Charged

JULY 9, 2023

In a recent article for CleanTechnica , he discusses the latest edition of the US National Clean Hydrogen Strategy and Roadmap , a policy document that the DOE produces and updates periodically. As Barnard sees it, the wrong federal department is in charge of US hydrogen policy. Barnard isn’t having any.

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Smart Energy International

MARCH 21, 2022

Hydrogen is set to play a major role in the energy system but so far represents only a modest fraction of the energy mix and the majority of it is produced from fossil fuels. Renewable technology innovation: measuring progress – IRENA Ansaldo boss: ‘There’s a clear imbalance over who pays for the energy transition’.

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GreenTechMedia

DECEMBER 11, 2019

New European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen unveiled Europe's Green Deal on Wednesday, a package of 50 far-reaching policy ideas that are still missing many key details, calling it a "man on the moon moment" for Europe. This is Europe’s ‘man on the moon moment.

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Business Green

MARCH 10, 2023

The text, which has been approved by ministers from all 27 EU nations , states that the bloc will "systematically promote and call for a global move towards energy systems free of unabated fossil fuels well ahead of 2050", alongside pushing for a peak in fossil fuel consumption in the near term.

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Smart Energy International

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

The IEA has released its annual review of Hungary’s energy policy, stating that energy efficiency needs to be central in the coming years for the European country to reach its net zero targets, The Hungary 2022 Energy Policy Review states how Hungary has significantly increased its climate ambitions since the last review.

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Business Green

APRIL 5, 2022

The critical window for action to transform the plastics system across Europe in order to meet both circular economy and climate goals is narrowing, with a major ramp up in innovation, policy ambition, investment, and corporate cooperation urgently needed over the next five years.

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DeSmogBlog

JULY 12, 2023

The US-based organisation – which has links to a network of fossil fuel funded think tanks and advocacy groups – has opposed climate-friendly measures in Europe, such as the phase-out of petrol cars and green farming reforms, despite being removed from the lobby register over a year ago.

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Business Green

JUNE 22, 2022

Confidence is rapidly growing that fully decarbonising the power system across the UK and Europe can be achieved at no additional cost by 2035. It therefore argues such a vision should be at the core of government's policy plans as they strive to deliver on their goal of building a net zero emission continent by mid-century.

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The Verge: Energy

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Illustration by Hugo Herrera / The Verge The European Commission today recommended reducing carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuels by 90 percent by 2040 compared to 1990 levels. Dominic Eagleton, senior fossil fuels campaigner at the nonprofit Global Witness, said in a statement today.

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Smart Energy International

JANUARY 26, 2022

What steps are needed to drive climate innovation and make zero-emission technologies the most affordable, accessible and attractive choice? Kerry also commended India, the world’s third-largest emitter after the US, for committing to deploy 450GW of renewables capacity in the next ten years to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels.

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GreenBiz

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Thanks to converging forces — including supportive policies, dropping battery costs and aggressive climate goals — transportation leaders at large and small organizations are increasingly turning to new zero-emission and low-carbon options that decarbonize fleets and in some cases save money. The top 25 most sustainable fleets.

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Business Green

JANUARY 9, 2023

Innovation across the hydrogen industry is shifting in favour of low-emission solutions, according to a new joint study of hydrogen technology patents by the European Patent Office (EPO) and the International Energy Agency (IEA). The study also found that both of these regions saw significant growth in the past decade.

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Smart Energy International

DECEMBER 20, 2023

From thought-provoking discussions to cutting-edge innovations, we’ve got the inside scoop on the most buzz-worthy topics that took centre stage at this electrifying event. However, inconsistent policies, regulatory uncertainties, and inadequate market mechanisms can impede progress.

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Smart Energy International

OCTOBER 24, 2023

The report also highlights the importance of increasing levels of lower-emissions technologies for seasonal variations, including hydropower, nuclear, fossil fuels with carbon capture, utilisation and storage, bioenergy, hydrogen and ammonia. Two years ago, the corresponding figure was 12%.

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Smart Energy International

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

The IEA’s recent report on Electricity grids and secure energy transitions presenting a global stocktake came under the spotlight at Enlit Europe 2023. The grids are the backbone of the energy transition,” said Marianne Laigneau, CEO of Enedis, in the opening keynote at Enlit Europe 2023.

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Clean Energy Canada

AUGUST 19, 2021

government’s recently released hydrogen strategy—a thoughtful plan to create and use clean hydrogen—contains an implicit acknowledgement: the world is moving away from fossil fuels and toward low-carbon alternatives. Globally, new renewable power generation was cheaper than the cheapest new fossil fuel option 62% of the time last year.

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Smart Energy International

JANUARY 18, 2024

Europe’s DSO labour and skills shortages identified Emma Pinchbeck: ‘We need an energy workforce that looks like the population we serve’ “As the world emerges from COP with a clear focus on phasing out fossil fuels, as well as tripling renewables in six years, every company in every sector is fully aware that change is coming fast.”

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Business Green

MARCH 29, 2023

Moreover, the technology results in more air pollution than EVs or fuel cell vehicles and environmental campaigners are fearful that allowing manufacturers to continue to produce ICE vehicles could leave the door open for the continued use of fossil fuels.

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DeSmogBlog

AUGUST 4, 2023

He was also formerly an adviser to Consumer Choice Center – a US-based pressure group with links to the Koch fossil fuel empire that has come under fire for advocating against green reforms in the EU without being registered as a lobbying firm. Climate change will disproportionately affect young people.

