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Ask a Scientist: The US Has to Do More to Meet Its Carbon Emissions Reduction Goals

Union of Concerned Scientists

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

The legislation committed nearly $400 billion to support, among other things, wind and solar power, battery storage, electric vehicles, and other clean energy technologies that will make a significant dent in US heat-trapping emissions. How is that going to happen? Their report, however, comes with a warning.

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Analysis: Bolstering Southeast Asia’s clean energy transition

A Greener Life

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

The United States supports Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) partners in meeting their clean energy goals. Dat Bike is one of numerous partners the US government works with to meet this rapidly growing demand for clean energy. Above, a VinFast vehicle charges in Quang Ninh, Vietnam, in 2021.

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Pittsburgh 2030 District Announces Significant Progress In Reducing Carbon Emissions - 44.8% From Baseline; Savings Of $59.7 Million In Utility Costs

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 7, 2023

The Pittsburgh 2030 District , a project of the Green Building Alliance , has released its 2022 Progress Report , revealing District property partners have reduced carbon emissions by 44.8% This achievement moves the District within range of reaching its target goal of 50-65% reduction in carbon emissions before the 2030 deadline.

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PPL Releases 2021 Climate Assessment Report, Analysis Supports Company's Path To Net-Zero Carbon Emissions By 2050

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Since PPL's last climate assessment report in 2017, the company has taken a number of steps to advance its emissions reductions and overall clean energy transition strategy. The transition to a clean energy future offers us an opportunity to rethink how energy is produced, stored, delivered and used.

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Climate Policy in the World’s Fourth Largest Country

Legal Planet

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Carbon emissions from land use change (mostly logging) are comparable to Brazil’s, though Brazil gets a lot more publicity. Economic growth has hovered around a healthy 5% annually, meaning that GDP doubles about every 15 years and that carbon emissions will also surge without vigorous climate action.

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Germany’s Role in Climate Policy

Legal Planet

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Although its track record has some complexities, this timeline of German actions shows just its early and sustained attention to clean energy policy: 1990. The Federal Cabinet adopts its first climate target, a 25-30% cut in carbon emissions by 2005 under 1987 levels. trillion tons.] Renewables are 42% of electricity.

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Research fellowships target clean-energy innovation

Physics World

JANUARY 7, 2022

Those critical challenges will require inventive and practical solutions, which is why automotive manufacturer Toyota has teamed up with The Electrochemical Society (ECS) to award a series of research fellowships focused on the development of green-energy technologies that reduce both pollution and carbon emissions.

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Minnesota: Will This Be the Year for a 100-Percent Carbon-Free Electricity Policy?

Union of Concerned Scientists

JANUARY 30, 2023

On January 26, the Minnesota House of Representatives passed House File 7 —the 100% Clean Energy Bill. Now it’s on to the state Senate, where the question is: Will this be the year Minnesota sets a path toward 100-percent carbon-free electricity? Removing trash burners’ ability to qualify as “renewable energy” facilities.

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PPL On Track To Achieve 70% Reduction In Greenhouse Gases By 2035, 80% Reduction By 2040 On The Way To Net-Zero Carbon Emissions By 2050

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 30, 2021

"As we pursue our goals, we're investing in the research and development of clean energy solutions that will enable us to achieve net-zero carbon emissions, and we're committed to ensuring a balanced, responsible and just transition to economy-wide decarbonization." Posted: August 30, 2021] PA Environment Digest

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Emissions by the Big Utilities: Where They Are, What They’re Aiming For

Legal Planet

MARCH 31, 2022

Net zero by 2050, 50% cut by 2030, and 100% clean energy by 2040. There’s a lot these simple figures don’t tell us: How much of these companies already cut emissions? Carbon Reduction Goals : Reduction of carbon emissions from generating facilities by 80% from 2000 levels by 2050. 7) Xcel Energy.

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Critical Budget Issue: How Will The General Assembly Help Communities, Workers Transition To Clean Energy?

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

The General Assembly has yet to answer the question of how to help communities and workers caught in the market-driven transition from fossil fuels to clean energy. The auction of credits under the program is expected to generate an estimated $300 million annually to be invested in energy-related programs.

