New book sets out 'the human side of the renewable energy revolution' - read an extract here.
… Renewable energy: planning a just transition … Carr-Wilson | 28th November 2018 News Renewable Energy Thought Leaders … New book sets out 'the human side of the renewable energy revolution' - read an extract …
It will take decades to completely leave fossil fuels, writes Richard Heinberg. But we can do it, starting with the easy stuff: going big time for wind and solar, raising energy efficiency, replacing oil-fuelled vehicles, and moving to organic farming. But deeper changes will follow as we transition to a more enduring sustainability - consuming better, and much less.
… The transition to 100% renewable energy: because we have no choice … Heinberg | 18th March 2016 News Energy Renewables Fossil Fuels Farming Organic … better, and much less. If our transition to renewable energy is successful, we will …
The Labour party conference adopted the most radical climate policy of any in a G20 economy - but there will be battles ahead: with the leadership, and with union bosses.
… the electricity to users) would stay private. Renewables It is hard to see how a Labour … reasons: 1. Modern electricity technologies – renewables, plus networks that distribute … are left in corporates’ hands, the shift to renewables will never happen on any timescale …
Ecological and energy literacy are necessary if we’re to understand what is happening to us and why, and to develop productive ways to respond.
… is a rapid transition from fossil fuels to renewables. An all-renewable society will be more equitable by … to not only transition from fossil fuels to renewables but also to reshape our economic, …
Coalition of environment and social justice groups in Southern Africa calls on the ANC to take decisive action on climate justice.
… a clean and just energy future driven by renewables. Public demand SAFCEI calls on the … clear that the benefits of transitioning to renewable energy – such as the obvious … a national level. "And yet, by developing our renewable energy industry, the government …
The decision to postpone constructing a new nuclear plant in Wales has left a hole in the UK’s post-Brexit, low carbon energy plans.
… | 29th January 2019 News Thought Leaders UK Renewables Nuclear Electricity EU Brexit Low … contentious and yet to be agreed. More renewables In 2008, the Labour government set … while the remarkable drop in the cost of renewables and flexible energy sources is …
Frontline communities are showing the way to a 'post-extractive' renewable energy transition that is socially just and ecologically viable.
… Change Extractivism Mineral Extraction Renewables Capitalism Economic Growth Degrowth … are showing the way to a 'post-extractive' renewable energy transition that is socially … of the minerals and metals critical to the renewable energy transition, whilst expanding …
Returning carbon to the soil can help us produce better food and fight climate breakdown.
… best example of how society can shift to a renewable food system. Cultural shift Making … become the norm in a few short decades and renewable energy is scaling rapidly. However, … along the same lines as the transition to renewable energy—we must fund the transition …
European politicians are enthralled to the biofuels lobby - they are living a fantasy and it’s time to wake up to the reality of an industry driving deforestation, land grabbing and poverty, says MOLLY SCOTT CATO MEP
… the mythical Emerald City when it comes to renewables, stubbornly clinging to the idea … of evidence has directly linked the 2009 EU Renewable Energy Directive (RED) with land use … is needed to meet the EU’s biofuel demands. Renewables policy in the EU has massive global …
Sustainable improvements for energy efficiency are far more affordable when homeowners take a strategic approach to their changes.
… Folk | 21st May 2019 News Energy Efficiency Renewable Energy Green Home Thought Leaders … of tax credits and government incentives for renewable energy. Government Incentives … in their installation costs when they pursue renewable energy tax credits. Under the …
As the World Bank welcomes its new boss, he must fulfil its mission to prevent climate change by bringing clean energy to those currently in the dark.
… areas have access to electricity. Off-grid renewables, like small solar systems, often … is working with Tearfund to pilot off-grid renewable projects and to advocate for greater … as much as 150,000 TZS ($66). Off-grid renewables can help support small businesses, …
Fossil fuel subsidies have been reinstated in Ecuador following violent protests. Still, 'people's demands for a safe, stable economy and environment are not being listened to.'
… report states: “An energy plan that promotes renewable energy and prudent use of oil and … pressures in the energy sector. Once built, renewable energy has no fuel cost. And renewable costs are expected to continue to …
The European Food Safety Authority is about to decide on a re-authorisation of glyphosate, a 'probable carcinogen', based on unpublished industry studies. In this Open Letter to the European Commissioner for Health and Food Safety, campaigners call on him to ensure an open, scientifically robust process - and to immediately restrict the herbicide.
