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Extreme weather threatens Canada’s hydropower future
Extreme weather linked to climate change is plummeting Canada's hydropower output, affecting dam structures and energy exports.
COP29: Key outcomes agreed at the UN climate talks in Baku
COP29 in Baku concluded with agreements on increasing climate finance, advancing adaptation efforts, and setting stricter emissions targets.
US light vehicle sales to rise 6% in November, report says
U.S. light vehicle sales are projected to rise six per cent in November, driven by subcompact crossover demand, EV growth, and promotions.
Analysis: Lilium’s fall throws spotlight on air-taxi cash crunch
The air-taxi industry faces hurdles as Lilium exits, raising doubts about timelines and viability despite investor support.
We have officially advised our university to ditch carbon offsets — and focus on cutting emissions
Carbon offsetting fails to deliver net zero; experts urge universities to focus on emissions cuts, rewilding, and decarbonization efforts.
Evaluating Canada’s pledge to triple nuclear capacity
Canada, a nuclear energy leader since the 1950s, must modernize policy to triple nuclear capacity by 2050 and expand its global status.
Contentious COP29 deal shows climate cooperation fraying at edges
Among the biggest factors clouding the negotiations at COP29 was the return of climate skeptic Donald Trump as president of the U.S.
Business seeks details in face of mixed COP29 climate messages
If nations deliver clear climate policies next year, COP29 finance and carbon market deals could unlock billions in the business world.
Analysis: Climate finance’s ‘new era’ shows new political realities
Next year, Germany, Canada and Australia all hold elections in which conservatives less supportive of green policies stand chances of victory.
If Australian hot water heaters ran off daytime solar, we would slash emissions and soak up cheap energy
Electric water heaters can cut emissions and save money by using daytime solar, reducing grid stress and matching supply with demand.
