General Energy
At COP21, 3 Signs of a Commitment to Energy Innovation
This morning, COP21—the UN’s annual international climate change conference—kicked off in Paris with a very encouraging announcement. On one hand 20 countries—from the developed to the developing world arm-in-arm—made a commitment to double their research and development spending in the energy solutions of the future. They have labeled it “Mission…
Why Energy Efficiency is the Least-Cost Climate Tool
An authoritative new study released earlier this week shows how energy efficiency can be a low-cost pathway to keeping global warming to the critical 2 degrees centigrade mark.
Former Head of International Energy Agency, Maria Van Der Hoeven, Joins Rocky Mountain Institute’s Board of Trustees
Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) announces the newest member to join its Board of Trustees. RMI is pleased to welcome former International Energy Agency Executive Director Maria van der Hoeven to the organization.
Reflecting on Climate Week NYC: Corporations Leading the Way
From an exhilarating Climate Week in New York, I marvel at the momentum of the transition to the low-carbon economy. We have seen that many of the world’s largest corporations are waking up to the tremendous economic opportunity the energy revolution represents.
Today’s U.S.-China Announcement is the Most Significant Milestone to Date for Battling Global Climate Change
Today’s joint announcement by President Obama and President Xi represents the second time in two years the leaders have met to make significant climate commitments. Last year’s meeting focused on setting aggressive goals that reflect each country’s unique situation. This year’s meeting moved decisively to implementation commitments intended to deliver…