China will discontinue fixed pricing for renewable energy, shifting to market-determined rates. This change aims to reflect market dynamics, enhance efficiency, and stimulate investment in ancillary services by June.
Environmental blog with a focus on climate change.
China will discontinue fixed pricing for renewable energy, shifting to market-determined rates. This change aims to reflect market dynamics, enhance efficiency, and stimulate investment in ancillary services by June.
Research shows vertical farming, driven by fresh vegetable demand and climate change, is set to grow to $6.46 billion by 2027, employing techniques like hydroponics and addressing arable land declines.
Research by BloombergNEF reveals ongoing declines in clean energy technology costs globally, driven by China. Wind, solar, and battery prices are predicted to drop significantly through 2035, enhancing market viability.
Ayana Elizabeth Johnson’s book emphasizes finding personal contributions to climate action beyond traditional activism, using a ‘climate venn’ to identify the intersection of skills, satisfaction, and necessary work.
The proposed third runway at Heathrow has ignited controversy amid aviation growth and environmental concerns. Despite subsidies, many argue for equitable competition with trains, advocating policy changes for sustainability.
In 2024, clean energy investments hit $2.1 trillion, marking an 11% growth. Key areas included electrified transport and renewable energy, but emerging technologies faced declines due to risks. China led investments.
Mission 300 aims to provide electricity to 300 million Africans by 2030 through bold reforms, investments, and collaboration, leveraging renewables to enhance living standards and empower communities.
The Inflation Reduction Act represents a significant achievement for Biden’s climate agenda, but its long-term viability against Republican opposition remains uncertain. Biden’s communication shortcomings and conflicting priorities hindered broader climate action.
The EIA predicts solar power will drive US electricity growth, adding significant capacity while coal retirements continue increasing in coming years.
The post discusses gravity’s role in energy storage, highlighting pumped hydro’s dominance and emerging technologies like Energy Vault, which uses heavy blocks instead of water for renewable energy management.