DeSmog catalogues how oil and gas firms have forged ties with the highest levels of government, the media, and influential think tanks.
UK 2024 General Election – Mapped: The Tory network of climate denial and fossil fuel funding
The Swiss public gives the final nod to boosting renewable energy
Switzerland’s direct democracy allows citizens to shape policies, as seen in the recent support for a renewable energy law.
G7 pledge to accelerate the transition away from fossil fuels
By Anders Lorenzen The annual meeting of the world’s seven largest economies, G7, which this year is hosted in Italy has pledged to accelerate the transition away from fossil fuels. The meeting […]
A big boost to electric mobility and energy storage as sodium batteries enter production at scale
Critics argue the scarcity of lithium for electric mobility may soon change as Natron’s sodium batteries offer viable alternatives.
France sets ambitious offshore wind targets for 2035
France aims for 45 GW of offshore wind by 2050, increasing competition and innovation in Europe.
US 2024 Election: Coal’s share in the electricity mix is diminishing but is proving hard to break up with
The share of coal in US electricity dropped to 15%, lowest in 4 years due to policy and renewable energy growth.
Eco-friendly and cost-effective: Harnessing energy audits for business success
Energy audits are vital for businesses aiming for sustainability, cost reduction, and environmental stewardship. Registered auditors offer expertise, cost savings, and compliance.
US 2024 Election: Biden delivers solar announcement in Earth Day message
President Biden used Earth Day to emphasize his administration’s commitment to addressing climate change and investing in clean energy. He announced the ‘Solar for All’ program, offering $7 billion in grants for residential solar projects benefiting low-income households. Additionally, he launched the American Climate Corps to prepare young people for jobs in climate-related industries.
Viewpoint: Heating homes with supercomputers
Britain is home to a national supercomputer at the University of Edinburgh, generating significant waste heat. A new trial project will utilize this excess heat by storing it in a disused coal mine and using it to heat nearby homes, potentially heating around 5,000 local homes annually. This innovative approach could be replicated in various locations with flooded mines across Britain.
US 2024 Election: California to open one of the world’s largest energy storage plants
President Biden pushes climate agenda with a new clean energy project near Los Angeles featuring a battery plant that could be one of the world’s largest. The Nova Power Bank by Calpine promises to support California’s power grid during peak times and boost its renewable energy industry. The state aims to meet 50GW of battery storage by 2045.
A greener life, a greener world 