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Why the Bay Area’s Zero-Emission Appliance Rule is a Big Deal

Legal Planet

Research shows that halting the burning of fossil fuels in homes and businesses is beneficial for the health of residents and vital to combat climate change. The largest obstacle is up-front cost; electric appliances still cost more than gas ones. It should thus be replicated throughout the state and nation.

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

A Greener Life

Despite a significant uptake of renewable energy, India still relies on coal plants for more than half of its installed electricity supply. By Rejimon Kuttappan Along with a major expansion of renewable energy, India is also pushing for big increases in its coal production, casting doubt on its climate commitments.

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Statement on IESO Contracting New Polluting Gas Power

Enviromental Defense

Statement from Lana Goldberg, Ontario Climate Program Manager Toronto | Traditional territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishinaabeg, the Haudenosaunee, and the Huron-Wendat – It is irresponsible for the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) to be procuring new polluting gas plants in the midst of a climate crisis.

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Book review: A grand survey of climate hope

A Greener Life

Despite its vast scope – telling the story of climate entrepreneurs from China, India, the US and much of the developed world – Rathi presents an engaging read of all that is going right in the battle with climate change. billion tonnes by 2029-30.

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Climate Choices Part II — Session Law 2021-165 (Carbon Reduction Plan)

Smith Enviorment

Utilities Commission (NCUC) to “take all reasonable steps” to achieve a 70% reduction in carbon dioxide ( CO 2 ) emissions from electric generating units (EGUs) by 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality for the utility generation system by 2050. The reduction goals apply to electric utilities that are: 1.

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Environment & Energy Educational Opportunities For Students & Adults

PA Environment Daily

7 Climate Change In Our Watersheds Fall Valley Talk, In-Person, Online In Philadelphia [PaEN] -- Energy Efficiency Alliance Of PA/NJ Host Nov. 7 Climate Change In Our Watersheds Fall Valley Talk, In-Person, Online In Philadelphia [PaEN] -- Energy Efficiency Alliance Of PA/NJ Host Nov. 17 Thru Feb. 17 Thru Feb.

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Tuesday PA Environment & Energy NewsClips - 10.31.23

PA Environment Daily

WEDNESDAY 5:00: - PennDOT Outreach Session On National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program. 23 [PaEN] -- Erie Times Guest Essay: We Have A Path To Reduce Climate Pollution, It Is Time To Launch market-Based RGGI - By Environmental Defense Fund & Ceres -- 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Holds Nov. 1, 13, 14, 15, Dec.