Climate Change

Is Advanced AI Development Worth the Environmental and Energy Costs?
Infrastructure & Technology Is Advanced AI Development Worth the Environmental and Energy Costs?

The rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) have sparked a global race to develop more powerful and efficient models. However, this progress comes with significant environmental and energy costs. The recent announcement of the Stargate project and the release of China's DeepSeek R1 model

Is Notre Dame's Coal Investment Contradicting Its Green Commitments?
Conventional Fuels Is Notre Dame's Coal Investment Contradicting Its Green Commitments?

In 2015, Pope Francis issued a powerful call to action on climate change, urging both Catholics and non-Catholics to reduce reliance on fossil fuels, particularly coal. This directive was encapsulated in the encyclical "Laudato Si," which highlighted the profound impact of environmental degradation

Can Small Modular Reactors Transform the UK’s Clean Energy Future?
Conventional Fuels Can Small Modular Reactors Transform the UK’s Clean Energy Future?

The UK is on a mission to achieve a cleaner and greener future, and nuclear energy is set to play a crucial role in this journey. While renewable energy sources like wind and solar have made significant strides, the consistent and reliable nature of nuclear power remains indispensable. Currently,

IFC Invests $165 Million in São Martinho's Renewable Biomethane Plant
Conventional Fuels IFC Invests $165 Million in São Martinho's Renewable Biomethane Plant

In a notable move towards sustainable energy solutions, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) has committed up to $165 million in financing to São Martinho, a leading Brazilian producer of sugar, ethanol, and renewable energy. This ten-year loan is aimed at aiding São Martinho's construction

Can New Jersey's Solar Success Lead to 100% Clean Energy by 2035?
Renewable Energy Can New Jersey's Solar Success Lead to 100% Clean Energy by 2035?

New Jersey has recently marked a significant milestone in its renewable energy journey by reaching 5GW of installed solar capacity, effectively doubling its solar energy output since 2017. This tremendous achievement not only exemplifies the state's dedication to combatting climate change but also

Has Solar Power Surpassed Coal in the EU's Electricity Production?
Renewable Energy Has Solar Power Surpassed Coal in the EU's Electricity Production?

In 2024, solar power surpassed coal in the European Union's electricity production, signifying a groundbreaking achievement as renewable energy sources now consist of nearly half of the EU's energy portfolio. The report, released by the energy think tank Ember in its European Electricity Review for

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