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NY Times - Global Warming and Climate Change
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11.28.23
As Groundwater Levels Fall in the U.S., Powerful Players Block Change
Here are some of the people fighting efforts to conserve a vital resource that’s disappearing across the United States. -
11.28.23
Documents Show Plan for Leader of COP28 Climate Talks to Promote Fossil Fuels
A leaked document has talking points for the president of the United Nations climate conference, who is an oil executive in the United Arab Emirates, to advance oil and gas deals. -
11.28.23
Could Biden’s Clean Energy Push Be a Victim of Its Success?
Thanks to the president’s signature legislation, solar energy manufacturing is booming in Georgia, a key state in the 2024 election. But the industry now worries that it could be too much and too fast.
The Guardian - Keep it in the Ground
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11.28.23
First transatlantic flight using 100% sustainable jet fuel takes off
Virgin Atlantic flight, partly funded by UK government, hailed by ministers but criticised by campaigners
The first transatlantic flight by a commercial airliner fully powered by “sustainable” jet fuel has taken off from London Heathrow.
Tuesday’s Virgin Atlantic flight, partly funded by the UK government, has been hailed by the aviation industry and ministers as a demonstration of the potential to significantly cut net carbon emissions from flying, although scientists and environmental groups are extremely sceptical.
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11.28.23
Australia needs ‘substantial increase’ in large-scale renewables projects to meet decarbonisation targets
Clean Energy Council data reveals that investment in renewables has fallen to lowest levels since 2018
New investments in solar and wind farms and batteries declined further in the September quarter, falling below one-tenth of the pace required for Australia to meet its decarbonisation targets for the electricity sector, the Clean Energy Council said.
As delegates gather in the United Arab Emirates for a global climate conference, Cop28, the latest data shows the capacity of new projects reaching final investment signoff in Australia was near its lowest level since the survey began in 2018.
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11.28.23
What are fire ants, and what will happen if these tiny killers take hold across Australia?
The invasive species has been found in NSW after crossing the border from Queensland, and can be deadly and damaging
Fire ants have been found in New South Wales. The invasive species can kill people and livestock, and damage infrastructure and ecosystems. Eradication requires a $2bn commitment – but experts warn those costs pale in comparison to the impacts of a nationwide infestation.
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