A Goldman School of Public Policy report presents how the USA can achieve 90% carbon-free electricity by 2035.
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Are Dams Effective in Preventing and Protecting us from Sea-level Rise?
A study on sea-level rise says that dam constructions in the 1970s have played a significant role in restricting sea-level rise.
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Smooth Roads Lead to Emission Reductions
A study reveals that maintenance of roads and highways can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 2%, a good climate change mitigation action.
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The “Million-mile Battery” and its Impact on Decarbonisation
The million-mile battery will be a game changer, a big help to decarbonisation and the shift to renewable energy to mitigate climate change.
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Invercargill NZ is Trailblazing Renewable Heating System to Reduce Emissions
Invercargill NZ’s plan to invest in a renewable heating network project will improve the city’s air quality and reduce CO2 emissions.
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Does the Plummeting Oil Prices Signal the End of the Fossil Fuel Era?
The Economist reports that major oil companies are selling assets and cutting investments due to declining oil prices.
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The post-covid sustainability agenda: revolution, retreat or return to normal
Covid-19 has suspended business and caused a hiatus in the human activity which has brought a lot of good to the environment: toxic air pollutants fell, Venice’s canals are cleaner, increased activity in wildlife as never been seen in a long time. It gave humans a sharpened awareness for the potentials of catastrophe if global...
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The Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction Implementation Report
This report details how Member States monitor their implementation of the Sendai Framework, which has seven targets and 38 indicators.
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DOWNSTREAM 2020 • 3-4 August • Wellington and Online
Attend in person or digitally via VFairs – an online platform. The Downstream 2020 gathering offers crucial insights into the current energy sector challenges and opportunities, bringing together sector leaders and influencers to plan for the transition to the new energy future. If you opt to attend digitally, the streamed event will be hosted in...
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Highway Research Looks Into Asset Management Approaches in Evaluating Damages
This NCHRP synthesis report emphasizes asset management methods for evaluating roads, highways, and bridges.