The United Kingdom has just become the first major economy in the world to commit to reaching net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Although the UK already had a 2050 target to reduce emissions by 80%, which was agreed upon by MPs under the Climate Change Act in 2008, that target is … [Read more...] about Britain just committed to net zero emissions by 2050
Energy
IKEA is on a quest to bring energy to people with no access to power
In the world of positive news, IKEA’s name pops up quite often. Just last week, we wrote about a new line of IKEA homeware that is being made using waste straw from rice farmers in India who typically burn it, which contributes heavily to air pollution. And the week before, we … [Read more...] about IKEA is on a quest to bring energy to people with no access to power
Renewables can officially generate more power than coal in America
The clean energy revolution is on the verge of a tipping point. That’s the verdict at least after a new report found that the renewable energy sector had slightly more installed capacity than coal in April. That means US power plants can produce more energy from clean sources … [Read more...] about Renewables can officially generate more power than coal in America
Brits could soon sell their surplus of solar-generated electricity to suppliers
As the UK seeks to spur on the country’s transition towards greener resources of energy, a new government initiative could allow British homeowners with rooftop solar panels to lower their bills by selling their surplus energy to their supplier. Under the new laws, to be … [Read more...] about Brits could soon sell their surplus of solar-generated electricity to suppliers
For the first time India is investing more in solar than coal
India is home to the world's second largest population and uses more and more power as it grows in size and wealth. It's also the third largest national contributor to greenhouse gasses, after China and the U.S. This tells us that whatever is happening in India matters on a … [Read more...] about For the first time India is investing more in solar than coal
