Potential Solar Project for Ada and Canyon County
July 11, 2024
Farmers, neighbors, and experts debated a 24-hundred-acre solar project in Ada County for nearly four hours.
Hydropower Around the World Sees Recovery After Historic Decline
July 10, 2024
“Hydropower set to rebound in 2024 after a five-year low in 2023, driven by increased precipitation and snowmelt in key areas.”
NASCAR unveils its inaugural electric car, marking a new era in racing innovation
July 9, 2024
NASCAR unveiled an electric stock car with 1,300 horsepower, marking a significant step toward reducing its carbon footprint.
Evaluating Long-Duration Energy Storage in Microgrids for Military and Native Lands Use
July 9, 2024
“LDES enhances microgrid resilience, aiding U.S. military and tribal communities. DOE targets $50/kWh, promising cost cuts.”
Environmental Impact of PFAS in Lithium-Ion Batteries
July 9, 2024
Lithium-ion batteries power the EV industry but pose environmental risks due to PFAS. A new study finds PFAS in these batteries.
Global Temperature Surpasses Pre-industrial Levels for 12 Consecutive Months
July 9, 2024
Last month marked the first-ever 12-month period where Earth’s average temperature exceeded a 1.5°C rise above the pre-industrial baseline.
Examining the Complexities of Oil and Gas Waste Management
July 9, 2024
Injection wells are vital for oil and gas waste disposal, but concerns about environmental and health risks persist, as detailed in journalist Justin Nobel’s book “Petroleum-238: Big Oil’s Dangerous Secret and the Grassroots Fight to Stop It.”
Rapid EV Adoption Faces Persistent Charging Infrastructure Challenges
July 8, 2024
EV sales are rising with over a million EVs sold in the U.S. last year. However, charging issues remain a major barrier to adoption.
Encouraging Compact Living Across Europe
July 8, 2024
Future EU housing policy must provide adequate housing while reducing resource use. Smaller apartments in attractive areas can help.
Labour Ends Tories’ Controversial Ban on Onshore Windfarms | Wind Power
July 8, 2024
The Labour government has lifted the ban on new onshore windfarms, delighting environmentalists and energy experts.
Averting a Return to 1930s Protectionism
July 8, 2024
Global trade “is not having the best of times,” says WTO’s Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, citing rising protectionism and fragmentation.
Decarbonizing the Baltic-Finnish Gas Market: A Necessity and an Opportunity
July 8, 2024
Transitioning existing natural gas infrastructure with renewable electricity and improved efficiency is key for a resilient energy future.