Glyphosate - EFSA must make a full and open scientific assessment Jorgo Riss K. Jensen F. Veillerette | 6th November 2015 Comment EU Toxics Health Regulation Farming Food glyposate-spray-cut.jpg The …
Major funders of the pro-fossil fuel Global Warming Policy Foundation are always keen to speak out against public support for renewable energy, writes Brendan Montague. So how come they're so keen to help themselves to a fortune in farm subsidies?
… DeSmog.uk | 10th August 2013 Comment Energy Renewables Wind Economics Farming UK … keen to speak out against public support for renewable energy, writes Brendan Montague. So … cuts to small scale solar power. But while renewable energy subsidies remain in the …
Northern Ireland’s renewable heat scandal and constitutional issues explained.
… Government Arlene Foster Northern Ireland’s renewable heat scandal and constitutional … the Coghlin Report into Northern Ireland’s Renewable Heat Incentive … intended to boost uptake of non-domestic renewable heat, and the main systems involved …
Can we initiate a global green recovery, embedding economics within sound ecological parameters?
… food security. Mainstreaming efficient renewable energy The global climate emergency … off fossil fuels. In recent years, efficient, renewable energy technology has become cost … shift of subsidies from fossil fuels towards renewable energy is urgently needed. …
Amazon threat from soybean expansion delayed for a year - but 8 million hectares of unprotected forest at risk from 2015 pending new measures.
Brazil extends Amazon protection from soy farms The Ecologist | 3rd January 2014 News Amazon Brazil Food Farming Forests soy-rondonia.png Amazon threat from soybean expansion delayed for a year - but …
The Tory government has been caught out in what’s become known as a 'carbon fiddle'.
… Thought Leaders European Climate Foundation renewable_energy_on_the_grid.jpg The Tory … the UK lack of clear targets for emissions, renewable energy and energy efficiency, and a … our energy generation must come from renewables; we must insulate millions of homes …
A huge raft of environmental reforms is promised in the Labour Party's draft manifesto, writes Oliver Tickell. Among the highlights: a ban on fracking; a clean energy policy based on renewables and efficiency; no commitment to new nuclear power; to meet our Paris Agreement obligations on climate; to give companies a legal obligation to protect the environment; to retain all EU environment laws post-Brexit; and multilateral nuclear disarmament.
… on fracking; a clean energy policy based on renewables and efficiency; no commitment to … that 60% of the UK's energy comes from low or renewable sources by 2030. ... Labour's energy … energy back into public ownership to deliver renewable energy, affordability for consumers, …
Centre for Alternative Technology calls on UK and devolved Governments to create a Climate Emergency Action Plan targeting 2040 at the latest.
… Change Carbon Emissions Thought Leaders renewable_energy_on_the_grid.jpg Centre for … clean energy supplies through investment in renewables, and by transforming diets and … more having been trained through our renewable energy installers courses. "These …
Consumers are calling for greater sustainability across the board, and the agriculture industry is no exception.
… plentiful food for expanding communities. Renewable Doing this can reduce global food … environmentalists are advocating for more renewable sources to avoid depleting finite …
The UK Parliament became the first in the world to declare a climate and environment emergency this May Day. What next?
… to see massive, nation-wide investment in renewable energy, directing the billions … tidal and solar power. And, let’s be clear: renewable energy does not mean nuclear, it … not least in the huge expansion of renewable energy. We need to tax and rapidly …
Two critical markets are pursuing a stressed planet’s renewable resources, presenting policymakers with complex and difficult choices. The Worldwatch Institute’s latest look at Earth’s “vital signs” sees dangerous times ahead as the “sustainability crisis” unfolds. China Dialogue's Maryann Bird investigates
… markets are pursuing a stressed planet’s renewable resources, presenting policymakers … Flavin, “greatly increasing pressure on the renewable resources that nourish the economy. … 1,350 megawatts in 2006, thanks to a new renewable energy law, more than doubling its …
The Government has let down Britain with its repeated failures to seize the opportunities of green growth, healthy local food, better housing, environmental protection - and is instead pinning all its hopes on flawed, outmoded ideologies that betray our futures.
… develop technologies and build businesses in renewable energy and energy generation - … to have to fill fast. Instead of giving the renewables sector the long term policy … for percentage of energy generated from renewables. Well - at least we're ahead of …