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ELECTRIC VEHICLES AND RENEWABLE ENERGY: A PERFECT MATCH
Our point of viewElectric vehicles (EVs) are one of the most promising technologies for reducing emissions in global transportation, but the benefits they bring depend on the provenance of the power they run on. Today, too few EVs are powered by renewable energy. For them to be a truly green option, this has to change. The EV revolution […]
MAKING IT COUNT: DIVERSITY, INCLUSION, AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT IN RENEWABLE ENERGY
Our point of viewAs a non-polluting and clean resource, renewable energy is key to a sustainable future. But beyond its environmental impacts, renewable energy can also contribute to social development, inclusion, diversity, and equity around the world. In 2015, the United Nations Member States adopted the 17 Sustainable Development Goals as a universal call to action to end […]
SUSTAINABLE LEADERSHIP: FROM WORDS TO ACTION
Our point of viewOnce upon a time, a company’s success was judged solely by its financial performance. But profits alone don’t paint the full picture of how well a firm is doing. As companies begin to respond to multiple stakeholders, sustainable leadership, which takes into account environment, society, and long-term development objectives, has become vital. The global response […]
WHY WE’RE STILL OPTIMISTIC ABOUT FIGHTING CLIMATE CHANGE
Our point of viewWhat do NASA, the Chilean Science Academy, the Canadian Society of Zoologists, and Bill Gates all have in common? They all hold the position that climate change has been caused by human activity and that it is a serious threat, along with the vast majority of actively publishing climate scientists. The debate over whether or […]
RENEWABLE ENERGY IS AT ITS BEST: SOLAR SHINES BRIGHT
Our point of viewThanks to competitive prices, technological advances and excellent financial and fiscal support, solar energy is at its most attractive yet. The time to make the switch from conventional energy to clean energy is now. Here’s why. SOLAR: THE US’s TOP ENERGY RESOURCE There is the same amount of energy in just 18 days of sunshine […]
WHAT THE LEADERS SUMMIT ON CLIMATE MEANS FOR CORPORATIONS
Our point of viewUS President Joe Biden’s two-day climate summit, held online on April 22-23, saw 40 global leaders make a series of commitments aimed at increasing cooperation to fight climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Over eight sessions, heads of state and government, as well as leaders and representatives from international organizations, subnational governments, and indigenous […]
CARBON PRICING IS INEVITABLE – DON’T BE CAUGHT OUT
Our point of viewIn recent years, reducing carbon emissions at the pace necessary to mitigate the impacts of climate change has emerged as a key challenge for policymakers around the world. While there are several approaches, one – carbon pricing – is gaining in popularity, and the indicators show that it will soon be widespread. WHAT IS CARBON […]
A SYSTEMIC VIEW OF DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Our point of viewOn International Women’s Day and every day, Atlas Renewable Energy places diversity and inclusion at the forefront. At Atlas Renewable Energy, we want to lead our sector in terms of gender balance, diversity, and inclusion (D&I). We’re pushing to challenge stereotypes, fight bias, broaden perceptions, and change attitudes – in our industry, our offices, and […]
BIDEN’S PLAN: RENEWABLES ON THE RISE IN THE US
Our point of viewThe Biden administration aims to transform the United States into a 100% clean energy economy by 2050. We take a look at what this means for the renewables sector. “At this moment of profound crisis, we have the opportunity to build a more resilient, sustainable economy – one that will put the United States on […]
THE NEW GREEN CONSUMER: HOW EMERGING TRENDS ARE SHAPING SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES
Our point of viewAround the world, consumer behavior is undergoing a dramatic change. Purchasing has become a political act, with those brands that seek to make the world a better place being rewarded by growing sales and increased customer loyalty. In this focus on Latin America, we look at how, as the region’s population seeks to buy the […]