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These Countries Are Leading on EV Adoption
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Government support, falling costs and improved technology have kickstarted electric vehicle (EV) sales around the world; in 2022, 10% of global passenger vehicle sales were EVs. But to prevent the worst impacts of climate change, EV sales will need grow to 75%-95% of global passenger vehicle sales by 2030. Ten countries are proving that rapid EV scale-up is achievable. WRI experts crunch the data to reveal which nations are leading the charge. Read more
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EV chargers line a residential street in Europe. EV adoption has grown in places where buyers were confident in easily accessible public chargers. Photo by anouchka/iStock
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How to Get Public Buy-in on Clean Energy Projects
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The U.S. Inflation Reduction Act and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law unlocked unprecedented funding for renewables in the U.S., but jumpstarting clean energy projects can be challenging. Large-scale energy projects like wind farms often face pushback from nearby communities. Enter community benefits agreements: When done right, they can help achieve public buy-in by ensuring new projects provide economic benefits and opportunities to local people. WRI experts explain. Read more
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Decarbonizing Freight: Opportunities and Obstacles for Clean Fuels
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While the shift to clean energy is well underway in many sectors, freight transport isn’t one of them. Aviation, maritime shipping, commercial trucks and freight trains are particularly tricky to decarbonize. But more and more solutions are emerging, such as renewable liquid fuels, electrified transport and battery power. WRI experts assess the current state of play. Read more
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From Climate Week to COP28: Your One-stop Shop
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Climate Week, taking place September 17-23, 2023 in New York, marks the start of the road to the next UN climate summit (COP28). There, thought leaders and policymakers from around the world will gather in Dubai to take stock of climate action to date and determine what’s needed next to confront the climate crisis. What’s at stake? And what are the key issues to watch for signs of progress? WRI answers these and other questions in our new WRI’s COP28 Resource Hub
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. Be sure to check back periodically for the latest news, commentary and analysis on UN climate negotiations.
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Norway is the global leader in EV use, with sales growing from 1% to 80% over 12 years. To meet global climate needs, the world needs to scale EV sales roughly as quickly as Norway.
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Food Loss & Waste: The Great Untapped Solution
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The Ocean as a Solution to Climate Change: Updated Opportunities for Action
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Steering the Transition: Electric School Bus Drivers
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Greenhouse Gas Protocol: Topline Findings from Market-based Accounting Approaches Survey
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Creating an Equitable Clean Energy Future: Engaging Local Communities in Project Planning and Development
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