COP29: CO2 emissions hit new high as climate action slows DW 11/13/2024Fossil fuel emissions are projected to rise in 2024, indicating insufficient progress towards climate targets like those set in the Paris Agreement.
'Ireland is a stand-out laggard on climate action' - taxpayers face bill of up to 26bn bill for government failures on targetsIreland is projected to incur significant penalties for failing to comply with EU emissions targets, possibly costing between €10-€26bn.
As Trump and Harris Vie for Fossil Fuel Supporters, the Climate Is LosingBiden's climate promises remain unmet, with emissions rising initially before falling in 2023, leaving the U.S. far from Paris Agreement goals.
Trees Alone Can't Stop Climate ChangeRelying on natural carbon sinks to offset ongoing emissions risks jeopardizing global climate goals.
AI Could Reshape Everything We Know About Climate ChangeDeepSeek's announcement challenges the belief that AI will significantly increase power demand and emissions.
Australia's biggest industrial polluter receives millions in carbon credits despite rising emissionsChevron's Gorgon gas plant received carbon credits while emissions rose, highlighting flaws in Australia's climate safeguard mechanism.
COP29: CO2 emissions hit new high as climate action slows DW 11/13/2024Fossil fuel emissions are projected to rise in 2024, indicating insufficient progress towards climate targets like those set in the Paris Agreement.
'Ireland is a stand-out laggard on climate action' - taxpayers face bill of up to 26bn bill for government failures on targetsIreland is projected to incur significant penalties for failing to comply with EU emissions targets, possibly costing between €10-€26bn.
As Trump and Harris Vie for Fossil Fuel Supporters, the Climate Is LosingBiden's climate promises remain unmet, with emissions rising initially before falling in 2023, leaving the U.S. far from Paris Agreement goals.
Trees Alone Can't Stop Climate ChangeRelying on natural carbon sinks to offset ongoing emissions risks jeopardizing global climate goals.
AI Could Reshape Everything We Know About Climate ChangeDeepSeek's announcement challenges the belief that AI will significantly increase power demand and emissions.
Australia's biggest industrial polluter receives millions in carbon credits despite rising emissionsChevron's Gorgon gas plant received carbon credits while emissions rose, highlighting flaws in Australia's climate safeguard mechanism.
We Aren't Being Told the Real Extent of AI Datacenter EmissionsGenerative AI's environmental impact is hidden due to lack of transparency from major tech firms about their emissions.
Microsoft signs massive carbon credit deal with reforestation startup Chestnut Carbon | TechCrunchMicrosoft is purchasing carbon credits to support reforestation, responding to emissions challenges linked to increased AI and cloud computing activities.
AI Has Helped Shein Become Fast Fashion's Biggest PolluterShein nearly doubled its emissions in 2023, raising concerns about sustainability in the fast-fashion industry.
Hyperscale sustainability is looking like a Hail MaryBig Tech's increasing data center emissions threaten sustainability pledges amid rising AI demand and power consumption.
We Aren't Being Told the Real Extent of AI Datacenter EmissionsGenerative AI's environmental impact is hidden due to lack of transparency from major tech firms about their emissions.
Microsoft signs massive carbon credit deal with reforestation startup Chestnut Carbon | TechCrunchMicrosoft is purchasing carbon credits to support reforestation, responding to emissions challenges linked to increased AI and cloud computing activities.
AI Has Helped Shein Become Fast Fashion's Biggest PolluterShein nearly doubled its emissions in 2023, raising concerns about sustainability in the fast-fashion industry.
Hyperscale sustainability is looking like a Hail MaryBig Tech's increasing data center emissions threaten sustainability pledges amid rising AI demand and power consumption.
The global battle against the climate crisis needs China. I am going to Beijing, and that's what I'll tell them | Ed MilibandThe UK must take global leadership in climate action despite contributing only 1% of global emissions.
Ukraine war raised flight emissions by 1% as planes rerouted, study saysThe war in Ukraine is exacerbating global carbon emissions through extensive flight path reroutes.
The global battle against the climate crisis needs China. I am going to Beijing, and that's what I'll tell them | Ed MilibandThe UK must take global leadership in climate action despite contributing only 1% of global emissions.
