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Ukraine Will Become An Ag Drone Powerhouse After Invasion

CleanTechnica EVs

Much has been made of the successful use of inexpensive drones by Ukraine’s military and civilian resistance in an asymmetric war against Russia’s illegal invasion. But what will happen after Russia is defeated and sent back behind its borders at last?

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On the ground in Ukraine using Starlink to stay connected

Teslarati

Starlink is helping many people in Ukraine, including a friend of mine who is on the ground helping to train the military. She recently wrote an article in Vocal titled, Don’t forget how Starlink helped Ukraine since the beginning of the war. Gia Santos shared her story of how Starlink has helped her to stay connected.

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IIASA study proposes solid air hydrogen liquefaction as efficient addition to hydrogen liquefaction supply chain

Green Car Congress

The world is undergoing an energy transition to reduce CO 2 emissions and mitigate climate change. The COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war have further increased the interest of Europe and Western countries to invest in the hydrogen economy as an alternative to fossil fuels.

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Study finds methane emissions from coal mines ~50% higher than previously thought

Green Car Congress

His paper drew largely on data from the United States and Ukraine, countries where data about coal mine status and methane is fully available. Ukraine reported that all its mines abandoned that year were flooded. The reason is straightforward, Kholod said: Good data sets are hard to come by.

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A Guide To Fuel Efficient Driving — Part Three (2022 Update)

CleanTechnica EVs

Thanks to Covid-induced supply chain issues and Russia’s war with Ukraine, oil prices have surged to over $100/barrel at times. That and the dearth of refining capacity (converting crude oil to gasoline/diesel) has pushed the price of gasoline and diesel to record highs.

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The Top 12 Climate Developments of 2022

CleanTechnica EVs

The past year saw amazing developments in climate, energy, and more that will make a difference for years to come. The past year might unfortunately be remembered as the year that Russia invaded Ukraine — or for some even stranger events such as the Oscar slap, Musk’s Twitter chaos, or Taylor Swift ticket mayhem.

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Gas Tax Holidays: A Really Bad Idea

Green Energy Consumers

Some politicians in Massachusetts and Rhode Island are calling on their state governments to reduce or eliminate the gas tax in response to rising prices since Russia invaded Ukraine a couple weeks ago. That’s an awful idea and political pandering at its worst.