Uzbekistan's Groundbreaking Green Hydrogen-Wind Plant Paves the Way
Central Asia is making strides in combating climate change with the construction of its first green hydrogen-wind plant in Uzbekistan.
Biden Administration's Delay on Major Natural Gas Export Terminal
The Biden administration has hit the pause button on a critical decision regarding the approval of the largest natural gas export terminal in the United States.
Legal Battle Emerges Over $10 Billion Wind Power Transmission Line Through Arizona's Cultural Heartland
In a legal move, a federal judge is being urged to issue a halt on construction for a $10 billion transmission line that is intended to carry wind-generated electricity from a remote area in southeastern Arizona to customers as distant as California.
IMC Shifts to Hydrogen-Powered Trucks to Meet California Emissions Mandate
IMC, the leading US container transportation company, has placed an order for 50 Nikola fuel-cell trucks to replace its battery-electric vehicles following unsatisfactory results from two years of testing.
Port of Virginia Achieves 100% Clean Power
On New Year's Day, the Port of Virginia achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first U.S. East Coast seaport to operate entirely on 100% clean power, accomplishing its goal well ahead of the planned 2032 timeline.
Taking a Ride in Nikola's Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Truck
Nikola Corp. recently took its hydrogen fuel cell electric truck for a spin at CES 2024, and we got a firsthand look at what this regional hauler can do.
Offshore Wind Farm Project Terminated Due to Economic Challenges
Developers of the proposed offshore wind farm near Long Beach, Long Island, announced the termination of the Empire Wind 2 project due to economic challenges - including inflation, increased interest rates, and supply chain disruptions.
Bill Gates-Backed Wind Energy Startup Airloom Energy Unveils Revolutionary Technology
There is a new company on the block called Airloom Energy, a wind energy startup supported by Bill Gates.
2023 on Track to Break Hottest Year Record, 2024 Could Follow
2023 is likely to become the hottest year on record, with a more than 99% chance of surpassing the previous record holder, 2016, according to climate scientists.
Navigating the Winds of Change in the U.S. Offshore Wind Industry
The U.S. offshore wind industry is experiencing both challenges and progress in 2023.
Downslope Windstorm Is Possible Cause Behind America's Deadliest Wildfire in Maui
The Lahaina Fire on Maui, responsible for the deadliest wildfire in American history, was fueled by a downslope windstorm, debunking earlier links to nearby Hurricane Dora.
Concerns Mount as North Korea Suspected of Reactivating Nuclear Reactor
North Korea is suspected of starting operations at a light-water reactor in its Yongbyon nuclear complex, raising concerns that it may be aiming to produce plutonium for nuclear weapons.
U.S. Offshore Wind Industry Aims for Revival in 2024 Amidst Challenges
The U.S. offshore wind industry is looking to rebound in 2024 after a challenging year in 2023, marked by project cancellations and financial write-offs.
Paths to Decarbonize Key U.S. Economic Sectors Highlighted at COP28 as Global Fossil Fuel Transition Gains Momentum
COP28 in Dubai marked a historic moment as nations committed to transitioning away from fossil fuels to combat climate change.
Greta Thunberg Slams COP 28 Climate Deal as Inadequate to Prevent 1.5°C Temperature Rise
Greta Thunberg, the prominent climate activist, criticized the COP 28 climate deal reached in Dubai, stating that it is insufficient to prevent temperatures from rising above 1.5 degrees Celsius, which is considered a critical limit by scientists.
Global Agreement on Fossil Fuel Transition Falls Short of Full Phase-Out, but Marks Significant Progress
Government ministers from nearly 200 countries reached an agreement, known as the UAE Consensus, that calls for a transition away from fossil fuels.
Strong Climate Denial Groups at UN Climate Talks Spark Concerns
Over 160 industry groups, think tanks, and PR agencies with a history of climate denial have scored access to the UN climate talks in Dubai.
2010’s Hottest Decade on Record with Escalating Climate Change, WMO Report Reveals
The decade from 2011 to 2020 was the hottest ever recorded for both land and oceans, with a significant increase in climate change, according to a report by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) released at COP28 in Dubai.
Tesla, GM, and Others Join Forces to Track Global Greenhouse Gas Emissions with Climate TRACE Database
Tesla, GM, and other companies will use the Climate TRACE database from Al Gore's climate coalition, utilizing satellites and machine learning to monitor global greenhouse gas emissions.
UN Declares 2023 as Potentially Warmest Year on Record, Urges Climate Action at COP28
The United Nations has declared that 2023 is on track to be the warmest year on record, with global temperatures rising 1.4 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels