Target a Full Decade Ahead of Schedule
Every year, the California Energy Commission releases its Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) report, which gives details about the mix of energy experienced by all utilities within the state during the preceding 12 months. The report for this year, released in…