Clean Energy Program Races to Finish Work Before Trump Takes Over
The Energy Department’s $400 billion program to support electric vehicles, batteries and other low emissions technology is hustling to get money out the door.
2024 Fossil Fuel Emissions Are Headed for a Record
Countries promised to move away from coal, oil and natural gas at last year’s climate summit. New research shows they’re are burning more than ever before.
Will Musk Influence Trump on Climate Change and Electric Vehicles?
The Tesla billionaire is a key figure in the president-elect’s orbit. One question is whether his views on climate and clean energy will have any sway.
Global Electricity Demand Is Rising Faster Than Expected, I.E.A. Says
A surge in power use worldwide could make it harder for nations to slash emissions and keep global warming in check.
Here’s Where the Inflation Reduction Act Is Working, and Where It’s Falling Short
Electric vehicles are booming as expected, a new analysis found, but renewable power isn’t growing as quickly as hoped.
Are You a Super Driver? Some States Want to Help You Go Electric.
A small share of motorists burns about a third of America’s gasoline, a study found. Switching to electric vehicles would make a huge dent in climate-warming emissions.
U.S. Carbon Emissions Fell in 2023 as Coal Use Tumbled to New Lows
The drop was big, but emissions would need to fall three times as fast for the rest of the decade if the country wants to meet its climate goals.
I.E.A. Sees Oil, Gas and Coal Demand Peaking By 2030
The prediction, which has stirred controversy among oil producers, is a sign of a sweeping transformation in the global energy landscape.
IEA Report Warns Electric Grid Delays Threaten Clean Energy Plans
Even as technologies like wind, solar and electric cars spread, nations are falling far behind in building the power lines needed to support them.
I.E.A. Says Oil Is Near Its Peak, but Climate Change Is Far Fro
Despite the rapid growth of electric vehicles and solar power, other efforts to tackle warming are lagging, according to the International Energy Agency.