Politico reports this morning: "The Scottish High Court quashed decisions by the British government to approve drilling in two vast North Sea oil and gas fields after legal challenges from environmental campaigners."
Specifically, approval for Shel and Equinor to drill for oil has been blocked on the basis of the emissions of burning that oil - also known as Scope 3 emissions! The companies will have to go back and request new approval to drill with Scope 3 accounted for. They've already spent a billion dollars building the extraction facilities, and can continue building, but can't take oil out of the bottom of the sea until they get a new permit.
Greenpeace UK’s Philip Evans says:
“This is a historic win — the age of governments approving new drilling sites by ignoring their climate impacts is over.”
A validation of earlier British precedent, this could help form an international precedent that could become a key contribution to an ensemble strategy to stop oil and transition the whole global economy to sustainable renewable energy. Block new extraction of non-renewable energy, invest in new sustainable energy, retrain industry for the new technology regime, and adapt to deal with the unavoidable impacts of remaining emissions. That's a powerful survival strategy for short term catastrophe mitigation.
In our consulting work, we're seeing the powerful ripple effects of European (and soon Californian) Scope 3 reporting requirements roll out all across the world. And when European business is changed by the stick, adaptation (including building a reporting practice) in order to maintain business relationships with European enterprises becomes a carrot pursuit for everyone else.
But for courts to rule that oil companies can't just reduce flaring and emissions from oil extraction itself (Scope 1 emissions) but to hold them accountable for the emissions that would come from burning the oil they want to extract? That's a pretty big deal.
All I've ever wanted was for society to account for externalities.
Let's go!
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Drilling Next Door
‘Drill Baby Drill’: Texas City Approves New Site for Fracking Near Daycare and Schools TotalEnergies' newly approved fracking site in Arlington, Texas will be positioned near multiple elementary schools and a daycare center. That's the gut-punch of a headline from Dylan Baddour at Inside Climate News. The map above highlights environmental justice concerns in urban drilling.
The write-up says the City Council unanimously approved 10 new gas wells at the Maverick site despite community opposition, marking the first new drilling tract approved in Arlington in nearly 13 years and placing it within 1,060 feet of a daycare facility that has already reported health impacts from existing wells.
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Agriculture (9 stories) - Atomo's beanless coffee hits UK, CH4 Global launches Asparagopsis seaweed facility, IITA receives Australian funding, ClimateAi wins Indian award
Carbon (8 stories) - Ecuador's $30M forest deal and Rubicon-Ecobase's European credits launch amid rising emissions, Arctic melt, and growing corporate carbon software adoption
Circular (7 stories) - Asset reuse platform, Energizer's plastic-free packaging, bamboo wipes launch, and Berlin biopolymers forum lead circular economy innovations, while sustainability film and art initiatives expand
Ecosystems (22 stories) - Marine heatwaves threaten Australian reefs as U.S. Fish & Wildlife launches 66-species biobank; Wildlife Trusts restore Celtic rainforest while Montana's Mill Gulch sees prescribed burns
Efficiency (7 stories) - States lag on utility standards while heat pumps surge; MIT, CEA/3SUN and DeepSeek achieve breakthroughs in thermal networks, solar cells and AI efficiency
Finance (11 stories) - Banks RBC and Citi lag in clean energy funding while Encore secures $389M from Brookfield, Sightline raises $5.5M, and A2A issues €500M EU-standard green bond amid $16B Q4 sustainable fund flows
Grid (26 stories) - Major grid investments planned across Africa ($50B), Australia (49.6GW pipeline), UK (Voltalis £1B), while Tesla doubles storage production and WeaveGrid connects automakers to utilities for EV charging management
Indigenous (13 stories) - Indigenous fire networks expand to 26 events, Wataynikaneyap Power connects First Nation to grid, while Brazil's Yanomami territory sees mining decline
Industry (10 stories) - TotalEnergies expands gas drilling, Risen Energy ships HJT modules, Pratt & Whitney tests hydrogen engines, while Oatly and industrial facilities explore heat pump transitions
Policy (63 stories) - Trump administration's environmental oversight shakeup and climate policy reversals dominate, while Treasury finalizes Clean Hydrogen Tax Credit and EU implements strict deforestation regulations
Renewables (11 stories) - Major offshore wind investment in UK, record solar projects in Netherlands and Poland, Ignite Power-ENGIE merger in Africa, plus breakthrough HJT module efficiency from Huasun reaching 720W
Transport (19 stories) - VW halts US ID.7 launch amid Trump concerns, while Lucid adds Tesla NACS charging, Flexis debuts urban EVs with Renault-Volvo, and Baleària launches Spain-Morocco electric ferry route
Agriculture
Atomo's beanless coffee hits UK, CH4 Global launches Asparagopsis seaweed facility, IITA receives Australian funding, ClimateAi wins Indian award
Atomo beanless coffee makes UK debut, but firm will ‘not be profitable on the back of small coffee shops’ (AgFunderNews) - Atomo's beanless coffee debuts in UK luxury cafe while company pivots to focus on profitable B2B coffee blending partnerships amid rising coffee prices and climate pressures.
Australia and IITA to strengthen partnership for climate-responsive agriculture in Africa (CGIAR) - Australia pledges $76.4 million to IITA partnership for expanding climate-smart agriculture initiatives across North and West Africa.
CH4 Global begins production at ‘world’s first’ commercial-scale Asparagopsis growing facility (AgFunderNews) - CH4 Global launches world's first commercial-scale Asparagopsis seaweed facility in Australia, aiming to reduce livestock methane emissions by up to 90% through feed supplements.
In meat- and fish-loving Japan, veganism is making a comeback (Grist) - Japan sees resurgence in veganism driven by tourism, climate concerns, and government support despite cultural barriers in meat-loving nation.
Indian Government Recognizes Himanshu Gupta, ClimateAi CEO, with ‘UP Gaurav Samman’ for Climate Resilience Leadership (ClimateAi) - Indian government awards ClimateAi CEO Himanshu Gupta with UP Gaurav Samman for pioneering AI-driven climate adaptation solutions benefiting farmers and businesses.
Knippen Ketelbroek (Koperwiek) - Dutch food forest enthusiasts collect rare tree cuttings from Ketelbroek Food Forest for propagation and preservation of edible plant species.
Seaweed farming: Fresh green hope for the Philippines’ blue economy (EDF) - Philippines community-led seaweed farming project shows promise for sustainable livelihoods and carbon capture while boosting local blue economy in Cabalian Bay.
UAWC Issues Emergency Alert for the West Bank: ‘Escalation of Israeli Aggression and Oppression’ (Via Campesina) - Palestinian agricultural union warns of intensifying Israeli military operations and settler violence in West Bank, reporting widespread displacement and land seizures affecting farming communities.
