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The UK's push to secure a deal over fossil fuels is being undercut by a decision to allow a new coal mine, MPs warn.

Global annual investment in low carbon technologies surpassed $US500 billion ($A650 billion) for the first time in 2020, overcoming a year complicated by the Covid-19 pandemic.

The post Electric vehicles help drive green investment to new global high in 2020 appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Taiwan’s Environmental Protection Administration (EPA) is consulting with other government agencies on the details of a carbon pricing proposal, saying such a mechanism is inescapable.

Exclusive: first factory production means recharging could soon be as fast as filling up petrol or diesel vehicles

Batteries capable of fully charging in five minutes have been produced in a factory for the first time, marking a significant step towards electric cars becoming as fast to charge as filling up petrol or diesel vehicles.

Electric vehicles are a vital part of action to tackle the climate crisis but running out of charge during a journey is a worry for drivers. The new lithium-ion batteries were developed by the Israeli company StoreDot and manufactured by Eve Energy in China on standard production lines.

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The 1GW Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park in the United Arab Emirates has reportedly begun powering the production of aluminium, a world first.

The post Dubai solar park says it has started powering aluminium production appeared first on RenewEconomy.

First Volvo FL Electric truck lands on Australian shores, destined for trials and evaluation with Australian logistics and supply chain company Linfox.

The post First Volvo FL electric truck reaches Australian shores appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Tesla has quietly unveiled its a new standalone solar inverter, based on the technology used in the Powerwall 2, completing its fully-integrated household energy system.

The post Tesla unveils standalone inverter, “completing” home solar product line-up appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Victoria government study to examine how solar panels could be used to protect fruit orchards and other food crops from extreme heat events.

The post Shaded, not stewed: Solar study examines how PV could protect fruit orchards appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Australian carbon spot price climbs again, as pressure continues to grow for the Morrison government to commit to a more ambitious net-zero emissions target.

The post Coalition feels the heat as carbon spot price hits 10-month high appeared first on RenewEconomy.

New study finds coordinated state government policies could be key to breaking down the barriers to installing solar for renters.

The post State governments key to unlocking rooftop solar for renters, says thinktank appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Communities living at the margins are often more vulnerable to disaster risk, a problem likely to be exacerbated by climate change. Jonatan A Lassa, Senior Lecturer, Humanitarian Emergency and Disaster Management, College of Indigenous Futures, Arts and Society, Charles Darwin University Licensed as Creative Commons – attribution, no derivatives.

California offset prices are seen rebounding this year after being pushed to historic lows by the pandemic and limited compliance buying, but some traders fear emitters may have already procured enough to stunt the market's future demand.

How did Germany get its renewables so right – and what stumbling blocks might it encounter still?

The post Germany’s secret decarbonisation sauce: diverse participation in climate action appeared first on RenewEconomy.

The oil and gas industry has a massive methane problem, and it's going to get worse as COVID19 ramps up demand for fossil fuels.

The post Ticking fossil industry methane bomb must be defused: IEA appeared first on RenewEconomy.

Of the five cuisines examined, packaging from burger meals was responsible for the most emissions. Robert Crawford, Associate Professor in Construction and Environmental Assessment, University of Melbourne Licensed as Creative Commons – attribution, no derivatives.

The proposals which have gone to the council and could support hundreds of jobs include three launch pads for rockets.

The Renewable Energy specialist, (PPA/On-Site solar) will assume responsibility for working with Europe wide business clients to assist with the implementation of Kinect’s on-site solar and  Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) strategies. 

The Carbon Market Business Developer will identify and win new business in the carbon offset market and contribute to developing World Kinect’s carbon market position and visibility.

The Senior Sustainability Consultant will be responsible for supporting the Company’s sustainability technology and product offering across the USA and will partner with a broad range of business to business customers to develop long term and innovative sustainability solutions which supports their Company strategy.