RenewableEnergy
Light-powered reactions could make the chemical manufacturing industry more energy-efficient
Light-powered reactions could make the chemical manufacturing industry more energy-efficient A team of scientists has developed a system that uses light to power chemical reactions, which could make the chemical manufacturing industry more energy-efficient. The system, called photoredox catalysis, uses an organic catalyst that absorbs multiple photons of light and stores energy to kick-start reactions […]
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How your air conditioner can help the power grid, rather than overloading it
How your air conditioner can help the power grid, rather than overloading it Researchers have found that coordinating the operation of large numbers of home air-conditioning units can help balance supply and demand on the power grid, increasing the reliability of the grid and making it easier to accept more renewable energy. The system developed […]
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How the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ positions US energy to be more costly for consumers and the climate
How the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ positions US energy to be more costly for consumers and the climate The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” would raise US energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions by slashing incentives for green technologies like solar, wind, and batteries. The bill would terminate tax credits for manufacturing renewable energy and battery […]
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Young people sue Donald Trump over climate change
Young people sue Donald Trump over climate change Young people from Montana to Florida are suing the Trump administration over its alleged assault on renewable energy and climate action, claiming executive orders promoting fossil fuels amount to an “unconstitutional” overreach of power. The plaintiffs, including two brothers aged 11 and 7 who claim to have been […]
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Solar panels’ shade helps boost Colorado grassland productivity in dry years
Solar panels’ shade helps boost Colorado grassland productivity in dry years Solar panels on grasslands can boost productivity during dry years by providing shade, reducing water stress, and creating microclimates that redirect rain. A four-year study in northern Colorado found that grasses growing under solar arrays were more productive than those in full sun during […]
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How states can fight climate change without the feds
How states can fight climate change without the feds A new study found that state-led action can make a significant difference in reducing carbon emissions and addressing climate change, even without federal support. The study compared the costs and technologies of a coordinated national effort to one led by 23 states that are likely to […]
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Governors are leading the fight against climate change and deforestation around the world, filling a void left by presidents
Governors are leading the fight against climate change and deforestation around the world, filling a void left by presidents Governors from around the world are taking the lead in fighting climate change and deforestation, filling a void left by national governments. The real progress on reducing greenhouse gases and preparing for worsening climate disasters is […]
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Apple’s carbon footprint is shrinking
Apple’s carbon footprint is shrinking Apple has made significant progress in reducing its carbon footprint, with greenhouse gas emissions decreasing by over 60% since 2015. The company’s latest environmental report shows a 5% drop in planet-heating pollution last year, equivalent to 800,000 metric tons of reduced emissions. Apple is focusing on three key pillars to […]
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Google’s geothermal energy ambitions are growing
Google’s geothermal energy ambitions are growing Google has signed its first geothermal energy purchase agreement for Taiwan, marking a significant step towards reducing its planet-heating emissions and matching its electricity use with carbon-free energy purchases by 2030. The deal, inked with international geothermal developer Baseload Capital, will add 10 megawatts of carbon-free energy to Taiwan’s […]
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Companies will still face pressure to manage for climate change, even as government rolls back US climate policy
Companies will still face pressure to manage for climate change, even as government rolls back US climate policy Despite government rollbacks on US climate policy, companies will still face pressure to manage for climate change from various stakeholders, including customers, investors, employees, local communities, and lenders. Many companies have strong financial incentives to reduce their […]
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