January 15, 2025
Climate Change
Climate Change
President Biden’s American Climate Corps, aimed at creating green jobs to combat climate change, is shutting down ahead of Donald Trump’s inauguration. Launched in 2023 with a goa
Sacrifice Zones’: The New ‘Jim Crow’ That’s Sickening and Killing People of Color
Summary
This article delves into the concept of "sacrifice zones" and their impact on marginalized communities. The piece, originally produced by Earth | Food | Life, highlights the intersectionality of systemic racism, environmental hazards, and economic interests. The author draws attention to the disproportionate exposure to Brad Plumer reports on the Biden administration's announcement of plans to allocate up to $7 billion to establish seven regional hydrogen hubs across the United States. These hubs aim to produce and utilize clean hydrogen, a fuel with the potential to power various sectors without emitting planet-warming gases. Hydrogen is viewed as a key player in combating climate change, but its widespread production without greenhouse gas emissions remains a challenge. The grants will support regions on the Gulf Coast, Mid-Atlantic, Appalachia, Midwest, Upper Midwest, Pacific Northwest, and California. The funding announcement was made by President Biden and Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm at the Port of Philadelphia, emphasizing the transformative potential of clean hydrogen in creating a sustainable energy future in America. The article discusses the challenges of manufacturing clean hydrogen and the competition among states to secure federal funding for hydrogen hubs. The funds, part of the bipartisan infrastructure law, aim to jump-start a hydrogen economy and contribute to cleaner energy solutions.
pollution, toxins, and industrial activities faced by low-income and minority populations, often leading to severe health consequences. The term "sacrifice zones" refers to areas near pollution hotspots where residents bear the health and environmental costs for the economic gains of others. The article explores the roots of environmental racism, emphasizing the need for legislative action to address these injustices. It also discusses recent executive orders by President Biden aimed at advancing environmental justice and calls for stronger legislation at local, state, and federal levels to eliminate the existence of sacrifice zones.
January 15, 2025
Climate Change
Climate Change
As President-elect Donald Trump prepares for a second term, state-level climate initiatives are poised to counteract federal rollbacks. States like California, bolstered by the U.
January 14, 2025
Energy Justice
Energy Justice
The Center for Microgrid Research at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota, not to be confused with the University of St. Thomas in Houston, Texas, is expanding its efforts to
January 9, 2025
Climate Change
Climate Change
New York City has implemented congestion pricing, making it the first U.S. city to adopt this policy, which charges vehicles entering Manhattan below 60th Street. The plan aims to
January 9, 2025
Energy Justice
Energy Justice
Jimmy Carter’s presidency made energy a central political issue in the U.S., emphasizing reduced oil dependency and energy conservation. As president, Carter created the Departmen
January 9, 2025
Climate Change
Climate Change
Texas is experiencing a rapid increase in microgrid adoption as extreme weather events, such as Winter Storm Uri in 2021 and Hurricane Beryl in 2024, expose vulnerabilities in the
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Climate Change
Climate Change
New research highlights the growing prevalence of "weather whiplash," rapid shifts between extreme rain and drought, as a hallmark of climate change. In Los Angeles, this phenomen
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Climate Change
Climate Change
Florida faces a looming water crisis as climate change, rapid population growth, and overuse of groundwater threaten its freshwater supply. The state relies on aquifers for 90% of
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Climate Change
Climate Change
New Clark City, a $2.5 billion project in the Philippines, is designed to be a climate-resilient urban hub with plans for green infrastructure, renewable energy, and flood-resista
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Climate Change
Climate Change
President Biden’s new ban on offshore oil and gas drilling excludes the western Gulf of Mexico, the area responsible for 97% of U.S. offshore oil production. The ban protects the
UN Special Rapporteur Elisa Morgera has called for fundamental reforms to the global climate regime, criticizing the current system as ineffective and dominated by misinformation
January 4, 2025
Climate Change
Climate Change
Rising sea levels caused by climate change threaten to severely damage 13 major oil ports globally, including key facilities in Saudi Arabia, the US, China, and the Netherlands. A
January 3, 2025
Climate Change
Climate Change
In a landmark decision, the Montana Supreme Court ruled 6-1 in favor of 16 youth plaintiffs in *Held v. Montana*, affirming their constitutional right to a “clean and healthful en
January 3, 2025
Climate Change
Climate Change
AI-driven weather forecasting models are proving faster, cheaper, and more accurate than traditional numerical methods reliant on expensive supercomputers. These tools leverage ma
January 3, 2025
Energy Justice
Energy Justice
Elon Musk, alongside Vivek Ramaswamy, will lead the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) under President-elect Donald Trump. Tasked with cutting $2 trillion in federal spend