December 1 NEC Energy News
¶ “Landmark Climate Change Case Will Open At The Top UN Court” • After years of lobbying by island nations, the top UN court is to take up the largest case in its history. It is opening two weeks of hearings into what countries are legally required to do to combat climate change and help vulnerable nations fight its devastating impact. [ABC News]
¶ “Philippines Inks MOU With UAE On Renewable, Nuclear Energy Partnership” • The Philippines signed a memorandum of understanding with the United Arab Emirates to collaborate on renewable and nuclear energy among others, with an agreement on implementation set to be signed with a state-owned UAE company in January 2025. [GMA Network]
¶ “Baltic Nation Deploys Solar Power Plant For 100% Energy Independence” • Last week Estonian solar developer Sunly rolled out a 244-MW solar power plant in Risti, Lääne County. A 144-MW battery array will complement the solar panels, and Sunly is in discussions with local communities to determine the location of nine wind turbines. [CleanTechnica]
¶ “Aviation Industry Told To Prepare For Inevitable Impact Of Climate Change” • A report says the aviation industry must prepare for the effects of climate change to ensure the continued safety and effectiveness of air travel. It says disruptive weather patterns, such as extreme temperatures, storms, and flooding, will increasingly pose risks. [LARA Magazine]
¶ “Japan Eyes Next-Gen Solar Power Equivalent To 20 Nuclear Reactors” • The Japanese government is planning to generate 20 GW of electricity, equivalent to the output of 20 nuclear reactors, through perovskite solar cells in fiscal 2040. Japan is the world’s second largest producer of iodine, which is the primary material in perovskite solar cells. [The Mainichi]
¶ “Connecticut Police Departments Test Out EVs – With Some Naysayers” • Some Connecticut police departments are piloting EVs for their workday needs. With EV prices near parity with internal combustion engine vehicles and highly efficient batteries providing more than adequate range, it makes sense. But local media are spreading myths. [CleanTechnica]
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