A Greener Life

JUNE 28, 2023

By Jiang Mengnan Despite global layoffs, green employment is rising following China’s carbon neutrality pledge. In 2022, tech firms’ payrolls fell by 164,000 employees, with a further 166,000 jobs cut in the first quarter of 2023, according to tracking platform Layoffs.fyi. in 2015 to 13.3% First, the jobs available are a mixed bag.

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Legal Planet

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Rhodium reported that “the most rapid investment growth has been in clean technology manufacturing—with annual investment growing 125% year-on-year to $39 billion—and particularly within electric vehicle and solar manufacturing. Investment in clean energy production and industrial decarbonization rose 15% year-on-year to $61 billion.”

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Legal Planet

APRIL 29, 2024

Fourteen states now have net-zero emissions targets for the economy as a whole, and sixteen have zero-carbon targets for the grid. New California legislation will require corporations to disclose their carbon emissions. Climate policy has been boosted by dramatic changes in the economics of clean energy.

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Law Columbia

DECEMBER 2, 2022

On November 22, 2022, sixteen municipalities of Puerto Rico filed a lawsuit in the federal district court in Puerto Rico seeking to hold coal, oil, and gas companies liable for losses resulting from storms during the 2017 hurricane season and ongoing economic losses since that time. . By Korey Silverman-Roati and Maria Antonia Tigre.

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Union of Concerned Scientists

MAY 23, 2022

In March, Client Earth launched a legal action against Shell’s board of directors, seeking to hold it liable for its failure to prepare the company properly for the clean energy transition. Shell is appealing the ruling. Chevron (Wednesday, May 25, at 8 a.m. The public comment period on the rule is open through June 17.

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ESA

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Countries like Bangladesh emit relatively low amounts of carbon emissions but are also the most vulnerable to climate change. Countries will also continue work on emissions reduction commitments and climate finance, or funding for climate mitigation and adaptation in developing countries. . 27, 2022). Led by the U.S.

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Legal Planet

MAY 13, 2024

Biden sets target of at least 50% reduction in carbon emissions below 2005 levels by 2030. October 26, 2022. August 9, 2022. August 16, 2022. ” November 22, 2022. Transportation Emissions November 15, 2021. April 6, 2022. Energy Sector Emissions May 11, 2021. April 22, 2021.

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Legal Planet

DECEMBER 29, 2022

Here are the biggest stories of 2022. Congress passed the Inflation Reduction Act, providing $369 billion in tax credit and spending to reduce carbon emissions. The Democrats lost control of Congress, eliminating the chances for significant climate/energy legislation in the next two years. Download as PDF.

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Union of Concerned Scientists

APRIL 29, 2024

(Photo: Alex Wong/Getty Images) Rose asked Tillerson open-ended questions on a range of subjects, including climate change and national energy policy. But in nearly every instance, Rose listened politely, refrained from challenging Tillerson on the facts, and went on to his next question.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 8, 2023

In addition to all those benefits, solar schools projects have immense local benefits such as reducing carbon emissions and creating family sustaining jobs.” As we look toward a greener, more energy efficient future, we need to give our next generation the ability to use and improve upon solar energy.”

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Environmental Progress

APRIL 20, 2021

While it decreased the use of such plants some, they are likely to be used significantly more if Germany follows through on its pledge to shutter all of its nuclear plants by the end of 2022. We need to respect our grid authorities. link] [19] Michael Greenstone et al., Do Renewable Portfolio Standards Deliver?

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Legal Planet

JANUARY 12, 2023

Perhaps most importantly, the federal government has invested billions of dollars in clean energy. should not enter into any climate agreement that fails to limit emissions from developing countries. 2011 Supreme Court decides AEP case, barring lawsuits against carbon emitters using the federal common law of nuisance.

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Corp Watch

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Tesla vehicles have been involved in 273 crashes , of which six were fatal and five resulted in severe injuries, over a nine-month period between 2021 and 2022. The company has come under severe criticism for its “full self-driving” mode in its vehicles. Tesla has benefited from several billion dollars in government incentives such as a $1.3

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Corp Watch

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Tesla vehicles have been involved in 273 crashes , of which six were fatal and five resulted in severe injuries, over a nine-month period between 2021 and 2022. The company has come under severe criticism for its “full self-driving” mode in its vehicles. Tesla has benefited from several billion dollars in government incentives such as a $1.3

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Corp Watch

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Tesla vehicles have been involved in 273 crashes , of which six were fatal and five resulted in severe injuries, over a nine-month period between 2021 and 2022. The company has come under severe criticism for its “full self-driving” mode in its vehicles. Tesla has benefited from several billion dollars in government incentives such as a $1.3

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Corp Watch

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Tesla vehicles have been involved in 273 crashes , of which six were fatal and five resulted in severe injuries, over a nine-month period between 2021 and 2022. The company has come under severe criticism for its “full self-driving” mode in its vehicles. Tesla has benefited from several billion dollars in government incentives such as a $1.3

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Corp Watch

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Tesla vehicles have been involved in 273 crashes , of which six were fatal and five resulted in severe injuries, over a nine-month period between 2021 and 2022. The company has come under severe criticism for its “full self-driving” mode in its vehicles. Tesla has benefited from several billion dollars in government incentives such as a $1.3

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Corp Watch

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Tesla vehicles have been involved in 273 crashes , of which six were fatal and five resulted in severe injuries, over a nine-month period between 2021 and 2022. The company has come under severe criticism for its “full self-driving” mode in its vehicles. Tesla has benefited from several billion dollars in government incentives such as a $1.3

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Corp Watch

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Tesla vehicles have been involved in 273 crashes , of which six were fatal and five resulted in severe injuries, over a nine-month period between 2021 and 2022. The company has come under severe criticism for its “full self-driving” mode in its vehicles. Tesla has benefited from several billion dollars in government incentives such as a $1.3

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PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Here you’ll find just a few of the good and bipartisan environmental and energy bills members of the Senate and House should consider in 2022. The Dog Whistles In politics, “dog whistle” refers to the use of coded or suggestive language in political messaging to garner support from specific groups, particularly in election years.

