Channeling the Global North’s “Clean Energy” Transition
How can activists in the north and south work together to ensure a global just transiti
The Mineral Rush
Wealthy countries are angling for access to the resources of poorer countries to power a “clean energy” transition. But this transition is about so much more than that.
Colombia Adopts an Unprecedented Energy Policy—but Needs Help to Pull It Off
Will the world, and particularly the United States, now lend a hand to Colombia to pull it out of its economic hole?
New Mexico’s Case for Public Ownership of its Clean Energy Infrastructure
Any energy transition that doesn’t guarantee a pathway to public ownership perpetuates inequality and wealth extraction from New Mexicans .
The Institute for Policy Studies and the Center for Civic Policy Release a Groundbreaking New Report: “People-Powered: The Case for Renewable Energy Democracy in New Mexico”
“For far too long, we have been told to not dream big and to conform to the status quo. This report offers an example of a prosperous and just future for all New Mexicans if we dream big and change the system to work for us and not big energy corporations,” said lead author Josue De Luna Navarro.
Rain and Sunshine and Wind
How an Energy Transition Could Power Nebraska
Painting the World Green
How committed is the Biden administration to reshaping U.S. foreign policy to save the planet?
Shine Campaign: Energizing women in the Global South
The future of sustainable energy innovation is women-led, community-powered, and based in the Global South.
Need Money for a Green New Deal? Get It From ICE.
With the money we spend on ICE and CBP, we could solar power nearly 35 million homes.
Refusing to Fund Our Own Destruction
From the White House to Ohio, too many politicians care more about protecting toxic industries than protecting their constituents.
Ireland’s Taking $380 Million Out of Fossil Fuels. Where Should It Go?
The Atlantic country has a huge opportunity to model getting money out of fossil fuel companies and into the hands of the people.
How Air Conditioning Unites — And Divides
Most Americans now have A/C at home. At work, it’s a different story.
Making Utility Bills Rise Again
The mercury is rising, and so are utility bills. So why does this administration want to scrap those Energy Star labels that help us save?
The World Won’t Wait for the U.S. to Take Climate Action
While Trump puts his fossil fuel interests first, cities, states, and the international community will move towards a clean energy transition, IPS associate fellow Daphne Wysham told the Real News Network.
Cities and States Can Lead the Way Towards a Clean Energy Transition
As the Trump administration continues to falsely claim that fossil fuels are needed for job growth, cities and states can play a larger role in addressing climate change and creating jobs, IPS climate policy expert Basav Sen told Rising Up with Sonali.