Emissions Went Up, But There's Some Good News


credit: From Wikipedia

Greenhouse gas emissions rose slightly in the US in 2022, going up by 1.3% from the year prior, according to a report from Rhodium Group.

While the data is only preliminary, this uptick in emissions shows that the US remains behind its target of reducing GHG emissions from 50% to 52% below 2005 levels by 2030 set by the Paris Agreement.

Last year, emissions reached only 15.5% below 2005 levels.

To meet the 2025 target of 26% to 28% below 2005 levels and get back on track for the 2030 Paris goal, the US needs to significantly increase its efforts.

Fortunately, there are some bright spots.

For one thing, despite last year's rise in emissions, GDP growth outpaced the increase in GHG emissions in 2022, as opposed to 2021.

Plus, the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is a significant turning point, and we may start to see its effects on emissions as early as this year if the government can fast-track implementation, with progress expected to accelerate by 2025.

Investors can help achieve this goal by targeting investments centered around decarbonization.

Read the Entire Article


Selected Grant News Headlines

A customized collection of grant news from foundations and the federal government from around the Web.

World'S Largest Climate Finance Fund Explains Investment Approach

The Green Climate Fund is the world's biggest dedicated fund designed to help developing countries mitigate and adapt to climate changeand it's looking for new investments. Henry Gonzalez, the...more

Beyond Recycling, a True Solution for Plastic

Two of the world's biggest financial institutions have come together to call for an end to plastic pollution. In a joint statement, Triodos Bank and Triodos Investment Management say it's...more

M3F Music Festival Funds Art Programs, Other Nonprofits in Arizona

For two days in March, music fans gathered in Phoenix's Steele Indian School Park for the McDowell Mountain Music Festival, which featured electronic dance music (EDM), R&B, and indie rock. But...more

Uniting Through Volunteerism: National Volunteer Month Q&Amp;A with Besa

"I was working in corporate America for one of the world's largest retail companies, and it was challenging and wonderful in many ways. But I was finding my truest fulfillment on Saturday...more

Gresb Announces Majority Investment from General Atlantic'S Beyondnetzero Fund to ...

It's a sign of the times: A real estate research firm has been bought by a private equity firm in a deal that values the company at more than $1 billion. The New York Times reports on GRESB's...more

Unicef Backs Young Innovators To Tackle The Climate Crisis

"The climate time-bomb is ticking. We need to seize the opportunity to invest in credible innovations that can contribute to reaching our global targets," UN Secretary-General Ant ? nio Guterres...more

Climate Consortium Calls for Interdisciplinary Climate Solutions Proposals

"The urgency of the climate crisis demands innovative discoveries in research and the seamless integration of these solutions into our daily lives," Erica Smithwick, director of Penn State's Climate...more

Greenmoney: Investing in the Future of Water and Sanitation

Matt Damon and Gary White are putting their money where their mouth is. The two are co-founder and CEO of WaterEquity, a nonprofit that aims to improve access to safe water and sanitation around...more

Repsol: Environmentalists Denounce It for Greenwashing

Repsol, Spain's largest oil and gas company, is under fire from environmental groups for "greenwashing" its fuelsmeaning using palm oil instead of natural gasand is now facing a lawsuit from another...more

Topeka Community Foundation to Hold Groundbreaking for 25 Affordable Housing Units in ...
Foundation: Topeka Community Foundation

"God's people deserve a peaceful, quiet, and secure place to stay." Those are the words of Reden Jalosjos, co-owner of Reden Construction, as he breaks the ground on a new 25-unit affordable...more



Social Entrepreneurship
Spotlight



Why People Buy from Social Enterprises?


The Guardian has compiled a list of responses to its latest open thread, and has announced the winner of the social enterprise gift hamper packed with presents.



Federal Government Grant and Assistance Programs


Cancer Treatment Research | Expand and Extend Clean Coal Power Initiative | Child Care Access Means Parents in School | Exchange of Federal Tax Information With State Tax Agencies | Community Development Revolving Loan Fund Program for Credit Unions | International Forestry Programs | Community Development Block Grants/State"s program and Non-Entitlement Grants in Hawaii (Recovery Ac | National Fire Academy Training Assistance | | Site Style by YAML | Grants.gov | Grants | Grants News | Sitemap | Privacy Policy

Edited by: Michael Saunders

© 2008-2024 Copyright Michael Saunders