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 21, 2023

CLICK HERE to View or Print the May 22 PA Environment Digest.

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PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 1, 2021

13, 14, 15 -- Committee Schedule -- Updated 2022 Voting Session Day Schedule TODAY’s Calendar Of Events -- TODAY 10:00: PA Assn. 10 - How Federal Clean Energy Policies May Expand PA’s Solar Future. 10 - How Federal Clean Energy Policies May Expand PA’s Solar Future. House returns to session Dec. Starting Dec.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022

29; No Information Yet On Whether Oil & Gas Development Health Risks Will Be Included [PaEN] -- DEP Posts 59 Pages Of Permit-Related Notices In Sept. Wolf Announces $4.2

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Union of Concerned Scientists

JUNE 14, 2023

Last month, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed new power plant carbon pollution standards that, if strengthened, would go a long way to help meet the Biden administration’s goal of slashing carbon emissions in half from 2005 levels by the end of this decade. Last year, wind generated 10.2 percent , and the 19.8

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Proposal To Construct 2 Solar Energy Facilities To Provide Electricity To Compressor Stations In Columbia, Wyoming Counties [PaEN] -- PA Solar Center, Partners Host Feb. 23 Webinar On Solar Energy For Municipalities And Water Authorities [PaEN] -- Penn State Hosts Feb.

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Law Columbia

MAY 7, 2021

Circuit Decision Vacating Affordable Clean Energy Rule. Circuit’s January opinion vacating EPA’s repeal and replacement of the Obama administration’s Clean Power Plan regulations for controlling carbon emissions from existing power plants. States and Coal Company Sought Review of D.C. No More Freeways v.

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 17, 2022

Notably, the poll found Pennsylvania lawmakers who support measures to reduce carbon and methane emissions see a political lift when running on these issues – both before and after a balanced and vigorous debate on the issue. Posted: August 17, 2022] PA Environment Digest Click Here for topline poll results.

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 10, 2022

“Members of industry and labor, understandably, see vast potential for our commonwealth’s economy and job growth, while environmentalists questioned whether this is an actual pathway to clean energy or a detour away from embracing renewable energy. Meanwhile, experts from environmental groups raised concerns. “We

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 4, 2023

And now, I participated in a seminar that PJM was part of in New York City, and one of the comments made is the political policies that we as legislators in the various states associated with PJM probably give to PJM. "In So it seems to me, and I love it when people say, oh, well by 2035 we're going to have totally clean energy.

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 17, 2022

14 Webinar On Outreach & Marketing To New, Existing Members, Donors [PaEN] -- U.S. What’s Your Community Doing?

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Legal Planet

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

played a crucial role in negotiating the Kyoto Protocol, which required developed countries to cut their carbon emissions 5% below 1990 levels. The Kyoto Protocol may have led to emission reductions in Europe, but there was never any real prospect that the Senate would ever ratify the agreement. Under Clinton, the U.S.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Senate returns to session October 18, 19, 25, 26, 27 -- Committee Schedule House returns to session October 25, 26, 27 -- Committee Schedule -- Update: House Session Schedule For 2022 TODAY’s Calendar Of Events -- Coalition Launches Initiative To Promote Safer Setback Distances From Oil & Gas Drilling, Infrastructure [PaEN] -- Pittsburgh Business (..)

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 31, 2022

By Eliza Griswold -- Pittsburgh Business Times: DOE Funds Pitt, WVU Hydrogen, Carbon Capture Projects -- Erie 2030 District Achieves 22.4% Decline In Energy Use; $4.6 Million In Energy Savings; 14.6% 27 [PaEN] -- Clean Water Is Up To You: Brown Lawn? 31 & Sept. Other States/National/International -- AP: U.S.D.A.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Senate returns to session October 19, 25, 26, 27 -- Committee Schedule House returns to session October 25, 26, 27 -- Committee Schedule -- Update: House Session Schedule For 2022 TODAY’s Calendar Of Events TODAY 9:00: Agenda Posted. Environmental Quality Board meeting. Room 105 Rachel Carson Building. Room 8E-A East Wing of the Capitol.

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PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 10, 2021

10 RiverWatch Video Report -- Chesapeake Bay Journal Forum: Fast Lane To Stewardship Often Includes A Mentor - By Adam Miller, Alliance For The Chesapeake Bay -- EPA Awards Clean Diesel Grants To Reduce Diesel Emissions At The Port Of Philadelphia [PaEN] -- YorkDR: 600-Acre Dover Solar Project Under Consideration By Zoning Board Dec.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Democrats Cry Foul -- PA Cap-Star: Advocates Call On PA To Spend $40 Million To Fight Lead Poisoning In Kids Federal Budget Bill -- AP: White House Eyes New Climate Change Strategies In Biden Bill National/International -- AP: AP-NORC/EPIC Poll: Majority In U.S.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 26, 2022

Other States/National/International -- Financial Times: Europe Faces Critical Shortage Of Metals Needed For Clean Energy PA Politics - Everything Is Connected -- WHYY/BillyPenn: 1 In 5 Young PA Voters Can’t Participate In Big U.S. What’s Your Community Doing?

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