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Here’s our list of the experts and advocates, outside the government, who are playing big roles in Washington’s policy debates.

Today’s Quarterly Energy Dynamics report (QED) from the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) reveal electricity prices have increased 140 percent in the last 12 months, mainly driven by high coal prices and breakdowns at coal power stations.

The long-term benefits include a more stable grid and cheaper power prices thanks to onboarding more renewables,” said Richie Merzian, Climate & Energy Program Director at the Australia institute.

Economist Robert Pollin says nationalization isn't a panacea but it would eliminate the obstacles that Big Oil places in the way of public financing for clean energy investments. By Jessica Corbett Common Dreams In the wake of a United Nations report that activists said showed the "bleak an

Rapid decarbonization of energy is non-negotiable if we are to avert catastrophic global heating, says the latest UN climate report.

The Vermont House passed a massive transportation spending package, advancing two pieces of legislation that together invest $866 million in Vermont’s bridges, roads and public transit and significantly expand electric vehicle incentives and...

While human activities are contributing to changing weather patterns, experts say taking steps like turning to clean electricity can help mitigate the effects.

The best response remains rapid emissions reductions while cushioning the impacts through greater research and spending on adaptation.

Parts of Sydney are on track to experience five times the number of extreme heat days a year if something is not done to curb emissions.

COP26 made clear how leaders of the wealthy world plan to keep avoiding the climate crisis.