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AT&T teams up with Arbor Day Foundation to heal Calif. wildfire scars

2 weeks ago | san.com | Ali Caldwell |Bast Bramhall |Diane Duenez |Heath Cary

[Jack Aylmer]THAT OLD CELL PHONE YOU HAVE LYING AROUND MAY BE WORTH SOME “GREEN”. BUT IT’S NOT THE GREEN YOU THINK. A-T-& T AND ASSURANT PROTECTION COMPANY ARE TEAMING UP TO SUPPORT THE ARBOR DAY FOUNDATION’S REFORESTATION EFFORTS IN CALIFORNIA. EVERY PHONE, TABLET, OR DEVICE TRADED IN TO AT&T ONLINE OR IN-STORE DURING APRIL WILL SUPPORT THE PLANTING OF A TREEAT THE PLACERVILLE NURSERY FOR CALIFORNIA WILDFIRE REFORESTATION. THIS IS THE STATE’S ONLY FOREST SERVICE NURSERY AND ONE OF SIX NATIONWIDE.
Ford may put stick shifts in its EVs, only 18% of US drivers know how to use it

3 weeks ago | san.com | Heath Cary |Jack Aylmer

Ford has filed a patent for a simulated stick shift in its EVs to enhance driver engagement. This is even though fewer than 20% of American drivers know how to use a manual transmission. The system would use an electronic actuator to simulate gear shifts, adjusting motor output and torque instead of physically shifting gears. Other automakers, like Hyundai and Toyota, are also exploring similar technologies. Ford has not confirmed if or when it will implement the feature.
New Yorkers may face higher energy bills to fund renewable power

1 month ago | san.com | Heath Cary |Jack Aylmer

New York’s largest utility provider, Con Edison, has proposed an 11.4% increase in electricity rates and a 13.3% increase in gas rates to support renewable energy investments. Many state residents oppose these hikes, with over 800 public comments submitted, citing concerns over already high power costs. Government data shows nearly 1.4 million New York residents were already behind on their energy bills in December 2024, collectively owing nearly $2 billion.
How the world's top polluters are doing on their emissions reduction goals

2 months ago | san.com | Heath Cary |Jack Aylmer

The world’s top four greenhouse gas emitters, China, the United States, India and the European Union, set respective targets to reduce emissions. However, the progress toward achieving their climate goals has varied. China, the leading global emitter, accounts for of the planet’s greenhouse gas output but also leads globally in renewable energy production. Beijing pledged to peak emissions by 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2060.
EVs, hybrids see reliability improvements but trail behind gas models

Dec 5, 2024 | san.com | Heath Cary |Jack Aylmer

Electric vehicles (EVs) are making progress in reliability, according to the latest findings from Consumer Reports. However, they still face significant challenges compared to traditional gas-powered cars. The publication’s most recent automotive report card revealed EVs had 40% more reliability issues than gas-powered vehicles, narrowing the gap from last year’s 79% disparity. Download the SAN app today to stay up-to-date with Unbiased. Straight Facts™.
China activates world's most powerful onshore wind turbine

Nov 20, 2024 | san.com | Heath Cary |Jack Aylmer

The world’s most powerful onshore wind turbine has officially been switched on in China. With blades reaching heights comparable to the Great Pyramid of Giza, the turbine boasts an energy capacity of 15 megawatts – enough to supply electricity to approximately 160,000 households.
Pakistan's power grid threatened by growing adoption of Chinese solar panels

Nov 13, 2024 | san.com | Heath Cary |Jack Aylmer

[Jack Aylmer]PAKISTAN HAS SOME OF THE MOST EXPENSIVE ENERGY PRICES IN ASIA. AND WITH OVER 40-PERCENT OF THE COUNTRY’S POPULATION LIVING IN POVERTY – MANY ARE MOVING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY AS A WAY TO CUT DOWN ON SKY-HIGH ELECTRIC BILLS. BUT A TREND OF SOLAR PANEL ADOPTION IS NOW THREATENING PAKISTAN’S POWER SECTOR. HERE’S WHAT’S GOING ON. SINCE 20-21, ENERGY PRICES IN PAKISTAN HAVE INCREASED BY 155-PERCENT. PUTTING A STRAIN ON RESIDENTS FACING ENERGY COSTS HIGHER THAN THEIR RENT PAYMENTS.
Private jet emissions driven up nearly 50% by world's wealthiest individuals

Nov 8, 2024 | san.com | Heath Cary |Jack Aylmer

[Jack]CARBON POLLUTION FROM PRIVATE JETS HAS SPIKED OVER THE LAST FIVE YEARS. THIS ACCORDING TO A NEW STUDY PUBLISHED THURSDAY BY A EUROPEAN RESEARCH TEAM-WHO EXAMINED OVER 18-AND-A-HALF MILLION FLIGHTS BY ABOUT 26,000 AIRPLANES TO REACH THEIR CONCLUSIONS. THEY FOUND THE EMISSIONS TOTAL FROM PRIVATE JETS HAS INCREASED BY NEARLY 50 PERCENT SINCE 2019.
US renewable energy subsidies benefit a Chinese solar company in Ohio

Oct 30, 2024 | san.com | Heath Cary |Jack Aylmer

A newly opened solar panel manufacturing plant in Pataskala, Ohio, is generating hundreds of new jobs. However, its partial Chinese ownership has led to concerns about the U.S. government subsidies supporting it. The factory, operated under a joint venture called Illuminate USA, promises to produce more than 9.2 million solar panels annually. That would make it one of the largest advanced solar panel production hubs in the United States.
Solar panels save on energy costs, but make roof repairs more expensive

Oct 28, 2024 | san.com | Heath Cary |Jack Aylmer

Installing rooftop solar panels can help homeowners reduce energy costs, with experts estimating that the average U.S. household saves around on utility bills after adding this renewable energy infrastructure. Over the panel’s lifespan, these savings can total anywhere from $28,000 to $120,000, but having them can also make some home renovations more expensive.