"Restoring global forests where they occur naturally could potentially capture an additional 226 gigatons of planet-warming carbon, equivalent to about a third of the amount that humans have released since the beginning of the Industrial Era, according to a new study published on Monday in the journal Nature."
Boost circular economy to improve climate change and social cohesion
“Buying local food is sometimes seen as trendy and elite. Borrowing, buying used or fixing something is stigmatized as the second-choice option to purchasing new. The circular economy, if done right, could radically shift what we consider the provinces of the rich and poor. A circular economy that considers social dimensions would shift away from short-term convenience towards long-term satisfaction.”
R&D tax change is impeding American innovation
Congress and the Biden administration should make immediate expensing a permanent fixture of the tax code.
Nuclear Energy Is the Only Way to Achieve Maine’s Climate Goals
"Maine used to host a nuclear power plant that generated 119 billion kilowatt hours (kWh) of electricity — enough for the entire state’s energy needs. The Maine Yankee Atomic Power plant in Wiscasset provided good jobs and massive tax revenue for the town, with the plant contributing 91% of the town’s tax base in 1996. Plant employees who lived locally did not have to pay for their utilities, a great perk for many Wiscasset residents. After several referendums against the plant and maintenance that became too expensive to fix, Maine Yankee was closed in 1996. Today, almost 20 percent of Wiscasset residents live below the poverty line."
New White Paper Outlines How Policymakers Should Discuss Climate Change
While the U.S. should indeed reduce its carbon footprint in a way that is economically viable, CRES points out that there should be a greater emphasis on China and the developing world’s role.
The Folly of Neoisolationism and “Dark MAGA”
Neoisolationism is out of touch with American history and the will of the American people
Policies Meant to Address Climate Change Can Worsen Human Suffering
"It’s time to move beyond 'save the planet no matter what the cost' to 'saving the planet is about protecting the people on it in both the short and long term.' If we don’t accept this reframing, policies meant to reduce human suffering by addressing climate change can actually make that suffering worse. In the end, voters own this issue. We cannot support politicians based on slogans. We must hold them accountable for the results of their policies, taking all relevant factors into account."
Toyota’s VC Arm Pours $300 Million In Funds Targeting AI And Green Tech Startups
"Founded in 2017, Toyota Ventures began as Toyota AI Ventures, a subsidiary of the Toyota Research Institute. It rebranded to its current name in 2021, when Toyota committed an additional $300 million to the arm. In addition to Toyota Ventures, Toyota operates Woven Capital, a startup investment arm targeting 'growth-stage' ventures in automation and clean energy. Woven’s six portfolio companies include AI and machine learning startup Nuro, which has raised over $2 billion from investors including SoftBank, Baillie Gifford, Fidelity, Greylock and Tiger Global."
Can This New Sustainable Chocolate Improve the Industry’s Environmental Track Record?
ETH’s new ‘cocoa-fruit chocolate’ presents an innovative and environmentally-friendly option for eco-conscience chocolate lovers.
Countries Pledge to Triple Nuclear Power by 2050 at COP28
The Nuclear Energy Declaration is a major step in helping countries meet their climate goals and represents the most ambitious international commitment to nuclear energy to date.