Targeted action is needed to better protect the poor, the elderly and children from environmental hazards like air and noise pollution and extreme temperatures, especially in Europe’s eastern and southern regions. A European Environment Agency (EEA) report published recently warns that the health of Europe’s most vulnerable citizens remains disproportionately affected by these hazards, despite … Continue reading New report from European Environment Agency on environmental hazards like air and noise pollution and extreme temperatures
A history lesson: “Narrating a richer past would lessen the shock of discovering that we are, after all, earthbound inhabitants of the only planet where life is known to exist.”
Amanda Power, Associate Professor in Medieval History at the University of Oxford provides a fascinating article on The Conversation website that challenges us to take a different view of history. It will be good to get the views of EiD readers. Climate change: narrate a history beyond the 'triumph of humanity' to find imaginative … Continue reading A history lesson: “Narrating a richer past would lessen the shock of discovering that we are, after all, earthbound inhabitants of the only planet where life is known to exist.”
Ireland has failed to do enough to transform the economy’s energy efficiency
According to one insulation company executive, Ireland is missing a golden opportunity, with the government dragging its heels over a planned climate action plan. John Mulligan explains in an article on the Irish Independent website. It would be good to hear from some of our Irish EiD readers if they agree. Ireland risks a … Continue reading Ireland has failed to do enough to transform the economy’s energy efficiency
Trump administration plans to roll back efficiency standards for light bulbs will cost Americans billions and pollute widely
There is always a push from different communities to reduce regulations. Maybe that is good, maybe not. When it comes to our energy performance standards, there is quite a cost if they are made less stringent. Igor Derysh writes on the Salon website about the potential impact if the Trump administration rolls back on efficiency … Continue reading Trump administration plans to roll back efficiency standards for light bulbs will cost Americans billions and pollute widely
Climate change was responsible for the majority of under-reported humanitarian disasters last year
There are concerns that the media has turned a blind eye to the people who live in the world’s poorest countries and who are most vulnerable to climate change. Arthur Neslen explains in an article in The Guardian. Climate change 'cause of most under-reported humanitarian crises' Climate change was responsible for the majority of … Continue reading Climate change was responsible for the majority of under-reported humanitarian disasters last year
January’s deep freeze in US confirms importance of energy storage
Dan Gearino writes on the Inside Climate News website about the impact of the recent deep freeze in the US Midwest. Energy analysts used power demand data from the Midwest’s January deep freeze and wind and solar conditions to find the gaps in an all-renewable power grid. 100% Renewable Energy Needs Lots of Storage. … Continue reading January’s deep freeze in US confirms importance of energy storage
California seeing a “boom” in construction of net zero energy buildings
We need leaders and, once again, California is leading the way to promote sustainable energy solutions. Tsvetana Paraskova writes on the Oilprice.com website about the construction of net zero energy buildings now underway in California. So, which country is leading in Europe? The Net-Zero Energy Housing Boom Is Starting Here California, which has ambitious … Continue reading California seeing a “boom” in construction of net zero energy buildings
Innovative approach to clean the filthy air in London’s Tube
A study released in January suggested spending an hour on the Tube was equivalent to spending a whole day standing by the side of a busy road. Solutions are never simple. Jessica Taylor writes on the Evening Standard website about a project supported by Imperial College London and the Royal College of Art to use … Continue reading Innovative approach to clean the filthy air in London’s Tube
A global network of former military leaders has been launched to drive policy on the security implications of climate change
It is encouraging to see a number of senior military leaders raising the security concerns about climate change. Borzou Daragahi explains in an article on The Independent website. From the US to the Netherlands, military leaders are speaking up on climate change When Tom Middendorp - then the highest ranking military official in the Dutch … Continue reading A global network of former military leaders has been launched to drive policy on the security implications of climate change
Most European companies have no target for reducing their greenhouse gas emissions
According to the annual Carbon Disclosure Project report, only one in three firms have climate goals set to go beyond 2025. Arthur Neslen explains in an article in The Guardian. How concerned should we be? Majority of European firms have no CO2 reduction targets Most European companies have no target for reducing their greenhouse … Continue reading Most European companies have no target for reducing their greenhouse gas emissions
