Steve Hanley writes on the CleanTechnica website that the phrase “net zero” has been on the lips of every corporation, industry lobbyist, and politician, all promising they are working hard to do their part to avoid turning the planet we live on into a burnt cinder but understanding “net zero” is much more complicated and … Continue reading Latest study reveals is that governments and industry have taken the original concept of net zero and redefined it to the point where is it meaningless
New EEA assessment on Europe’s air quality health impact
Just under 240,000 deaths per year in the European Union can be attributed to exposure to fine particulate matter, a key air pollutant, according to the latest European Environment Agency (EEA) air quality health impact assessment published this week as the new EU rules enter into force. The latest data also confirm, yet again, that … Continue reading New EEA assessment on Europe’s air quality health impact
Energy in Demand News, December 8, 2024
How many times have we heard President-elect Donald Trump say: “We will drill, baby, drill.” It’s not clear that producers will fall in line. For the past six years, the US has already been the world’s largest producer of oil and natural gas, according to the Department of Energy’s Energy Information Administration, and produces about … Continue reading Energy in Demand News, December 8, 2024
Financiers warn net zero borrowing binges “risk fuelling boom and fust cycles”
Tim Wallace writes on the Telegraph website about warnings from the Institute of International Finance that nations could be forced to step up spending to stay on track with net zero targets. What are your views? Net zero borrowing binges ‘risk fuelling boom and bust cycles’ Net zero borrowing binges by governments risk fuelling … Continue reading Financiers warn net zero borrowing binges “risk fuelling boom and fust cycles”
New white paper on lessons learned from Danish experience to electrify industrial sites in the US
This white paper by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy presents findings and how to apply lessons learned from a June 2024 study trip to industrial electrification sites in Denmark. The authors of the white paper are Andrew Hoffmeiser, Richard Hart and Hellen Chen. Electrification of U.S. Industry: Applying Lessons from Denmark Key … Continue reading New white paper on lessons learned from Danish experience to electrify industrial sites in the US
Canada had some good words to say at COP29 but its actions don’t back them up
Bruce Campbell writes on the Policy Alternatives about Canada at the Baku summit. While it takes a positive attitude to the COP process, it has to be admitted that Canada is the world’s the fourth largest oil producing country and sixth largest producer of natural gas. It also had many lobbyists there representing the tar … Continue reading Canada had some good words to say at COP29 but its actions don’t back them up
Reflecting on Baku
Fiona Harvey, environmental editor of the Guardian, discusses some of the major issues that arose at COP29 in Baku. Fiona should know. She has attended 18 of the COPs. As she said, the Baku COP29 talks were marked by division and self-interest, with rancorous meddling right until the end. If you attended, what are your … Continue reading Reflecting on Baku
AI as a crucial tool in helping those in the energy industry navigate this deeply complex transition
This week, IEA organised a conference on AI and we hope to hear some of the results in coming days. In advance, we have an article on the Power Magazine website, Ray Rasmussen, managing principal of rGen Consulting, argues that embracing AI is not just an option but a necessity for a sustainable and efficient … Continue reading AI as a crucial tool in helping those in the energy industry navigate this deeply complex transition
New report on Energy as a Service
Research and Markets has published its new report on Energy as a Service. The global EaaS market is set to reach $115 billion by 2030, driven by sustainability goals, technological advancements, and customer-centric solutions. The "Energy as a Service Market Size and Forecast 2020-2030: Global and Regional Share, Trends, and Growth Opportunity Analysis by Service … Continue reading New report on Energy as a Service
Why net zero in aviation isn’t getting off the ground
Mark Toon, Senior Lecturer in Marketing and Strategy, Cardiff University writes on The Conversation website about the difficulty airlines are experiencing reach net zero emissions and the role of “jet zero” councils to help achieve future objectives. Jet zero? Why net zero in aviation can’t get off the ground The airline industry is on course … Continue reading Why net zero in aviation isn’t getting off the ground
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