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Converting Coal Power Plants to Nuclear Gains Steam

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On a planet aspiring to become carbon neutral, the once-stalwart coal power plant is an emerging anachronism. It is true that, in much of the developing world, coal-fired capacity continues to grow. But in every corner of the globe, political and financial pressures are mounting to bury coal in the past.

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Major deposits of rare earth elements reported at Ramaco’s Brook Mine in Wyoming

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In association with researchers from the Department of Energy’s National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) and analysts at mining consultancy Weir International, metallurgical coal producer Ramaco Resources released an independent Exploration Target report with technical assessment of rare earth elements (REE) found at its Brook Mine in Wyoming.

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Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid, cheap renewables, tax credits: Today's Car News

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California regulatory documents show range estimates for the new Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid. A new report shows that building new renewable power can be cheaper than running old coal plants. Automakers join forces to lobby for extending electric-car tax credits. And California preps for half a million electric cars.

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Berkeley study finds renewable portfolio standards insufficient to meet 2030 GHG emission targets; new policy required

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Pie charts show the proportion of different types of energy sources generating power and flowing between load areas if there were a carbon tax of $70 per ton. To meet these carbon goals, coal has to go away from the region. Click to enlarge. —Daniel Kammen.

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Mirant and RRI Energy to Merge to Create GenOn Energy; Second-Largest Independent Power Producer in US

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The transaction is structured as an all-stock, tax-free merger. GenOn will have a strategically balanced presence across key regions, including the Mid-Atlantic, California, the Northeast, the Southeast and the Midwest. These generating assets use natural gas, oil and coal. Mirant Corporation and RRI Energy, Inc.

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Why EVs Aren't a Climate Change Panacea

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In states (or countries ) with a high proportion of coal-generated electricity, the miles needed to break-even climb more. However, there has been public pushback over how to pay for the plan and its push to decrease personal driving by imposing a mileage tax. The San Diego backlash over a mileage tax may be just the beginning.

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How EVs Are Helping Humanity & Saving Lives?

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For example, in 2021 residents of California welcomed the United state’s first electric fire truck. renewable energy consumption has just overtaken coal. According to sources, California state is spending over $1 billion to construct the infrastructure required for electric vehicles, including cars, trucks, and buses.

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