NRDC onEarth

MARCH 27, 2023

Gas rates are high and poised to get higher. States are running out of time to keep energy costs low with a managed gas transition.

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U.S. Green Technology

MARCH 7, 2023

The automotive industry has been rapidly evolving, and one of the most significant changes in recent years has been the rise of electric cars. With their many benefits, such as lower cost of ownership, environmentally-friendly nature, and smoother driving experience, electric cars are becoming increasingly popular among consumers worldwide. In this article, we will explore.

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GreenBiz

MARCH 3, 2023

When materials such as asbestos were put into use, lead was added to paint and gasoline and we discovered the properties of PVC, we didn’t know any better. Now we do, and it is time to start acting like it.

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Envirotec Magazine

MARCH 6, 2023

Researchers have reported an unexpected source of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in wastewater systems — toilet paper. The study in question appeared in a recent edition of ACS’ Environmental Science & Technology Letter s PFAS have been detected in many personal care products, such as cosmetics and cleansers, that people use every day and then wash down the drain.

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Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. ♻️ Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene

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Renew Economy

MARCH 1, 2023

Musk says world can dump fossil fuels and move to an electric economy, and save money and energy. "I'm shocked by how few people realise this." The post Musk says electric world that kicks out fossil fuels will cost less than combustion economy appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Charged

MARCH 24, 2023

Watt Electric Vehicle Company ( WEVC ), a manufacturer of low-to-medium-volume EVs, both under its own brand and for third parties, has revealed a new chassis-cab product that it says will “provide the foundation for next-generation electric light commercial vehicles.” The eCV1 uses the company’s PACES (Passenger And Commercial EV Skateboard) architecture, which has been developed to support commercial vehicle manufacturers, specialist vehicle converters and fleet operators.

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U.S. Green Technology

MARCH 7, 2023

Thinking about strategies to preserve energy in our daily lives is crucial in today’s world of rising energy bills and environmental concerns. Using energy-efficient products in our homes is one of the most efficient methods of doing this. Energy-efficient products, which range from lightbulbs to appliances, are made to consume less energy than their conventional.

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GreenBiz

MARCH 23, 2023

The organic movement forged a path for a federally recognized standard for food. Should regenerative follow its course?

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Impact Alpha

MARCH 1, 2023

ImpactAlpha, March 1 — Brooklyn-based climate tech venture BlocPower has raised $154 million in debt and equity funding to partner with municipalities in. The post BlocPower raises $154 million to decarbonize buildings in low-income neighborhoods appeared first on ImpactAlpha.

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Renew Economy

MARCH 15, 2023

The first stage of what will be the biggest solar farm in Australia - at least for the time being - has been officially opened near Uralla in NSW. The post Australia’s biggest solar farm powers up to help replace New South Wales coal appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Speaker: Ayesha Choudhury - Senior Vice President, Head of Capital Markets at Infinium

With the first wave of the energy transition, renewable energy sources (such as solar and wind) have begun replacing coal power generation. However, some sectors are lagging behind and struggling to decarbonize more than others, including large-scale transportation like commercial aviation, shipping, and rail transit. Electrofuels (aka eFuels) are the next generation of solutions to help the hardest-to-abate sectors pivot from their reliance on fossil fuels.

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Charged

MARCH 29, 2023

Lithium-ion battery manufacturer Amprius Technologies has signed a letter of intent to build a 775,000-square-foot facility in Brighton, Colorado. The factory is expected to be operational in 2025, and will be built in phases. The first phase will have an annual capacity of 500 MWh. Capacity could potentially be expanded to as much as 5 GWh within the initial footprint.

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NRDC onEarth

MARCH 16, 2023

Here’s why follow-through on a $100 billion–per–year climate finance promise, from collecting data to determining success, remains complex but critical.

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U.S. Green Technology

MARCH 13, 2023

As people grow ever more mindful of the negative implications of climate change, their interest in eco-friendly living also increases. Living sustainably is becoming more and more important, and landlords who emphasize green amenities in their apartment rentals are more likely to draw affluent, environmentally-conscious tenants. In the following article, we’ll explore five essential green.

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GreenBiz

MARCH 13, 2023

Amid the pushback, companies are staying the course but keeping their heads down.

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Speaker: Nik Gowing, Brenda Laurel, Sheridan Tatsuno, Archie Kasnet, and Bruce Armstrong Taylor

With 191 country signatories to the Paris Climate Agreement now hard at work in the race to zero carbon by 2050, much of the heavy lifting in ecosystem sustainability falls on the shoulders of the world's densely populated urban centers. This conversation considers how today's AI-enabled simulation media, such as AR/VR, can be effectively applied to accelerate learning, understanding, training, and solutions-modeling to sustainability planning and design.

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Grist

MARCH 27, 2023

As the world increasingly turns toward natural climate solutions like reforestation and grassland restoration to sequester carbon, it may be overlooking a crucial ally: animals. Protecting existing populations and restoring others to their natural habitats often improves the natural capture and sequestration of carbon dioxide within ecosystems, according to a study published today in the journal Nature Climate Change.

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Renew Economy

MARCH 15, 2023

We know the solution to the energy crisis, and it is not to pander to the demands of the war-profiteering, multinational gas cartel to create new supply. The post There is no “gas shortage,” just a shortage of ethics and integrity from gas cartel appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Charged

MARCH 30, 2023

Electric vehicles produce far lower greenhouse gas emissions over their lifecycles than legacy vehicles, and this fact has been demonstrated by dozens of studies over the past decade (regardless of what you might read on Facebook). EVs are also expected to deliver benefits in terms of human health, but this has not been extensively studied. Now a team of researchers from the Keck School of Medicine of USC have begun to document the actual respiratory impact of EV adoption in a study that uses re

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NRDC onEarth

MARCH 16, 2023

The victory at California’s Bruce’s Beach, improperly seized 100 years ago, has reignited the conversation around land restitution for Black Americans.

