#cleanerfuture

Environment+Energy Leader

@eeleader.bsky.social

9 months ago

News from E+E Leader A cleaner future, powered by seawater. 💧

@BirlaCarbon’s seawater scrubber at North Bend has cut SO₂ emissions by 95%—with zero solid waste and zero added burden to… http://dlvr.it/TLGBdy #CleanerFuture #SeawaterScrubber #EnvironmentalImpact #SustainableInnovation #AirQuality

Cozzy Energy Solutions

@energysolutions.bsky.social

9 months ago

Trump administration orders Pennsylvania power plant to remain operational over grid reliability concerns A Pennsylvania power plant, the Edwin R. Wallace Generating Station, was initially slated for decommissioning but has been directed to remain operational by a recent order from the Trump administration. This directive came just prior to the plant's scheduled shutdown. Proponents of the action assert it's a necessary measure to safeguard grid reliability, particularly during periods of peak electricity demand and potential energy shortages, arguing that renewable energy sources alone might prove insufficient and a fossil fuel backup is essential. The order leverages presidential emergency authority granted under the Federal Power Act. However, the administration's intervention has drawn criticism, with legal and environmental experts questioning its legality and potential ramifications. Concerns center on whether the order represents an overreach of presidential power, effectively bypassing established regulatory procedures overseen by organizations like the PJM Interconnection, which manages the power grid in the Mid-Atlantic region. Beyond the legal challenge, the continued operation of an older, natural gas-fired plant contributes to air pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, and complicates efforts to promote cleaner energy alternatives. There’s also apprehension that this action could deter investment in renewable energy projects, signaling a prioritization of fossil fuel infrastructure. Supporters maintain that the action is a justifiable response to an emergency situation, ensuring the stability of the power grid as renewable sources become more integrated. They highlight the intermittent nature of solar and wind power and the need for reliable backup generation. The continued operation of the Wallace Generating Station has also raised local environmental and health concerns regarding the plant's emissions and their impact on nearby communities. Furthermore, it is suggested that maintaining the plant's operation may require additional funding. The situation underscores a broader tension between the immediate need for grid stability and the long-term goals of transitioning to a cleaner energy future.

Trump administration orders Pennsylvania power plant to remain operational over grid reliability concerns #PJM #Pennsylvania #GridReliability #FossilFuel #RenewableEnergy #CleanerFuture

theAlways 🇧🇸 Pa’ todos 🥂

@senecaword.bsky.social

9 months ago

#climateactions #environmentalactivists
#cleanerfuture
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Reut Avinun, PhD

@reutavinun.bsky.social

11 months ago

4/12 The real takeaway? We need policy makers to better regulate pollutants - and it works when they do! #PolicyMatters #CleanerFuture

The Last Boomer

@malguy.bsky.social

11 months ago

Our plan to cut climate pollution for our kids Everything we do now matters.We have a plan to electrify the nation, cut climate pollution by 75% this decade and put us on track to end climate pollution by...

Aussie Climate Council's got a solid plan to tackle climate pollution, setting up a cleaner and safer future for our kids. This is all about cutting back on the harmful stuff & building a world where the next gen can breathe easy.

#ClimateCouncil #CleanerFuture #AussieAction #SustainabilityForKids

The Last Boomer

@malguy.bsky.social

11 months ago

Our plan to cut climate pollution for our kids Everything we do now matters.We have a plan to electrify the nation, cut climate pollution by 75% this decade and put us on track to end climate pollution by...

Aussie Climate Council's got a solid plan to tackle climate pollution, setting up a cleaner and safer future for our kids. This is all about cutting back on the harmful stuff & building a world where the next gen can breathe easy.

#ClimateCouncil #CleanerFuture #AussieAction #SustainabilityForKids

Efficiency Vermont

@efficiencyvermont.bsky.social

1 year ago

Hi there we are Efficiency Vermont 👋
Our purpose is to help #Vermont transition to a more #affordable and #cleanerfuture. We not only help customers #savemoney but #lowercarbonemissions. You can look forward to content about #heatpumps, #energyefficiency, #weatherization, and so much more!