The U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), in collaboration with the U.S. Departments of the Interior, Agriculture, and Defense, has conducted a comprehensive study on the potential for expanding renewable energy production on federal lands across the contiguous U
Maryland is taking a comprehensive and coordinated approach to combat climate change, driven by Governor Wes Moore's executive order mandating state agencies to develop strategies for reducing carbon emissions. This initiative involves twenty-five state agencies, each crafting detailed plans
The recent G-20 summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, under Brazil's presidency, has called for a significant shift in global development practices. Emphasis was placed on sustainable development and transitioning to environmentally sustainable economies, underscoring the need for a just
The city of Los Angeles is grappling with a significant challenge as its fire department faces the dual blow of budget cuts and staffing issues, particularly at a time when severe wildfires are becoming more frequent. Under the leadership of Fire Chief Kristen Crowley, concerns have been raised
The shares of Constellation Energy, a prominent utility company, saw a phenomenal 91% increase in 2024—an achievement that surprised many market analysts. Traditionally, utility stocks are regarded as stable but not particularly high-growth investments. Nevertheless, Constellation Energy defied t
In the quest for peace and development in Balochistan, a significant peace jirga was held in the Sui area on Sunday, bringing together various stakeholders including Inspector-General of Frontier Constabulary (FC) North Major General Abid Mazhar, tribal elders, social workers, district
Over the past two years, Scotland has been grappling with a significant issue of environmental regulation breaches across nearly 1,000 sites, prompting calls for tougher enforcement measures and potential changes to the law. The breaches span a diverse range of facilities, including nuclear sites,
The significant six percent drop in 18-year-old freshmen attending public and private non-profit four-year colleges between fall 2023 and fall 2024 has sparked widespread concerns and raised fundamental questions about the value and return on investment of traditional four-year undergraduate
The global economy stands at a crossroads as it navigates through a labyrinth of geopolitical tensions and climate change challenges. The United Nations’ 2025 World Economic Situation and Prospects Report paints a complex picture of the current economic landscape, highlighting the precarious b
Digitalization has become a cornerstone of modern governance, playing a pivotal role in maintaining core governmental functions online and ensuring national resilience. In an age where countries face numerous challenges, from geopolitical conflicts to natural disasters and pandemics, the ability to
