Law Columbia
SEPTEMBER 28, 2023
The Sabin Center wrapped up Climate Week NYC last Friday with an event exploring the opportunities and challenges posed by ocean-based carbon dioxide removal (CDR). As evidenced by the 150-plus people in attendance, ocean CDR is attracting growing attention as a possible climate change mitigation option.
Law Columbia
OCTOBER 20, 2023
In a blog post last month, I wrote about the growing interest in ocean-based carbon dioxide removal (CDR), and the complex legal issues it raises. Much of the legal complexity surrounding ocean CDR stems from the fact that the ocean is a shared resource in which all countries, both coastal and landlocked, have an interest.
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Union of Concerned Scientists
MAY 18, 2023
Land-based wind similarly experienced temporary cost increases during the 2008 economic recession. Likewise, more data and research is needed to ensure impacts to cultural resources are adequately considered in the US Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s suitability analysis to identify potential offshore wind leasing areas.
Our Environment
MAY 21, 2021
Greenhouse gases, particularly carbon dioxide are great absorbers of heat radiation coming from the Earth’s surface. 4] An increase in global temperature leads to melting of the ice caps which causes the ocean to expand and sea level to rise. should be. [4] References. [1] 3] Gombos, M., Atkinson, S., & Gorong, B.
Law Columbia
MAY 24, 2024
There was little discussion, either in the written statements or at the oral hearing, of so-called “marine geoengineering” activities that seek to use the ocean to combat climate change. based company—Planktos— announced plans to undertake a project aimed at removing and storing carbon dioxide.
HumanNature
MARCH 31, 2021
Figure 1: Size reference for atmospheric particles (US EPA 2016) and a general structure of freshly created black carbon. Direct Environmental Effects Did you know that black carbon is the second most important warming agent in our atmosphere behind carbon dioxide (CO 2 )? Health Effects of Black Carbon.”
PA Environment Daily
MARCH 29, 2022
Since 2008, RGGI states successfully cut power sector emissions in half, reduced electricity prices, and outpaced the nation in economic growth, all while creating $4 billion in net economic gains, and nearly 50,000 job years of employment. RGGI has more than a long history of economic success.
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