To fight climate change we could use less coal, but since that's impossible why not dam the Mediterranean or build a second moon? [Stupid]

US renewable boom passes key milestone in April

Small-scale solar helped renewables nearly triple coal generation on the US grid.

Adani Enterprises, France's Dioxycle partner on low-carbon chemicals in India

The collaboration will start with a pilot plant producing formic acid from renewable energy and captured CO2

To Enhance Food Security: Minister of Agriculture Stresses Importance of Expanding Use of Clean Energy in the Country’s Agricultural Sector

Tripoli – Agriculture and Livestock Minister Abdel Latif Al-Taher underscored the importance of expanding the use of clean energy in the agricultural sector. He said this would support agricultural production, enhance resource efficiency, and help achieve sustainability. Al-Taher made these remarks while chairing a meeting focused on introducing solar energy systems to agricultural projects. The... Read more Source The post To Enhance Food Security: Minister of Agriculture Stresses Importance of Expanding Use of Clean Energy in the Country’s Agricultural Sector appeared first on Libya Update News.

To achieve independence, Europe needs an electrification revolution

We need to build more wind farms. We need to install more solar panels. And in countries that choose nuclear energy, we need to develop the next generation of power plants and technologies. By doing all of this, we can free our economies from expensive imports of fossil fuels, and instead drive them forward with our own clean, affordable energy

Why Electrifying the World Could Be the Climate Breakthrough We Have Been Waiting For

Electrification could cut global energy demand in half — here's why it's becoming the climate movement's most exciting new frontier.

To avoid climate peril, the world must electrify

To avoid climate peril, the world must electrify

Solar Energy Is Booming — Despite Trump’s Best Efforts

The president and his administration wants to kill clean energy and boost fossil fuels, but it can't stop solar

To Decarbonize Quickly, Think Beyond Electrification

Electrifying everything sounds like the obvious path off fossil fuels, but it requires critical minerals we can’t source quickly enough. Alternative technologies and interventions can cut emissions faster, cheaper, and without mineral bottlenecks.

Heatwaves are causing dangerous levels of smog to rise across Europe

According to the European Environmental Bureau (EEB), reducing methane emissions is one of the quickest and most cost-effective ways to cut pollution and cool the planet

Drilling on Prinos storage facility on track for 2027

Two major projects, which will be bankrolled through national and European Union funds, are expected to create an integrated chain for the capture, transport and underground storage of carbon dioxide (CO2) in Greece.

Italy could become the next country to build solar railway tracks after Switzerland's successful trial

Italy could become the next country to build solar railway tracks after Switzerland's successful trial

Chinese tech makes desalinating seawater cheaper than producing bottled water

Desalination has always been an energy-hungry way of turning saltwater into freshwater, making it largely the preserve of wealthy countries with abundant fossil fuel reserves. Yet, an outdoor demonstration prototype in China has managed to exhibit year-long stability with zero utility energy costs, thanks to a new type of photothermal material. The researchers developed an innovative method to weave nanoparticles into a three-dimensional photothermal evaporation material, significantly boosting...

The abundant but expensive energy source that's under your feet

Start-ups are taking fresh approaches to geothermal energy, but will the economics work?

पर्वतमा आधुनिक बाल उद्यान

पर्वत। बालबालिकाको शारीरिक तथा मानसिक विकासमा योगदान पुर्‍याउने उद्देश्यले पर्वतमा आधुनिक बाल उद्यान निर्माण गरिएको छ। दक्षिण पर्वतको पैयूँ गाउँपालिकामा बालबालिकालाई लक्षित गर्दै जिल्लामै पहिलो र एकमात्र ‘पैयूँ चिल्ड्रेन पार्क’ (बाल उद्यान) निर्माण गरिएको हो। गाउँपालिका, गण्डकी प्रदेश सरकार र पैंयू गाउँपालिका–५ कार्यालयको त्रिपक्षीय लगानीमा बाल उद्यान निर्माण गरिएको हो। गण्डकी प्रदेश सरकारको दश लाख []

A promising natural technique to remove CO2 could backfire

Several start-ups have tried to grow seaweed to remove atmospheric CO2, but this could affect the levels of nutrients in the ocean and hamper other CO2-sucking processes

Bold, almost reckless: Israeli scientists seek to block solar radiation in a radical climate experiment

At the forefront of efforts to save humanity through climate engineering stands a startup from central Israel. The experiments are underway, the promise is immense – and so are the risks

Should you install solar panels, buy an EV or ditch gas first?

Should you install solar panels, buy an EV or ditch gas first?

China’s energy strategy exposed by the Strait of Hormuz crisis

As conflict in the Middle East rattles global oil markets and exposes critical shipping routes, China’s long-term investment in an “all of the above” energy policy, including renewables like solar, is beginning to bear fruit. With countries searching for alternative ways to produce energy that are less prone to wars, political tensions, embargoes, and other []

Europe's Push For Sustainable Aviation Fuels Needs More Than Mandates

Europe's Push For Sustainable Aviation Fuels Needs More Than Mandates

Italian homes are getting free solar power from Spain. Could it happen here?

