Climate Policy
Swedish party leaders criticize government's e-moped project in Ghana
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Sweden's government invests over 100 million kronor in electric mopeds in Ghana to meet national climate goals, but the project faces sharp criticism from party leaders and experts following Aftonbladet's investigation. Concerns include ties to Russian interests, doubtful emission reductions, and subsidies to private companies. Several leaders describe the initiative as absurd and misguided.
New research shows that prescribed burns and other fuel reduction efforts by the U.S. Forest Service deliver strong economic returns by limiting wildfire damage. The study, published in the journal Science, analyzed hundreds of fires in the Western United States. It found that every dollar spent avoided nearly four dollars in health, property, and emissions costs.
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The New York Times published leaked internal Supreme Court memos from 2016 on Saturday, revealing the justices' debate leading to a stay on President Barack Obama's Clean Power Plan. Chief Justice John Roberts pressed colleagues for swift action in the documents. The memos highlight concerns over the EPA rule's implementation amid lower court proceedings.
Illinois lawmakers have enacted the Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act to combat soaring electricity prices by investing in battery storage and lifting a nuclear moratorium. The legislation introduces a temporary surcharge on bills but promises substantial long-term savings. It marks the state's first major climate initiative since President Trump's return to office.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has proposed eliminating its Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program, which requires large emitters to report emissions data. This move, part of broader rollbacks under the Trump administration, raises concerns about tracking national emissions and forming climate policy. Climate experts and NGOs warn that while alternatives exist, they cannot fully replace the federal system's role.