TECH 2 days ago Underwater kite can harness the ocean’s power for sustainable energy Dragon 12 is an underwater kite manufactured by Swedish company Minesto that promises to generate clean electricity deep under the sea.
Pollution April 30 In Canada, global negotiations on a treaty to end plastic pollution has completed its final meeting After a series of meetings to discuss a global treaty to end plastic pollution, negotiators have seen "monumental change" as they work toward the goal of adopting the treaty in 2025.
Canada April 29 Negotiators discuss terms for global treaty to end plastic pollution in Canada The Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on Plastic Pollution met on Monday to begin the process of writing out a global treaty to end plastic pollution.
Joe Biden April 24 Biden admin confirms 12 offshore wind auctions through 2028 The Biden administration on Wednesday announced plans for up to twelve auctions of offshore wind development rights by 2028, with four scheduled for this year.
Nevada April 23 Biden admin advances review of Nevada lithium mine despite concerns over endangered wildflower The Biden administration is advancing the environmental review process for a proposed lithium mine in Nevada, aiming to support production of clean energy minerals.
Brazil April 18 Brazil faces Indigenous resistance over plans to drill for oil in Amazon rainforest A Brazilian corporation is facing resistance from Indigenous groups and government agencies over its plan to explore oil drilling opportunities in the Amazon rainforest.
Puerto Rico April 3 Dredging of Puerto Rico's biggest port begins as environmentalists warn of threat to turtles, corals Amid opposition from environmentalists, a $62 million project to dredge the biggest seaport in Puerto Rico began Wednesday; crews will remove close to 3 million cubic yards of marine floor.
Massachusetts April 2 Biden admin approves eighth US offshore wind project off Massachusetts coast The U.S. Interior Department has approved the eighth commercial-scale offshore wind project. It is scheduled to be built off the coast of Massachusetts.
Russia March 29 Russia launches barrage of 99 drones and missiles on Ukraine’s energy system, officials say Moscow launched a barrage of 99 missiles and drones at 10 Ukrainian regions on Friday, in a 'large-scale attack' on the country's energy infrastructure.
Energy March 26 Berkeley abandons landmark natural gas ban after court battle The City of Berkeley, California, has entered into a legal settlement with a restaurant industry group, agreeing to repeal its law banning natural gas in new construction.