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Canada Urged to Boost Climate Adaptation Spending
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Governments Emphasize Links Between Climate Change and Nature Loss
In a landmark shift, governments around the world are increasingly emphasizing the direct links between climate change and the collapse of biodiversity. This interconnectedness, which…
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GE’s Steam Power Systems to deliver $1.9 Billion Contract for Hinkley Point C Nuclear Power Station in the United Kingdom
GE has confirmed that it received approval of its $1.9 billion contract for EDF Energy’s Hinkley Point C nuclear power project. Steam Power Systems, part…
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Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation Efforts in British Columbia
As of early May 2025, British Columbia is experiencing significant climate-related challenges, including rising temperatures, increased wildfire risks, and ecological disruptions. These developments underscore the…
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Exowatt's Next-Generation Renewable Energy Tech Could Power Data Centers
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to drive unprecedented demand for computing power, data centers are facing mounting pressure to meet energy needs sustainably. Exowatt, a…
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Federal Funding to Protect Nunavut's Coastal Communities from Climate Change
The Canadian government has announced significant federal funding to help safeguard Nunavut's coastal communities from the impacts of climate change. This financial support comes at…
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Eaton Fire Investigation Could Take 18 Months
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FERC Delay Threatens 3 GW in ISO-NE Auction
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's (FERC) failure to act on ISO New England's (ISO-NE) proposed interconnection reforms is raising alarms, as it could prevent up…
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The Mentoring Gap: How the Loss of Informal Knowledge Is Affecting Safety
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Scheduling Vegetation Maintenance Activities
How to adopt best practices to improve reliability and reduce costs BY PHILIP CHARLTON, Utility Arborist Association Electric utilities have always faced the challenge of…
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United Power Installs Hendrix Aerial Spacer Cable Solution to Address Fire Mitigation Needs
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