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How the world’s top polluters are doing on their emissions reduction goals
The world’s top four greenhouse gas emitters, China, the United States, India and the European Union, set respective targets to reduce emissions. However, the progress toward achieving their climate goals has varied. China progressing ahead of clean energy targets China, the leading global emitter, accounts for roughly a third of the planet’s greenhouse gas output… -
Elon Musk’s Starlink coming to Apple’s iPhone, while astronomers express concern
Starlink is reportedly partnering with Apple and T-Mobile to bring its satellite internet access to iPhones. According to Bloomberg, the companies have secretly been testing out the service with the iPhone’s latest software update, released Monday, Jan. 27, now supporting the technology. T-Mobile partnered with Elon Musk’s SpaceX last year, launching a beta program for… -
EVs lost GM about $2B in 2023, but are now progressing toward profitability
After electric vehicles (EVs) lost General Motors (GM) $1.7 billion in 2023, the automaker is now saying these models became variable profit positive in 2024. While this marks progress for the company’s electric offerings, true profitability still has not been achieved. What does this news mean for GM? “We doubled our EV market share over… -
PETA suggests replacing Punxsutawney Phil with a ‘weather reveal’ cake
Groundhog Day is almost here, and animal rights organization PETA is calling for changes to the celebration once again. PETA, or “People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals,” is suggesting the town of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, replace the Punxsutawney Phil groundhog tradition with a “weather reveal” vegan cake. Typically, if the groundhog sees its shadow, it… -
Calif. lawmakers announce bill to make oil companies pay for natural disasters
California lawmakers introduced new legislation to hold oil companies accountable for their contribution to climate change and fueling deadly natural disasters like wildfires. Democratic State Sen. Scott Wiener announced the bill on Monday, Jan. 27, stating that the measure would allow victims of wildfires to sue California-based fossil fuel companies. The announcement follows weeks of… -
Utility releases new data after video allegedly ties it to igniting LA’s Eaton Fire
A preliminary analysis by utility company, Southern California Edison, reveals new information about what happened on the day one of the devastating Los Angeles fires was ignited. This comes as evidence also emerges alleging the company played a role in starting the deadly Eaton Fire. Southern California Edison, California’s second-largest power provider, has been accused… -
NASA’s X-59 jet ready to transform supersonic travel with flight in 2025
NASA is preparing to launch a groundbreaking aircraft across the United States that’s faster than the speed of sound, travels without the noise. The X-59, a joint project between NASA and Lockheed Martin, is designed to reach speeds of over 900 mph, shattering the sound barrier of 761 mph. Unlike traditional supersonic aircrafts, the X-59… -
New images reveal China working on massive nuclear fusion center: Report
Beijing appears to be building up its nuclear arsenal after a revelation that China is constructing a massive new nuclear fusion research center in the southwest city of Mianyang. Intelligence officials said the facility will be used to ramp up production of nuclear weapons and unleash new clean energy. The findings come from a report… -
Fire at one of world’s largest battery storage facilities sparks safety concerns
A significant California fire at the Moss Landing Power Plant in Monterey County, one of the world’s largest lithium-ion battery storage facilities, has raised concerns about the safety of such sites among local leaders. The heightened fears come as California increasingly transitions to renewable energy and electric vehicles, both of which require these batteries to… -
Tesla takes EU to court over tariffs on Chinese EVs
Tesla has filed a lawsuit against the European Union, challenging tariffs imposed on electric vehicle imports from China. The case, initiated by the Elon Musk-led company’s Shanghai subsidiary, was confirmed by the European Court of Justice on Monday, Jan. 27, though specific details about the legal arguments remain undisclosed. Why did the EU first impose… -
Economist predicts Trump’s executive orders will lower US energy prices
During his first week in office, President Donald Trump issued several executive orders reshaping U.S. energy policy, reversing measures from the previous administration. Key actions included halting permits for new onshore and offshore wind developments, resuming oil drilling leases in the Arctic and large areas of the U.S. coastline, and declaring a national energy emergency,… -
Solar overtakes coal in the EU for first time, a trend China has benefited from
Solar power has overtaken coal in the European Union’s electricity mix for the first time ever, according to a report released Jan. 23 by the energy think tank Ember. However, the success of solar in the EU is significantly benefiting Chinese manufacturers. How much of the EU’s energy total did solar and coal account for?… -
Energy trade group president optimistic about Trump’s policies for the sector
President Donald Trump discussed his declaration of a national energy emergency during the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, during the week of Jan. 19, saying the move would help “unlock the liquid gold under our feet” and “pave the way for rapid approvals of new energy infrastructure.” Increased oil production and the expedited permitting…