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TCI Update: Final Model Rule Addresses EJ, but Political Will May Be Lacking

Law and Environment

JUNE 16, 2021

On June 10, 2021, the Transportation Climate Initiative Program (TCI-P) states released a final model rule creating a regional cap-and-trade-program to reduce carbon emissions from the transportation sector. We wrote about the draft model rule and its implementation challenges when it was released at the beginning of March.

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The EIA Just Released a 30 Year Energy Outlook. It’s… Not Great

Union of Concerned Scientists

MARCH 16, 2022

It’s widely viewed as the “gold standard” for energy projections, even though there’s much debate in the energy community about the validity of the assumptions behind these projections. CO 2 emissions remain mostly level through 2050—nowhere close to meeting US climate goals. Carbon emissions remain high.

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Sen. Comitta, Rep. Herrin To Discuss Rebuilding PA’s Energy Infrastructure, Helping Communities Transition To Clean Energy In July 28 Webinar

PA Environment Daily

JULY 22, 2021

Comitta and Report Herrin are introducing legislation to guide how revenue generated from the RGGI program will be reinvested in efforts to help communities and workers during the transition to clean energy, environmental justice areas and other initiatives. “A It is caused by human activity and carbon emissions.

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Building a Better Power Grid for Minnesota

Union of Concerned Scientists

JULY 22, 2022

Renewable energy will help with all of that—but we need a grid that is designed for wind and solar instead of having to rely on expensive coal and gas plants. Getting energy from where it’s produced to where it’s needed. Unlocking the gridlock for Minnesota’s renewable energy future.

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How Are Lithium-ion Batteries that Store Solar and Wind Power Made?

Union of Concerned Scientists

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Once the battery looks up to code, it is off to the grid to power our renewable energy future! Battery energy storage is powerful and growing. Battery energy storage can help store clean energy for the grid. From 2020 to 2021, large-scale US battery storage system installations tripled from 1.4

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Ask a Scientist: Two Dozen States Can Meet 100 Percent of Electricity Demand with Renewables by 2035

Union of Concerned Scientists

MAY 12, 2022

All told, they represent 56 percent of the US population, generate 62 percent of the country’s gross domestic product, and are responsible for 43 percent of the country’s annual carbon emissions. What job opportunities would this clean energy transition create? EN: Energy prices have gone up dramatically in the last year.

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Pittsburgh Water & Sewer Authority To Buy More Wind Energy From Western PA Energy Consortium

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 9, 2023

On August 9, the Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority announced it would be committing to the purchase of wind power and the use of clean energy to support the production and operations of water services. Committed to fostering sustainable practices, PWSA has been an active participant in WPEC's clean energy initiatives since 2008.

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Dear Oil and Gas CEOs: Here’s How You Should Spend Those Record Profits

Union of Concerned Scientists

JULY 29, 2022

That requires bringing global energy-related carbon dioxide emissions to net zero by 2050. To meet that goal, the International Energy Agency’s Net Zero Roadmap released in 2021 says no new oil and gas supply projects can come online. degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels.

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Statement on the Government of Canada’s New Policy Ending Subsidies to the Fossil Fuel Industry

Enviromental Defense

JULY 24, 2023

The government made a commitment to eliminate this outsized support back in 2021 and we welcome today’s announcement of a timeline for that promise. By comparison, Canada’s support for clean energy is relatively meager. From 2019 to 2021, Canada supported an annual average of CAD 11.1 Of this, $19.8 Of this, $19.8

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War in Ukraine and the Climate Crisis Are Connected: Our Future Depends on Solutions that Address Both

Union of Concerned Scientists

MARCH 30, 2022

Earlier this month the International Energy Agency (IEA) released data showing that global carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) emissions hit an all-time high in 2021, rebounding sharply from the 2020 decline caused by COVID-19 related economic slump. A rapid clean energy transition is (still) the best path forward.

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Sen. Comitta To Introduce Bill Investing RGGI Proceeds In Helping Communities & Workers In Clean Energy Transition, Environmental Justice Areas, Promote Energy Efficiency

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 4, 2021

It is caused by human activity and carbon emissions. According to Pennsylvania’s recently released 2021 Climate Impacts Assessment, average annual temperatures in the commonwealth will rise by 5.9°F percent to the Energy Communities Trust Fund; -- 12.5 A climate crisis is happening before our eyes.

