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Microsoft Invests in Clearloop’s Solar Projects to Drive Grid Decarbonization in America

Clearloop, the carbon solutions subsidiary of Silicon Ranch inked a multi-year solar deal with Microsoft to unlock 100 MWAC of renewable power This initiative targets about 20 underserved American communities and broadly aims to decarbonize the U.S. grid and boost economic growth. According to EIA’s latest forecast, the US expects 63GW of new utility-scale power […]

A Tale of Two Climate Policies: Canada Rethinks Consumer Carbon Pricing While U.S. Drops Social Cost of Carbon

Carbon pricing has long been a central tool in Canada’s and the United States’ climate strategies. However, recent political shifts are changing how both nations approach this policy.  In Canada, Liberal leadership contender Chrystia Freeland has pledged to scrap the consumer carbon pricing system in favor of alternatives developed through consultations. In the U.S., President […]

Anglo American and Codelco Join Forces to Maximize Chile’s Copper Output

Anglo American has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Codelco, a Chilean mining company. The agreement involves Anglo American’s subsidiary, Anglo American Sur SA (AAS), which owns 50.1% of the company. Both firms will work together on a joint mining plan for their neighboring copper mines, Los Bronces and Andina, in Chile. This partnership […]

From Waste to Watts: SolarBank and Viridi Intend to Transform a Landfill Into a Solar Powerhouse with Battery Storage

Disseminated on behalf of SolarBank Corporation. SolarBank Corporation (NASDAQ: SUUN; Cboe CA: SUNN, FSE: GY2) teamed up with Viridi to build a 3.06 megawatt (MW) ground-mounted solar project. This project will also include a 1.2 megawatt-hour (MWh) battery energy storage system (BESS) in Buffalo, New York. This initiative plans to turn a closed landfill into […]

Carbon Removal Gets a Boost: Climeworks Partners with TikTok & Two Drifters, While Crbn Launches Carbon Credits App

Carbon removal means capturing CO₂ from the air and storing it for good. This helps lessen the effects of climate change. Methods include direct air capture, reforestation, and ocean-based solutions. It is becoming a key strategy for companies aiming to reduce emissions. Climeworks recently boosted the market by securing big deals with TikTok and Two […]

ICAO Unveils Finvest Hub to Drive SAF Funding and Net Zero Aviation

The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) is launching a global platform to connect aviation sustainability projects with investors. The ICAO Finvest Hub will fund initiatives like sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production and clean energy development. This effort aims to reduce aviation emissions and speed up the transition to a greener planet The press release highlighted […]