Using a share fair approach to unravel what needs to change to drive agricultural transformation in Ethiopia (CGIAR) - Ethiopian agricultural stakeholders convene at Share Fair to explore innovative solutions and collaborative approaches for transforming country's farming systems and food security.
Carbon
Ecuador's $30M forest deal and Rubicon-Ecobase's European credits launch amid rising emissions, Arctic melt, and growing corporate carbon software adoption
¿Está comprobado que la deforestación es una de las principales causas del cambio climático? (Yale Climate Connections) - Deforestation confirmed as major climate change driver through CO2 release, though fossil fuels remain primary cause.
Ecuador Announces Milestone in Halting Tropical Deforestation (EDF) - Ecuador signs $30M carbon finance agreement to reduce 3 million tons of emissions through forest protection while ensuring Indigenous communities' participation.
Rubicon Carbon and Ecobase Announce Offtake Agreement for First-Ever European Afforestation Credits (Rubicon Carbon) - First-ever European afforestation carbon credits purchased through partnership between Rubicon Carbon and Ecobase, covering 24 countries and targeting 500,000 hectares.
State of the climate: Hotter and hotter, and we are blowing our budget (RenewEconomy) - Global climate indicators show accelerating changes in ocean heat, sea levels, and glacier melt while carbon emissions continue rising despite urgent warnings.
Surprise! Where to find common ground in the carbon markets debate (Nature4Climate) - Analysis reveals only four points of divergence between carbon market proponents and opponents, suggesting more common ground exists than typically assumed.
The Climate Crises in Los Angeles and the Amazon Rainforest Are Inextricably Linked (Amazon Watch) - Los Angeles and Amazon rainforest face interconnected wildfire crises driven by fossil fuel use, with California refineries processing 50% of Ecuador's Amazon crude oil.
Weatherwatch: melting permafrost threatens landscapes and lives in Arctic regions (The Guardian) - Arctic permafrost melting threatens 3 million people as infrastructure built on frozen ground faces collapse amid rising temperatures.
Why 2025 is a pivotal year to adopt carbon management software (Optera) - Research shows 40% of sustainability leaders now use dedicated carbon management software as regulatory deadlines and data complexity drive adoption ahead of 2025.
Circular
Asset reuse platform, Energizer's plastic-free packaging, bamboo wipes launch, and Berlin biopolymers forum lead circular economy innovations, while sustainability film and art initiatives expand
Rheaply’s Year in Reuse Review: 2024 Reuse Recap (Rheaply) - Asset reuse platform diverted 2.7M pounds from landfills and saved organizations $17.4M in 2024 through circular economy initiatives.
The Climate Questionnaire: Director and Filmmaker Nic Stacey (Moms Clean Air Force) - Documentary filmmaker Nic Stacey discusses his latest film "Buy Now!" which exposes consumer culture's environmental impact and waste generation.
Winter 2025 Newsletter (Sustaining Way) - South Carolina nonprofit celebrates 13th anniversary, raises $27,011 in end-of-year campaign while expanding community sustainability programs and volunteer initiatives.
3rd Annual World Biopolymers and Bioplastics Innovation Forum (Energy Central) - Global biopolymers and bioplastics innovation forum in Berlin to address environmental sustainability needs in March 2025.
Energizer Launches Plastic-Free Packaging for Batteries (ESGToday) - Energizer to roll out 100% recyclable plastic-free battery packaging across North America, starting with Walmart in March 2025.
From Waste to Functional Art (Bluedot Living) - Artists for Climate Awareness organization teaches university students to transform waste materials into functional art through upcycling workshops, expanding to 17 US states and multiple countries.
Simplify Your Cleaning Routine With Our All-Purpose Wipes (EcoSoul Home) - Company launches bamboo-based compostable cleaning wipes as plastic-free alternative to conventional chemical-laden disposable wipes.
Ecosystems
Marine heatwaves threaten Australian reefs as U.S. Fish & Wildlife launches 66-species biobank; Wildlife Trusts restore Celtic rainforest while Montana's Mill Gulch sees prescribed burns
A marine heatwave in northwest Australia is killing huge numbers of fish. It’s heading south (The Conversation) - Severe marine heatwave off northwest Australia causes mass fish deaths and threatens coral reefs, with temperatures up to 5°C above normal extending southward.
A New Genetic Life Support (Atmos) - U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service launches biobank to preserve cell samples from 66 endangered mammals for future cloning and genetic rescue efforts.
Burning for Better in Southwest Montana (Fire Networks) - Montana rancher partners with state agencies for 1,300-acre prescribed burn project to combat conifer encroachment and reduce wildfire risk in Mill Gulch sagebrush habitat.
DEADLINE: EJN Media Grants To Support Coverage of 30x30 Marine Conservation Targets (SEJ) - Earth Journalism Network offers $10,000 media grants to coastal newsrooms for coverage of 30x30 marine conservation targets, with February 2025 deadline.
Discover Oregon’s eelgrass meadows: vital coastal habitats that fight climate change (Environment America) - Oregon's eelgrass meadows face 80% decline in some areas while serving as crucial marine habitats and carbon sinks more effective than forests.
Does growing more trees and plants to mitigate climate help or hurt the biodiversity crisis? (Anthropocene) - Research shows reforestation benefits wildlife habitat while bioenergy crops and non-native tree planting could harm biodiversity despite climate benefits.
Fireforest: A New Film on Forest Management and Wildfire (FireNetworks) - New documentary "Fireforest" showcases how prescribed burns and forest thinning successfully protected Colorado communities during 2020 Cameron Peak Fire.
In England, Volunteers Plant Thousands of Trees to Restore Celtic Rainforest (Yale E360) - Volunteers in England plant 2,500 native trees to restore Celtic rainforest as part of larger Wildlife Trusts initiative to revive rare temperate woodlands.
Pairing old and new technologies could unlock advances in plankton science (ScienceDaily) - Scientists advocate combining traditional plankton monitoring with emerging technologies to better track ocean health and marine biodiversity changes.
Research contrasts drought sensitivity of Eurasian and North American grasslands (ScienceDaily) - Study reveals Eurasian grasslands 43% more vulnerable to drought than North American grasslands due to lower species diversity and different grass types.
Study of more than 600 animal and plant species finds genetic diversity has declined globally (The Guardian) - Global study of 600+ animal and plant species reveals widespread decline in genetic diversity over past three decades, threatening species' adaptability to environmental changes.
The global plant trade is spreading invasive species to Europe (The Conversation) - Global ornamental plant trade worth $25B annually poses growing invasive species risk to Europe through hitchhiking animals and pests in shipments.