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Centre County Recycling & Refuse Authority Moves To Renewable Natural Gas, Away From Shale Gas To Power Vehicles

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 7, 2022

On December 7, Clean Energy Fuels Corp. announced it has begun providing renewable natural gas (RNG) for the Centre County Recycling and Refuse Authority in Bellefonte, Centre County, supporting a transition to a cleaner, low-carbon fuel produced from organic waste.

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Summer Heat Is Coming: Will New Policies Protect Workers?

Union of Concerned Scientists

APRIL 18, 2022

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), 2021 followed the distressing trend of excessive heat, as the sixth hottest year on record (a tie with 2018). Congress must also pass the Preventing HEAT Illness and Deaths Act of 2021 ( S.2510

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Pittsburgh's PNC Bank To Power Operations With Renewable Energy

PA Environment Daily

JULY 13, 2022

“This collaboration with Constellation is an exciting next step toward meeting our environmental goals of reaching 100% renewable purchased electricity by 2025 and reducing carbon emissions and energy use 75% by 2035.” billion directly into renewable energy projects. Environmental Protection Agency.

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How Will DTE’s Long-Term Plan Impact Michigan’s Clean Energy Future?

Union of Concerned Scientists

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Additionally, long-term energy plans consider how utilities will operate their existing power generating facilities and what type of new facilities they might build and when. DTE’s goal is to reach “net-zero” emissions by 2050 while reducing its carbon emissions from 2005 levels 65 percent by 2028, 85 percent by 2035, and 90 percent by 2040.

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DOE’s New Hydrogen Hubs Program Comes With Risks—And Opportunities

Union of Concerned Scientists

APRIL 11, 2022

The November 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), also referred to as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, or BIL, includes an $8 billion “regional clean hydrogen hubs” program that charges the Department of Energy (DOE) with the development of at least four hydrogen hubs to advance the nation’s clean hydrogen sector.

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Secretary Of Energy Granholm Launches Initiative To Address Net-Zero Economy Goals

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JUNE 9, 2021

On June 7, 2021, Secretary of Energy Jennifer M. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Energy Earthshots Initiative. Designed to accelerate innovation of abundant, affordable, and reliable clean energy solutions within the next ten years. Currently, clean hydrogen costs approximately $5 per kg.

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Our 2023 State Legislative Priorities

Washington Nature

JANUARY 9, 2023

When the Act was passed in 2021 , it recognized that existing climate investments were not enough and that revenue raised through the CCA should be dedicated to reducing carbon emissions, transitioning our state to a carbon-free economy, and enhancing climate resilience. © Benjamin Drummond. © Morgan Heim.

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Analysis: New coal mines add question mark to India’s climate commitments

A Greener Life

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

In its Nationally Determined Contributions ( NDCs ), updated in 2022, India has made three major promises: a 45% reduction in its carbon emissions intensity (CO2 emissions per unit of electricity) based on 2005 levels, by 2030; 50% of installed electricity coming from non-fossil-fuel sources by 2030; and national carbon neutrality by 2070.

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Friday PA Environment & Energy NewsClips 11.26.21

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

. -- Inquirer - Andrew Maykuth: PA Electricity Prices Rising By As Much As 50% Next Week; Here’s How You Can Save -- ScrantonT: Multiple Programs Available To Help With Heating Costs -- PA Cap-Star: Municipalities Want To Limit Carbon Emissions, PA Utilities Want To Preempt Them -- MCall Guest Essay: Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative Will Create Funding (..)

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GM Has Become an ‘Energy Star’ with Efficiency and Circular Programs

Environment + Energy Leader

MAY 13, 2022

In 2010, GM committed to a 20% reduction in carbon intensity by 2020. And in January 2021, it said it would source 100% renewable energy to power GM facilities in the U.S. The post GM Has Become an ‘Energy Star’ with Efficiency and Circular Programs appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Op-ed: We can grow the economy, strengthen security — and reduce emissions

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MARCH 10, 2022

In the Unites States’ march to transition to clean energy and reduce greenhouse gasses, resilience may be the most important word to summarize 2021. Nine months after the pandemic first upended lives and the economy, the market fundamentals for clean energy looked unstoppable. Over the course of 2021, the U.S.

