An ambitious effort to reroute traffic around Alaska's Kenai Peninsula is underway to reduce moose-vehicle collisions and protect wildlife, including the implementation of wildlife crossings to guide animals safely across the road. The Sterling Highway near Cooper Landing is being redesigned with wider shoulders, passing lanes, and updated guardrails to enhance driver safety, while also alleviating congestion and improving the driver experience. The project plan includes innovative wildlife crossings, such as Alaska's first vegetated wildlife overpass, to promote safe passage for animals and prevent genetic isolation among animal populations. The construction, led by the DOT&PF and Federal Highway Administration, is now expected to cost over $955 million and involve the Kenaitze Indian Tribe in setting excavation standards and ensuring cultural observers are present during construction, with completion scheduled for 2031 and a five-year post-construction study to monitor wildlife use, crash reduction, and vegetation recovery.
Category: Transportation
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World Mayors Summit Day 2
At the 2025 World Mayors Summit, C40 Cities announced three new accelerators to address climate-related issues in cities. The Cool Cities Accelerator aims to help cities prepare for extreme heat and protect residents from its deadly effects, while the Thriving Food Systems Accelerator focuses on transforming food systems for all residents. The Urban Planning Accelerator aims to drive bold climate action by placing people, planet, and prosperity at the center of urban development. These initiatives aim to create cooler, safer, fairer cities, tackle hunger, improve livelihoods, and cut greenhouse gas emissions by up to 25% by 2050. City leaders are also collaborating to decarbonize freight transport, reduce methane emissions, and accelerate climate progress through initiatives like CHAMP and the Global Mutirão, emphasizing the importance of cities in shaping the global climate agenda.
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World’s biggest isolated grid hits new peak of 89 per cent renewables, led by rooftop solar
Western Australia's South West Interconnected System has reached a record high of 89% renewables, led by rooftop solar, with plans to retire coal generators by 2029 and fill the gap with new wind and solar capacity. The grid is supported by large batteries to balance supply and demand, with the federal government seeking bids for 1.6 GW of new capacity. Winners will be announced in March or April next year, and support for independent media like Renew Economy is encouraged to promote accurate information and climate solutions. Giles Parkinson, founder and editor-in-chief of Renew Economy, is highlighted as a journalist with over 40 years of experience dedicated to supporting climate solutions through independent media.
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Mutirão in action at C40 World Mayors Summit as cities lead the way to COP30
City leaders from around the world are showcasing real solutions for climate action at the C40 World Mayors Summit in Rio de Janeiro ahead of COP30. The theme of the summit is "Mutirão in Motion: Cities Leading the Way to COP30" and highlights Brazil's tradition of community collaboration to build solutions. Initiatives such as the Global Methane Hub and the Urban Planning Accelerator are being launched to support cities in cutting methane emissions and integrating climate and equity into city master plans. Mayors are calling for increased funding for urban climate finance and are pushing for the 'Baku-to-Belém Roadmap to $1.3 trillion' to mobilize public and private investment in cities, states, and regions, especially in the Global South. Investment in electric bus fleets in Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Mexico has surged to US$4.3 billion, with a partnership aiming to drive port decarbonization through a $1 billion Global Port Sustainability-Linked Loan initiative. Mayor Sadiq Khan emphasizes the importance of cities in addressing climate change and building a sustainable future, while Mayor Eduardo Paes highlights the role of C40 cities in reducing emissions and creating green jobs. Mark Watts, Executive Director of C40, discusses China's "irreversible" green transition and growing global ambition, with efforts in transitioning to a more sustainable economy seen as a positive development in the fight against climate change, influencing other nations to follow suit. This shift towards sustainability is crucial in addressing the climate crisis and creating a more environmentally friendly future.
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Native American Heritage Month: how Tribal Communities are leading the clean energy transition
The Zuni Youth Enrichment Project in New Mexico has installed a 27-kilowatt solar array at their youth center with support from Everybody Solar, generating over 48,000 kilowatt hours of electricity annually to offset energy use and reduce carbon emissions. This clean energy project allows the organization to redirect energy savings towards expanding cultural education and wellness initiatives for Zuni youth and families, while also fostering community connections and sustainable futures. Tribal Nations, including ZYEP, are reclaiming control over their energy futures to reduce energy burden, insulate themselves from price volatility, and keep more dollars in the local economy, showcasing local leadership and energy sovereignty in action. Native communities are leading the way toward sustainability by investing in clean energy, strengthening cultural identity, expanding opportunity, and ensuring a livable planet for future generations.
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Japanese utility uses Sharp PV-linked home batteries for grid balancing
Tohoku Electric Power in Japan is utilizing Sharp's residential batteries and AI-powered energy management systems to balance grid demand and optimize household solar energy use. Customers can earn points redeemable for local products through the program, which learns household lifestyle patterns and solar power generation status to efficiently consume generated electricity and reduce electricity bills. The upgraded AI-based system by Sharp links residential solar power systems, storage batteries, home appliances, and electric vehicles for effective use of PV-generated electricity, allowing for remote control of batteries to adjust the balance of power supply and demand.
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Australia introduces Guarantee of Origin scheme for clean energy exports
The Australian Government has introduced the Guarantee of Origin (GO) scheme, a voluntary framework to support businesses and exporters in tapping into the demand for renewable electricity. The scheme aims to provide emissions accounting and certification of renewable electricity for products, offering transparency for consumers and access to low-emissions markets for Australian producers. The Clean Energy Regulator will administer the scheme, certifying emissions of products like hydrogen and green metals, as well as renewable electricity, providing regulatory certainty for businesses and investors to increase Australia's share in the global clean energy market. Additionally, initiatives such as the Hydrogen HeadStart program, Hydrogen Production Tax Incentive, and Green Aluminium Production Credit are being launched to support the energy transition, showcasing how products are made and their life cycle emissions to compete in a decarbonizing global economy and attract investment in Australia.
https://www.power-technology.com/news/australia-introduces-guarantee-of-origin-scheme/
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Maxus eTerron 9 and the “Grid of Tomorrow” Presented at Electric Power Conference
The CEPSI 2025 Exhibition at the Asia Clean Energy Summit showcased the Maxus eTerron 9 electric pickup truck and advanced charging installation, focusing on vehicle-to-load (V2L) technology. The eTerron 9 serves as a case study in distributed energy resources, with a 102.2 kWh battery pack capable of grid support applications. SP Group demonstrated the charging infrastructure with bidirectional power flow capabilities, offering up to 6.6 kW of external power output for various applications. The exhibition highlighted the potential of electric vehicles as grid-connected energy assets, addressing decentralized power systems and energy resilience discussions at CEPSI 2025.
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Major Battery Tech Event To Be Held In Spain
Battery Tech Europe is a new event at Fira de Barcelona focusing on the next generation of emerging battery applications and showcasing European innovation in battery technology. The conference will bring together thousands of energy professionals, engineers, entrepreneurs, and investors to discuss pathways for solving challenges in the sector and accelerating the transition to a more sustainable energy model. With a focus on grid-scale storage, aerospace technologies, maritime electrification, and other key sectors beyond electric vehicles, the event aims to prioritize European innovation and energy independence. Featuring 5,000 battery professionals, 150 exhibitors, and 100+ expert speakers, the conference will facilitate knowledge transfer of the latest innovations and development policies in the battery technology sector, highlighting advancements in sustainability and technology.