The importance of ‘Being Caribou’ (High Country News) - Wildlife biologist Karsten Heuer and filmmaker Leanne Allison's 2003 documentary following caribou migration helped galvanize Arctic National Wildlife Refuge protection efforts.
What are the La Nina and El Nino climate phenomena? (DW) - La Nina weather pattern emerges in tropical Pacific, bringing potential for cooler temperatures and intense storms globally, though weaker than typical historical patterns.
The Problem with Problem Sharks (Nautilus) - DNA evidence and photo analysis reveal individual 'problem sharks' responsible for multiple attacks, challenging random encounter theory.
Bad hair bears! Greasy hair gives polar bears fur with anti-icing properties (ScienceDaily) - Scientists discover polar bear fur's natural anti-icing properties stem from unique sebum composition, offering insights for sustainable ice-resistant materials.
Bonelli’s eagles are returning to Sardinia (Rewilding Europe) - Four endangered Bonelli's eagles released in Sardinia's Tepilora Natural Park as part of long-term species reintroduction program to restore extinct population.
Increase in gibbon trafficking into India has conservationists worried (Mongabay) - Rising seizures of trafficked gibbons from Southeast Asia into India alarm conservationists as social media fuels exotic pet demand.
This Month in Conservation Science: The Dead Whale and the Pediatricians (The Revelator) - Hong Kong pediatricians use tragic death of baby Bryde's whale to develop educational framework for teaching children about marine conservation and environmental protection.
To conserve chimps, understand their genetic traits and local adaptations, says study (Mongabay) - New study reveals chimpanzees possess genetic adaptations to diverse habitats and diseases like malaria, crucial knowledge for their conservation across Africa.
Uganda’s tree-climbing lions grow scarce amid nationwide decline of the big cat (Mongabay) - Uganda's iconic tree-climbing lion populations decline by nearly 50% in protected areas due to poisoning, poaching and habitat loss.
Why is this snake one of the most trafficked species in the world? | Wild Targets (Mongabay) - Red sand boa faces severe trafficking crisis in India due to superstitions about supernatural powers, with organized crime networks exploiting myths for profit despite legal protections.
Efficiency
States lag on utility standards while heat pumps surge; MIT, CEA/3SUN and DeepSeek achieve breakthroughs in thermal networks, solar cells and AI efficiency
Almost half of US states haven’t done the bare minimum to cut utility bills (Grist) - Report reveals 24 US states lack basic energy efficiency standards requiring utilities to reduce consumption, despite proven cost savings and environmental benefits.
As MIT Aims to Decarbonize, Competing Ideas Focus on Thermal Energy Systems (Inside Climate News) - MIT community group proposes $750M-cheaper thermal energy network system to decarbonize campus against administration's centralized utility plan.
CEA & 3SUN Hit A New Efficiency Milestone (TaiyangNews) - CEA and 3SUN achieve 30.8% efficiency record for 9cm² perovskite-on-silicon tandem solar cell, marking significant progress toward industrial-scale production.
Does DeepSeek call the data center boom into question? (Latitude Media) - Chinese AI firm DeepSeek's new model achieves GPT-4 performance using 90% less computing power, challenging data center growth forecasts.
Heat pumps are outselling gas furnaces by a record margin (Environment America) - Heat pump sales surpass gas furnaces by 37% in US from 2023-2024, marking record shift toward efficient electric heating and cooling systems.
We Interrupt the Ongoing Crisis for a Smidgen of Good News (The Crucial Years) - Chinese AI program DeepSeek demonstrates dramatically lower energy requirements than US counterparts, challenging fossil fuel industry's claims about AI power needs.
Mikaela Tully | Lab Supervisor (City of Dubuque) - Laboratory supervisor leads critical water quality testing and environmental monitoring at city's Water & Resource Recovery Center to ensure safe drinking water and wastewater treatment.
Finance
Banks RBC and Citi lag in clean energy funding while Encore secures $389M from Brookfield, Sightline raises $5.5M, and A2A issues €500M EU-standard green bond amid $16B Q4 sustainable fund flows
Bigger in Texas? Clean energy contributes billions to the Lonestar State, report finds (Renewable Energy World) - Texas renewable energy projects to generate $50 billion in landowner payments and local taxes over project lifetimes, benefiting 75% of state counties.
Climate finance and care services: why public investment is necessary (The Conversation) - Study urges climate adaptation funds to prioritize care infrastructure and services, highlighting critical gap in current climate finance allocation.
Examining the Real Cost of Renewable Resiliency (PowerMag) - Solar energy asset owners face 10-15% higher upfront costs for weather-resilient equipment but gain $7.6M net benefit over 30 years through reduced damage and insurance costs.
Sightline Raises $5.5 Million for AI-Powered Market Intelligence Climate Platform (ESGToday) - AI-powered climate market intelligence platform Sightline raises $5.5M seed funding to scale data analytics for transition economy decisions.
Stand.earth on Bloomberg New Energy Finance Latest Energy Ratio Report (Bloomberg NEF) - Major banks including RBC and Citi continue severely underfinancing renewable energy versus fossil fuels, with RBC showing lowest clean-to-dirty energy ratio of 0.47 among largest global lenders.
This Is CDR: Structure Climate - Innovative Approaches to CDR Finance (OpenAir) - Structure Climate CEO outlines innovative financing strategies to scale carbon dioxide removal projects through specialized project finance solutions.
Vermont developer closes on $389M to support growth as an independent power producer, finance community solar and battery projects (Renewable Energy World) - Vermont renewable energy developer Encore secures $389M financing from Brookfield Asset Management to expand community solar and battery storage projects.
Sustainable Fund Flows Rebound in Q4 2024, as Both European Inflows and U.S. Outflows Accelerate: Morningstar (ESGToday) - Global sustainable fund flows rebounded to $16 billion in Q4 2024 despite U.S. outflows, with Europe dominating market share at 84% of $3.2 trillion total assets.
A2A Issues the First Green Bond Under New EUGB “Gold Standard” (ESGToday) - Italian utility A2A raises €500 million in first European corporate green bond under new EU "gold standard" regulation requiring strict taxonomy alignment and transparency.
Euronext Adds Paris-Aligned Climate Index to CAC Benchmark Suite (ESGToday) - Euronext launches CAC PAB Index, a Paris Agreement-aligned climate benchmark selecting 30 companies with 66% lower carbon footprint than CAC Large 60.
PPA prices continue to rise amid Trump policy uncertainty: LevelTen Energy (Utility Dive) - U.S. solar and wind power purchase agreement prices rose 3.3% in Q4 2024 amid uncertainty over Trump administration's energy policies and tariffs.
