"Leading Denier Think Tank Uses AI Image of Dead Whale and Wind Turbines"
"The Texas Public Policy Foundation used AI to push a misleading story about renewable energy—a practice that could soon become widespread."
Source: Earther, 03/17/2023
Economy & Business
"House Republicans Unveil Energy, Permitting Package"
"House Republicans on Tuesday officially unveiled the text of their planned energy and permitting package set to hit the House floor by the end of this month."
Source: E&E News, 03/15/2023
"What Silicon Valley Bank’s Collapse Means for Climate Tech"
"The fall of Silicon Valley Bank leaves a hole in the ecosystem for financing cleantech startups — just how big remains to be seen."
Source: Bloomberg Green, 03/14/2023
"Biden OKs Alaska Oil Project, Draws Ire Of Environmentalists"
"The Biden administration said Monday it is approving a huge oil-drilling project on Alaska’s petroleum-rich North Slope, a major environmental decision by President Joe Biden that drew quick condemnation as flying in the face of his pledges to slow climate change."
Source: AP, 03/14/2023
Insurers Slashed Hurricane Ian Payouts Far Below Damage Estimates: Docs
"A Washington Post investigation has found that some policyholders had their claims cut by more than 80 percent".
Source: Washington Post, 03/13/2023
Biden Administration Expected to Move Ahead on Major Oil Project in Alaska
"In one of its most consequential climate decisions, the Biden administration is planning to greenlight an enormous $8 billion oil drilling project in the North Slope of Alaska, according to two people familiar with the decision."
Source: Reuters, 03/13/2023
What Will It Take for Geothermal To Heat Up the Renewable Energy Sector?
Geothermal has long been hyped as the next big thing in renewable energy, but its breakthrough moment hasn’t happened yet. Barriers to expansion include the elusiveness of sites offering the magic trio of heat, water and permeability and concern for unique ecosystems. Contributor Jessica McKenzie on geothermal energy’s possibilities and challenges and the government funding that may finally fire it up.
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Tracing Humanity’s Longtime Urge To Manage Moving Water
When humans began to put down roots, we also started to forge what Giulio Boccaletti calls a “social contract” with water. In his new book, “Water: A Biography,” the London-based scientist explores that relationship through a long historical lens. BookShelf contributor Gary Wilson reviews the volume and finds that political ambitions and economic development are central to the story.
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Finding the Secret Rail Hazmat Routes Near You
Under federal rules, states can decide whether to divulge information about hazardous materials rolling along their railways — and mostly they don’t. Not knowing where and when hazmat trains are traveling or what’s on board creates anxiety and raises the risk for those who live near the tracks. TipSheet offers resources and step-by-step instructions for investigating railway hazmat threats to your community.
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"Business Backlash Pushing GOP To Weaken Anti-ESG Proposals"
"Conservative Republicans who want to thwart socially and environmentally conscious investing are now being pushed to water down their proposals after backlash from powerful business groups and fears that state pension systems could see huge losses."
Source: AP, 03/10/2023
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