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Philadelphia Energy Authority Completes First Rooftop Solar Program For Low- And Moderate-Income Homeowners

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

The Philadelphia Energy Authority continues to position Philadelphia as a national leader in using clean energy to drive equitable economic development," said Councilmember Katherine Gilmore Richardson. Powering my home with renewable energy through solar is a dream come true! Related Articles: -- Gov.

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Stepping Up to the Challenge: US Can Meet Climate Goals if Policymakers Take Immediate, Concerted Action

Union of Concerned Scientists

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

So today I’m glad to share some good news: a new UCS study that gives me fresh hope and determination to keep fighting for necessary actions to drive deep cuts in US heat-trapping emissions. Our research makes tangible why the healthier, fairer clean energy future we want and need is directly linked to the choices we make today.

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DCNR Blog: Carbon Capture A Tool To Address Cause Of Climate Change

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

The programs supported by a memorandum of understanding, combined with other financial incentives, are intended to support industry and jobs in these states while reducing net carbon emissions.

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The 2024 Legislative Session: Reflections on Advancing Climate Action

Washington Nature

MARCH 18, 2024

The 2024 session of the Washington State Legislature has wrapped up, and at The Nature Conservancy in Washington we are celebrating new investments in the transition to a clean energy economy and a climate-resilient future for all Washingtonians. We’ve been wary of attempts to weaken the CCA since its passage in 2021.

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Opinion: Unrest underlines need to reform Kazakhstan’s energy sector

A Greener Life

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Major reforms in energy investments in Kazakhstan are needed, not only to reform the economy but to meet the country’s climate goals. At COP26 in Glasgow in November 2021, Askar Mamin, the (then) prime minister of Kazakhstan, stated that the country was finalising its plan to be carbon neutral by 2060.

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DOE's Roosevelt Project Case Study Shows How Southwestern PA Can Thrive In A Low-Carbon Energy Future

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Department of Energy Secretary Ernie Moniz. Expected to be one of the largest industrial transitions in history, the clean energy transition will affect sectors from electric power to heavy industry and transportation, and is necessary to address global climate change, according to the report. Read more here.]

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PA Environment Digest: Educational Opportunities for Students & Adults

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SEPTEMBER 5, 2021

Opportunities to learn more about environmental and energy issues affecting Pennsylvania for students and adults-- -- Penn State Master Gardeners: Sept. 13 In Carlisle -- PA Conservative Energy Forum: Sept. 24 At Shawnee’s River Sanctuary -- Register Now For 2021 Virtual Watershed Congress Sept. 17 In Dauphin County -- Oct.

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TCI Program Established to Reduce Carbon Emissions From Transportation

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MARCH 11, 2021

On March 1, 2021, the TCI released draft Model Rules for public review. See Latham’s blog post TCI Proposes to Reduce Carbon Emissions From Transportation in the Northeast.) Building on the MOU and the draft Model Rules, the TCI provided an update in March 2021 about its goal to expand opportunities for public engagement.

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On September 20, Canada must elect a government committed to a green and just pandemic recovery

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AUGUST 17, 2021

OTTAWA | Unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabeg People — With Canada’s 2021 federal election just five weeks away, a coalition of 34 Canada’s leading environmental organizations are calling on everyone in Canada to vote on September 20 — and when they do, vote for a green and just recovery from COVID-19.

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New York State Environmental Regulator Issues Draft Plan to Achieve GHG Emissions-Reduction Goals

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DECEMBER 29, 2021

20, 2021, the New York State Climate Action Council (Council) voted unanimously to approve the most recent draft of the scoping plan, a roadmap to achieve compliance with the state’s landmark climate law, the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA).

