Monday, February 3, 2025

Tag: renewable energy

Germany to shut down its last remaining nuclear reactors

Germany’s decision comes as it is trying to phase out coal, which still generates a third of its electricity, by 2038 at the latest

Red states lead U.S. in wind and solar power production, study...

Despite climate action often being frustrated by Republican leaders in Congress and at the local level, states with Republican governors and a majority of Republican state legislators are leading the nation in solar and wind.

How bioenergy causes air pollution: The dark side of renewable energy

On the ground, burning biomass contributes to many air pollution impacts.

54% of new electric-generating capacity in U.S. will be solar in...

Texas will be home to the highest amount of new solar capacity at 7.7 gigawatts, followed by California at 4.2 gigawatts.

99% of US coal plants cost more to run than replace...

“There’s a huge opportunity here to invest in coal communities, build local economic resilience and save money in the process.”

Largest fossil fuel plant in New York City could become nation’s...

“The repowering of Ravenswood with offshore wind is a community-driven approach to invest in a disadvantaged community and support New York in meeting its clean energy and economic goals.”

Open letter from scientists to world leaders: Stop using bioenergy from...

“The best thing for the climate and biodiversity is to leave forests standing—and biomass energy does the opposite.”

USPS announces electrification of mail truck fleet

New electric mail trucks are expected to begin servicing postal routes in late 2023.

Despite climate warnings, coal use reaching record highs in 2022: IEA

“Government policies will be key to ensuring a secure and sustainable path forward.”

Pipeline company wants to quietly expand gas shipments in the Pacific...

TC Energy’s upgrade of its GTN XPress pipeline would result in a huge increase in methane gas volumes to the region. But it would undermine climate laws already on the books.

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Tesla paid zero federal income tax in 2024 while GOP pushes more corporate tax...

Musk’s trillion-dollar company paid nothing in federal taxes while working Americans foot the bill.

Nationwide protests erupt against Trump’s inauguration amid fears of far-right agenda

Nationwide protests amplify voices against policies threatening marginalized communities.

To pay for Trump tax cuts, House GOP floats plan to slash benefits for...

Now congressional Republicans have the job of figuring out which of those cuts to propose into law.

Musk’s power grab: How DOGE’s access to treasury payment systems threatens social security and...

Elon Musk’s unelected control over federal funds raises alarms about potential corruption, benefit cuts, and partisan manipulation of government resources.

The opposition can’t allow itself to be distracted by shiny objects

But because time and resources are limited, we have to be smart in how we fight against Trump and the Republican Party this time around.