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Venezuela’s Energy Crisis Is Proof Renewables Aren’t Enough for the US

Venezuela’s Energy Crisis Is Proof Renewables Aren’t Enough for the US

Scaling up America's reliance on renewable energy poses problems. What do you do when the sun isn't shining, the wind isn't blowing, or the water dries up? The post Venezuela's Energy Crisis Is Proof Renewables Aren't Enough for the US appeared first on WIRED.

Venezuela’s Economic Success Fueled Its Electricity Crisis

Venezuela’s Economic Success Fueled Its Electricity Crisis

In trying to lift the country out of poverty, the country failed to generate enough electricity and energy to meet sustained demand. The post Venezuela’s Economic Success Fueled Its Electricity Crisis appeared first on WIRED.

The Senate Says Burning Trees Is Carbon Neutral. Oh Really Now?

The Senate Says Burning Trees Is Carbon Neutral. Oh Really Now?

The Senate just passed an energy bill that says biomass (or wood pellets) is a carbon neutral energy source. A lot of scientists aren't too happy about it. The post The Senate Says Burning Trees Is Carbon Neutral. Oh Really Now? appeared first on WIRED.

President of Gabon: The Paris Agreement Is Just the Start of Africa’s Climate Quest

President of Gabon: The Paris Agreement Is Just the Start of Africa’s Climate Quest

If left unchecked, a rising climate could drive mass enforced migration and conflict over resources such as water and arable land. The post President of Gabon: The Paris Agreement Is Just the Start of Africa's Climate Quest appeared first on WIRED.

Japan’s New Energy Rules Could Make It a Paradise for Renewables

Japan’s New Energy Rules Could Make It a Paradise for Renewables

Before Fukushima, Japan was a leader in nuclear energy. New energy rules could make the country a paradise for homegrown renewables. The post Japan's New Energy Rules Could Make It a Paradise for Renewables appeared first on WIRED.

Nuclear Power Is Too Safe to Save the World From Climate Change

Nuclear Power Is Too Safe to Save the World From Climate Change

In a few months, the first nuclear plant in 20 years is set to open in the US. But safety had nothing to do with the delay. The post Nuclear Power Is Too Safe to Save the World From Climate Change appeared first on WIRED.

Climate Change Opens Up the First Luxury Arctic Cruise Route

Climate Change Opens Up the First Luxury Arctic Cruise Route

Coast guard officials are training for catastrophe as melting sea ice opens up Northwest Passage allowing a liner to cruise with 1,700 from Alaska to New York. The post Climate Change Opens Up the First Luxury Arctic Cruise Route appeared first on WIRED.

Your State Could Lose Big Bucks by Stalling on Clean Energy

Your State Could Lose Big Bucks by Stalling on Clean Energy

States that wait for the courts to rule on a federal emissions rule could lose economic clout to early adopting neighbors. The post Your State Could Lose Big Bucks by Stalling on Clean Energy appeared first on WIRED.

Obama’s Supreme Court Nominee Merrick Garland Could Save the US Climate Plan

Obama’s Supreme Court Nominee Merrick Garland Could Save the US Climate Plan

The Supreme Court nominee has a good reputation with environmental law scholars. The post Obama’s Supreme Court Nominee Merrick Garland Could Save the US Climate Plan appeared first on WIRED.

Sea Level Rise Is Predictable. It Will Be Anything From Bad to Awful

Sea Level Rise Is Predictable. It Will Be Anything From Bad to Awful

Predicting the future is hard. The post Sea Level Rise Is Predictable. It Will Be Anything From Bad to Awful appeared first on WIRED.