Europe still struggling to green trucks
CO2 emission limits for trucks have come into force much later than for cars in the EU, and it is still unclear what technology could be used to reduce their climate impact.
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Green infrastructure
Greece looks past coal
Greece’s ambitious plans to exit lignite make it a front runner among coal regions in Europe, but its energy transition must avoid creating new stranded assets in natural gas while ensuring economic and social benefits.
Canadian pension giant backs new approach to developing renewables
One of the world’s largest pension funds is underwriting a new venture that aims to transform renewable energy investment.
Canada: The best country for energy-efficient data centres
As increasing numbers of countries aim for net-zero emissions through digitalisation. An index from the New Statesman Media Group reveals Canada to be the top country in which to build low-energy data centres.
How coal-dependent India can speed up its energy transition
If India is serious about renewables, it needs to spend its time and money focusing on building them up and developing the necessary grid infrastructure rather than wasting energy on pushing coal.
Why India should keep coal out of its infrastructure story
As India looks to "build back better" from the Covid crisis, the country would benefit economically, environmentally and socially by investing in clean technologies.
Clean energy investors are betting on Biden
US clean energy stocks appear to have priced in a Biden win. But with policy details hazy and progress uncertain, the sector isn’t home and dry.
Investment flows vindicate EU climate policy
Analysis of foreign direct renewable energy investment shows the EU accounting for a rapidly rising share of the global total.
Call for clear thinking on wind energy
European countries need to simplify permitting rules and procedures for wind turbines if the EU is to meet its climate commitments, insists WindEurope CEO Giles Dickson.
