The Earth is crying out for cleaner and more sustainable energy sources for power generation. Relying on conventional fossil fuels like oil and coal has led to the production of planet-heating greenhouse gases that significantly compromise human health. However, despite a unanimous call for
In South Africa, the sugarcane industry is a major contributor to the country’s economy, generating about 2.2 million tonnes of refined sugar each year. This production results in an estimated average direct income of over R20 billion (more than US$1 billion) annually. Despite the substantial role i
Denmark, a small town in Maine, has recently embarked on a notable legislative journey by updating its water extraction ordinance in direct response to the harsh realities of climate-induced drought conditions. These updates aim to fortify the town's regulatory oversight concerning water
In the scenic Berkeley hills, Yellowjacket Heating & Cooling Services Inc., an emergent HVAC company, is making significant strides by installing six electric heat pumps within a single home. Co-owned by Owen Grimsich and two childhood friends, Yellowjacket serves as a prime example of a
The Empire Wind 1 project is a groundbreaking offshore wind initiative that aims to transform New York City's (NYC) energy landscape. Managed by Equinor and backed by a $3 billion investment, this ambitious endeavor targets providing electricity to half a million households by 2027 by
The village of Evenley in Northamptonshire, England, has become the center of a spirited debate surrounding a proposed bio-methane production plant by the Spanish company, Acorn Bioenergy. With the plant expected to be situated just outside the quaint village, the development has kindled
Saint Kitts and Nevis, a twin-island nation in the Caribbean, is grappling with significant challenges in its agricultural sector due to the pervasive effects of climate change. Local farmers like Meshach Alford in Saint Paul’s are particularly struggling with severe drought conditions and the lack
Ontario has announced a significant increase in its investment in energy efficiency programs, aiming to save $12.2 billion over 24 years. This dramatic rise in funding marks a notable shift from Premier Doug Ford’s earlier stance of intending to discontinue ratepayer-funded efficiency initiatives f
In an ambitious effort to promote clean energy while utilizing existing agricultural land, a cranberry bog in Carver, Massachusetts has been repurposed to host a community solar plant known as the Carver Solar project. This initiative, led by the New York-based solar developer Syncarpha Capital,
President Joe Biden's recent decision to ban offshore oil and gas drilling across 625 million acres of U.S. coastal waters marks a significant step in the nation's environmental policy. This initiative aims to protect coastal waters and their dependent communities from the environmental
