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Study finds global oil demand likely to grow despite pandemic, climate policies

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The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly affected both consumer and commercial transportation, but global oil demand will probably continue to grow through 2030, according to a new study. Lines represent global oil demand by study scenario. Source: “Will Covid Drive An Early Peak In Transportation Activity And Oil Demand?”.

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ADB Study Finds Annual Economic Losses in Southeast Asia from Climate Change Could be More Than Twice the Global Average

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The mean cost of cost of climate change for the four countries—Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, and Viet Nam—under a “business-as-usual” scenario and if market and non-market impacts and catastrophic risks are all considered could be equivalent to losing 6.7%

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IRENA, IEA study concludes meeting 2?C scenario possible with net positive economics

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The Paris Agreement reflected an unprecedented international determination to act on climate. To meet the climate goals set in the Paris Agreement and keep the global temperature rise to below 2 degrees, the CO 2 emission intensity of the global economy would need to be reduced by 85% in 35 years. —IRENA Director-General Adnan Z.

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Pike Research forecasts global biofuels market value to double to $185B by 2021

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Motivated by growing concerns related to energy security, climate change, and economic stagnation, at least 38 national governments throughout the world have enacted blending mandates or targets to accelerate the expansion of biofuels production and consumption in the transportation sector. towards strategic partnerships.

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The Greenius Solution To All California’s Problems: AB 920 + AB 811

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And when it comes to a sense of urgency on climate change, well lets just say I saw no physical sign that Ted is out of his coma yet. And the sponsors we’re working with, like Environment California, have done a lot of studies about that. It’s surprising when you look at it because the face of solar is changing.

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Smart Meters and Electric Cars

Revenge of the Electric Car

The garage studies the integration of the electric vehicle into the power grid system where it either charges or discharges to accommodate the owner’s electricity needs. The economic stimulus package currently before Congress could include incentives for both buyers of electric vehicles and electric vehicle battery manufacturers.

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The Solangelist’s Vision Shines Brighter

Creative Greenius

Seems like a perfect use for some stimulus money, don’t it? I love AB32 and the necessary slap in the face it brings my fellow California citizens who may not have been paying attention to the climate situation. Oh yeah - none of has any money. And our homes are worth less now and nobody wants to lend us any more.