Accelerating Energy Transition in Global South through Risk Rethinking
Energy analysts Neshwin Rodrigues and Duttatreya Das from Ember have delved into the challenges hindering the acceleration of renewable energy adoption in the Global South. One major obstacle they have identified is the high...
France Bans PFAS ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Key Products
France Makes Historic Move to Ban PFAS 'Forever Chemicals' in Consumer GoodsIn a groundbreaking decision, the French Parliament recently passed a law targeting the restriction of toxic per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly known...
Solar Power: Escaping Trump’s Culture Wars
Solar Power: A Beacon of Hope Amidst Political TurbulenceIn the heart of the Midwest, Seamus Fitzgerald, the associate director of real estate at OneEnergy Renewables, navigates a diverse landscape of opinions surrounding solar power....
Chile’s Declining Forest: Concerns for Scientists and Conservation
Chile's Declining Forest: The Impact of Drought and Urban ExpansionAs a 10-year-old, Alberto Alaniz embarked on a school field trip to Río Clarillo National Park, a lush forest reserve near Chile's bustling capital. The...
Countries Gather in Rome for COP16 Biodiversity Conference
Countries from all corners of the globe have converged in Rome this week for the United Nations' 16th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (COP16). Their mission? To devise a...
Surviving the End: ‘Flow’ Film Shows Cat’s Perspective
In a world where disaster can strike unexpectedly, the animated film "Flow" challenges viewers to consider how they would respond in the face of adversity. Directed by Gints Zilbalodis on a modest budget of...
Environmental Justice Pioneer Reflects on Current Challenges
Environmental Justice Leader Ben Chavis Reflects on Decades of AdvocacyIn an illuminating interview with the Rev. Ben Chavis, a trailblazer in the realm of environmental justice, we delve into the roots of his activism...
Starbucks Locations Switching to Paper Cups for Sustainability
Starbucks Goes Green with Paper Cups: A Sustainable ChangeStarbucks customers nationwide were in for a surprise at the start of their week, finding their favorite iced beverages served in paper cups instead of the...
Germany’s Conservative Win: Limits on Climate Policy Changes
Germany's Conservative Victory: Impact on Climate PoliciesIn a surprising turn of events, the center-right Christian Democratic Union emerged victorious in the recent German general election, setting the stage for potential shifts in energy and...
Optimizing Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Shutdowns
The General Services Administration (GSA) has made a controversial decision to shut down its electric vehicle (EV) chargers, deeming them as "not mission critical." This unexpected move has sparked widespread confusion and concern among...
