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@KenCaldeira shared
On May 13, 2021
@rustneversleepz Thanks. This figure illustrates the greater role for public R&D at earlier stages, when generated knowledge may be a public good yielding uncertain returns, and a greater role for markets at later stages. See also this interview with Michael Grubb: https://t.co/h36MidfOhy https://t.co/eKY5Xi7ttS
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Guest post: Why the low carbon transition may be much cheaper than models predict

Guest post: Why the low carbon transition may be much cheaper than models predict

Many models used to chart the low carbon transition imply that there are benefits in delaying investment in these technologies, waiting instead for R&D to drive down costs over time.

@OECD shared
On May 18, 2021
RT @IEA: Our #NetZero2050Roadmap is out now! 📢 This landmark report shows that major government actions are needed immediately to ensure the opportunity of net-zero emissions by 2050 is not lost. Explore the report & data, available on our site for free ➡️ https://t.co/tiS22MMbsx
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Net Zero by 2050

Net Zero by 2050

Net Zero by 2050 - Analysis and key findings. A report by the International Energy Agency.

@PVSolarReport shared
On May 17, 2021
California’s governor proposes US$350m support for long-duration #energystorage in budget revision https://t.co/WPyPniKxAZ
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California’s governor proposes US$350m support for long-duration energy storage in budget revision

California’s governor proposes US$350m support for long-duration energy storage in budget revision

California governor Gavin Newsom has tabled a revision to the US state’s budget which would put US$100 billion into economic recovery, including US$912 million to accelerate progress on ...

@EnergyPress shared
On May 17, 2021
RT @ENERGY: What have @BetterBldgsDOE and @BetterPlantsDOE partners done this past year? ➡️ Saved $13.5 billion in energy costs ➡️ Avoided 133 million metric tons of carbon emissions (equal to the emissions of 28.2 million cars in a single year) Learn more 👉 https://t.co/JqlkP391Vu https://t.co/ttSIJqCASp
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DOE's Better Buildings Initiative Saves $13.5 Billion in Energy Costs

DOE's Better Buildings Initiative Saves $13.5 Billion in Energy Costs

New report highlights 12 organizations achieving bold energy, water, and financing goals; DOE launches new $12 million Lighting Prize.

@cleantechnica shared
On May 15, 2021
Governor Newsom Taps Budget Surplus For Clean Energy https://t.co/h8uSM1dmz0
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@cleantechnica shared
On May 12, 2021
The US Infrastructure Bill & the Costs of a Sustainable Transition https://t.co/tjioVeDduR
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The US Infrastructure Bill & the Costs of a Sustainable Transition

The US Infrastructure Bill & the Costs of a Sustainable Transition

Infrastructure Bill & the Costs of a Sustainable Transition

@JesseJenkins shared
On May 17, 2021
RT @ProfDavidHart: NEW @ITIFdc It’s time to raise America’s ambition for clean energy and climate research, development, and demonstration investment. @colin_cunliff @linhknguyen & I detail benefits & opportunities from a funding surge https://t.co/CKaj3DWpKE
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Energizing Innovation: Raising the Ambition for Federal Energy RD&D in Fiscal Year 2022

Energizing Innovation: Raising the Ambition for Federal Energy RD&D in Fiscal Year 2022

The United States should launch a “moon shot” in clean energy that mobilizes its unmatched innovative capabilities to combat climate change and capture global markets. The fiscal year 2022 ...

@PVSolarReport shared
On May 14, 2021
Sunrise brief: Starbucks-backed community solar is serving up energy in New York State https://t.co/zitniQMCaH
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Sunrise brief: Starbucks-backed community solar is serving up energy in New York State

Sunrise brief: Starbucks-backed community solar is serving up energy in New York State

Also on the rise: The interconnection logjam for solar is large and growing, says Berkeley Lab in an upcoming study; price quotes for solar saw a big drop in the second half of 2020; and an ...