New Jersey’s Plan To Cut Global Warming Emissions 80% By 2050
October 22nd, 2020 | by Zachary Shahan
As I wrote earlier today, New Jersey has a legal requirement to cut its greenhouse gas emissions 80% by 2050, based on 2006 levels
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Rocky Mountain Institute Launches New Climate Tech Accelerator
June 25th, 2020 | by Rocky Mountain Institute
Faced with the rising urgency of the climate crisis, Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) and New Energy Nexus are proud to announce the launch of a new joint venture called Third Derivative (or D3, for short) — built to accelerate the rate of climate innovation. This program works with startups from around the world to connect them with the resources needed to commercialize and scale more rapidly than ever before
The 16 Solar & Storage Projects Hawaii Just Ordered
June 9th, 2020 | by Zachary Shahan
I recently highlighted a couple of big solar + storage projects that were given the go-ahead in Hawaii. Then I found out that these are two of 16 solar and energy storage projects just approved for development in the state
India Proposes Mandatory Procurement of Hydro Electricity
May 4th, 2020 | by Saurabh
After re-classification of hydro power as a renewable energy technology, the Indian government is planning to mandate procurement from hydro power projects
City of Houston Surprises: 100% Renewable Electricity — $65 Million in Savings in 7 Years
May 2nd, 2020 | by Guest Contributor
The City is Estimated to See a $9.3 Million Reduction in its Annual Electricity Bill and an Estimated Total Savings of $65 Million Over 7 Years
Celebrating 100: A Spotlight On 6 Leaders Of 100% Renewable Cities — Episode 100 Of Local Energy Rules Podcast
March 30th, 2020 | by John Farrell
This week marks a milestone for the Local Energy Rules podcast: 100 episodes. Although the times are grim and uncertain, we hope you take refuge in these visions of a cleaner, more equitable future. For our 100th episode of the Local Energy Rules podcast, we compiled a highlight reel from the Voices of 100% series. This episode celebrates five cities that are working toward our vision: community-driven, equitable, 100% renewable energy economies. As the movement grows, there will only be more voices to share
Policy & Global Supply Chain Innovation Are Making Solar Cheap, Not New Solar Chemistries
March 6th, 2020 | by Michael Barnard
Next time you see an article with a blaring headline about solar panel chemical breakthroughs or hydrogen, consider giving them a pass and reading about actually useful advances that are making a difference to the world
Uber Adds To Pollution & Traffic In European Cities
December 19th, 2019 | by Cynthia Shahan
In terms of health, I believe pedestrian life, and more abundant, affordable electric mass transit is best. Yet, due to lack of good transit, inconvenience, work, and a litany of other issues, too many of us depend on car travel
A Modest Pumped Storage Proposal For Democratic Candidates
December 13th, 2019 | by Michael Barnard
Democratic candidates for President should elevate pumped storage hydro into a coal-country vote winner as well as a climate change winner
1.19 Gigawatts Of Solar Power For The Land Of The Gigafactory
December 6th, 2019 | by Tina Casey
Nevada, home of the Tesla EV Gigafactory, is getting a new burst of renewable energy with 1.19 new gigawatts of solar power from the company NV Energy
Batteries Are Breaking Through
November 25th, 2019 | by Cynthia Shahan
A new Rocky Mountain Institute report released the end of October, Breakthrough Batteries Powering the Era of Clean Electrification, continues to confirm that clean electrification of transport technology is advancing at an impressive rate
Meeting Europe’s 2030 Energy Climate Goals: Renewables To Command 53% Of Electricity In 2030
November 18th, 2019 | by Cynthia Shahan
Wood Mackenzie projects that renewable energy will meet 53% of Europe's power supply in 2030. If Europeans deliver their individual National Energy and Climate Plans, sustainable energy will command the electricity market
Metamorphosis In Fukushima — Installing 11 Solar Power Plants & 10 Wind Power Plants
November 17th, 2019 | by Cynthia Shahan
How does one renew an area devastated by nuclear waste? I think of brilliant Kirusowa's film Dreams. One of the dreams depicts the horror and abyss after the fallout of a nuclear accident. Indeed, in real life, there are farmlands in Japan that are ruined, land that cannot be cultivated anymore. The Nikkei Asian Review reports mountainous areas where population outflows continue
UPDATE: Democratic Candidates’ Climate Plans Comparison, Now With Mayor Pete
November 8th, 2019 | by Michael Barnard
With Buttigieg surging, and CleanTechnica’s deep dives into the front runners (and Yang’s) plans completed, it’s time for the overview comparison, now with Mayor Pete added
Mayor Pete’s Climate Plan Has Good Coverage & A Carbon Price, But Too Little Funding
November 7th, 2019 | by Michael Barnard
Pete Buttigieg's climate action plan is not nearly as strong as Warren's, and the lack of funding puts it close to the level of Biden's at the bottom of the heap. The major saving grace is the price on carbon
Battery Supply Constraints On The World Market & Electricity Blackouts Spur South African Battery Assembly
November 6th, 2019 | by Remeredzai Joseph Kuhudzai
Just like many EV brands blame the slow ramp-up of EV production on battery supply constraints, lithium-ion home batteries have not been produced in large volumes. With a huge world market to address, a limited quantity of the batteries from these global brands get to reach Africa
Trump Betrays Conservative Principles To Attack California, Tesla, & EVs
September 24th, 2019 | by Jennifer Sensiba
Now that the legal battle between the Trump Administration and California over emissions standards is underway, we can get a good look “under the hood” at the legal arguments and strategies each side is using. Parties arguing in court will always do whatever it takes to support their own agenda, but this legal battle is particularly instructive
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