Union of Concerned Scientists

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Batteries can also be used to assist with peak electricity demand; currently instead of batteries, fossil fuel-powered “peaker plants” are often used to supply energy during high-demand periods. Despite being used infrequently, these plants are inefficient and highly polluting, and contribute to US carbon emissions.

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Wind Power Renewable Energy Electricity Clean Energy 298

E2 Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

11, 2023, the City Planning Commission approved amendments to the New York City Zoning Resolution, called “City of Yes for Carbon Neutrality,” proposed by Mayor Adams’ administration to advance the city’s climate goals, including an 80% reduction in carbon emissions by 2050.

Renewable Energy 105

Renewable Energy Electricity Carbon Emissions Recycling 105

Cresforum

MARCH 10, 2022

Records were broken for renewable power, battery storage and sustainable transportation. And while emissions have slightly risen, the U.S. In 2021, solar and wind power were built at a record pace due to surging demand by companies, households and sound economics. All this new clean energy means that as the U.S.

Clean Energy 40

Clean Energy Natural Gas Greenhouse 2020 40

Union of Concerned Scientists

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Acknowledging that the United States is a leading contributor to carbon emissions, the Biden administration has committed to cutting US emissions 50 to 52 percent below 2005 levels by 2030. See more on these issues in these recent UCS blogs ).

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Electricity Fossil Fuels Solar Power 2030 357

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 17, 2024

Doug Tallamy April 11 - Nature's Best Hope, A New Approach To Conservation That Starts In Your Yard [PaEN] -- PA Interfaith Power & Light: National Faith + Climate Online Forum Set For April 16 ; In-Person Watch Party -- Penn State Extension, Partners Host April 16 Online Mini-Workshop - Choosing Native Plants [PaEN] -- Penn State Extension, Partners (..)

Natural Gas 85

Natural Gas Electricity Recycling Waste 85

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 9, 2022

In 2021 [PaEN] -- Scranton Times Editorial: At Least Pick Low-Hanging Fruit To Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions -- Inquirer - Andrew Maykuth: Why PA Natural Gas Might Not Be Poised To Come To Europe’s Rescue -- PA Insurance Dept.,

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Natural Gas Greenhouse Wind Power Electricity 62