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New US Water Heating Standards Could Save 500 Million Tonnes of CO2
For the first time in two decades, American homes may face updated water heating standards. A move that aims to lower utility bills and...
Constant Tedder
Aug 30, 20232 min read
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Global Fossil Fuel Subsidies Hit Record $7tn in 2022, Says IMF
Subsidies for coal, oil, and gas were equivalent to 7.1% of GDP, surpassing spending on education, a new IMF report estimates. — Fossil...
Constant Tedder
Aug 25, 20232 min read
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G20 Countries Invested More Than $1tn In Fossil Fuels in 2022 Despite Pledges to Phase Out Subsidies
At COP26, G20 countries had agreed to accelerate efforts to phase out subsidies for planet-warming fossil fuels “over the medium term.” —...
Constant Tedder
Aug 24, 20233 min read
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16 Ted Talks on Climate Change to Watch in 2023
Since 1984, the nonprofit organisation TED has been devoted to spreading ideas, usually in the form of short, powerful talks that cover...
Constant Tedder
Aug 9, 202311 min read
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How Can Procedural Injustices of Hydropower Development in Brazil Be Addressed Through a Policy Mix?
The construction of large hydroelectric dams such as Brazil’s Belo Monte Dam is often overshadowed by procedural injustice, with...
Constant Tedder
Jul 27, 20235 min read
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3 Climate Technology Developments in Asia
Climate technology (or clean tech) has been around for a while. In its nascent stages of development, many companies have integrated this...
Constant Tedder
Jul 26, 20234 min read
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Texas Energy Crisis: Why Is the State’s Power Grid So Fragile?
From its cowboy culture to country music, Texas is a state full of wonders even to the international eye. However, the state has recently...
Constant Tedder
Jul 20, 20234 min read
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What Role Does Nuclear Energy Play in the Race to Net Zero?
As countries race to reach net-zero emissions and stave off climate change, nuclear energy is poised to play a vital role in...
Constant Tedder
Jul 19, 20238 min read
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The Green Dilemma: Can AI Fulfil Its Potential Without Harming the Environment?
As the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to fuel innovation, concerns are rising about its negative impact...
Constant Tedder
Jul 19, 20235 min read
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Will We Ever Be Able to Go Without Fossil Fuels?
Global efforts to reverse climate change are impressive. People around the world are making great strides toward reducing global...
Constant Tedder
Jul 5, 20236 min read
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China On Track to Meet Clean Energy Target Five Years Ahead of Schedule: Study
Record-breaking renewable energy deployment in recent years has put China on track to reach its 2030 clean energy target in two years’...
Constant Tedder
Jul 3, 20232 min read
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Planetary Health: Measuring and Managing Planetary Biomarkers
Ram Ramprasad makes a strong case that planetary wealth can only be created by addressing planetary health. He suggests complementing...
Constant Tedder
Jun 28, 20236 min read
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UN Chief Blasts Fossil Fuel Industry, Calls for Exit Strategy
Following a disappointing end to the critical climate summit in Bonn last week, UN head António Guterres said the fossil fuel industry is...
Constant Tedder
Jun 19, 20233 min read
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Puerto Rican Organisations Blast Public Electric Utility PREPA Bankruptcy Plan
A plan to restructure Puerto Rico’s Electric Power Authority’s (PREPA) debt risks increasing energy prices and forcing Puerto Ricans to...
Constant Tedder
Jun 14, 20232 min read
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Understanding the Energy Crisis in South Africa
South Africa is currently grappling with its most severe energy crisis, marked by frequent and extended blackouts that can last up to 10...
Constant Tedder
Jun 14, 20234 min read
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Debt Ceiling Deal Clears Way for $6.6bn Mountain Valley Pipeline
The Mountain Valley Pipeline, a controversial natural gas pipeline, has received the required permits and authorisations following the...
Constant Tedder
Jun 7, 20233 min read
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3 Challenges to South Africa’s Clean Energy Transition
A clean energy transition is not an easy task for many African nations. Country-specific narratives are crucial to a comprehensive...
Constant Tedder
Jun 3, 20234 min read
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Week in Review: Top Climate News for May 20-June 2
This weekly round-up brings you key climate news from the past seven days, including a worrisome study on planetary boundaries and the...
Constant Tedder
Jun 3, 20234 min read
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South Africa Considers Burning Heavy Fuel Oil to Ease Record Load-Shedding Levels
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa is under mounting pressure to ease the load-shedding emergency. The country is currently in the...
Constant Tedder
Jun 2, 20232 min read
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Clean Energy Investments to Exceed Fossil Fuels For First Time, IEA Says
According to a new analysis, clean energy investments will reach $1 trillion this year, compared to about $1 trillion to finance fossil...
Constant Tedder
May 29, 20232 min read
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