Decarbonization
The potential for carbon-capture tech is captivating
Experts believe direct air capture investments are necessary to “decarbonize in parallel” with renewable energy deployment. A number of developments make 2021 look promising for progress. Read More
What Microsoft's new Israeli building says about sustainable office design post-pandemic
The new building brings together sustainability with good old tech perks and a new emphasis on flexibility spurred by the work-from-home revolution. Read More
These entrepreneurs are staying grounded as climate tech soars
Flush times also tend to create a boom mentality. But serial founders Gene Berdichevsky and David Crane are approaching the exuberance with pragmatism. Read More
North America should be growing huge swaths of bamboo — here's why
The grass has a bad rap in the U.S. as an invasive nuisance, but the plant can quickly sequester at least double the amount of carbon as a similar stand of trees. Read More
What the US can learn from China about how leasing affects EV transition
Flexible and full-service rental models, similar to the ones offered in Shenzhen, could reduce barriers and kick-start fleet electrification in the United States and other regions around the world. Read More
Flying on 100% sustainable fuel by 2030? Boeing announces development plans
The aviation sector has the climate goal of cutting carbon emissions by 50 percent by mid-century. Sustainable aviation fuels could be one solution to reduce emissions. Read More
Ocean-based sequestration heats up
Until recently, the concept of blue carbon attracted little attention outside academic and think-tank circles. We may be at a turning point, thanks to the actions of some forward-thinking businesses. Read More
7 data considerations to underpin your decarbonization journey
Sponsored: Achieving net-zero requires reliable and robust GHG emissions data. Follow these data practices to establish financial-grade emissions data for net-zero. Read More
Proposed model shows potential for circular practices in construction steel
A suggested process that could enable steelmakers to offer reused materials profitably. Read More
GM commits to be carbon-neutral by 2040
General Motors is the latest automaker to make a carbon neutral commitment. Read More