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Boom Boom

Cold Eye Earth (formerly The Gregor Letter) • 216 implied HN points • 05 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Economic Policies Emissions Reduction Energy transition Political Ideology
  1. The US economy is booming with balanced growth, largely due to increased investment in infrastructure and domestic output.
  2. Coal in the US power sector is declining steeply, soon to be surpassed by combined wind and solar energy sources.
  3. Emissions reduction progress in the US has slowed significantly, especially with rising natural gas consumption and transport sector emissions.

Giving Up On 1.5C: A Personal and Climatic Journey

This Week in MCJ (My Climate Journey) • 176 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Global Warming Greenhouse Gases Emissions Reduction
  1. Limiting global warming to under 1.5C is crucial to prevent irreversible climate impacts and protect ecosystems.
  2. The current trajectory in reducing carbon emissions is insufficient to stay within the 1.5C warming limit.
  3. Despite challenges and setbacks, it is important to maintain hope, take action, and continue efforts to address climate change.

Japan and Climate, Not As Bad As It Looks, Part II

Japan Economy Watch • 279 implied HN points • 29 Jun 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Renewable Energy Electric Vehicles Emissions Reduction Energy Policy Climate Policy
  1. Japan played a significant role in pioneering solar energy and electric vehicles, contributing to the fight against climate change.
  2. The 2010 Strategic Energy Plan in Japan aimed to increase low-carbon electricity, reduce fossil fuel dependency, and promote renewable energy and nuclear power.
  3. The Fukushima nuclear disaster in Japan led to policy changes, shifts in energy sources, and a new political focus on climate-friendly initiatives.

Putting Southeast Asia on the Climate Tech Map

This Week in MCJ (My Climate Journey) • 157 implied HN points • 01 Mar 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Renewable Energy Decarbonization Emissions Reduction Environmental Impact
  1. Southeast Asia is a region with significant potential for climate tech innovation and investment.
  2. There is a need for highly scalable, decentralized solutions in Southeast Asia's climate tech landscape.
  3. Opportunities in Southeast Asia include addressing emissions from land use change and agriculture, and focusing on growth tailwinds for high-growth climate tech companies.
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Net-zero: it’s not just where you end up, but how you get there that matters

Sustainability by numbers • 218 implied HN points • 03 Oct 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate targets Emissions Reduction
  1. The path countries take to reach net-zero emissions is crucial, not just the end goal.
  2. Delaying emissions cuts can lead to steeper reductions later, making it technically difficult and politically unpopular.
  3. Early investment in low-carbon technologies is crucial for reducing costs and driving global emission reductions.

Japan Unlikely To Meet 2030 Goal For Emissions Reduction

Japan Economy Watch • 219 implied HN points • 04 Oct 22
🌞 Climate & Environment Emissions Reduction Renewable Energy Carbon Emissions Greenhouse Gases Environmental policies
  1. Achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 requires strong government measures, as economic growth and renewable energy price reduction alone are insufficient.
  2. Decarbonizing energy is crucial but challenging, especially for richer countries as their per capita energy consumption increases.
  3. Japan faces hurdles in meeting emission reduction goals by 2030, like relying on coal and natural gas due to nuclear power challenges, and not fully maximizing opportunities in renewable energy and decarbonization sectors.

The Subscription Economy Comes For Your Shoes

Fight to Repair • 19 implied HN points • 13 Sep 22
🌞 Climate & Environment Circular Economy Sustainable Fashion Emissions Reduction Waste Management Climate justice
  1. The Cloudneo sneakers by 'On' offer a subscription service where customers return old shoes to get new ones, promoting sustainability.
  2. On's model focuses on minimizing waste by using less energy, renting shoes, and recycling old ones, revealing a shift towards environment-friendly practices in fashion.
  3. Supply chain efficiency and compulsory recycling in the Cyclon program play key roles in reducing waste and emissions, showing a step towards sustainable solutions in the consumer culture.

The Rise of Batteries in Six Charts and Not Too Many Numbers

Renewable Revolution • 2 HN points • 30 Jan 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Renewable Energy Sustainability Emissions Reduction Fossil fuels Technological Innovation
  1. Battery sales are increasing rapidly, doubling every couple of years. This growth is driven by more people using electric cars and other battery technologies.
  2. The cost of batteries is dropping while their quality is improving. Over the past 30 years, battery prices have fallen a lot, making them more affordable and effective for various uses.
  3. Batteries are crucial for reducing fossil fuel use and cutting down emissions. They are expected to replace a substantial amount of fossil fuel demand in transport and electricity sectors.