“There are no valid economic arguments against rapidly shifting from burning polluting fossil fuels to cleaner energy sources”

In an article on the Common Dreams website, David Suzuki, an award-winning geneticist and broadcaster, co-founded the David Suzuki Foundation, a science-based non-profit environmental organization headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia provides a strong argument about the economic case for a rapid clean energy transition. What are your views. It's Ridiculous Just How Good the … Continue reading “There are no valid economic arguments against rapidly shifting from burning polluting fossil fuels to cleaner energy sources” →

Research that wind and solar projects will be more cost effective than hydropower by 2030 in Africa

In an article on The Conversation website, Angelo Carlino, Postdoctoral Fellow, Carnegie Science; Andrea Castelletti, Full Professor, Natural Resources Management and Environmental Systems Analysis, Polytechnic University of Milan, Polytechnic University of Milan; and Rafael Schmitt, Lead Scientist, Natural Capital Project, Stanford University write about why Africa should put much more focus on solar and wind … Continue reading Research that wind and solar projects will be more cost effective than hydropower by 2030 in Africa →

Blog by Jane Marsh: Coal transition can only occur through energy diversification

Coal miners feel antiquated in light of the renewable revolution, yet the fossil fuel still accounts for a significant portion of the world’s energy consumption. The only way to ensure coal’s exit is to diversify energy assets. A smooth shift analyzes the modern coal landscape, workers and legislation. Overcoming challenges while introducing varied alternatives is … Continue reading Blog by Jane Marsh: Coal transition can only occur through energy diversification →

Energy in Demand News, April 28, 2024

Economic damage from natural catastrophes is raising concern that some areas could be rendered uninsurable, according to Petra Hielkema, head of the European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (Eiopa), quoted in the Financial Times (behind a paywall). “The EU suffered more than €50bn in economic losses from natural catastrophes in both 2021 and 2022, according … Continue reading Energy in Demand News, April 28, 2024 →

Global Stocktaking on Sustainable Energy (SDG7)

The Earth Negotiations Bulletin (ENB) from the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) reports on United Nations environment and development negotiations. The following is its report on global stocktaking concerning Sustainable Development Goal 7. Achieving access to affordable and clean energy for all (SDG7) is considered indispensable to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, and is, … Continue reading Global Stocktaking on Sustainable Energy (SDG7) →

Energy in Demand News, April 21, 2024

Is it two steps forward and one step back or the reverse. The climate and energy transition is underway. The question is what way? This week in an article on the Financial Times (behind a paywall), the global financial services company J P Morgan said that the world needs a “reality check” on its move … Continue reading Energy in Demand News, April 21, 2024 →

Energy in Demand News, March 24, 2024

"The state of the climate in 2023 gave ominous new significance to the phrase ‘off the charts.'" That quote introduced the World Meteorological Organization’s latest annual report. It confirms that 2023 was the hottest year on record by a clear margin. Records were broken for ocean heat, sea level rise, Antarctic sea ice loss and … Continue reading Energy in Demand News, March 24, 2024 →

New atlas of unburnable oil for supply-side climate policies

Jess Thomson writes on the Newsweek website about a map that shows oil that must be left alone. The selection of the resources that need to stay under the ground compared with those that can be extracted is a crucial step on the way to imagining and constructing an effective international system to leave a … Continue reading New atlas of unburnable oil for supply-side climate policies →

Blog by Jane Marsh: What You Need to Know About the World’s First Sustainable Gas Pipeline

The global energy landscape is swiftly pivoting toward sustainable solutions, aiming to reduce carbon footprints and combat climate change. Launching the world’s first sustainable gas pipeline is a landmark achievement in this transformative era. This pioneering project underscores France’s commitment to green energy and sets a new benchmark for the global energy sector. The Need … Continue reading Blog by Jane Marsh: What You Need to Know About the World’s First Sustainable Gas Pipeline →

Rats leaving a sinking ship: how the European Energy Charter helped energy efficiency

In an article in the March issue of Energy in Buildings & Industry, Andrew Warren, Chairman of the British Energy Efficiency Federation, looks at the evolution of the international Energy Charter Treaty and why the UK government has decided to withdraw from its obligations. Is the Energy Charter Treaty a sinking ship? Later this … Continue reading Rats leaving a sinking ship: how the European Energy Charter helped energy efficiency →