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Analysis: Green jobs take off in China

A Greener Life

JUNE 28, 2023

in 2021, according to LinkedIn’s Green Skills Report. In China, government plans to peak and neutralise national carbon emissions, and for a wholesale green transition , have caused a boom in “green employment”. According to a 2021 report from Syntao, 1,092 A-listed firms in China (25.3% in 2015 to 13.3%

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Ask a Scientist: The US Has to Do More to Meet Its Carbon Emissions Reduction Goals

Analysis: Bolstering Southeast Asia’s clean energy transition

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Pittsburgh 2030 District Announces Significant Progress In Reducing Carbon Emissions - 44.8% From Baseline; Savings Of $59.7 Million In Utility Costs

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PPL Releases 2021 Climate Assessment Report, Analysis Supports Company's Path To Net-Zero Carbon Emissions By 2050

Climate Policy in the World’s Fourth Largest Country

Germany’s Role in Climate Policy

Research fellowships target clean-energy innovation

Minnesota: Will This Be the Year for a 100-Percent Carbon-Free Electricity Policy?

PPL On Track To Achieve 70% Reduction In Greenhouse Gases By 2035, 80% Reduction By 2040 On The Way To Net-Zero Carbon Emissions By 2050

Emissions by the Big Utilities: Where They Are, What They’re Aiming For

Critical Budget Issue: How Will The General Assembly Help Communities, Workers Transition To Clean Energy?

TCI Update: Final Model Rule Addresses EJ, but Political Will May Be Lacking

The EIA Just Released a 30 Year Energy Outlook. It’s… Not Great

Sen. Comitta, Rep. Herrin To Discuss Rebuilding PA’s Energy Infrastructure, Helping Communities Transition To Clean Energy In July 28 Webinar

Building a Better Power Grid for Minnesota

How Are Lithium-ion Batteries that Store Solar and Wind Power Made?

Ask a Scientist: Two Dozen States Can Meet 100 Percent of Electricity Demand with Renewables by 2035

Pittsburgh Water & Sewer Authority To Buy More Wind Energy From Western PA Energy Consortium

Dear Oil and Gas CEOs: Here’s How You Should Spend Those Record Profits

Statement on the Government of Canada’s New Policy Ending Subsidies to the Fossil Fuel Industry

War in Ukraine and the Climate Crisis Are Connected: Our Future Depends on Solutions that Address Both

Sen. Comitta To Introduce Bill Investing RGGI Proceeds In Helping Communities & Workers In Clean Energy Transition, Environmental Justice Areas, Promote Energy Efficiency

Centre County Recycling & Refuse Authority Moves To Renewable Natural Gas, Away From Shale Gas To Power Vehicles

Summer Heat Is Coming: Will New Policies Protect Workers?

Pittsburgh's PNC Bank To Power Operations With Renewable Energy

How Will DTE’s Long-Term Plan Impact Michigan’s Clean Energy Future?

DOE’s New Hydrogen Hubs Program Comes With Risks—And Opportunities

Secretary Of Energy Granholm Launches Initiative To Address Net-Zero Economy Goals

Our 2023 State Legislative Priorities

Analysis: New coal mines add question mark to India’s climate commitments

Friday PA Environment & Energy NewsClips 11.26.21

GM Has Become an ‘Energy Star’ with Efficiency and Circular Programs

Op-ed: We can grow the economy, strengthen security — and reduce emissions

Philadelphia Energy Authority Completes First Rooftop Solar Program For Low- And Moderate-Income Homeowners

Stepping Up to the Challenge: US Can Meet Climate Goals if Policymakers Take Immediate, Concerted Action

DCNR Blog: Carbon Capture A Tool To Address Cause Of Climate Change

The 2024 Legislative Session: Reflections on Advancing Climate Action

Opinion: Unrest underlines need to reform Kazakhstan’s energy sector

DOE's Roosevelt Project Case Study Shows How Southwestern PA Can Thrive In A Low-Carbon Energy Future

PA Environment Digest: Educational Opportunities for Students & Adults

TCI Program Established to Reduce Carbon Emissions From Transportation

On September 20, Canada must elect a government committed to a green and just pandemic recovery

New York State Environmental Regulator Issues Draft Plan to Achieve GHG Emissions-Reduction Goals

Analysis: Green jobs take off in China

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