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Storms across US bring heavy snow, dangerous ice and a tornado in California

A tornado near a mall in central California swept up cars, uprooted trees and sent several people to the hospital.

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Collaboration on steel and cement emissions standards is crucial for global markets

For industry, interoperable standards can provide a common language to facilitate global markets and help accelerate the energy transition.

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Smart windows could be the next big thing in renewable heating

Smart windows, especially thermochromic types, could transform energy efficiency in buildings by reducing heat transfer and emissions.

Parliamentary Budget Officer Yves Giroux waits to appear at the Standing Committee on Natural Resources on Parliament Hill, Monday, Nov. 18, 2024 in Ottawa. Giroux estimates Canada's tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, aluminum and steel will increase federal revenues by $473 million over five years.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
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Tariffs on Chinese EVs, aluminum and steel to raise federal revenues by $473M: Canada’s PBO

Canada's tariffs on Chinese EVs, steel, and aluminum are expected to cut imports and boost federal revenues by $473M over five years.

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Live in an apartment and want to charge an electric car at home? Here are four ways to help that happen

Experts highlight grants, education, and streamlined planning as key to overcoming challenges in installing EV chargers in apartments.

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Most greenhouse gas emissions come from cities. Why not involve them in NDCs?

Collaboration between national and subnational governments — cities, states, and regions — can strengthen NDCs under the Paris Agreement.

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Experts say China can peak coal consumption by 2025 amid clean energy expansion

HELSINKI / BEIJING, 27 November 2024 - A majority of experts surveyed believe China is on track to peak coal consumption by 2025....

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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.

An Ideal Heating heat pump is seen in front of a cottage in Newbiggin-on-Lune, Britain, February 18, 2024. REUTERS/Suzanne Plunkett/ File Photo
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Britain announces plan to boost heat pump uptake

Most of Britain’s homes are heated by gas — but the government wants to change that.

Bernadine Gibson, 82, talks about leaks in her kitching ceiling and how she is looking forward to renovations to the building her family has lived in for 27 years, Monday, Nov. 18, 2024, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)
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US apartment buildings wrap up $1B in HUD funds for lower utility bills and climate upgrades

HUD's $1.4B Green Retrofit Program updates affordable housing, focusing on energy efficiency, cost savings, and climate resilience.

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