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California Launches New EV Incentives Favoring Rivian and Lucid Over Tesla
Energy & Climate

California Launches New EV Incentives Favoring Rivian and Lucid Over Tesla

California rolls out a $135 million subsidy program for electric vehicle buyers, offering $3,500 for new EVs and $1,750 for used models, with benefits favoring local automakers Rivian and Lucid.

The Changing Language of Climate Action and Its Impact on Public Debate
Energy & Climate

The Changing Language of Climate Action and Its Impact on Public Debate

The climate sector’s shifting terminology—from cleantech to resilience—reflects attempts to navigate political resistance but often obscures the urgent economic case for climate investments.

New Research Reveals Key Failures in Climate Change Communication Strategies
Energy & Climate

New Research Reveals Key Failures in Climate Change Communication Strategies

A comprehensive study reveals why climate change messages fail, urging simpler, personal framing that resonates more, especially with right-leaning audiences.

California Boosts Electric Vehicle Incentives for Ride-Hailing Drivers
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California Boosts Electric Vehicle Incentives for Ride-Hailing Drivers

California introduces substantial EV incentives aimed at high-mileage, low- and moderate-income ride-hailing drivers, offering up to $20,300 for new vehicles to reduce emissions and support drivers.

UAE Boosts Oil Output to Multi-Year High After Leaving OPEC Production Limits
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UAE Boosts Oil Output to Multi-Year High After Leaving OPEC Production Limits

The UAE sharply increased its oil production after exiting OPEC, reaching its highest output in over six years as it aims to maximize capacity despite lower global prices.

Regional Humanitarian Systems Must Adapt to Growing Climate Emergencies, Urges HAWA Leader
Energy & Climate

Regional Humanitarian Systems Must Adapt to Growing Climate Emergencies, Urges HAWA Leader

The HAWA programme’s project manager calls for enhanced climate-sensitive humanitarian approaches and closer West African cooperation amid rising extreme weather events.

Geopolitical Conflict Reinforces Shift Toward Renewables and Energy Storage
Energy & Climate

Geopolitical Conflict Reinforces Shift Toward Renewables and Energy Storage

The Iran war underscores the vulnerabilities of fossil fuel markets and is likely to accelerate global investment in renewables, energy storage, and diversified energy sources.

Washington’s Eastside Reaches 1,000 Heat Pump Installations, Slashing Significant Carbon Emissions
Energy & Climate

Washington’s Eastside Reaches 1,000 Heat Pump Installations, Slashing Significant Carbon Emissions

A collaborative program across six Eastside cities in Washington has installed heat pumps in 1,000 homes, cutting carbon emissions equivalent to removing over 7,000 cars from the roads.

China launches mass production of sodium-ion batteries in affordable EVs amid lithium cost surge
Energy & Climate

China launches mass production of sodium-ion batteries in affordable EVs amid lithium cost surge

Chinese manufacturers have begun producing sodium-ion batteries for electric vehicles, matching lithium battery costs and promising lower prices and improved supply stability.

Hess Retires 12.5 Million Carbon Credits in Major Climate Finance Deal
Energy & Climate

Hess Retires 12.5 Million Carbon Credits in Major Climate Finance Deal

Hess finalized the retirement of 12.5 million carbon credits purchased from Guyana, marking a significant transfer from fossil fuels to nature-based climate action and advancing carbon markets.

Nissan and Easelink Launch Automated EV Charging to Boost Vehicle-to-Grid Efficiency
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Nissan and Easelink Launch Automated EV Charging to Boost Vehicle-to-Grid Efficiency

Nissan and Easelink collaborate on an automated EV charging system designed to increase vehicle availability for grid services by eliminating the need for manual plug-in.

Northwest Haiti Ramps Up Disaster Preparedness Amid Rising Climate Threats
Energy & Climate

Northwest Haiti Ramps Up Disaster Preparedness Amid Rising Climate Threats

Ahead of the 2026 hurricane season, Haiti’s Northwest Department prioritizes coordinated disaster preparedness to confront climate risks threatening vulnerable coastal communities.