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Green New Deal tour ignites community action in Pittsburgh
In Pittsburgh, a rally for the Green New Deal showcases a growing demand for climate-focused government investment.
In short:
- The Green New Deal Network's national tour made a stop in Pittsburgh, rallying support for government investment in climate jobs and justice.
- The movement emphasizes the need for federal and state funds to create green union jobs and address environmental injustices in frontline communities.
- The tour aims to reignite the push for substantial investment in climate solutions, highlighting the urgent needs of working-class communities of color.
Key quote:
"The idea of the Green New Deal is that the only solution to climate change is the government spending money on it."
— Saul Levin, legislative and political director at the Green New Deal Network
Why this matters:
The framework of the Green New Deal includes not just a shift toward sustainable energy, but also calls for significant investments in public transportation, energy-efficient buildings, and sustainable agriculture.
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Balancing sustainability and economic needs in Southeast Asia's energy transition
Indonesia and Vietnam face the intricate task of aligning their green aspirations and financial strategies with the existing commitment to numerous coal-powered energy projects.
In short:
- Indonesia and Vietnam are struggling to align their sustainable energy goals with the economic implications of phasing out coal plants.
- Financial aid through the Just Energy Transition Partnership is pivotal, but the effective application of these funds remains a complex task.
- The existing and planned coal power infrastructure in these countries complicates their ambitious renewable energy targets.
Key quote:
"Energy transition is a matter of public interest. JETP is one of the initiatives within Indonesia's broader energy transition efforts. Therefore, we would like the public to have access to the draft before it is finalized in the hopes that we may receive as much input as possible."
— Edo Mahendra, Indonesia's JETP Secretariat head
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A viable alternative to conventional lawn? Cornell may have found it
Cornell Botanic Gardens is testing sustainable options for replacing your backyard grass. The bonus: They don’t need to be cut more than twice a year.
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A viable alternative to conventional lawn? Cornell may have found it
Cornell Botanic Gardens is testing sustainable options for replacing your backyard grass. The bonus: They don’t need to be cut more than twice a year.
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By 2100, farm numbers will halve and farm size will double
This world in which fewer large farms replace numerous smaller ones carries rewards and risks for humans and the food systems that us," a new study says.
Tiny homes made from shipping containers aren't as sustainable as you
Shipping containers are beloved for their aesthetic appeal and supposed sustainability. But the truth is a bit more complicated.
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A sudden rush to make sustainable aviation fuel mainstream
United Airlines and other companies have started a $100 million fund to invest in jet fuel that produces fewer greenhouse gases.
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