A new report indicates that Drax power plant, the UK’s largest carbon emitter, continues to source wood from old-growth forests in Canada despite claiming to use only sustainable sources. The Stand.earth report alleges Drax’s Canadian subsidiary received hundreds of truckloads of logs, likely including trees hundreds of years old, throughout 2024 and into 2025. This raises questions about Drax’s sustainability claims, especially as it receives substantial green energy subsidies. The report highlights that Drax has sourced from areas with a high percentage of old-growth forests, even though they claimed to have stopped sourcing from designated protected areas.
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California Governor Gavin Newsom will attend the upcoming COP30 climate summit in Brazil, stepping in as the Trump administration refuses to send any U.S. representatives. Newsom plans to use his appearance to promote California’s investments in green energy and contrast the state’s policies with Trump’s stance, which has downplayed climate change and favored fossil fuel production. Newsom views this as an opportunity to highlight the state’s economic competitiveness and demonstrate a commitment to a clean energy future, especially given that the US has not had any official representation at the conference in three decades. This move is expected to elevate Newsom’s national and international profile, potentially aiding his long-term political ambitions.
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Largest UK solar plant goes online, and right away, the numbers are impressive. We’re talking about a 373 MW solar plant, which, in ideal conditions, could potentially provide 1 to 1.5% of the average electricity demand for the entire UK. Now, let’s be realistic, that percentage will likely fluctuate, especially with the famously unpredictable British weather, meaning it will be much less during those long, cloudy winter days.
Might not sound like much in the grand scheme of things, but any step away from relying on gas is a positive move, and with the UK already generating around 79% of its electricity from zero-carbon sources, it’s a welcome addition to the energy mix.… Continue reading
It’s disturbing to hear that Tesla’s German factory was targeted in an act of sabotage, causing production to come to a halt. The power lines supplying the plant were set on fire by a group claiming to be far-left environmental activists. While their intentions may have stemmed from a desire to protect the environment, the method they chose seems counterintuitive. It’s perplexing to witness the targeting of an electric car manufacturer, especially when electric vehicles are considered a step forward in reducing carbon emissions and combating climate change.
The accusations of Tesla polluting a river and exceeding permitted pollution levels raise concerns about the company’s environmental practices.… Continue reading
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