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Saving democracy, saving the planet.
In Western Australia 🇦🇺 large batteries 🔋 already outperform gas in the energy grid. 👏

reneweconomy.com.au/australias-b...
reneweconomy.com.au
December 18, 2025 at 9:48 PM
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Arctic year of record heat as #climate scientists warn of ‘winter being redefined’
‘World’s refrigerator’ heating four times as quickly as global average
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/d...
Arctic endured year of record heat as climate scientists warn of ‘winter being redefined’
Region known as ‘world’s refrigerator’ is heating up as much as four times as quickly as global average, Noaa experts say
www.theguardian.com
December 17, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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Want some good news for EVs after a tough 2025?

For under $50,000, Mercedes just turned out a 400-mile (or more) sedan with ultra-fast charging and A+ technology. It's one reason of many why we're excited about what's next:

insideevs.com/reviews/7818...
The 2026 Mercedes CLA-Class Is A Turning Point For EVs. Here's Five Things To Know
With around 400 miles of range, outstanding fast-charging and a compelling price tag, the Mercedes CLA 250+ breaks new ground for EVs in America.
insideevs.com
December 16, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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Day 1391 of my 3 day war. A $40,000 Ukrainian drone sank a $400,000,000 Russian submarine.

I remain a master strategist.
December 16, 2025 at 6:19 PM
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Monthly global climate data update from Berkeley Earth for the month of November 2025.
Third hottest month of November since 1850.
#climate
datagraver.com/climate-data...
December 16, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Electrification of factories saves lives.

www.lung.org/getmedia/97c...
www.lung.org
December 17, 2025 at 2:54 AM
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A recent study concludes that the uninhibited pumping of groundwater by farmers, cities and corporations around the world now accounts for 68% of the total loss of fresh water at the latitudes where most people live.

(Published July 2025)
“Staggering” Water Loss Driven by Groundwater Mining Poses Global Threat
A new study finds that freshwater resources are rapidly disappearing, creating arid “mega” regions and causing sea levels to rise.
www.propublica.org
December 16, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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Plans for what promises to be the biggest solar-battery hybrid project in Australia – at least for a time – can now go ahead, after being given federal environmental approval
reneweconomy.com.au
December 16, 2025 at 1:53 AM
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A note on my friend, Rob Reiner — a man of courage and conviction.
December 15, 2025 at 10:21 PM
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Home batteries subsidy overhauled with $5bn injection as #Australia rushes to take up discount
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Home batteries subsidy overhauled with $5bn injection as Australians rush to take up discount
Chris Bowen says first 50kWh of a system would still be eligible, but discounting would not be as generous per kWh for medium- and larger-sized batteries
www.theguardian.com
December 15, 2025 at 10:10 AM
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Australia’s electricity grids are undergoing a profound transformation, with large-scale batteries rapidly emerging, already moving from ancillary to central roles, by-passing the need for gas. reneweconomy.com.au/australias-b...
reneweconomy.com.au
December 11, 2025 at 10:43 PM
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Beginning in late 2026, the company will add an array of hardware and software enhancements to its midsize model for autonomous driving. Next up: Robotaxis?
Rivian Is Adding Self-Driving Capability To Its EVs, Starting With The R2 SUV
Beginning in late 2026, the company will add an array of hardware and software enhancements to its midsize model for autonomous driving. Next up: Robotaxis?
www.forbes.com
December 11, 2025 at 7:40 PM
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From President Zelensky's official telegram account.
December 12, 2025 at 8:36 PM
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Those tree hugging hippies in Hungary now lead the world in the share of electricity generated from solar with almost 25% of their electricity coming from solar in 2024.

A remarkable leap from just 7% five years ago.
December 12, 2025 at 4:58 PM
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December 12, 2025 at 12:34 PM
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Western companies are finally launching their third-generation EVs, with better pricing, more range and more polished software. Here are some reasons for optimism in the electric space coming very soon.

insideevs.com/features/781...
2026 Is When The Real EV War Begins. Here's Why
Western companies are finally launching their third-generation EVs, with better pricing, more range and more polished software.
insideevs.com
December 11, 2025 at 2:38 PM
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Canada’s new government is investing big to attract world-class talent in science and technology — and become an innovation powerhouse.
December 11, 2025 at 9:07 PM
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Ignoring the climate crisis is far more expensive than fixing it. A major UN report shows action could deliver trillions in economic gains, while inaction will cost lives, growth and stability, writes Brad Reed. #ClimateAction #ClimateEconomy #UN #GlobalEconomy #ClimateCrisis #auspol
UN report: acting on climate now would make the world richer, not poorer
A major UN report finds that investing in climate action would deliver enormous economic gains, while failure to act would slash growth, drive instability and cost millions of lives.
johnmenadue.com
December 11, 2025 at 9:45 PM