Private jet owners and travelers bypass the hustle-and-bustle of major airports. They have the privilege of landing at secluded destinations with luxury concierge amenities, isolating themselves from the congestion, inconveniences, and scrutiny that everyday air travelers experience. If a new proposal becomes the norm, however, owners of private jets, the … [continued]
It was touch-and-go during the final days of COP30 — would there be a declaration on hunger, poverty, and human-centered climate action? Yes! 43 countries and the EU agreed to address the “unequal distribution of climate impacts” through actions including expanding social-protection systems and supporting climate adaptation for small farmers. … [continued]
Countries around the world have significantly increased their renewable energy capacity. The application of artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) has boosted renewable energy viability and is sparking significant growth. No longer strictly reliant on government incentives, profitable renewable energy is becoming the norm. In fact, the … [continued]
On Tuesday, the S&P 500 and Dow were trading lower. It seemed as if Wall Street was in a holding pattern as everyone awaited the earnings report from Nvidia, the leader in artificial intelligence (AI) chips. Then global stock markets rose as Nvidia eased anxieties about potential overinvestment in AI. … [continued]
Here are some things we know about overfishing. It depletes once-plentiful ocean grounds, devastates fish populations and wildlife, breaks down the food web, and degrades habitats. Oceans need a constant replenishment of fish to perform critical ecosystem services, such as storing carbon that is needed for climate mitigation. There is … [continued]
Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s compensation package is a done deal, and now we are immersed in the waiting game. Was it only two years ago in which Master Plan 3 was released, with its laser focus on sustainable energy? Not anymore. Now Musk is pushing agendas for AI, robots, and … [continued]
Hurricane Melissa wreaked havoc in many parts of Jamaica. It was a Category 5 storm, causing power outages across the island which are still ongoing two and a half weeks later. Persistent debris accumulation, damaged sanitation systems, and prolonged power and communications gaps continue to heighten the risk of water- … [continued]
It’s clear that former Vice President Kamala Harris missed an important opportunity to highlight climate change and use it as a starting point to target other policies in her campaign for US President in 2024. Such a position would’ve driven more Gen Z voters — those individuals born between 1997 … [continued]
Clean tech stocks have seen a recent upsurge. Investors are smiling at the rebound after a relatively long period of disappointing returns. What’s happening to make green investors so happy? Well, renewable energy is expanding faster than fossil fuels around the world, despite policy changes in the US. Oil demand … [continued]
The 30th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) is known by the shorthand “COP30.” These meetings are annual opportunities for leaders from around the world to discuss efforts to combat human-induced climate change. Participants work together to negotiate agreements on topics such … [continued]