Grid
Major grid investments planned across Africa ($50B), Australia (49.6GW pipeline), UK (Voltalis £1B), while Tesla doubles storage production and WeaveGrid connects automakers to utilities for EV charging management
African leaders seek investments in ailing grid infrastructure to achieve energy goals (Climate Home News) - African leaders call for $50 billion investment in aging grid infrastructure to expand renewable energy access to 300 million people by 2030.
Another delay: Work stopped at all Snowy 2.0 tunnels over safety worries (RenewEconomy) - Work halts on $12 billion Snowy 2.0 pumped hydro project after workers raise safety concerns over inadequate underground refuge chamber training and certification.
As grid constraints mount, Arcadia launches an ‘easy mode’ for corporate energy (Latitude Media) - Arcadia launches AI-enhanced enterprise platform to help companies navigate complex energy markets amid mounting grid constraints and rising volatility.
Battery and solar connection queries surge, as more than 10 GW of new capacity joins the grid (RenewEconomy) - Australia sees surge in battery and solar grid connections with 49.6GW in pipeline and 10.7GW in final stages, doubling previous year's capacity.
Battle for landmark tender for grid access has been decided: Winners are grinning, but not talking (RenewEconomy) - Winners selected but not yet announced for landmark 4GW South-West renewable energy zone grid access tender in Australia, with results expected February.
California PUC proposes energy storage safety, emergency response requirements (Utility Dive) - California PUC proposes new safety standards and emergency response requirements for battery storage facilities following multiple fire incidents.
California utility regulator will vote to establish new safety standards for battery energy storage systems (RenewableEnergyWorld) - California utility regulator to vote on new safety standards for battery storage systems following Moss Landing fire investigation and heavy metal contamination findings.
Data Centers and Renewable Energy — Assuring the Future of Data is Clean (CleanTechnica) - Wyoming carbon capture project cancelled as data centers outcompete for renewable energy access, highlighting growing power demands of digital infrastructure.
Electric power sector has driven rising Pennsylvania natural gas consumption since 2013 (EIA) - Pennsylvania's natural gas consumption surged 64% since 2013, driven by power sector's shift from coal to gas-fired electricity generation.
Environmental Research: Infrastructure and Sustainability (IOP) (IOP) - Study reveals climate change mitigation strategies can protect Italian power grid from extreme weather impacts, highlighting need for integrated adaptation planning.
Grid flexibility specialist Voltalis unveils £1bn UK investment plan (BusinessGreen) - French grid flexibility firm Voltalis announces £1bn UK investment to develop 5GW of demand response capacity by 2030.
Irish smart grid firm says it is largest aggregator of very fast FCAS in Australia (RenewEconomy) - Irish smart grid firm GridBeyond becomes Australia's largest aggregator of very fast frequency control services with 145MW portfolio.
Pumped hydro systems could help solve the challenge of renewable energy storage (Yale Climate Connections) - Pumped hydro systems offer large-scale renewable energy storage by using dual reservoirs to store and release water for power generation.
Renewables thrive as grid demand soars, coal states suffer from repeated outages and high prices (RenewEconomy) - Australia hits record 46% renewable energy share while coal states face high prices and outages due to fossil fuel plant failures.
Solar and battery energy hubs provide resilience as storms and fires cause havoc on grid (RenewEconomy) - Victoria completes $7.5M rollout of 24 solar-battery community hubs providing essential services during grid outages from extreme weather events.
Solar Trade Group’s Plan: 700 GWh of Energy Storage by 2030 (PowerMag) - Solar Energy Industries Association sets ambitious target of 700 GWh energy storage capacity and 10 million distributed storage sites in US by 2030.
Talen, PJM Reach Agreement to Keep 2 GW of Coal, Oil Generation Online for Reliability in Maryland (PowerMag) - PJM and Talen Energy agree to keep 2GW of coal and oil plants running until 2029 in Maryland for grid reliability under $180M annual contract.
Tesla battery storage business surges, but will Musk favour EVs or the grid? (RenewEconomy) - Tesla doubles battery storage production to 31.4 GWh in 2024 but faces tough choices between EV and grid storage allocation amid supply constraints.
The UK cannot achieve clean power by 2030 without long duration energy storage (BusinessGreen) - UK's 2030 clean power goals require long-duration energy storage deployment to ensure power system efficiency and resilience.
US Electric Power Sector Has Driven Rising Pennsylvania Natural Gas Consumption Since 2013 (CleanTechnica) - Pennsylvania's natural gas consumption surges 64% over decade as power sector shifts from coal to gas-fired electricity generation, making it fifth-largest gas consuming US state.
US Electricity Consumption On The Rise: EIA (EIA) - US electricity consumption grew 2% in 2024, expected to maintain growth through 2026 with solar generation projected to increase 34% in 2025.
Weavegrid aims to be the middleman between automakers and utilities (Latitude Media) - WeaveGrid secures investments from major automakers Hyundai and Toyota to bridge EV charging management between car manufacturers and utilities.
Why utility leadership is necessary to scale up VPPs in the residential sector (Utility Dive) - Utility-led virtual power plants offer superior grid control and customer benefits compared to third-party managed systems, requiring regulatory support to scale effectively.
New MISO demand response rules could bar resources from capacity auction: Voltus complaint (Utility Dive) - MISO's new demand response testing requirements could prevent Voltus from registering 450MW of resources for upcoming capacity auction, sparking FERC complaint.
PJM agrees to lower price cap for upcoming capacity auctions (Utility Dive) - PJM Interconnection agrees to lower capacity auction price cap from $500 to $325/MW-day following Pennsylvania governor's complaint, potentially saving consumers $21 billion.
PJM, Facing Capacity Shortage as Early as 2026/2027 Delivery Year, Agrees to Lower Auction Price Cap (POWER Magazine) - PJM grid operator agrees to lower capacity auction price cap from $500/MW-day to $325/MW-day amid looming 2026/2027 capacity shortage concerns.
Indigenous
Indigenous fire networks expand to 26 events, Wataynikaneyap Power connects First Nation to grid, while Brazil's Yanomami territory sees mining decline
2024: A Year of Growth and Connection for the Fire Networks (Fire Networks) - Indigenous-led fire management networks expand training programs and partnerships across US, reaching 19 domestic and 7 international prescribed fire events in 2024.
Celebrating 10 Years of the Blog! (Fire Networks) - Fire adaptation and resilience blog celebrates 10 years of community knowledge-sharing with over 680 published stories from practitioners worldwide.
Community Weaving for Eco-Cultural Restoration: Partnering with Tribes in Lake County, CA (Fire Networks) - California's Lake County tribes partner with local nonprofit to restore watersheds and revive traditional land management practices through community workshops.
