The Chinese government has recognized that the resource intensity of its economy is not sustainable economically or environmentally, and it is increasingly encouraging growth driven by efficiency gains, technological innovation, and renewable energy.
Obama’s visit with Indian Prime Minister Modi results in clean energy agreement
What is the Clean Power Plan and why does it matter?
During the upcoming meeting between German Chancellor Angela Merkel and President Obama – taking place this Monday at the White House –the leaders are expected to emphasize their mutual and continued commitment to action on climate change and the development of clean energy technology.
MCUP advances energy equity in Black and Indigenous communities by training women in clean energy contracting and project management.
A survey of 532 registered South Carolina voters on energy burden and support for expanding clean energy in the state.
A survey of 1,984 registered U.S. voters on support for stimulus funding for water programs and concerns about water pollution, as well as opinions on a United States-China partnership on clean energy and climate change.
Carbon emissions fall as China invests heavily in clean energy
On Sunday, December 14, 2014, UN climate negotiations closed in Lima, Peru with negotiators agreeing to text that will form the basis for a new international agreement expected next year in Paris. The Lima decision sets the foundation for a Paris agreement that can move the world closer to a clean energy pathway that avoids catastrophic impacts of global warming.
The majority of U.S. coastal county residents support offshore wind development, according to a new poll released today by Climate Nexus and Turn Forward.
Marine scientists have affirmed that there have been no instances of whale deaths that could be credibly linked to U.S. offshore wind development. But anti-offshore wind actors with documented ties to the oil & gas industry has been swift to exploit these tragedies to halt offshore wind and protect fossil fuel profits.
PJC organizes not-for-profit electric co-ops around Montgomery to avoid monopolized utility and grow constituency around energy and environmental justice.
COP28 Storylines Last updated: November 20, 2023 The United Arab Emirates will host the 28th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP28) in Dubai, from Thursday, Nov 30 to Tuesday, Dec 12, 2023. Global leaders, environmental advocates, the private …
Background: Climate finance is a cornerstone in the global response to climate change, essential for mitigation efforts to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions and adaptation measures that prepare communities for the effects of a changing climate. The challenge is immense: achieving …
Background: COP28 is set to take a groundbreaking step by integrating health as a core theme of climate discussions. Recognizing the severe and direct impact of climate change on global health, COP28 has dedicated December 3rd as Health Day. This …
Despite the short-term concerns, the offshore wind sector is well positioned to weather the challenges and come out delivering affordable, reliable energy along with myriad climate, health, and economic benefits as the U.S. industry matures.
SPOTLIGHT Three-quarters of the largest publicly traded companies should not encounter additional compliance costs from disclosing their greenhouse gas emissions under the upcoming Securities and Exchange Commission climate financial risk disclosure rules, according to a new report from The Sierra Club, Public Citizen and …
SPOTLIGHT Expanded labor strikes in the auto industry are driving Republican attacks on President Biden’s climate agenda. While Donald Trump accused Biden of sending autoworkers to the unemployment lines, other candidates focused on the strikes in the second Republican primary debate, and some GOP …
SPOTLIGHT Asset managers are having a tough time selling funds in Europe that aren’t ESG-registered. The European Union’s Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) has spurred 3.4 times more client flows into ESG categories compared to non-ESG funds, according to a study by …