Solar power expected to dominate electricity generation by 2050 – even without more ambitious climate policies

Solar energy is set for a rapid expansion – but only if several barriers are overcome, according to new research.

Jean-Francois Mercure, Associate Professor in Climate Change Policy, University of Exeter • conversation
Oct. 26, 2023 ~8 min

Backlash to the oil CEO leading the UN climate summit overlooks his ambitious agenda for COP28 – and concerns of the Global South

An analysis of past UN conference presidencies suggests the 2023 summit’s agenda would do more to accelerate the transition away from fossil fuels.

İbrahim Özdemir, Professor of Philosophy, Uskudar University; Visiting Professor, Clark University • conversation
Oct. 24, 2023 ~10 min


Rising oil prices, surging inflation: The Arab embargo 50 years ago weaponized oil to inflict economic trauma

Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine reprised the risks of energy weaponization, but the oil landscape today and energy security itself are changing.

Mark Finley, Fellow in Energy and Global Oil, Baker Institute for Public Policy, Rice University • conversation
Oct. 11, 2023 ~9 min

Rising oil prices, surging inflation: The Arab embargo 50 years ago weaponized oil to inflict economic trauma – sound familiar?

Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine reprised the risks of energy weaponization, but the oil landscape today and energy security itself are changing.

Mark Finley, Fellow in Energy and Global Oil, Baker Institute for Public Policy, Rice University • conversation
Oct. 11, 2023 ~8 min

Climate change is about to play a big role in government purchases – with vast implications for the US economy

The Biden administration directed agencies to consider the cost of greenhouse gas emissions in their future purchasing and budget decisions. An example shows just how much is at stake.

Lauren Gifford, Associate Director of the Soil Carbon Solutions Center, Colorado State University • conversation
Oct. 3, 2023 ~8 min

Fossil fuel workers have the skills to succeed in green jobs, but location is a major barrier to a just transition

In a greener future, what becomes of current fossil fuel workers? Despite possessing skills applicable to green industries, their geographical locations will limit their opportunities.

Junghyun Lim, Assistant Professor of Political Science, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill • conversation
Sept. 26, 2023 ~7 min

Renewables are cheaper than ever yet fossil fuel use is still growing – here’s why

Despite the meteoric rise of wind and solar, fossil energy sources have met most new demand in fast-growing economies.

Malte Jansen, Lecturer in Energy and Sustainability, University of Sussex • conversation
Sept. 19, 2023 ~7 min

EV sales growth points to oil demand peaking by 2030 − so why is the oil industry doubling down on production?

The International Energy Agency moved up the date when it expects oil demand to peak to before 2030. Electric vehicle growth is a big part of the reason.

Robert Brecha, Professor of Sustainability, University of Dayton • conversation
Sept. 19, 2023 ~9 min


Michigan pipeline standoff could affect water protection and Indigenous rights across the US

A pipeline that has carried Canadian oil and gas across Wisconsin and Michigan for 70 years has become a symbol of fossil fuel politics and a test of local regulatory power.

Mike Shriberg, Professor of Practice & Engagement, School for Environment & Sustainability, University of Michigan • conversation
Aug. 16, 2023 ~11 min

Montana kids win historic climate lawsuit – here's why it could set a powerful precedent

The case hinged on Montana’s ‘green amendment,’ which guarantees a constitutional right to ‘a clean and healthful environment.’ Other states have similar amendments, and more are considering them.

Amber Polk, Assistant Professor of Law, Florida International University • conversation
Aug. 15, 2023 ~9 min

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