BC Hydro Net Metering Change: Shift to Flexibility
BC Hydro closes Rate Schedule 1289 on July 1, 2026, moving to 10¢/kWh export payments. NREL shows minimal cost impact below 3% penetration. A shift from passive credits to paid flexibility.
Collapse of Atlantic Currents May Already Be ‘Locked In’
Study warns AMOC collapse may be locked in with 10% chance. Northern Europe could see temperature drops of 9-27°F, with higher risk from Greenland melt.
Kenya’s New Plastic Action Partnership: A Just Transition
Kenya launched NPAP Kenya at the Our Ocean conference to fight plastic pollution. The partnership aims for a circular economy, creating 11 million jobs by 2030.
Cut Construction Idle Waste: Fuel, Emissions & Costs
Learn how construction equipment idling burns fuel and increases costs. Use US DOE data and strategies to reduce idle time and emissions on your project.
Seed Collection Hope for Last Wild Tree from Chile
Conservationists collected 400 seeds from the last wild Dendroseris neriifolia on Robinson Crusoe Island, Chile. 24 viable seeds banked at Kew’s Millennium Seed Bank for restoration.
Preserving Climate Science: The Fight Against Erasure
After the Trump administration removed climate data from NOAA and EPA sites, scientists launched Climate.us and other independent projects to preserve and continue critical research.
California’s Huge EV Incentives for Ride-Hailing Drivers
California offers up to $20,300 for new ZEVs and $14,200 for used ZEVs to low-income rideshare drivers plus $1,170/year charging support. Learn more.
EU Urged to Reform State Aid for Cleantech Manufacturing Goals
An open letter urges the EU Commission to amend State Aid rules for cleantech manufacturing to enable output-based support, crucial for achieving 20% GDP target by 2035 and electrification goals.
Himalayan Pangolin Validated as Distinct Species After 189 Years
After 189 years, genomic and morphological evidence confirms the Himalayan pangolin as a distinct species from the Chinese pangolin, with immediate conservation implications.
US Divided: AI Enthusiasm vs. Data Center Backlash
Americans oppose AI data centers but embrace AI use. Protests block $130B in projects, but emissions may rise 64% in Utah alone.