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Speaker: Bruce Armstrong Taylor, Co-Founder & Managing Director of SmartNations Foundation, Jimmy Jia, Venture Partner at Pi Labs, Fabienne Durand, Senior Advisor to the SmartNations Foundation, & Roger Strukhoff, Executive Director of the Tau Institute

The Climate 4.0 Economy. Climate change is here. We see it in many ways already. Weather catastrophes: Texas freezing over, the wildfires of California, the increasingly unpredictable violence and frequency of hurricanes, the rapid melting and disappearance of polar ice caps. Much more evidence all around us. What can we do in our corporate organizations, in our homes and communities, to change the current course?

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U.S. Green Technology

MARCH 8, 2023

Sustainability efforts are becoming increasingly important and prominent with industries across the country. Technology is leading the way in making these efforts easier and more approachable for everyone, including the manufacturing and transportation sectors. There’s no denying the environmental benefits of a sustainable company fleet. It can cut down on carbon emissions, boost greener efforts.

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Solar Power World

MARCH 3, 2023

A few years on, there is still uncertainty surrounding the solar supply chain. There are likely still modules tied up at shipping ports, and despite Inflation Reduction Act incentives to develop a larger domestic market for solar panels, it will still be some time before we experience it. That is not necessarily the case for… The post Solar Spotlight: Supporting the structural side of commercial solar appeared first on Solar Power World.

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Grist

MARCH 14, 2023

Droughts and floods are already intensifying as the world warms, putting solid observational data behind a trend scientists have long predicted and one that’s becoming increasingly visible to ordinary people. Over the past 20 years, there’s been a sharp increase in both the wettest and driest weather events on the planet, according to a study published Monday in the journal Nature Water.

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Renew Economy

MARCH 25, 2023

The NSW Coalition loss means Australia's best performing energy minister is no longer running the show. What does that mean for the state's transition from coal? The post Australia has just lost its best energy minister, lets hope Labor doesn’t trash his legacy appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Charged

MARCH 15, 2023

Sponsored by Rockwell Automation. Maximize production with smart, flexible solutions. Launching a connected battery Gigafactory is no small undertaking. And when you’re focused on setting up an environment to deliver enough power for the world’s growing volume of electric vehicles, you need to feel confident that you can meet demand through a smart and scalable production strategy that allows you to build growth from the start.

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NRDC onEarth

MARCH 30, 2023

Three writers counter despair and summon courage in facing the challenges of our warming world.

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U.S. Green Technology

MARCH 7, 2023

In the face of growing concerns about the environment, many individuals are seeking ways to reduce their carbon footprint and live a more eco-friendly lifestyle. One area where people can make a significant impact is in the way they choose to decorate their homes. One option that has been gaining popularity is reupholstering furniture. Not. The post Sustainable Home: How Reupholstering Furniture is Eco-Friendly appeared first on U.S.

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Energy Central

MARCH 22, 2023

Older climate activists gathered in cities around the country for a day of action targeting banks that finance fossil fuel projects. NYT BY CARA BUCKLEY, PUBLISHED MARCH 21, 2023 They were parents, grandparents, great-aunts and great-uncles, ranging in age from their 50s to their 80s and beyond, and together they braved frigid temperatures to protest all through the night.

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Impact Alpha

MARCH 29, 2023

The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank sent depositors fleeing into the arms of large “Systemically Important Banks,” even after the. The post How the U.S. can boost community financial institutions to counter bank consolidation and bridge racial wealth gaps appeared first on ImpactAlpha.

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Renew Economy

MARCH 30, 2023

Senate agrees to landmark inquiry into the impacts of greenwashing on both consumers and the environment, and how best to stop it. The post Greens establish Senate inquiry into greenwashing appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Charged

MARCH 8, 2023

The Tesla teardown is a staple of the EV literature. Teardown expert Sandy Munro has taken apart many a Tesla, with highly informative (and entertaining) results. Various legacy automakers have performed their own private teardowns—rumor has it that, when the Model 3 first appeared, a group of German automakers paid an enormous sum to have a couple of units shipped to Germany for their perusal.

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NRDC onEarth

MARCH 22, 2023

NRDC’s new report underscores the importance of wetlands to the health of our planet, its people, and its wildlife.

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Green Living Guy

MARCH 24, 2023

Are you running a green construction business in today’s competitive market? If so, keeping up with the latest tools and technologies is vital for success. Without the right resources, your project could take longer to finish and cost more. I mean than what was budgeted for. Fortunately, there are many innovative resources that can help […] The post 4 Useful Tools Every Good Green Construction Company Should Have appeared first on Electric Vehicle Consultants, Companies, Electric Car Exper

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Clean Energy Canada

MARCH 3, 2023

VANCOUVER — British Columbians overwhelmingly prefer the government to focus on developing renewable energy (64.0%) over LNG (18.2%), according to a new public opinion survey conducted by Stratcom for Clean Energy Canada. What’s more, clean energy has consistently been the preference of British Columbians for at least the past three years. Accordingly, more British Columbians (44.2%) would oppose LNG expansion if it causes B.C. to miss its climate targets than would support it in such a case (36

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Impact Alpha

MARCH 27, 2023

Austin, TX – Everything’s bigger in Texas. The same goes for the transition to a greener and cleaner economy. Texas already leads the U.S. The post Don’t mess with Texas’s lead in the low-carbon energy transition appeared first on ImpactAlpha.

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