Frontiers

MARCH 17, 2023

By Colm Gorey, Frontiers science communications manager Image: Shutterstock.com From drones to using ‘poison nut’ as biofuel, the world of energy research is undergoing immense change. Now, Frontiers highlights some of the energy research articles we have published recently.

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Biofuels Renewable Energy Fossil Fuels Electricity 52

Union of Concerned Scientists

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

The power sector must be rapidly decarbonized for this increase in electrification to provide maximum benefits of emissions reduction, so we must also transition rapidly to a renewable power grid. We can use synthetic fuels to produce jet fuel and renewable diesel for trucks.

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Electricity Biofuels Technology Technology 269

Greenbuilding Law

JUNE 5, 2022

Biofuels Gas or liquid fuel made from plant material. Carbon Dioxide A naturally occurring gas, and also a byproduct of burning fossil fuels and biomass, as well as land-use changes and other industrial processes. emissions associated with fuel combustion in boilers, furnaces, vehicles) and are modest in abundance.

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Greenhouse Carbon Dioxide Atmosphere Fossil Fuels 98

Union of Concerned Scientists

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

By expanding renewable power, phasing out fossil fuels, electrifying as much of the economy as possible, and deploying other technologies, the U.S. Building substantial amounts of clean energy to power the electrification of transportation (and other sectors like buildings and industry). million homes.

Clean Energy 333

Clean Energy Biofuels Electricity Renewable Energy 333

Smith Enviorment

JANUARY 4, 2023

RGGI characterizes itself as a “cap and invest” program because many of the participating states direct their auction revenue to support renewable energy; energy efficiency; measures to mitigate climate impacts; and assistance to low-income households. Note: This is a very simple overview of the way RGGI operates.

Greenhouse 52

Greenhouse Electricity 2005 Carbon Dioxide 52

Law Columbia

NOVEMBER 1, 2016

Healey issued the CID in connection with an investigation into unfair or deceptive acts or practices in trade or commerce with respect to fossil fuel products and securities. Minnesota Federal Court Said State Biofuel Mandate Was Not Preempted. Sentencing was scheduled for February 3, 2017. United States v. Ruffatto , No.

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2016 Climate Change Fossil Fuels Greenhouse 40

Enviromental Defense

MAY 18, 2021

But what you probably haven’t heard is that our grid is getting dirtier again, with fossil fuels increasing in our electricity supply from burning natural gas. The rest of our power comes from a mix of nuclear power, renewables like hydro, wind and solar power, and biofuel. Ontario Energy Output by Fuel Type: 2020 .

Electricity 52

Electricity Natural Gas Carbon Emissions Renewable Energy 52

Ocean Conservancy

MARCH 10, 2023

While each alternative fuel has costs and benefits, our report finds that green hydrogen and green ammonia, which are produced with 100% renewable energy, are the most promising options for a zero-emission future. Investing in infrastructure Within the U.S.-flagged

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Greenhouse Ocean Technology Technology 40

Ocean Conservancy

MARCH 10, 2023

While each alternative fuel has costs and benefits, our report finds that green hydrogen and green ammonia, which are produced with 100% renewable energy, are the most promising options for a zero-emission future. Investing in infrastructure Within the U.S.-flagged

Greenhouse 40

Greenhouse Ocean Technology Technology 40

Circle of Blue

APRIL 18, 2023

The law provides $140 billion in tax incentives, direct loans, and grants to replace fossil fuels with cleaner renewable energy that lowers emissions of carbon dioxide. industrial policy for energy and transportation. million gallons of jet fuel per year from wood chips.

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Carbon Dioxide Renewable Energy Electricity Biofuels 316

Circle of Blue

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

This high-profile commitment to shift away from some forms of fossil fuel infrastructure came less than six weeks before a pivotal global climate conference in Glasgow, Scotland. Two sturdy and growing sources of renewable energy, wind turbines and solar power, use negligible amounts of water. It is already 1.1

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2021 Biofuels Cooling Carbon Emissions 246

Environmental Science

AUGUST 7, 2018

Changes from the early 19 th century that led to the Industrial Revolution were based, in part, on the advanced in engineering that was fueled by advances in physics. Renewable energy : The contribution of physics to the environmental sciences is no better demonstrated than in the development of renewable energy.

Technology 59

Technology Technology Nuclear Power Environmental Science 59

Environmental Progress

JULY 29, 2020

The High Cost of Renewables House Democrats propose spending hundreds of billions of public and ratepayer money on renewable energy, new transmission lines, energy efficiency, mass transit, electric vehicles, carbon capture and storage, and advanced nuclear energy. I am honored to address the Committee.

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2020 Climate Change Renewable Energy Carbon Emissions 52

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

These new bills can also complement investments made through RGGI, including by providing support for fossil fuel workers and communities affected by the energy transition well underway, cleaning up orphan wells and abandoned mines, offering job training and investing in new economic opportunities.”

Clean Energy 40

Clean Energy Climate Change Conservation Greenhouse 40

Environmental Progress

SEPTEMBER 12, 2020

Subsidies and mandates for renewables result in higher electricity prices and the net transfer of wealth from lower to upper income citizens. Like taxes on food, taxes on energy are regressive. In response to the Fukushima nuclear accident, the Japanese government shut down its nuclear plants and replaced them with fossil fuels.

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Arnold Porter

JUNE 14, 2021

The plan builds on his Build Back Better campaign platform, which emphasized the jobs these investments will create as the nation transitions to a clean energy economy. The following summarizes the major climate, renewable energy and other environmental provisions included in the American Jobs Plan.

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Clean Energy Fossil Fuels Electricity Technology 98

Legal Planet

MARCH 14, 2024

Cornyn’s Senate website emphasizes expansion of fossil fuel production but also touts Texas as a “trailblazer in renewable energy.” This is part of the cult, or religion, of renewable energy.” John Thune (SD). Lifetime LCV score of 11% (half of Susan Collins’s lifetime score).

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Renewable Energy Nuclear Power Biofuels Fossil Fuels 212