Energy Exchange

As the world seeks to drastically reduce carbon dioxide emissions, clean hydrogen shows real potential to be part of the solution, particularly for those 20-30% of emissions that may be unmanageable through direct electrification. While hydrogen made from renewable energy can be the cleanest form, many in industry and government are shifting their focus towards blue hydrogen, made from natural gas. This shift presents opportunities for hydrogen’s growth, but also fundamental challenges that could determine whether the fuel provides meaningful decarbonization progress or quickly takes us in the wrong direction.

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CALGARY — A new report commissioned by the Pembina Institute and Environmental Defense Fund finds that Canada’s methane mitigation industry is thriving, with well-paying jobs and investment likely to grow if companies and governments take steps to further reduce the harmful methane emissions that come from oil and gas production.

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Por Danielle Carey, Sepp Haukebo y Eduardo Boné-Morón

Renombradas por sus aguas turquesas y ecosistemas marinos únicos, Las Bahamas son una maravilla natural del mundo. Sin embargo, a pesar de toda su belleza, el país enfrenta desafíos críticos, incluyendo el aumento de los costos de energía, la degradación ambiental y los crecientes impactos y amenazas del cambio climático. Estos problemas amenazan la biodiversidad de la región, así como los medios de vida y la cultura, que están profundamente ligados a su entorno marino. Ante estos desafíos, las comunidades bahameñas tienen una oportunidad innovadora: la electrificación de pequeñas embarcaciones, como botes de pesca y guía, y pequeños transbordadores.

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By Madeline Thompson, EDF Legal and Regulatory Intern

Energy affordability has become a major concern for customers as utility rates rise across the country. Since 2001, the average cost of electricity per kilowatt has nearly doubled for residential customers, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Low-income households are facing the brunt of this burden. According to 2024 research, low-income households in the U.S. spend about 17% of their income on utilities, about three times the national average.

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By Kristina Mohlin 

The global energy transition continues to accelerate. While challenges remain, the European Union is taking bold steps to lead the way. One of its most important moves: The Methane Regulation — an ambitious, first-of-its-kind framework that positions the EU as a global standard-setter for curbing methane emissions from fossil fuels, including those tied to imports.

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