Tag: Renewables
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Can Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Corporate Growth Coexist? Google’s Dilemma and the Broader Energy Debate
The recent revelation that Google’s greenhouse gas emissions have spiked by 48% in just five years has sparked a wide-ranging debate on the role of large corporations in the global fight against climate change. This increase raises questions about the feasibility of Google’s commitments to becoming carbon-free while concurrently expanding its technological capabilities, especially in…
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Can China Redefine the Paradigm of Nuclear Innovation?
China is aggressively positioning itself at the forefront of nuclear innovation, unveiling ambitious plans to build 150 new nuclear reactors between 2020 and 2035. As of the latest reports, 27 reactors are already under construction, reflecting the nation’s determination to scale up its nuclear capabilities. This massive deployment effort is backed by a whole-of-government strategy…
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Germany’s Gas-Powered Gamble: Analyzing the EU’s Approval for Transitional Energy
Germany’s recent informal approval from the European Union to back gas-powered plants comes as no surprise given the country’s energy predicament. Known for its aggressive push towards renewable energy, Germany has also taken some controversial steps like the decommissioning of nuclear power plants. While this move is aimed at bridging the gap when renewables fall…