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"Ocasio-Cortez and Sanders Introduce Green New Deal for Public Housing Renovation"
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"Biden Administration Implements New Emissions Rules to Accelerate Electric Vehicle Adoption"
The Biden administration has announced new vehicle emissions standards aimed at cutting greenhouse gas emissions in half by 2032, with a slower implementation pace than initially proposed, in response to opposition from automakers and labor unions. The rules set performance standards for reducing greenhouse gases per mile, allowing for flexibility in meeting targets with hybrid vehicles also considered. Environmental groups have called for more aggressive action, but the administration hopes these rules, combined with financial incentives, will drive greater adoption of electric vehicles and contribute to the president's climate goals.
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"Kentucky Implements New Taxes and Laws for Electric Vehicles in 2024"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Electrek.co
Kentucky has introduced two new taxes on electric vehicles (EVs) that are higher than the taxes on gas vehicles for equivalent energy usage. EV owners now face a $120 annual registration fee and an additional tax at public charging stations, which is 3 cents per kilowatt-hour, or 6 cents on state property. These taxes are significantly higher than the state's gas tax and disproportionately affect apartment dwellers and commuters who rely on public charging. The rationale behind the taxes is the misconception that EVs do not contribute to road maintenance costs, despite evidence that heavy trucks cause most road damage. Critics argue that these taxes are counterproductive, especially since Kentucky aims to be a leader in EV manufacturing and could benefit from cleaner air associated with increased EV usage.
"Congo's President Tshisekedi Secures Re-Election Amidst Global Climate Watch and Election Controversies"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Wall Street Journal
Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi has been re-elected with 73% of the vote amidst election delays and a hunger crisis. His second term is particularly significant for global climate change efforts due to the Democratic Republic of Congo's extensive forests and mineral wealth, which are crucial for environmental conservation and sustainable resource management.
"Viral Video Raises Concerns for Future of Argentina's President-elect"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo News
A viral video of Argentina's president-elect, Javier Milei, has raised concerns about his rejection of fact-based climate science and his plans to abolish crucial government departments, including the Ministry of the Environment and Sustainable Development. Milei, known for his far-right views, aims to expand mining and agriculture operations in the country, which could boost the economy but cause significant environmental damage. With Argentina already facing droughts and heat waves, his anti-environmental policies will further strain fragile ecosystems. Mining for minerals like lithium often occurs near Indigenous communities, leading to displacement, water depletion, and conflicts. Milei has also expressed support for companies to freely pollute rivers and has rejected the Paris Agreement on climate change.
Assessing the Cultural and Environmental Impact of Trump's Border Wall
Originally Published 2 years ago — by POLITICO
The Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a report stating that the border wall championed by former President Donald Trump caused significant damage to the environment and Native American cultural sites. The construction of the 450-mile barrier disregarded environmental and historic preservation laws, resulting in harm to endangered species, disrupted water flow, and destruction of sacred sites. The report also highlighted negative effects caused by the Biden administration's pause on construction, including incomplete drainage systems and unfinished reclamation work. The GAO recommended that Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) evaluate the impacts of the barrier and work with the Interior Department to implement mitigation actions, with input from tribes and communities along the border. CBP and Interior have agreed to implement the recommendations.