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💧 Tropical forests generate rainfall worth billions, study finds
#water

Tropical forests generate rainfall worth billions, study finds
Tropical forests help to generate vast amounts of rainfall each year, adding weight to arguments for protecting them as water and climate pressures increase, say researchers. A new study led by the University of Leeds has put a monetary value on one of forests' least recognized services as a source of rainfall to surrounding regions, finding that each hectare generates 2.4 million liters of rain each year—enough to fill an Olympic-sized swimming pool.

To reduce CO₂ emissions, policy on carbon pricing, taxation and investment in renewable energy is key https://phys.org/news/2026-01-emissions-policy-carbon-pricing-taxation.html

To reduce CO₂ emissions, policy on carbon pricing, taxation and investment in renewable energy is key
A new study evaluating climate policies in 40 countries over a 32-year period finds that carbon pricing and taxation—combined with investments in renewable energy and research—are among the most effective tools governments can use to reduce CO₂ emissions.

RE: https://mstdn.ca/@rhempel/115828636454516873
This comment made me realise that very often the first realisation of "I'm an idiot" is often accompanied by a bit of a rush of now I understand something that is quite appealing..

"India may need 230 GWh of energy storage by 2030 as peak demand rises"
#India #Energy #Renewables

India may need 230 GWh of energy storage by 2030 as peak demand rises
India could require nearly 230 GWh of energy storage capacity by 2030 as peak power demand approaches 300 GW and electricity consumption grows at 6% to 7% annually, according to a former government official.

🇺🇦 #NowPlaying on KEXP's #AfternoonShow
David Bowie:
🎵 Saviour Machine
#DavidBowie
https://rowanblackmore.bandcamp.com/track/saviour-machine-ft-seb-of-stevensons-rocket-live-the-golden-vine-david-bowie-cover
https://open.spotify.com/track/1LsDrUgiusxXHCoaSDvYDX

AWS plans to invest an additional €18B in Aragon, Spain, taking its total investment to €33.7B; its Aragon facilities have used 100% renewable energy since 2022 (Cristina Cueto/DatacenterDynamics)
https://www.datacenterdynamics.com/en/news

Auch hier lag die Mehrheit nicht richtig. Folgende Reihenfolge wäre korrekt:
1. Franziskus
2. Charlie Kirk
3. Robert Redford
4. Gene Hackman
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Trump announced on Wednesday that he is repealing the Biden-era federal fuel economy standards,
significantly weakening fuel efficiency requirements for tens of millions of new gasoline-powered cars and light trucks.
It marks the US president’s latest effort to dismantle pollution regulations and federal support for cleaner-running vehicles and renewable energy.
Burning gasoline is a significant contributor to global heating and transportation is the largest source of greenho…

Disappointing growth in EU biomethane production, growing by 'only' 12% from 'gas year' (Oct-Sep) 2023/24 to 2024/2025.
5 years to go to the REpowerEU target of 350 TWh; that would now require a 52% compound annual growth rate.
Tall order, but today's news shows how important it is to accelerate!

"Australian State Secures Federal Support to Achieve 100% Net Renewables Goal by 2027"
#Australia #Energy #Renewables

Australian State Secures Federal Support to Achieve 100% Net Renewables Goal by 2027 | Happy Eco News
South Australia has secured federal funding to meet its 100% net renewables goal by 2027. The support will add at least 1 gigawatt of wind and solar power plus 400 megawatts of battery storage—enough to power hundreds of thousands of homes—cementing the state’s global leadership in the clean energy transition.