Engaging Communities with Prescribed Fire: Lessons Learned from PBA Outreach in Fire-Prone Areas (Fire Networks) - California's Watershed Center shares lessons from prescribed burn outreach workshops, emphasizing trauma-informed communication and community engagement in fire-prone areas.
First Voices Radio: Will Falk, Guest for the Full Hour (First Voices Radio) - Indigenous attorney Will Falk discusses tribal sovereignty, environmental protection, and the need for tribal-municipal solidarity in protecting sacred sites and ecosystems.
Howard Thurman’s Philosophy of Life (Gonzaga University) - Howard Thurman's philosophical work explored unity of life and ecological interconnectedness, influencing civil rights movement and modern climate discourse.
NDN COLLECTIVE’S 2025 COMMUNITY ACTION FUND APPLICATION PERIOD OPENS (NDN Collective) - Indigenous organization opens 2025 Community Action Fund offering $250,000 in grants up to $20,000 for Indigenous-led environmental and social justice initiatives across North America.
Poplar Hill First Nation and Government of Canada celebrate community's connection to clean and reliable energy through Indigenous-led Wataynikaneyap Power project (Canada.ca) - Indigenous-led Wataynikaneyap Power project connects Poplar Hill First Nation to Ontario power grid, eliminating diesel dependency and reducing 6.6 million tonnes of CO2 emissions over 40 years.
The Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities’ Road to COP30 at Belém: An Outlook for 2025 (EDF) - Indigenous organizations prepare for COP30 in Brazil's Amazon, emphasizing bioeconomy initiatives and forest protection while targeting 5,000 Indigenous representatives' participation.
Tribal Government Statement on President Trump’s Executive Orders (Penobscot Nation) - Tribal government addresses Trump executive orders' impacts on Native American funding and immigration enforcement, with temporary spending freeze now rescinded.
We must protect our sacred lands (High Country News) - Former Hopi leader calls for protection of sacred tribal lands and stronger federal action against mining, military overflights, and environmental degradation across ancestral territories.
Yanomami sees success two years into Amazon miner evictions, but fears remain (Mongabay) - Brazil reports significant decline in illegal gold mining and improved health conditions in Yanomami territory two years after government intervention, though mercury contamination and remaining miners pose ongoing threats.
Transcript: Are urban communities a remedy for loneliness? (Greenpeace) - Urban activist Amanda Costa builds climate action networks in Brazilian favelas by connecting racial justice with environmental advocacy, demonstrating how community solidarity combats isolation.
Industry
TotalEnergies expands gas drilling, Risen Energy ships HJT modules, Pratt & Whitney tests hydrogen engines, while Oatly and industrial facilities explore heat pump transitions
‘Drill Baby Drill’: Texas City Approves New Site for Fracking Near Daycare and Schools (Inside Climate News) - Arlington City Council unanimously approves TotalEnergies' plan to drill 10 new gas wells near daycare centers and schools despite community opposition.
Achieving Embodied Carbon Reductions in Concrete in your City (CleanTechnica) - Cities can achieve 10-20% concrete emissions reduction through cement alternatives, carbon utilization, and performance-based specifications without specialized facilities.
China Solar PV News Snippets: Risen Energy Starts Shipping 730W HJT Modules & More (TaiyangNews) - Risen Energy begins first large-scale shipment of 730W+ HJT solar modules while other Chinese solar manufacturers forecast significant profit declines for 2024.
Industry claims policy reforms could help slash green hydrogen costs by 58 per cent (BusinessGreen) - Industry report claims UK policy reforms and investments could reduce green hydrogen production costs by 58% to below £100/MWh.
Oatly wants to kick its gas habit. Will other food and beverage firms follow? (Canary Media) - Oatly's New Jersey oat milk factory explores replacing gas-fired boilers with electric heat pumps as food industry grapples with industrial heat decarbonization.
Pratt & Whitney Hydrogen Engine Projects Promise of Steam Injection (Energy Central) - Pratt & Whitney demonstrates steam-injection hydrogen engine achieving 35% efficiency gain and 99.3% NOx reduction.
Skyven Technologies and Kyotherm Announce $70M Co-Development Agreement (Skyven Technologies) - Industrial heat pump maker secures $70M co-development deal with Kyotherm to expand emissions-free steam generation across US manufacturing facilities.
The Trump Policy That Would Be Really Bad for Oil Companies (Heatmap) - Trump's proposed 25% tariff on Canadian oil imports threatens U.S. refineries' operations due to their specialized dependence on Canadian heavy crude for blending.
Why businesses need to be at the heart of a pollution-conscious green transition (BusinessGreen) - Business leaders urged to tackle air pollution as both environmental crisis and economic challenge, with World Economic Forum highlighting multi-billion dollar risks.
Elk Range Royalties Expands Portfolio with Strategic Acquisition of Permian and Eagle Ford Mineral Assets (NGP Energy) - Elk Range Royalties acquires 13,500 net royalty acres in Permian and Eagle Ford basins from Newton/Concord for $141 million, expanding oil and gas portfolio.
Policy
Trump administration's environmental oversight shakeup and climate policy reversals dominate, while Treasury finalizes Clean Hydrogen Tax Credit and EU implements strict deforestation regulations
‘No rebuilding without them’: Trump’s immigration crackdown will affect disaster recovery (The Guardian) - Trump's immigration crackdown threatens US disaster recovery efforts as majority of skilled restoration workers are immigrants, experts warn.
‘Paranoia and distrust’: How Trump’s mass firing of government watchdogs will affect climate policy (Grist) - Trump fires 18 government inspectors general, including environmental watchdogs, raising concerns about oversight of climate policy and federal spending.
Bracing Ourselves for the Fight Ahead: Trump’s Potential Impact on the Amazon (Amazon Watch) - Trump's potential return to presidency threatens Amazon rainforest through climate accord withdrawal, energy deregulation, and foreign aid cuts.
Budget 2025: Green Firms Seek Support For Wafer, Ingot Production (AmpIn Energy) - Indian green energy firms seek government support for domestic solar wafer and ingot production in upcoming 2025 budget.
Buyout Offer Adds A New Layer to Trump’s Political Purge of Public Servants (Environmental Protection Network) - Trump administration offers federal workers buyouts amid threats of job cuts, raising concerns about politically-motivated purge of civil servants.
Can the U.S. Meet Its Climate Goals Without Wind? (Heatmap News) - Trump's wind energy permitting freeze threatens U.S. coastal states' emissions goals, though national climate targets remain achievable through alternative pathways.
Carbon180’s 2024 Member of the Year (Carbon180) - Three U.S. lawmakers honored as 'Member of the Year' for advancing bipartisan carbon removal policies and legislation.
