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Unloading coal exposure: Where are we and what can Chinese banks do?
To achieve climate goals, global coal use must decline sharply, and Chinese banks must drive the exit strategies.
Australia needs better ways of storing renewable electricity for later. That’s where ‘flow batteries’ can help
As Australia’s grid embraces renewables, flow batteries emerge as a promising solution for long-duration energy storage.
Moscow-backed enclave in Moldova feels pain from lack of Russian gas
Russia cuts gas to Transdniestria, crippling Moldova’s energy and escalating regional tensions amid EU gas supply struggles.
Illinois confident it can continue clean energy progress under Trump, but path expected to be harder
Illinois clean energy advocates rely on state laws like FEJA and CEJA to advance goals amid challenges from a Trump presidency.
Canada primed for more severe wildfire days, driven by dry forest fuel: study
Canadian forests face rising wildfire risks as climate change increases conditions for severe fires, warns new study.
Analysis: UK’s electricity was cleanest ever in 2024
In 2024, UK electricity was cleaner than ever, with CO2 emissions per unit down by over two-thirds compared to 2014.
End of Russian gas via Ukraine sparks unease in eastern Europe
Ukraine has halted Russian gas transit to Europe, prompting Moldova's state of emergency and Slovakia's threats of retaliation.
Still unable to find equipment makers, New Jersey offshore wind project seeks 2nd delay
New Jersey's offshore wind project seeks a second delay due to ongoing challenges in securing turbine equipment amid market volatility.
‘It isn’t a future thing.’ Climate change is taking a toll on Canada’s lighthouses
Nova Scotia and P.E.I. lighthouses face erosion from climate change, prompting relocations to protect coastal heritage.
Cocoa tops global commodities rally for 2nd year, steel ingredients struggle on China demand
Cocoa and coffee prices surged in 2024 due to global supply deficits, while steel-making coal struggled amid China's slow growth.
