Iceland is leveraging its geothermal energy resources, which include hot springs and volcanic activity, to provide heating and electricity for its homes and industries. Although the country is a leader in geothermal energy, there is still untapped potential deep beneath the surface. New research projects aim to explore these resources further, with international collaboration focusing on developing technologies to extract geothermal energy globally. The urgency for renewable energy sources is heightened, as countries commit to significantly increasing their renewable energy capacities by 2030.
Battery Energy Storage System Recommendations by Ontario Federation of Agriculture
The Ontario government is transitioning to a zero-emissions electricity system by phasing out natural gas power stations and replacing them with battery energy storage systems (BESS). This transition aims to accommodate the electrification of various sectors by 2050 and will utilize renewable energy sources like solar and wind. The focus is on ensuring that the development of BESS and renewable energy facilities considers the needs and concerns of local communities.
Fighting Climate Change With Microbes
Katharine Hayhoe Climate Scientist | Distinguished Professor, Texas Tech | Chief Scientist, The Nature Conservancy | Author, SAVING US August 6, 2024 A few weeks ago, I talked about how […]
On Being a Snowflake in an Avalanche: The Catastrophe of Overshoot and How to Cope
Global temperatures are at a 24,000-year high, with 2023 being the warmest year recorded. Early 2024 also broke temperature records. If current policies continue, global warming could reach ~2.7°C by the end of the century, severely impacting agriculture and making many areas uninhabitable. This may force 1 to 3 billion people to migrate by 2100, leading to global instability.
Households as Energy Investors and Other Good Economic Signals for Distributed Energy
The International Energy Agency (IEA) reports a significant increase in household investment in distributed energy resources since 2015, driven by rising incomes and technologies like rooftop solar and electric vehicles. In New York, distributed solar has outpaced utility-scale projects, benefiting local communities. Rooftop solar notably reduces energy costs for low-income families by up to 77%. Federal initiatives are directing investments towards electric vehicle infrastructure in these areas. There are calls to raise New York’s solar goal to 20 GW by 2035 for greater economic benefits.
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