Podcast
What a divided government means for climate policy
Climate proved not to be a wedge issue in the 2022 midterms. What could that mean for climate policy post-election?
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By Julia Pyper . 30 min .
Politics
Clean energy
Can you ‘Trump-proof’ clean energy gains? Advocates in Ohio are trying
If elected, the former president plans to slash the federal climate and clean energy programs that are pouring money into states across the nation.
By Kathiann Kowalski .
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Guest essay
COP27: 'Brazil is back!' Lula aims to protect the Amazon
Nature took center stage at the U.N. climate conference as Brazil's president-elect reengaged in climate talks, Paris accord leaders called for a "Nature Agreement," and nature-based solutions got a bump.By Laurie Stone .
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Electric vehicles
Why did Californians reject Prop 30 with its billions in EV funding?
What was once a popular ballot measure ultimately tanked in last week's election. What does it mean for the future of electric vehicles in California?By Blanca Begert .
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Guest essay
COP27: Global fossil-fuel emissions are rising — and so are the stakes
Week two of the U.N. climate conference kicks off with a focus on curbing methane, greening shipping with hydrogen, and wondering where all the women are.By Laurie Stone .
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Politics
How Democratic state wins in the midterms could rev up climate progress
States are already doing the most to shrink electricity-sector emissions. These new Democratic wins and “trifectas” could push even bolder policies forward.By Jeff St. John .
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Guest essay
COP27: Is a green wave of climate finance finally gaining momentum?
Our third dispatch from the U.N. climate conference looks at controversies over “loss and damage,” carbon offsets, the future of fertilizer and more.By Adam Aston .
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Guest essay
COP27: We’re on a highway to climate hell. Let’s build an offramp
Our second dispatch from the U.N. conference looks at holding wealthy nations accountable for their outsize role in climate change. Plus: What comes after 1.5°C?By Adam Aston .
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Guest essay
COP27 climate talks kick off: Here's what people are talking about
Our first dispatch from the U.N. climate conference in Egypt spotlights energy and equity issues in Africa, plus political progress and uncertainty in the U.S.By Adam Aston .
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Climatetech finance
What challenges will confront DOE loan program for energy retrofits?
It takes more than money to retool dirty energy infrastructure to be clean. Can utilities, regulators and communities agree on how to spend it?By Jeff St. John .
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Podcast
How voting rights and redistricting shape climate policy
Fighting distrust and polarization in the elections process is key to a healthy democracy and enabling fairer public policy.PlayBy Julia Pyper . 45 min .
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