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BP solar chief forecasts global clean energy renaissance
BP solar chief forecasts global clean energy renaissance A new paradigm of ‘planetary ecology’ might emerge after 2050 Published as part of the launch of the new beta platform for INSURGE intelligence, a crowdfunded journalism platform for people and planet A new book put together by the Chairman of the philanthropic arm of Europe’s largest solar company, […]
2018: A Breakout Year For Clean Energy
2018: A Breakout Year For Clean Energy The bullish momentum for global clean energy investment, which rose 3 percent to $333.5 billion in 2017, will continue this year. There was significant progress in the transition to cleaner energy in 2017, and 2018 should see more of the same. New solar installations will top 100 GW […]
Is Infinite Clean Energy Near?
Is Infinite Clean Energy Near? After decades of research and planning, a group of scientists in France are attempting to achieve the impossible: harnessing the heavens. They are building a tokamak, a donut-shaped, man-made, artificial star that has the potential to bring the universe down to earth and provide millions of years of clean energy. […]
Bubbles and Backlashes
Bubbles and Backlashes Image: trialsanderrors/Flickr CC. Financial markets have been turbulent as of late with no end in sight. A sagging global economy could overwhelm America’s recovery efforts with toxic effects on key climate change and clean energy initiatives now underway. The Federal Reserve’s recent decision to postpone an interest rate hike is but one reflection […]
Clean Energy Finance Corporation: Tony Abbott defends decision to axe wind, solar from renewables spending
Clean Energy Finance Corporation: Tony Abbott defends decision to axe wind, solar from renewables spending Prime Minister Tony Abbott says it is “no secret” he wants the $10 billion Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) abolished, but while it is still in place it should be as useful as possible. The Opposition and the Greens have […]
Pope Francis’ Encyclical Is A Sincere Call For Climate Action, Economic Justice
Pope Francis’ Encyclical Is A Sincere Call For Climate Action, Economic Justice Pope Francis has released his long awaited encyclical, or teaching document, on climate justice and the environment, and it flies in the face of everything climate deniers stand for. The encyclical is officially called “Laudato Si (Be Praised), On the Care of Our Common Home,” and it […]
Stop oilsands expansion, Canadian and U.S. researchers say
Stop oilsands expansion, Canadian and U.S. researchers say Group cites concerns about carbon pollution, environmental contamination, aboriginal rights More than 100 Canadian and U.S. researchers are calling on Canada to end expansion of its oilsands, for 10 reasons that they describe as “grounded in science.” “Based on evidence raised across our many disciplines, we offer […]
The Social Costs Of Capitalism Are Destroying Earth’s Ability To Support Life
The Social Costs Of Capitalism Are Destroying Earth’s Ability To Support Life I admire David Ray Griffin for his wide-ranging intelligence, his research skills, and for his courage. Dr. Griffin is not afraid to take on the controversial topics. He gave us ten books on 9/11, and anyone who has read half of one of […]
Renewables Highly Competitive Though Not Yet At Scale | EnergyPolicyForum
Renewables Highly Competitive Though Not Yet At Scale | EnergyPolicyForum. Investment in renewables worldwide has picked up steam. It is possible that total clean energy capacity installed in 2014 will be greater in non-OECD countries than developed nations for the first time. Oil and gas companies have long touted an expected upward growth trajectory in […]
