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Rinnovabili • Trump’s solar and wind energy policy blocks new projects
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Trump’s latest move deals a blow to solar and wind energy

A new directive from the Department of the Interior raises federal scrutiny for renewable energy projects, threatening solar and wind development nationwide.

Rinnovabili • Tariffs: EU seeks deal with Trump as U.S. letter sets deadline
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Tariffs: EU seeks deal with Trump…

The EU aims to avoid tariffs with a Trump deal, as tensions…

Rinnovabili • U.S. tariffs pressure Europe amid rising global tensions
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U.S. tariffs, tense hours for Europe…

U.S. tariffs raise concern in Europe as the August 1 deadline nears,…


Rinnovabili • Green deal objectives: EU to miss 2/3 of 2030 targets
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EU set to miss two-thirds of green deal targets by 2030

Green deal objectives: EU falters as only 8 of 28 indicators are on track, risking failure…

Rinnovabili • Target reduction emissions: Japan plans a 60% cut by 2035
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Japan to Cut Emissions by 60% by 2035

Tokyo sets ambitious emission reduction targets: 60% by 2035, 73% by 2040. The current goal remains…

Rinnovabili • China's coal power plants hit new records in 2024
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China sets new records in coal power plant approvals

In 2023, Beijing approved 66.7 GW of new coal plants and started construction on 94.5 GW—the…

Rinnovabili • CBAM regulation: EU to exempt 80% of companies from carbon tax
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CBAM regulation rollback: exemptions set for 80% of European businesses

Up to 180,000 importing companies out of 200,000 may be exempt from the EU’s carbon border…

Rinnovabili • Reducing greenhouse gas emissions in buildings and transportation
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Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions: Priorities for Buildings and Transportation

Reducing greenhouse gas emissions is possible with existing technologies. Electrification, efficiency, and behavioral changes can cut…

Rinnovabili • EU Competitiveness Compass: What’s Next for Energy, Climate, and Industry?
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EU Competitiveness Compass: What’s Next for Energy, Climate, and Industry?

The EU Competitiveness Compass aims to boost Europe's strategic autonomy, innovation, and green transition. Discover key…

Rinnovabili • Environmental Lobbies: What’s Behind the Scandal Over EU Funds for NGOs?
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Environmental Lobbies: What’s Behind the Scandal Over EU Funds for NGOs?

An investigation by a Dutch newspaper has sparked criticism against former EU Commission Vice President Frans…

Rinnovabili • What Donald Trump Decided on Climate and Energy
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What Donald Trump decided on climate and energy

Donald Trump reverses climate policies with an exit from the Paris Agreement, expanded fossil fuel drilling,…

Rinnovabili • Offshore Drilling Ban: Biden Halts Exploration in U.S. Waters
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United States Enforces Permanent Ban on Offshore Drilling Across an Area Eight…

Biden's last major act as President prohibits oil and gas drilling along the Atlantic and most…

Rinnovabili • Global Shipping Emissions Tax Backed by Liberia and Panama
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Liberia and Panama Support Global Shipping Emissions Tax, Covering 66% of Fleet

Liberia and Panama back the global shipping emissions tax, representing 66% of the global fleet. Learn…

Rinnovabili • Russian Gas Halted Through Ukraine: EU’s Prepared Response
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Russian Gas Transit via Ukraine Ends: EU Assures “No Cause for Concern”

The EU is prepared for the end of Russian gas transit through Ukraine, replacing volumes with…

Rinnovabili • USB-C Charging: The Universal Standard Takes Over, Marking a Loss for Apple
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USB-C Charging: The Universal Standard Takes Over, Marking a Loss for Apple

The EU mandates USB-C charging ports for all electronic devices, reducing e-waste and saving €250M annually.…