Closing the equity deficit: Sustainability justice in municipal climate action planning in Waterloo region.
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DOI: 10.1002/ajcp.12675
Abstract: There is growing recognition that often well-intended climate action solutions perpetuate and exacerbate manifestations of colonialism and racism due to the lack of equity and justice considerations in designing and implementing these solutions. There is… read more here.
Keywords: climate action; municipal climate; justice; action ... See more keywords
Subnational climate entrepreneurship: innovative climate action in California and São Paulo
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DOI: 10.1007/s10113-017-1160-2
Abstract: The distinct role of subnational governments such as states and provinces in addressing climate change has been increasingly acknowledged. But while most studies investigate the causes and consequences of particular governments’ actions and networking activities,… read more here.
Keywords: climate entrepreneurship; subnational climate; climate; climate action ... See more keywords
Unpacking the right-populist threat to climate action: Poland's pro-governmental media on energy transition and climate change
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DOI: 10.1016/j.erss.2020.101485
Abstract: Abstract Is populist politics a threat to ambitious climate action and decarbonisation of energy systems? With the coinciding challenges of an alleged global ‘populist wave,’ and the growing visibility of a planetary climate crisis, this… read more here.
Keywords: energy; populist; climate; energy transition ... See more keywords
Implementation of local climate action plans: Copenhagen – Towards a carbon-neutral capital
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2017.08.156
Abstract: Abstract The purpose of this article is to improve understanding of local climate action plans and their implementation and evaluation. It explores how goal definition and the choice of assessment metrics frame goal attainment and… read more here.
Keywords: implementation; action plans; climate action; local climate ... See more keywords
Using comparative socio-ecological modeling to support Climate Action Planning (CAP)
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2019.05.274
Abstract: Abstract We present a comparative socio-ecological modeling approach to identify possible improvement opportunities for Climate Action Plans (CAPs), focusing on two cities, Chicago and Stockholm. The aim is to provide a tool for capturing and… read more here.
Keywords: comparative socio; ecological modeling; ghg emissions; climate action ... See more keywords
Carbon accounting approaches and reporting gaps in urban emissions: An analysis of the Greenhouse Gas inventories and climate action plans in Brazilian cities
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2019.118930
Abstract: Abstract This paper analyzes the differences among the main existing carbon accounting methodologies for cities and identifies the shortcomings in carbon inventories typically used. Data were collected from the GHG inventories and climate action plans… read more here.
Keywords: carbon accounting; brazilian cities; action plans; inventories climate ... See more keywords
Interaction Patterns between Climate Action and Air Cleaning in China: A Two-Way Evaluation Based on an Ensemble Learning Approach.
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DOI: 10.1021/acs.est.2c01966
Abstract: China will attempt to achieve its simultaneous goals in 2060, whereby carbon neutrality will be accomplished and the PM2.5 (fine particulate matter) level is expected to remain below 10 μg/m3. Identifying interaction patterns between air… read more here.
Keywords: air cleaning; climate action; interaction; carbon ... See more keywords
Analysis of Costs and Time Frame for Reducing CO2 Emissions by 70% in the U.S. Auto and Energy Sectors by 2050.
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DOI: 10.1021/acs.est.7b01295
Abstract: Using a least-cost optimization framework, it is shown that unless emissions reductions beyond those already in place begin at the latest by 2025 (±2 years) for the U.S. automotive sector, and by 2026 (-3 years)… read more here.
Keywords: auto; analysis; co2 emissions; time frame ... See more keywords
Election Results Offer Hope for Climate Action
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DOI: 10.1029/2018eo109589
Abstract: The Democrats’ control of the House of Representatives promises to provide checks and balances on the Trump administration, environmental leaders say. read more here.
Keywords: results offer; offer hope; hope climate; election results ... See more keywords
Bridging the Gap with the Science for Climate Action Network
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DOI: 10.1029/2019eo119983
Abstract: A new report identifies missing support that is slowing progress in limiting and adapting to climate change. The Science for Climate Action Network aims to provide it. read more here.
Keywords: action network; climate; climate action; science climate ... See more keywords
Scientists and Activists Examine Need for Climate Action
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DOI: 10.1029/2019eo137818
Abstract: Scientists shouldn’t have to apologize for being advocates “for a fact-based, objective discourse over what is arguably the greatest threat that we face as a civilization.” read more here.
Keywords: examine need; need climate; activists examine; scientists activists ... See more keywords