Cientos de grupos de derechos humanos, medioambientales, y de fé, junto con académicos y abogados de 44 países, piden al presidente Nayib Bukele que retire los cargos contra cinco defensores del agua salvadoreños y rechace los proyectos mineros en El Salvador (IPS) - Over 300 human rights and environmental groups from 44 countries urge El Salvador's President Bukele to drop charges against water defenders and reject toxic mining projects.
Climate activists ‘did what they did out of sacrifice’, appeal court told (The Guardian) - Climate activists appeal long prison sentences in UK court, citing philosophical arguments of civil disobedience and conscientious protest motives.
Climate Disasters Endanger Maternal Health: Here’s What We Must Do (Earth.org) - Climate disasters across US disproportionately threaten maternal health outcomes, particularly in marginalized communities, as extreme weather disrupts healthcare access and worsens pregnancy risks.
Community Wildfire Defense Grants: A Round Three Application Primer (Fire Networks) - US Forest Service opens third round of Community Wildfire Defense Grants with $200M available for communities and tribes to reduce wildfire risks through February 2025.
Cropped 29 January 2025: Trump takes office; UK nature ‘falling short’; Egg prices soar (Carbon Brief) - Trump's first week in office marked by executive orders targeting Paris Agreement withdrawal, endangered species protections, and federal climate research funding freeze.
Danielle Smith’s Capitulation to Big Coal Echoes Her Fawning Interactions with Donald Trump (DeSmog) - Alberta Premier Danielle Smith lifts coal mining moratorium in Rocky Mountains despite 70% public opposition, benefiting Australian billionaire Gina Rinehart's mining interests.
DEADLINE: EJN Story Grants to Support Reporting on Climate and Environmental Solutions in Asia Pacific (EJN) - Internews offers $2000 story grants to Asia-Pacific journalists for solutions-focused environmental reporting with mentorship and social media support through February 2025.
DeepSeek Launch Should Prompt AI Security Reviews Across the Nuclear Industry (POWER Magazine) - China's DeepSeek AI model launch raises nuclear industry cybersecurity concerns, prompting calls for stricter AI safety protocols at power facilities.
Do Americans really want urban sprawl? (Yale Climate Connections) - Research shows high demand for walkable urban housing despite zoning laws forcing suburban sprawl across US, with home prices 34% higher in walkable areas.
Environment Agency secures record £22bn in water investment (BusinessGreen) - Environment Agency secures record £22bn investment from water companies for 24,000 water quality and nature restoration projects across UK.
Erich Pica on fossil fuel tax subsidies (Friends of the Earth) - FOE President Erich Pica highlights global fossil fuel industry's $800B-1T annual subsidies, calls for international movement to eliminate oil and gas tax breaks.
Escape Into the Story: Three Longform Reads for Your Weekend (Fire Networks) - Three longform StoryMaps explore wilderness fire management, urban interface fire adaptation, and fire learning network partnerships.
Fiction to reality: Bridging the urban-rural divide (Grist) - Rural and urban communities explore sustainable living models that complement rather than compete, highlighting need for stronger urban-rural connections in climate solutions.
Five years in prison for nonviolent protest: it’s plain wrong, and Keir Starmer knows it | Caroline Lucas (The Guardian) - Former Green MP condemns unprecedented five-year prison sentences for 16 Just Stop Oil climate protesters as threat to democratic right of peaceful protest.
Green transition should benefit ordinary Londoners, says deputy mayor (The Guardian) - London's deputy mayor Mete Coban pledges to ensure green transition policies prioritize working-class communities through retrofitting, air quality improvements, and expanded green spaces.
Have you felt lonely or hopeless? Try urban communities (Greenpeace) - Urban community engagement offers solution to loneliness while fostering climate action and social justice in cities worldwide.
Heads up: Some useful Department of Energy resources are disappearing (Renewable Energy World) - Department of Energy removes multiple clean energy resources and data from federal websites following Trump administration transition.
How cities are getting the lead out of school drinking water (Environment America) - Philadelphia, San Diego, and Milwaukee lead nationwide effort to remove lead contamination from school drinking water through installation of filtered hydration stations.
How Pakistani media misses stories about solutions during smog season (The Conversation) - Pakistani media coverage of seasonal smog crisis focuses on short-term effects while neglecting health impacts and sustainable solutions, study finds.
Hundreds of Human Rights, Environmental and Faith Groups Together with Academics and Lawyers from 44 Countries Call on President Nayib Bukele to Drop Charges against Five Salvadoran Water Defenders and Reject Mining Projects in El Salvador (IPS) - 300 organizations from 44 countries urge El Salvador's President Bukele to drop charges against water defenders and maintain mining ban ahead of February retrial.
In this government's hands, big ideas always end up looking small. Just ask Ed Miliband | Rafael Behr (The Guardian) - Labour government's climate and economic policies shrink from bold promises to tactical compromises under pressure from fiscal constraints and political fears.
Jan 2025 National Call: Cleantech's Future: "Clear or Cloudy" under the IRA with Amena Saiyid (Cipher News) - Climate journalist outlines mixed future for $400B Inflation Reduction Act clean energy investments under Trump administration, with Republican states receiving 80% of funding but facing potential regulatory rollbacks.
Key updates and impacts of the final 45V Clean Hydrogen Production Tax Credit rule (3Degrees) - Treasury finalizes 45V Clean Hydrogen Production Tax Credit rules with $3/kg maximum credit, delayed hourly matching to 2030, and expanded renewable energy sourcing options.
LCV Statement on Trump Rescinding Cuts to Essential Programs (LCV) - Trump rescinds program cuts after public backlash, but environmental group warns of continued threats to clean energy and essential environmental protections.
LCV Urges Senators to Oppose All Cabinet Nominees (LCV) - Environmental group urges Senate to reject all Trump cabinet nominees, citing anti-climate stances and Project 2025 agenda.
LCV Urges Senators to Oppose Project 2025 Author Russell Vought’s Nomination to serve as OMB Director (LCV) - Environmental group urges Senate to reject OMB Director nominee Russell Vought, citing his Project 2025 agenda to cut environmental programs and history of anti-regulatory stances.
LETTER: Re: Nomination of Governor Doug Burgum for Secretary of the Interior (LCV) - Environmental groups oppose Trump's Interior Secretary nominee Doug Burgum, citing oil industry ties and pro-fossil fuel agenda.
LiveEO | Legal Obligations for Companies Affected by EUDR (LiveEO) - EU Deforestation Regulation imposes strict legal obligations on operators and traders to ensure deforestation-free supply chains through comprehensive due diligence systems and monitoring.
LiveEO | Ensuring Legal Protection Against Supplier Non-Compliance (LiveEO) - Law firm CMS and LiveEO partner to provide comprehensive EUDR compliance services combining satellite monitoring and legal expertise for supply chain deforestation tracking.
