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- Hydrogen industry growth lags behind U.S. climate targetsEnergy Secretary Jennifer Granholm highlights the slow growth of the clean hydrogen industry, posing challenges to achieving U.S. climate goals. Christian Robles and Carlos Anchondo report for E&E News. In short: A Department of Energy advisory committee warns that current growth rates in the hydrogen sector are insufficient for meeting 2050 net-zero emission targets. The […]
- Climate crisis fuels mosquito disease spread in Europe, expert arguesMosquito-borne diseases like malaria and dengue fever are increasing in Europe due to global warming, according to an expert.Helena Horton reports for The Guardian.In short:Prof. Rachel Lowe emphasizes the need for preparedness as warmer climates allow mosquitoes to inhabit new regions, potentially introducing diseases to immunologically naive populations.Dengue fever is spreading rapidly; the Asian tiger […]
- American solar firms request federal action against Asian competitorsAmerican solar manufacturers are calling for the U.S. government to impose measures against Asian countries allegedly dumping subsidized panels into the market, arguing this threatens the domestic industry.Evan Halper reports for The Washington Post.In short:U.S. manufacturers argue that solar panels subsidized by China, but manufactured in other Asian countries, are damaging the U.S. market.The petition […]
- US Southwestern tribes seek UN support as green energy project advances on their landsTribes in southwestern Arizona are reaching out to the United Nations for assistance after a U.S. court allowed a major green energy project to proceed through Indigenous lands. Taylar Dawn Stagner reports for Grist. In short: A U.S. judge denied Indigenous nations' plea to halt a $10 billion wind-transmission line under the name of SunZia […]
- Tesla's turbulent shift: Can Musk power through the transition?A recent analysis indicates Tesla, renowned for its electric vehicles, may be shifting focus from car manufacturing to becoming a key player in energy storage and electricity supply.Matteo Wong reports for The Atlantic.In short:Chinese competitor BYD surpassed Tesla as the biggest global seller of EVs. Other competitors like Ford, Hyundai and Rivian are also catching […]
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- New EPA rules close a ‘huge loophole’ on coal ash, forcing wide-scale cleanup, advocates sayA pair of new regulations finalized Thursday are expected to require cleanup of coal ash pollution at all known locations where the toxic byproduct has been dumped. New EPA rules close a ‘huge loophole’ on coal ash, forcing wide-scale cleanup, advocates say is an article from Energy News Network, a nonprofit news service covering the […]
- How should Georgia elect its utility regulators? The U.S. Supreme Court is asked to weigh inElections for the state's Public Service Commission have been on hold for years. How should Georgia elect its utility regulators? The U.S. Supreme Court is asked to weigh in is an article from Energy News Network, a nonprofit news service covering the clean energy transition. If you would like to support us please make a […]
- Critics: Duke Energy’s new N.C. green tariff proposal still falls shortThough backed by some large customers, the revised program won’t add significant carbon-free electrons to the grid, advocates say. Critics: Duke Energy’s new N.C. green tariff proposal still falls short is an article from Energy News Network, a nonprofit news service covering the clean energy transition. If you would like to support us please make […]
- Dominion battery pilot to provide hands-on training at historically Black university in VirginiaA standard in the aerospace industry, utilities are interested in metal-hydrogen technology because of its durability and slower discharge times relative to lithium-ion batteries. Dominion battery pilot to provide hands-on training at historically Black university in Virginia is an article from Energy News Network, a nonprofit news service covering the clean energy transition. If you […]
- Southeast utilities want to meet surging power demand with gas, not renewablesA manufacturing buildout is pushing up projected power demand, but critics say clean energy, batteries and grid-responsive data centers can handle the load. Southeast utilities want to meet surging power demand with gas, not renewables is an article from Energy News Network, a nonprofit news service covering the clean energy transition. If you would like […]
Recovery Diva
- New FEMA Report on Climate Adaptation Planning Guidance for Emergency ManagersNew FEMA Report: Climate Adaptation Planning Guidance for Emergency Managers.. (81 pp). The Climate Adaption Planning: Guidance for Emergency Managers (this guide) is intended to help state, local, tribal, and territorial (SLTT) emergency managers incorporate climate adaptation into emergency management … Continue reading →
- FEMA Has Spent $4B to Help Destroy Flood-Prone HomesFrom CMBC: Here’s why FEMA has spent about $4 billion to help destroy flood-prone homes The Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, has spent around $4 billion assisting in the purchase of about 45,000 to 50,000 damaged homes since 1989, … Continue reading →
- FEMA Grants For Flood ResilienceFrom Homeland Security Today: Biden-Harris Administration Offers $295 Million to Boost Community Resilience Against Climate Change. President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda to Fund States’ Abilities to Make Structures Safer and More Resilient FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell has announced that 16 … Continue reading →
- FEMA’s Individual Assistance Program, updateA Congressional Research Service Report: FEMA Individual Assistance Programs:An Overview. (21 pp)
- Google will Provide AI to the Military for Disaster ResponseFrom the WashPost: Google will provide AI to the military for disaster response. The National Guard will soon use the tech giant’s image-recognition AI to scan images of disaster zones and help prioritize its response.. “Spokespeople for both the DIU … Continue reading →
