Global warming
Research from the School of Economics in Guangxi Minzu University in Nanning, People's Republic of China, has highlighted the importance of taking into account a country's economic and industrial structure when implementing renewable energy policies to reduce CO2 emissions. The study, which analyzed data from 36
Green technology
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), has announced over $22 million in federal funding from the Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) Improvement Program. This funding will support local projects aimed at reducing traffic delays, increasing travel efficiency, and reducing air pollution across Wisconsin.
Green technology
Australians are being sold a compelling narrative that the country is transitioning to renewable energy to combat climate change. However, a closer look reveals that the transition has so far added more energy to the mix, rather than reducing greenhouse emissions. The country's economic growth is intricately linked
Green technology
Pakistan's Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has formally launched the country's New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Policy 2025-30, a landmark initiative that prioritizes clean transport, climate resilience, industrial transformation, and youth empowerment. The policy aims to reduce emissions, promote clean technology, and shift to sustainable transport solutions.
Green technology
Xcel Energy's recent decision to close its coal power plants across the state by 2030 presents an opportunity for Colorado to transition to cleaner energy. However, Xcel's Just Transition Plan proposes to replace coal with new gas-fired plants and considers nuclear energy, which raises concerns about
Climate change
At a town hall event in rural Pinedale, Wyoming, Representative Harriet Hageman faced an angry crowd as she attempted to justify the government's planned repeal of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) "endangerment finding" - a determination that greenhouse gases pose a threat to public
Climate change
Sefton Council has taken a significant step in addressing the climate emergency by developing a Low Carbon Transport Strategy, which outlines its plan to reduce transport-related emissions in the Liverpool City Region. The council has identified transport as a key contributor to carbon emissions, accounting for nearly a third of
Electric vehicles
The U.S. Department of Justice has filed two complaints against the California Air Resources Board (CARB) regarding the state's enforcement of preempted emissions standards through its "Clean Truck Partnership" with heavy-duty truck and engine manufacturers. This move supports President Donald J. Trump's commitment
Electric vehicles
Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers is celebrating a significant victory after the four major semitruck manufacturers sued last fall agreed that California's electric vehicle standards and emissions rules are now "voided." Hilgers had announced a state-level antitrust lawsuit against Daimler Truck North America, International Motors Inc.
Climate change
Research from the National University of Colombia presents a fresh perspective on carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions and climate change. The study, financially supported by the Ministerio de Ciencia, Tecnologia e Innovacion, explores the development of carbon capture and utilization (CCU) technologies under the C1 biorefinery concept. The researchers analyzed three
Climate change
The Carbon Market Institute's Australasian Emissions Reduction Summit highlighted the crucial role of decarbonisation in driving economic productivity, with Climate Change Authority Chair Matt Kean emphasizing the need for clear signals on the carbon market's future. The summit participants also discussed the economic benefits of accelerated
Climate change
The Trump administration's plan to reverse the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) 2009 finding that greenhouse gases endanger human health and welfare has sparked controversy. Supporters argue it's essential for addressing climate change, while critics call it costly overreach that stifles energy production and jobs.