Imagine cutting your electricity bill without installing a single solar panel on your roof. No building work, no expensive equipment []

Lough Gill Brewery introduces advanced Co2 recovery system

Lough Gill Brewery has installed a state-of-the-art CO2 (Carbon Dioxide) Recovery System which will significantly cut the brewery’s carbon footprint and lead to sustainable energy savings. In addition, the family-owned brewery is to introduce a new immersive visitor experience, attracting tourists to Sligo and enhancing the county’s tourism sector. The brewery expects to create a []

Dangote Cement targets 20% emissions cut, expands capacity to 80mtpa

By Yinka Kolawole Dangote Cement Plc has unveiled plans to cut net carbon dioxide (CO ) emissions intensity by 20 per cent while expanding production capacity to 80 million tonnes per annum (mtpa) by 2030, as it pursues its ambition of becoming Africa’s most sustainable and globally competitive cement producer. Presenting the company’s 2025 Sustainability Scorecard [] The post Dangote Cement targets 20 emissions cut, expands capacity to 80mtpa appeared first on Vanguard News.

La minería de litio en la República Democrática del Congo: una nueva fiebre minera impulsada por los Estados Unidos, Europa y otras grandes potencias

A medida que aumenta el uso de combustibles fósiles y se estancan los planes de «descarbonización», gobiernos, empresas y grupos de inversión se apresuran a extraer minerales importantes del subsuelo para impulsar el crecimiento económico. Layne Hartsell , June 26, 2026

Europe’s industrial wake-up call

Europe’s climate ambitions must integrate with industrial competitiveness. The upcoming EU ETS reform should support decarbonization while ensuring affordable energy, investment certainty, energy security and a level playing field.

Egypt, Coca-Cola explore renewable-energy-powered agricultural drainage water treatment project

Egypt’s Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation and Coca-Cola have discussed a potential project to treat and desalinate agricultural drainage water using renewable energy, as part of efforts to enhance water sustainability and expand non-conventional water resources. The ministry said Water Resources Minister Hani Sewilam met with representatives of Coca-Cola to explore cooperation under the [] The post Egypt, Coca-Cola explore renewable-energy-powered agricultural drainage water treatment project first appeared on Dailynewsegypt.

Acsa flies closer to the sun

As part of efforts to reduce aviation’s carbon emissions, solar power is being installed at local airports, with Cape Town International leading the way for the big three

 Egypt advances clean energy transition

Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouli reaffirmed Egypt’s commitment to expanding the use of clean energy across national development projects. The government continues to accelerate its green transition through strategic partnerships with the private sector to enhance the competitiveness of Egyptian ports, industrial zones, and the national economy. Madbouli made the remarks following witnessing the signing of [] The post Egypt advances clean energy transition appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

Israel’s successful struggle against desertification

Transforming desolate landscapes into agricultural land is a global imperative.

Brief thoughts on aircon

Well, that was interesting. Some quick thoughts below the cut. So I’ve recently become much more aware of the Discourse about air conditioning that is common to much of northern Europe. There’s a lot of weirdness generally, but there are certain strains that pop up regularly. One is Left / green concern about emissions. Unlike []

Why China’s next-generation sodium-ion battery is quietly powered by coal

China's next-generation sodium-ion EV batteries are turning to domestic coal-based hard carbon anodes to overcome severe Southeast Asian coconut shell supply shortages. The post Why China’s next-generation sodium-ion battery is quietly powered by coal appeared first on CarNewsChina.com.

MIND ID targets 15.5 percent emissions cut by 2030

State-owned mining holding company MIND ID aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 15.5 percent, or about two ...

Trump’s White House Takes Aim at EU Emissions Law

With the US warning it could ship its energy elsewhere, some countries in Europe are urging the bloc to revisit the rules.

Failed promises to clean air in South Africa’s coal belt take toll on public health

South Africa’s coal belt produces more than half of the country’s electricity, but people who live in the shadow of the power stations and mines suffer from a range of health issues linked to pollution from these facilities. Despite being declared a priority area for tackling air pollution nearly 20 years ago, residents and campaigners []

NASA Seeks Industry Input to Accelerate Lunar Surface Technologies

Long-term lunar exploration requires technology, infrastructure, and operations that function together cohesively on the surface of the Moon. To accelerate the development of key lunar surface systems and reduce risk, NASA and industry must work together in the design, development, testing, and evaluation of innovative solutions that support U.S. space priorities. NASA is seeking feedback on a draft solicitation for the Lunar []

Japan and India to set up framework for promoting biogas-run cars

The two sides will aim to increase the number of plants in India that manufacture methane from fermented cow dung for compressed natural gas vehicles to 1,000.

EU ministers plan further climate policy rollbacks during historic heatwave

Replacing combustion engines with electric cars and switching industrial heat from fossil fuels to electricity are among the most impactful ways to decarbonise. Yet, in exactly in these areas Europe is weakening its policies.

Kazakhstan considers participation in modernization of nitrogen plant in Afghanistan

Kazakhstan considers participation in modernization of nitrogen plant in Afghanistan