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Hydrogen Fuel News

MARCH 7, 2024

ZeroAvia: A Front-runner in Hydrogen Propulsion Innovation ZeroAvia, positioned at the forefront of hydrogen propulsion innovation, has been tasked with a mission crucial to future air travel. It showcases tangible progress towards a Jet Zero future and the vital role innovation plays in reducing aviation’s ecological impact.

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DeSmogBlog

MAY 19, 2021

Emeritus Fellow Professor Peter Dobson has defended his decision to accept a position on the Global Warming Policy Foundation (GWPF)’s academic advisory council, just weeks after his colleague Professor Peter Edwards joined the organisation as trustee. Fossil Fuel Ties.

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GreenBiz

JUNE 9, 2021

These Scope 3 emissions often are seen as the third rail of climate policy. An industry-supported roadmap also can help the finance community understand what sorts of investments it needs to make, and it can help governments develop supportive policy, Hight said. The policy levers. Needed: Business model innovation.

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GreenTechMedia

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

The initial 50 MW phase will produce 9,000 tons of green hydrogen per year, enough to displace 20 percent of the refinery’s existing fossil-fuel derived hydrogen. BP and Ørsted have applied for funding from the EU Innovation Fund to support the Lingen project. The fund will distribute €10 billion ($11.8

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Business Green

JULY 18, 2022

As demand for fossil-fuel free heating grows, policymakers and industry need to work together to prep the installation workforce for a major roll out of electric heat pumps, writes Panasonic's Enrique Vilamitjana. Across the UK and Europe, government strategies for heating and energy supply aim to drive decarbonisation.

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Envirotec Magazine

MARCH 8, 2021

The North of Scotland Hydrogen Programme aims to develop a state-of-the-art hub in the Cromarty Firth to produce, store and distribute hydrogen to the region, Scotland, other parts of the UK and Europe. One of its projects will provide distilleries in the region with hydrogen. Image credit: Scottish Power.

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Business Green

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Partner Insight: Climate innovation offers an enormous opportunity to build economic models and individual company advantage for the long term – beyond what is achievable through new technologies, according to Boston Consulting Group. Meanwhile, Finnish oil refiner Neste has pivoted from fossil fuels to develop renewable fuels and chemicals.

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GreenTechMedia

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

“I think 55 percent is a very positive step for Europe and honestly, it would have been unbelievable just a year ago,” she told GTM in an interview. In terms of total energy demand, renewables will have to reach 38-40 percent compared to the 33 percent expected under current policies.

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Smart Energy International

OCTOBER 28, 2022

In addition to raising expected energy-lending volumes for the next five years to unprecedented levels, the EIB’s board of directors also adopted a series of technical and policy measures aimed at accelerating the pace and maximising the impact of the new investment.

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GreenBiz

MAY 29, 2020

In this specific case, circular principles provide credible solutions: design and product policy factors such as repairability , reusability and potential for remanufacturing offer considerable opportunities in resilience (stock availability) and competitiveness. Policy & Politics. Pull Quote. Circular Economy. Risk & Resilience.

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Business Green

MAY 27, 2022

The document sets out G7 countries' ambition to deliver near-zero carbon electricity grids by 2035, citing the need to respond to climate scientists' calls for a drastic reduction in fossil fuel demand so as to stabilise global temperatures. We also have the G7's first coal phase-out goal and endorsement of the Glasgow Breakthroughs.".

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Renewable Energy World

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

When we think about innovation in renewable energy, it’s easy to assume that the materials and breakthroughs of human design hold the greatest potential to power the green revolution. So in renewables, innovation may in fact rely on rediscovery. And in many ways, we have fossil fuels to thank for it.

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DeSmogBlog

JANUARY 3, 2023

Salmon is fed on other fish — small, oily, and nutritious pelagic species — which are harvested by the tonne off the West African coastline and pulverized into fishmeal and fish oil for export to Europe and Asia. In 2023, DeSmog will be looking more into the aquaculture industry, its impacts, and where it seeks to influence policy.

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Business Green

JUNE 18, 2020

A well thought-through EU recovery programme can shift financial flows away from unsustainable, fossil-fuel based economies, restoring economic activity and accelerating the shift to a sustainable economy. Investing in clean industrial innovation can help to renew Europe's industrial base and secure its future competitiveness.

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The Environmental Blog

AUGUST 24, 2023

The use of innovative techniques and technologies like precision feeding and climate-controlled poultry houses help streamline operations. Innovative water management practices ensure the efficient use of this precious resource. Techniques like rainwater harvesting and water recycling systems have been introduced.

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Smart Energy International

APRIL 4, 2024

Smart Energy Solutions (SMS) has begun laboratory testing of Interoperable Demand Side Response (IDSR) solutions as part of the UK Government’s Flexibility Innovation Programme. Funded by the Government’s £1 billion ($1.3

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Business Green

APRIL 7, 2021

Governments around the world which moved swiftly to control the spread of the virus last year, such as New Zealand and South Korea, have all reaped the benefits of better economic and public health outcomes compared to those which did not, including the USA and parts of Europe.

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Business Green

DECEMBER 24, 2021

Offshore wind energy powerhouse Orsted demonstrates that a pivot away from fossil fuels is possible. Within 10 years, Ørsted has transformed from a conventional energy company reliant on fossil fuels for 85 per cent of its revenues to a renewable energy powerhouse, with 85 per cent of revenues coming from non-fossil sources.

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