Fossil fuels

Politics

How Trump’s second term could derail the clean energy transition

The Inflation Reduction Act might not be completely repealed, but plenty of other climate policies could be undone — and fossil fuels could be unleashed.

By Jeff St. John . 6 November 2024

torn Trump signs on the ground — (Jessica Kourkounis/Getty Images)

Hydrogen

Experts say blending hydrogen into gas pipelines won't work

Utilities want to extend their infrastructure's useful life. But the evidence suggests the risks and costs far outweigh the negligible emissions-reduction impact.

By Jeff St. John . 29 March 2022
Air travel

Major airlines are getting serious about hydrogen-powered planes

Delta, Airbus and others are launching tests to find the best way to replace dirty jet fuel.

By Maria Gallucci . 25 March 2022
Fossil fuels

We need to talk about how we talk about natural gas

Canary speaks to journalist Rebecca Leber about how the ubiquitous term downplays the fossil fuel's climate and pollution impacts.

By Julian Spector . 21 March 2022
Fossil fuels

Chart: How much oil does the US actually import from Russia?

The U.S. is the world's top oil producer, but it still imports oil from around the world. See the top 10 suppliers.

By Maria Virginia Olano . 11 March 2022
Heat pumps

How to shift building heat to electric? NY activists have lots of ideas

Climate advocates are backing bills that would push New York state to go big on heat pumps — and move faster to phase out fossil gas.

By Jeff St. John . 11 March 2022
Podcast

Russia’s war hits energy markets hard

Shocks from Russia's invasion of Ukraine will permanently alter the global energy system.

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By Stephen Lacey . 8 March 2022
Guides and how-tos

How to divest your 401(k) from fossil fuels

Moving your money from dirty investments to clean ones is not as hard as you think.

By Alison F. Takemura . 3 March 2022
Fossil fuels

How fast can Europe wean itself off Russian gas?

Heat pumps and clean energy can improve Europe's energy security while aiding climate goals.

By Jeff St. John . 1 March 2022
Utilities

A net-zero future for gas utilities? Switching to underground thermal networks

Three pilot projects in Massachusetts will connect ground-source heat pumps to heat and cool entire neighborhoods.

By Jeff St. John . 1 March 2022
Video

Watch this TED talk to get up to speed on green ammonia and shipping

Canary Media reporter Maria Gallucci explains how ammonia made from renewable electricity could help clean up the biggest, dirtiest cargo ships.

By Maria Gallucci . 28 February 2022