The awarded Portland Cement Association member companies are set to match this transformative federal investment, leveraging over $2 billion to demonstrate commercial-scale decarbonization solutions.
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Shell Accelerates Energy Transition with Strategic Shift Towards EV Charging
This decision is set to reduce Shell’s retail footprint by 2.1% from its current tally of 47,000 locations worldwide underscores Shell’s proactive approach to redefining its retail network in alignment with the accelerating energy transition.
Starbucks Brews Up 6,000+ Greener Stores Globally
Starbucks has achieved a milestone in its sustainability journey, certifying over 6,000 Greener Stores across more than 40 markets worldwide. This remarkable progress nearly doubles the company’s portfolio of environmentally conscious stores within a year and marks a giant step towards its goal of certifying 10,000 Greener Stores by 2025.
IRENA’s Warning: Urgent Action Needed for Renewable Energy Goals
If the transition to clean energy is not accelerated, energy demand predictions suggest that global emissions could lead to a temperature increase of approximately 2.4 degrees Celsius by the end of the century.
Clothing the Loop: SATCoL’s Ambitious Circular Initiative
Annually, the world generates 92 million tons of textile waste, with China and the United States leading as the top contributors, producing 20 million tons and 17 million tons respectively.
Furno Ignites Decarbonization in Cement Production with $6.5M Seed Funding
With a dedicated commitment to decarbonizing one of the world’s most carbon-intensive industries, Furno has recently announced the closure of a remarkable $6.5 million seed funding round.
California’s Climate Challenge: Can it Accelerate Progress to Meet 2030 Goals?
The just released California Green Innovation Index reveals significant strides towards decarbonization but also a crucial rebound in emissions, posing challenges to meeting the state’s ambitious 2030 climate goals. Despite advances in renewable energy and electric vehicle adoption, California faces hurdles in its power sector and needs accelerated efforts to stay on course.
Navigating the Current: US EV Startups Adapt to Market Challenges
In the face of a downturn in demand, prompted by heightened borrowing costs and elevated repair expenses for vehicles, United States-based electric vehicle startups are shifting gears towards more affordable models.
A Billion Steps Forward: The Surge of Smart Meters Around the Globe
As we approached the end of 2023, the world saw the installation of over 1.06 billion smart meters, marking a pivotal step towards modernizing utility distribution networks.
The Battery Industry and Advancing Carbon-Capturing Technologies
The University of Surrey, Imperial College London, and Peking University have introduced a platform that aims to spur development of carbon-capturing batteries.