LiveEO | Introduction to EUDR Legal Requirements and Best Practices (LiveEO) - EU Deforestation Regulation introduces strict legal requirements for companies to prevent trade in commodities linked to deforestation through enhanced supply chain traceability.
LiveEO | Legal Documentation Required for EUDR Compliance (LiveEO) - New EU deforestation regulation requires extensive legal documentation from companies to prove deforestation-free sourcing, including geolocation data, contracts, and supplier verification.
Living with Smoke in the Greater Yellowstone (Fire Networks) - Greater Yellowstone Fire Action Network develops community smoke-readiness plans to help residents and tourists cope with wildfire smoke impacts through monitoring, communication, and clean air spaces.
Maryland’s Renewable Energy Program: More Smoke and Mirrors Than Wind and Solar, New Report Alleges (Inside Climate News) - Maryland's renewable energy program has funneled billions in subsidies to out-of-state producers while failing to meet clean energy targets, achieving only 13% renewable generation against 32.6% goal.
Navigating Climate Information for Effective Policy-Making [Congressional Climate Camp Series] (EESI) - Congressional Climate Camp series launches with briefing on climate science fundamentals and policy tools to help lawmakers navigate complex climate data and solutions.
Pesticidas venenosos cuentan la historia de dos Californias (Inside Climate News) - California's pesticide regulators allow high levels of toxic fumigants near schools and farmworker communities despite known cancer risks, disproportionately affecting Latino and Indigenous children.
Pesticidas venenosos cuentan la historia de dos Californias (Inside Climate News) - California's pesticide regulators allow high levels of toxic fumigants near schools and farmworker communities despite known cancer risks, disproportionately affecting Latino and Indigenous children.
Power companies pressure Trump EPA to roll back rules on toxic coal ash (Canary Media) - Power companies urge Trump EPA nominee to roll back toxic coal ash regulations and enforcement actions in joint executive letter.
Power companies pressure Trump EPA to roll back rules on toxic coal ash (Energy News Network) - Major U.S. power companies urge Trump EPA nominee to roll back federal coal ash regulations and halt enforcement actions protecting groundwater from toxic contamination.
Pre-Budget 2025: Paving The Path To India’s Renewable Energy Goals (Ampin Energy) - India's renewable energy sector anticipates crucial policy support and financial incentives ahead of 2025 budget to boost domestic manufacturing and clean energy adoption.
Push for third-party rooftop-solar ownership in Wisconsin hits a snag (Canary Media) - Wisconsin appeals court dismissal blocks progress on third-party-owned residential solar installations, maintaining utility monopoly on power provision.
Reset or Purge? Trump EPA Dismisses Agency Science Advisers (Inside Climate News) - Trump administration dismisses all EPA science and clean air advisory board members in sudden move critics say aims to install industry-friendly replacements.
RFK Jr. Confirmation Hearing Highlighted His Inconsistency But Overlooked Climate and Environment (Inside Climate News) - RFK Jr. affirms climate change belief during HHS confirmation hearing despite alignment with Trump on other issues, while environmental and public health concerns remain largely unaddressed.
Senior Research Associate (Tyndall Centre) - Senior Research Associate position opens at University of East Anglia to lead climate resilient development research across CLARE programme starting March 2025.
Stop asking Californians when they will leave the state | Virginia Heffernan (The Guardian) - California wildfire survivors face insensitive pressure to relocate amid devastating losses, as experts emphasize need for community support over evacuation demands.
The Warmth That Keeps Us Coming Back (Fire Networks) - Fire leader reflects on importance of hospitality and human connection in firefighting culture amid growing health concerns for firefighters, including increased cancer risks.
Trump administration lifts Monday’s freeze on critical funding, but with an ominous threat (Southern Environmental Law Center) - Trump administration reverses federal grant funding freeze after court order, but signals continued withholding of environmental program funding.
Trump Administration’s Attack on Science Puts Health of American Families at Risk (EDF) - Trump administration's dismissal of EPA science advisors threatens public health protections and environmental safeguards based on scientific evidence.
Union Budget 2025 Expectations: A Push for Renewable Energy Growth with Subsidies, Incentives, Innovation (ampin.energy) - India's renewable energy sector anticipates major policy support and financial incentives in upcoming 2025 Union Budget to boost domestic manufacturing and clean energy adoption.
What Trump’s Billionaire-Filled Cabinet Could Mean for Clean Energy and the Climate Crisis (LCV) - Trump's proposed cabinet nominees, including climate deniers and fossil fuel executives, signal potential reversal of climate and clean energy policies if confirmed to key environmental positions.
White House rescinds memo freezing government spending (RenewableEnergyWorld) - White House abruptly rescinds controversial federal spending freeze memo after legal challenge blocks implementation of "anti-woke" funding restrictions.
Why Is ReBuild NC Involved in Disaster Management in Western North Carolina? (Inside Climate News) - ReBuild NC, despite previous mismanagement and governor's statement against involvement, takes $21.7M FEMA contract for Hurricane Helene disaster case management in Western North Carolina.
Writing Workshop towards finalization of the Djibouti national climate-informed DRR strategy and its action plan (UNDRR) - Djibouti conducts three-day workshop to finalize national climate-informed disaster risk reduction strategy and action plan ahead of April 2025 government validation.
Financial Management Best Practices Webinar: February 12, 1-2:30 PM ET (Environmental Protection Network) - Federal environmental agencies to host financial management best practices webinar for grant recipients amid administrative changes.
RFK Jr. is a Threat to Public Health and Unfit to Lead the Department of Health and Human Services (LCV) - Environmental group condemns RFK Jr.'s nomination for HHS Secretary, citing his promotion of vaccine misinformation and conspiracy theories.
Climate Conversations Are in the Cards (BlueDot Living) - Pennsylvania educators create climate conversation flash cards to facilitate non-confrontational discussions about environmental issues in conservative rural communities.
LiveEO | Strategies for Effective Corridor Management: Stakeholder Collaborations (LiveEO) - Power line operators navigate complex stakeholder relationships in ecological corridor management, balancing infrastructure needs with environmental conservation and landowner interests.
Renewables
Major offshore wind investment in UK, record solar projects in Netherlands and Poland, Ignite Power-ENGIE merger in Africa, plus breakthrough HJT module efficiency from Huasun reaching 720W
'A win-win for nature': Marine Recovery Fund promises to unlock up to £30bn in offshore wind investment (BusinessGreen) - UK government unveils Marine Recovery Fund to unlock £30bn investment for 13 offshore wind farms while reforming Marine Protected Areas.
