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Retailers Adapt Strategies to Changing Weather and Climate

As climate change increasingly impacts weather patterns across the globe, retailers are adjusting their strategies to respond to more frequent and extreme weather events. From extreme heatwaves to unpredictable storms, shifts in seasonal patterns are presenting both challenges and opportunities for...

Reducing Alaska’s Prison Population as a Climate Strategy

In Alaska, a novel approach to climate strategy is gaining traction: reducing the prison population. Advocates argue that addressing the high incarceration rates can play a crucial role in mitigating climate change. This perspective reflects a broader understanding of how social justice and...

Climate Change News

Starmer Faces Key Test on Carbon Budget Decisions

In December 2024, Prime Minister Keir Starmer is poised to confront a pivotal challenge in his climate leadership as the UK's independent Climate Change Committee (CCC) prepares to release its recommendations for the seventh carbon budget. Scheduled for February 26, 2025, this advisory will outline...

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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Alliant Energy Launches Iowa's Largest Solar Facility

Alliant Energy has officially brought Iowa’s largest solar facility online, marking a significant milestone in the state's renewable energy landscape. The 200-megawatt (MW) Pleasant Creek Solar project, located in Linn County, is now operational and supplying clean electricity to Alliant...

U.S. Treasury Finalizes Clean Energy Tax Credit Rules

In a significant move for the U.S. clean energy sector, the U.S. Department of the Treasury has released the final set of rules for the Clean Energy Investment Tax Credit (ITC), which is poised to provide major financial incentives for renewable energy projects across the nation. This tax credit,...

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Washington Governor Approves Large Wind Farm, Urges Faster Turbine Approvals

In a major step toward expanding clean energy infrastructure, Washington Governor Jay Inslee has approved a massive new wind farm project and called for faster permitting processes for wind turbines across the state. This move is part of Washington's broader strategy to meet its ambitious climate goals, reduce carbon emissions, and transition to renewable energy sources as part of its commitment to a cleaner and more sustainable future.

A Major Wind Energy Project

The wind...