Ukraine war raised flight emissions by 1% as planes rerouted, study saysThe war in Ukraine is exacerbating global carbon emissions through extensive flight path reroutes.
Dems push to pump brakes on Gov. Kathy Hochul's 'nearly impossible' electric truck ruleState lawmakers seek to delay Hochul's emissions-free truck rule due to industry challenges.Proposed delay aims for realistic compliance timelines amid infrastructure issues.
Air pollution from AI could surpass that of all the cars in CaliforniaThe AI industry's data centers are significantly contributing to air pollution, potentially leading to 1,300 premature deaths and $20 billion in public health costs by 2030.
Google has walked back on its carbon-neutral promise due to energy-gobbling AIGoogle drops carbon-neutral promise for net-zero emissions by 2030.
Air pollution from AI could surpass that of all the cars in CaliforniaThe AI industry's data centers are significantly contributing to air pollution, potentially leading to 1,300 premature deaths and $20 billion in public health costs by 2030.
Google has walked back on its carbon-neutral promise due to energy-gobbling AIGoogle drops carbon-neutral promise for net-zero emissions by 2030.
Ontario says federal clean electricity regulations would add $35B in costs | CBC NewsOntario's proposed electricity regulations could lead to $35 billion in additional costs by 2050, dramatically affecting consumer energy bills and system reliability.
Mobility Committee hears public concern regarding expansion of MoPac - Austin MonitorCTRMA's MoPac expansion project faces public scrutiny amid concerns of increased traffic and environmental impacts, highlighting the need for aligning development with community values.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Praises Nuclear Energy to Power AI | EntrepreneurAI could require as much energy to power annually as Sweden's current consumption by 2027, pushing reliance on diverse energy sources including nuclear.
Most Plug-In Hybrids Never Get Plugged In. Here's How To Change ThatFleet operators are not charging their plug-in hybrids, undermining their environmental and efficiency benefits.
Do Plug-In Hybrids Get Plugged In? We Don't Know. And Carmakers Won't SayPHEVs offer a balance between electric and gasoline usage, but their effectiveness relies heavily on being regularly charged.
Most Plug-In Hybrids Never Get Plugged In. Here's How To Change ThatFleet operators are not charging their plug-in hybrids, undermining their environmental and efficiency benefits.
Do Plug-In Hybrids Get Plugged In? We Don't Know. And Carmakers Won't SayPHEVs offer a balance between electric and gasoline usage, but their effectiveness relies heavily on being regularly charged.
Google's emissions shot up 48% over five years due to AIGoogle's emissions rose significantly over five years due to increased AI usage, challenging its goal of carbon neutrality by 2030.
We are wasting $2 trillion a year chasing 'green' fantasiesGreen energy transition isn't displacing fossil fuels as expected, leading to increased energy consumption and emissions.
Google's emissions shot up 48% over five years due to AIGoogle's emissions rose significantly over five years due to increased AI usage, challenging its goal of carbon neutrality by 2030.
We are wasting $2 trillion a year chasing 'green' fantasiesGreen energy transition isn't displacing fossil fuels as expected, leading to increased energy consumption and emissions.
How our food choices impact global sustainabilityFood systems contribute to emissions and water consumption, impacting global sustainability.
London is getting a brand-new fleet of electric double-decker busesLondon Mayor Sadiq Khan approved a deal with Chinese manufacturer BYD for 100 electric double-decker buses, aiming to reduce emissions and costs.
Google's Emissions Climb 48%; Merger Agreement Reached for Paramount Global; Privacy Sandbox Testing Finds 33% Decline in CPMs - ExchangeWire.comGoogle's greenhouse gas emissions have surged by 48% due to energy consumption for AI products.Merger agreement reached for Paramount Global involving Skydance Media and National Amusements Inc.Privacy Sandbox testing reveals a 33% decline in CPMs, with challenges like attribution and measurement still to be addressed.
Why did Sweden's emissions drop in 2023 and what's in store for the future?Sweden's emissions decreased by 2% in 2023 mainly due to lower industry and electricity sector emissions.