Methane is a potent greenhouse gas. President Joe Biden gave a speech before the United Nations COP27 climate convention in Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt, in which he announced…
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Presidents Biden and Xi to Meet at G20
Taiwan is expected to be part of Monday’s discussions. President Biden and President Xi Jinping are scheduled to meet in person for the first time on Monday at…
Read MoreU.S. Endorses South Africa Energy Transition Plan
The investment plan receives continued support at COP27. At the 27th Conference of the Parties (COP27) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, Climate Envoy John…
Read MoreDefense Undersecretary Highlights New Deterrence Strategies
He explained how complexities are being exacerbated by technological advances. Undersecretary of Defense for Policy Colin Kahl spoke at Brookings Institution this week, where he shared the complexities…
Read MoreTreasury Requests Public Input on Climate Tax Policies
$270 billion is being dedicated to various climate tax incentives. The Treasury Department recently issued three requests for public input, asking for comments on how best to implement…
Read MoreUnited Nations Climate Conference Convenes in Egypt
The conflict in Ukraine has created hurdles regarding energy. Representatives from around the world are meeting for the United Nations climate summit, called COP27, which convened on Sunday…
Read MoreDOD Prototyping Fleet-Ready EV Chargers
Defense Innovation Unit installs pilot versions of new technology. The Department of Defense (DOD) interviewed Benjamin Richardson, Director of the Defense Innovation Unit’s Energy Portfolio, last week regarding…
Read MoreSpecial Climate Envoy Urged to Support Climate Fund
100 environmental groups write a letter ahead of COP27 Summit. Presidential Special Envoy for Climate John Kerry received a letter from over 100 environmental groups based in the…
Read MoreEmperor Penguins Now a Protected Species
Government lists them as “threatened” due to climate change. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced this week that the Emperor Penguin will now receive protection under the…
Read MoreTreasury Seeks Public Input for Climate Tax Breaks
Feedback is requested on the use of the $270 billion allocation. The Treasury Department published a request for public input this past week, seeking insights on how best…
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