climate change

Climate Impact on Renewables Could Mean Costlier Buildout
Researchers found that the renewable resources required to address climate change are themselves increasingly subject to the impacts of global warming.
Net-zero Targets Need Uniformity, Finance Experts Say
Bethany Gorham with Orion Energy Partners says net-zero planners need to set interim targets, set their scope and publish their plans.
US Lags Small Countries on Climate Innovation
The second day of President Biden’s virtual Leaders Summit on Climate highlighted the technological innovations other, smaller countries have achieved.
Energy Storage Hopes for ‘Christmas Present’ from Congress
Renewable and storage organization leaders at the Energy Storage Association’s annual conference were upbeat about Biden’s pledge to reduce emissions.
Outspoken Public Pushes for Duke to Lead on Climate
The N.C. Utilities Commission heard from locals dissatisfied with Duke Energy's IRPs, which include adding thousands of megawatts of natural gas resources.
Biden Commits US to Cutting GHG Emissions 50% by 2030
President Biden recommitted the U.S. to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions under the Paris Agreement, upping its target to 50% from 2005 levels by 2030.
Fossil Fuel Subsidies Debated in House Hearing
House Democrats called for repealing fossil fuel subsidies, while Republicans said it would threaten U.S. energy independence and hurt the economy.
Panelists Urge Inclusive Approach to FERC’s OPP
FERC heard from affected communities, landowners, consumer advocates and others on how to set up its new Office of Public Participation.
Rhode Island Makes 2050 Net-zero Target Legally Binding
Gov. Dan McKee has signed a law that commits Rhode Island to a 2050 net-zero emissions target and updates interim targets for 2030 and 2040.
Northeast Lends Voice to Global Climate and Equity Teach-in
Students worldwide participated in the Solve Climate by 2030 educational dialogue to learn about solutions for a just energy transition.

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