BELECTRIC To Build Netherlands' ‘Largest’ Solar Farm (TaiyangNews) - BELECTRIC secures contract to build Netherlands' largest solar farm at 189 MWp in Groningen, featuring 300,000 modules and custom soil stability measures.
Bright Spots Of Solar Energy Cut Through The Clutter (CleanTechnica) - US solar developer Hecate Energy advances 47GW project pipeline despite political headwinds, securing major financing deals for solar and storage projects across multiple states.
GRYD raises £1m to harness 'untapped solar potential' of UK residential rooftops (BusinessGreen) - UK solar startup GRYD Energy raises £1m in pre-seed funding to expand residential rooftop solar subscription model nationwide.
Ignite Power To Acquire ENGIE Energy Access (TaiyangNews) - Abu Dhabi's Ignite Power acquires ENGIE Energy Access to become Africa's largest distributed renewable energy provider, serving 15 million people across 14 nations.
Iraq Plans To Add 1.75 GW Solar PV Projects (TaiyangNews) - Iraq's Ministry of Electricity plans 1.75 GW solar capacity addition to national grid, with 40% completion achieved and targets 12 GW solar by 2030.
Poland Added About 4 GW Of Solar Power In 2024 (CleanTechnica) - Poland adds 4GW of solar power capacity in 2024, with large-scale projects dominating installations as country moves away from coal dependence.
Solar power surged in 2024 (Environment America) - Solar power dominated U.S. energy capacity additions in 2024, accounting for 81% of new installations through November and generating six times more electricity than new natural gas capacity.
STMicroelectronics Signs 15-Year, 1.5 TWh Renewable Energy Purchase Deal with TotalEnergies (ESGToday) - STMicroelectronics signs 15-year deal with TotalEnergies to purchase 1.5 TWh of renewable energy for French manufacturing sites, marking first structured long-term green power agreement in France.
The Past, Present, and Future of Renewable Energy — Interview with LandGate CEO Yoann Hispa (CleanTechnica) - LandGate CEO discusses how AI, remote work, and renewable energy growth are reshaping energy development through data-driven land acquisition processes.
TOP SOLAR MODULES: Power Ratings By Technology (TaiyangNews) - Huasun's HJT solar modules lead industry power ratings reaching 720W in 2024, while TOPCon, PERC, and IBC technologies show varied improvements in maximum power output.
Transport
VW halts US ID.7 launch amid Trump concerns, while Lucid adds Tesla NACS charging, Flexis debuts urban EVs with Renault-Volvo, and Baleària launches Spain-Morocco electric ferry route
'There is no trade off between growth and net zero': Reeves confirms controversial backing for third Heathrow runway (BusinessGreen) - UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms controversial support for Heathrow's third runway while claiming expansion compatible with net zero goals.
1st EV Casualty of Trump Election: Volkswagen ID.7? (CleanTechnica) - Volkswagen cancels US launch of ID.7 electric sedan amid Trump election concerns and potential EV incentive cuts.
EDF, Allies, Move to Defend California Clean Car and Truck Standards in Court (EDF) - Environmental groups file legal motions to defend California's clean vehicle emission standards against industry challenges in federal appeals court.
Electric vehicles: a shift in the resource landscape for the transportation market, by Paul Mier (Energy Central) - Global shift to electric vehicles could transfer resource control from OPEC nations to lithium-rich South America, China, Australia and DR Congo as battery metals become critical.
Extending EV Range With Solar Roof Rack (TaiyangNews) - DartSolar develops 2,000W expandable solar roof rack system capable of adding 40-mile range to EVs or powering small homes.
First 100% Green Corridor Between Spain & Morocco — Two 100% Electric “Fast Ferries” (CleanTechnica) - Spanish ferry operator Baleària launches first zero-emission electric ferry corridor between Spain and Morocco with two 100% electric fast ferries capable of 18-mile crossings.
Flexis Offers Vehicles & Embedded Solutions for Connected, Electrified Urban Logistics (CleanTechnica) - Flexis unveils three electric urban delivery van models with embedded logistics solutions, set for 2026 European launch through Renault-Volvo-CMA CGM partnership.
Lucid Comes Back From The Brink, With Tesla Supercharger Promise Fulfilled (CleanTechnica) - Lucid Group integrates Tesla's NACS charging standard into new Gravity SUV, enabling access to 20,000+ Superchargers while achieving 450-mile range.
Scepticism in Whitehall that Heathrow plan can be reconciled with climate targets (The Guardian) - UK government faces internal skepticism over Heathrow Airport's third runway expansion plans' compatibility with national climate targets.
Sean Duffy Targets Biden’s Fuel Economy Standards (Heatmap News) - Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy signs order to roll back Biden-era fuel economy standards aimed at reducing vehicle emissions.
Transportation Firm Deathwatch: Hydrogen & EVTOLs (CleanTechnica) - Analysis predicts mass failures of hydrogen transport and eVTOL aircraft companies in 2025 due to technical limitations, regulatory hurdles, and unrealistic business models.
Trump Moves to Make Drivers Pay More at the Pump (NRDC) - Trump administration moves to roll back 2027 vehicle fuel efficiency standards, potentially costing drivers $23 billion more in fuel costs.
Turmoil In The US Could Roil Global Auto Industry (CleanTechnica) - New US administration's proposed 25% tariff on foreign-made vehicles threatens to disrupt global auto industry, potentially raising car prices and slowing EV adoption.
What would Heathrow third runway mean for pollution, emissions and noise? (The Guardian) - Heathrow's proposed third runway could increase flights to 720,000 annually, raising concerns over carbon emissions, noise pollution affecting 300,000 new residents, and air quality impacts.
31% of Tesla Owners in Netherlands Consider Selling Their Cars Because of Elon Musk (CleanTechnica) - Survey reveals 31% of Tesla owners in Netherlands consider selling vehicles due to Elon Musk's controversial political statements and behavior.
BMW — Luxury Sells Well Down Under (CleanTechnica) - BMW's electric vehicle sales surge in Australia with 7,787 BEVs sold in 2024, representing over 30% of total BMW sales and making it the fourth-best selling EV brand in the country.
BP TravelCenters of America Charging Hub Opens In Florida (CleanTechnica) - BP opens first of 40 planned high-power EV charging hubs at TravelCenters of America in Jacksonville, featuring 12 ultrafast charging bays with 400kW capacity.
Taking the Bus: A Love Note to The Wave (Bluedot Living) - Nantucket's free electric bus service 'The Wave' transforms winter commuting with reliable schedules and sustainable transport through 2025.
Volvo Cars Looks To Bolster Its Growing EV Market Share In South Africa, Adds Flagship Volvo EX90 (CleanTechnica) - Volvo Cars expands EV presence in South Africa with flagship EX90 launch as company leads BEV market share following record-breaking EX30 sales.
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