It is always good for us to learn about new studies that provide important results about the impact of our low carbon energy transition. Elizabeth Perry writes on the workandclimatechangereport.org website about two important new studies from Canada. Let us know what you think of these studies. With progressive policies, Canada’s clean energy sector … Continue reading Two new studies about the potential for economic growth in the clean energy sector
Seven facts about financing efficiency projects outline what to know when budgeting for energy solutions
Adam Fairbanks, CEO of a firm dedicated to providing cost-effective retrofit solutions for its commercial and industrial clients in the US writes on the Facility Executive website about seven facts about financing energy efficiency projects. Do you agree? 7 Facts About Financing Energy Efficiency Projects Facilities need energy efficiency; this is no longer a … Continue reading Seven facts about financing efficiency projects outline what to know when budgeting for energy solutions
More microgrids installed in Western Australia
The low carbon energy transition in Australia is bringing interesting results. In parts of Western Australia, transmission lines are being removed and microgrids are replacing them. This is due to the boost from renewable energy and battery storage. Steve Hanley explains in an article on the CleanTechnica website. Western Australia Utility Removing Poles & … Continue reading More microgrids installed in Western Australia
Increasing concern about “SUV insanity” in our cities
For many reasons, there is increasing attention being given to congestion and air pollution in our cities due to traffic. While, in many cities there has been a trend towards smaller vehicles, increasingly there are growing numbers of sports utility vehicles (SUVs). In Europe, sales of SUVs leaped from 7% of the market in 2009 … Continue reading Increasing concern about “SUV insanity” in our cities
New report on sustainable finance commitments by private sector banks
The World Resources Institute has recently published a technical note interpreting the sustainable finance commitments of private sector banks. Unpacking Green Targets: A Framework for Interpreting Private Sector Banks’ Sustainable Finance Commitments by Ariel Pinchot, Ichiro Sato, Giulia Christianson and Lihuan Zhou - October 2019 Private sector banks are facing political, market, and societal … Continue reading New report on sustainable finance commitments by private sector banks
Latest update on climate finance for adaptation
The SDG Knowledge Hub of the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) provides the recent update on climate finance for adaptation compiled by Beate Antonich. Adaptation Finance Update: Global Commission Catalyzes Financial Resources for Action In September, the UN Secretary-General’s Climate Action Summit highlighted the need to accelerate climate change adaptation solutions. To this … Continue reading Latest update on climate finance for adaptation
Many shipping companies have rigged their vessels with “cheat devices” that circumvent new environmental legislation
Greed is obviously so powerful that companies are willing to cheat by circumventing legislation. Will Crisp writes on the Independent website about what is happening in the global shipping industry. Thousands of ships fitted with ‘cheat devices’ to divert poisonous pollution into sea Global shipping companies have spent millions rigging vessels with “cheat devices” … Continue reading Many shipping companies have rigged their vessels with “cheat devices” that circumvent new environmental legislation
Is there a need for a new permanent institutional arrangement to lead actions on climate change?
Keston K Perry provides his opinions in an article on The Guardian website about the need for an IMF-type organisation to lead actions on climate change. The IMF was created after the crisis of the Second World War. Now he argues that we are facing a climate crisis and a similar global approach is needed. … Continue reading Is there a need for a new permanent institutional arrangement to lead actions on climate change?
IEA in new drive to increase rate of energy intensity improvements
Undoubtedly, if we are to accelerate the low carbon energy transition, we need organisations such as the International Energy Agency to play a lead role. Last week, EiD had a post raising concerns about its modelling and we are looking forward to what it next presents in the upcoming World Energy Outlook. Recently, the IEA … Continue reading IEA in new drive to increase rate of energy intensity improvements
New Ecodesign measures: adding new energy savings to reach 2030 target
The European Commission recently adopted new Ecodesign measures for 10 product groups. For the first time, the measures include requirements for repairability and recyclability, contributing to circular economy objectives by improving the life span, maintenance, re-use, upgrade, recyclability and waste handling of appliances. Industry, environmental and consumer groups welcomed these new requirements. The Commission has … Continue reading New Ecodesign measures: adding new energy savings to reach 2030 target
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