“If all that weren’t enough, there’s also the roughly 20 to 100-fold increase in land use that comes with using green machines to replace hydrocarbons. And, of course, there’s the mother’s milk of a Green New Deal, the trillions of dollars in subsidies, necessarily funded by increased costs and taxes for all consumers."
This Century-Old Law Is Holding American Shipping Back
Ending dredging protectionism would put American taxpayers and consumers first.
The State of Carbon Capture, Removal and Utilization
“It's become increasingly clear that we're unlikely to reach net-zero at any significant scale without some pretty heavy carbon management. That means carbon capture, carbon removal and carbon utilization.”
Arizona’s Net-Zero Plan Unites Democrats and Republicans
Dan Gearino of InsideClimate News writes that Arizona’s net-zero plan unites Republicans and Democrats. “With a 4 to 1 vote last week, the Arizona Corporation Commission approved a plan requiring regulated utilities in the state to move to 100 percent carbon-free electricity by 2050. The plan includes interim targets of 50 percent carbon-free energy by...
Why regulatory hurdles need to be overcome for clean energy expansion
"By adopting a holistic approach that focuses on regulatory reform, reducing government bureaucracy, and moving away from abusive litigation practices, we can surmount the barriers hindering the transition towards a sustainable energy future."
How to Talk to Your Relatives About Nuclear Energy During the Holidays
“When your great-aunt talks about how dangerous nuclear energy is, you can allay her fears. Nuclear energy is actually one of the safest industrial professions, for workers and the larger local communities.”
Pepsico Pledges Net-Zero Emissions By 2040
“To achieve its goals, PepsiCo wants to focus on sustainable agriculture using low emission fertilisers, precision technology and regenerative practices to improve soil health, biodiversity and productivity; alongside maximizing efficiency in its supply chain and adopting low or zero emission fuel transport.”
Biden Administration’s Tariffs Will Hurt Consumers and Clean Energy Deployment
Tariffs will tax consumers, raise costs, and slow down implementation.
NC ‘primed for $100bn US offshore wind bonanza’
"North Carolina could potentially attract a $100bn market opportunity from the growing offshore wind energy industry, according to a report released by the North Carolina Department of Commerce."
President Biden’s Eco-Moonshot Should Use Markets, Not Mandates
"The administration should use this moment to explore newer, more-creative market-based solutions. Indeed, whatever its instincts to the contrary, this would be its best chance of success."