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China commits to significant greenhouse gas reductions by 2035
China has committed to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions by 7-10% by 2035, marking its first absolute emissions reduction target, but critics say it falls short of what is needed to meet global climate goals, despite China's significant progress in renewable energy expansion.
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"Political Resistance and Regulations Stall EV Adoption"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Former President Trump has vowed to dismantle President Biden's electric vehicle policies and impose tariffs on imported E.V.s if re-elected. However, analysts believe that the E.V. market may have already reached a tipping point where it can continue growing without federal support, although a Trump presidency could slow down the transition, impacting efforts to combat global warming.
Senate Democrats Probe Trump's $1B Oil Industry Request
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Senate Democrats have launched an investigation into former President Trump's request for $1 billion from oil and gas executives during a recent dinner, suspecting a quid pro quo arrangement where Trump promised to repeal Biden's climate regulations in exchange for campaign funds.
Environmental Advocates Urge RFK Jr. to Withdraw Presidential Bid
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Nearly 50 environmental leaders and activists who worked with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. at the Natural Resources Defense Council are urging him to drop his independent presidential bid, citing concerns that his candidacy could siphon votes away from President Biden and potentially help elect former President Donald J. Trump. They have taken out full-page advertisements in six swing states calling on him to "Honor our planet, drop out," while a dozen national environmental organizations have labeled him a "dangerous conspiracy theorist and a science denier."
"Biden Protects Vast Alaskan Wilderness from Drilling and Mining in Major Environmental Victory"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
The Biden administration has expanded federal protections across millions of acres of Alaskan wilderness, blocking oil, gas, and mining operations in an effort to shield the land from drilling and mining. This includes denying a permit for an industrial road through the Gates of the Arctic National Park and banning drilling in more than half of the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska. These moves are part of a broader environmental effort ahead of Earth Day to cement President Biden's climate and conservation legacy, despite potential challenges from industry and Alaskan leaders.
"Biden Administration Takes Stand Against Ambler Road Project in Alaska's Wilderness"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
The Biden administration is expected to reject a proposed 211-mile industrial road through Alaskan wilderness to a large copper deposit, citing potential harm to wildlife and communities. The Interior Department intends to announce "no action" on the federal land where the road, known as the Ambler Access Project, would be built, with a formal denial of the project expected later this year. This decision is seen as a victory for environmentalists and aligns with President Biden's efforts to emphasize his credentials as a climate leader and conservationist in an election year.
"Biden Administration Raises Royalties for Drilling on Public Lands"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
The Biden administration has increased the royalties that fossil fuel companies must pay for drilling on public lands, marking the first rate hike in a century. This move aims to end the historically low fees enjoyed by the industry and align federal rates with those charged by states and private landowners. The new rules, part of a broader push for environmental protection and renewable energy expansion, are expected to raise costs for fossil fuel companies by about $1.5 billion through 2032.
"Unprecedented Ocean Heat Streak Continues, Baffling Climate Scientists"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
The ocean has been breaking temperature records every day for over a year, with 2024 continuing the trend of surpassing previous records by significant margins. The global sea surface temperature reached a new monthly high last month, contributing to a sequence of climate records being broken. Scientists are investigating the specific physical processes behind these temperature records to improve climate models and predict future temperatures more accurately. The abnormally warm tropical Atlantic is also setting the stage for a busy hurricane season due to higher ocean temperatures providing more energy for stronger storms.
"EPA Implements Strict Pollution Limits for US Chemical Plants in 'Cancer Alley'"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
The Biden administration has announced a new regulation from the Environmental Protection Agency targeting over 200 chemical plants to reduce toxic pollutants, specifically ethylene oxide and chloroprene, in an effort to decrease the risk of cancer for communities living near industrial sites, particularly in areas like Cancer Alley in Louisiana. This marks the first tightening of limits on pollution from chemical plants in nearly two decades, with a focus on areas with disproportionately Black or Latino communities experiencing elevated rates of cancer and respiratory problems.
"Revolutionizing Plastic Recycling: Insights from Industry Leaders"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Big companies like Procter & Gamble and Nestlé are banking on a new generation of recycling plants, known as "advanced" or "chemical" recycling, to help them meet their environmental goals, promising to recycle a wider range of products than current methods allow. However, the technology is struggling to deliver on its promise, despite being hailed by the plastics industry as a solution to the global waste problem.
"US Government Allocates $20 Billion for Community Climate Projects through 'Green Bank' Funding"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
The Environmental Protection Agency plans to award $20 billion in grants to eight nonprofits, ranging from $500 million to $6.9 billion, to spur clean energy projects in overlooked communities. The funds will be used to offer loans to businesses, homeowners, and others to promote clean energy across the country, particularly in low-income neighborhoods, with the goal of financing community-based climate projects.