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Public Concern About Climate Change Drops 14 Points Since Last Year: What’s Behind the Shift?

Recent data from Abacus Data reveals a significant decline in public concern about climate change, with a 14-point drop reported since the previous year. This shift prompts important questions about the factors influencing public perception of climate issues and the implications for climate policy...

FirstEnergy Explores Alternatives to PJM Capacity Market

In a strategic move aimed at enhancing its power supply reliability, FirstEnergy is actively exploring alternatives to the PJM capacity market. This development reflects the company’s proactive approach to addressing challenges within the existing market structure and ensuring a more robust...

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Students in the U.S. and Canada Grapple with Climate Change and Political Tensions

In both the United States and Canada, students are at the forefront of the climate crisis, confronting not only the real-world impacts of environmental degradation but also the political tensions that surround the necessary changes to address it. The rising challenges of climate change have sparked...

U.S. Wind Energy Investment Surges While Solar Stagnates

In recent years, the U.S. energy landscape has been undergoing a dramatic transformation, characterized by significant shifts in investment patterns across renewable energy sectors. According to a recent BloombergNEF report, U.S. investment in wind energy has soared, while solar energy investment...

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Impact of Cutting Canada's Carbon Tax on Emissions and Climate Goals

Canada's carbon tax has long been a topic of debate. As the federal government implements and adjusts its policies to address climate change, the carbon tax has emerged as a central tool in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and fostering a transition to cleaner energy. However, recent discussions...

Former DEC Commissioner and Advocate Nominated to New York PSC

New York, NY - New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced the nomination of two individuals to the state's Public Service Commission (PSC), marking a potential shift towards prioritizing clean energy and environmental justice in the state's T&D sector. The nominees include Denise Sheehan, the...

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Climate Change Strains Global Electricity Networks: A Wake-Up Call

The increasing frequency and intensity of climate-related disasters are placing unprecedented strain on the world's electricity networks, with severe implications for global energy security. According to a recent Bloomberg report, the effects of climate change are pushing many electricity grids to their breaking points, revealing vulnerabilities that threaten the stability and reliability of power supplies across the globe.

Climate Change Impacts on Electricity Networks

Climate change has far-reaching effects on various aspects of human life,...