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Big Tech Carbon Credit Purchases Surge 800x Since 2022
Big Tech's carbon credit purchases have surged roughly 840-fold in a single year to offset AI-driven emissions growth, but a 25-year peer-reviewed review concludes the offsets themselves are largely i
WFP: 45M More at Risk of Acute Hunger From Iran War
The US war against Iran has displaced over a million Lebanese and shut down most Strait of Hormuz shipping, with the World Food Programme warning 45 million more people could face acute hunger by mid-
England Land Plan: Just 1% for Renewables by 2050
England's first-ever land-use framework says just 1% of land will be needed for renewables by 2050, arguing there are no 'false choices' between farmland, nature, housing and clean energy.
Oil Surges Past $100 on Iran War, Economists Warn
Oil prices surged past $100 per barrel for Brent crude as the Iran war effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, with economists warning that American consumers—particularly low-income households—will
Hochul Moves to Scrap New York's 2030 Climate Target
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed eliminating the state's 2030 greenhouse gas reduction target and replacing it with a 2040 target, while also delaying implementation of emission-reduction regulatio
Energy crisis deepens amid Iran war disruptions
The ongoing Iran war has severely disrupted global energy markets, prompting the International Energy Agency to advise drastic measures like remote work and reduced highway speeds, while also preparin
Waynesville Installs Six Free Level 2 EV Chargers
Waynesville, North Carolina, unveiled six new Level 2 EV chargers at its recreation park that provide free charging, part of the town’s push toward carbon neutrality by 2050 and will cost less than $2
Carbon Brief Climate Quiz 2026: Emissions Impossible Wins
The 11th Carbon Brief climate quiz on 18 Mar 2026 saw 300 experts from 39 teams compete, hosted by Octopus Energy in London, with India's CEEW team 'Emissions Impossible' clinching the top spot with 7
Denmark solar farms face rural backlash
Denmark faces growing rural resistance to solar farms amid national elections, as rightwing parties frame the green transition as an urban elite imposition on farmland, despite broad public support fo
Attacks in Iran and Qatar lift oil and gas prices
Recent attacks on energy facilities in Iran and Qatar have sent oil and natural gas prices soaring, threatening long-term production recovery in the Persian Gulf. This comes as the **Trump Administrat
Tesla negotiates $2.9B Chinese solar equipment deal
Tesla is negotiating a $2.9 billion purchase of Chinese‑made solar‑manufacturing equipment, a decisive move toward Elon Musk’s goal of 100 GW of U.S. solar capacity by 2028 as the firm shifts away fro
Leslie urges travelers to choose responsible tourism
Leslie’s column response to a reader’s travel‑guilt dilemma offers a compassionate framework for reconciling personal wanderlust with climate concerns, urging reflective choices, responsible tourism,
EU Coalition Backs Clean Vehicles Rule, Demands Stronger ZEV Targets
A coalition of European businesses, cities, and civil society groups issued a joint position paper backing the EU Clean Corporate Vehicles Regulation while pushing co-legislators to strengthen its zer
Ember reports record 814 GW wind & solar added in 2025
In 2025 the world installed a record 814 GW of wind and solar capacity, pushing total renewable generation past 4 TW and delivering enough electricity to offset a sizable share of global gas‑fired pow
Hyundai, Chevy, Kia offering $10,000 off EVs
With gas prices up 33% in a month and the $7,500 federal EV tax credit gone, Hyundai, Chevy, Kia, and Toyota are offering up to $10,000 off popular electric models through April 30, 2026, with 0% APR
LEGO installing 22 MWp solar park at Virginia factory
LEGO is installing a 22 MWp ground-mounted solar array plus rooftop panels at its new Chesterfield County, Virginia factory, a major step toward running the site on 100% renewable electricity.
US EV models pulled amid tariffs, policy cuts
A wave of US EV model cancellations—including Volvo’s EX30, Ford’s F‑150 Lightning and Hyundai’s IONIQ 6—has hit the market as Republican policy cuts and 100% Chinese‑EV tariffs drive prices up and de
Genesis GV90 Spotted at Tesla Supercharger, Shows Size
Genesis GV90, Hyundai’s upcoming full‑size electric SUV, was photographed charging at a Tesla Supercharger next to a Hyundai IONIQ 5, confirming its large dimensions and native NACS port while hinting
Anker SOLIX Power Bundles Drop to $749
Anker’s Spring Sale slashes prices on its SOLIX power stations, bundling alternator chargers at record lows and offering exclusive discounts for bulk purchases, while expanding capacity options and ou
BMW to launch new i3, discontinue i4 after 2026
BMW announced its next‑generation i3 EV will debut later this year, while the i4 Gran Coupe will be phased out after the 2026 model year, reshaping the brand’s electric lineup.
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