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Climate-friendly cars that fit the planet and the budget - and the cello
Plus climate news

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I also thought this would lead to more oversized SUVs that make the streets more dangerous, leading to more people deciding to take the car, .....
I short, more oil use.
December 9, 2025 at 5:07 PM
This part bears repeating:
"Li attributes China's success in renewable energy to "very consistent, predictable, and strong policy support" over multiple decades."

https://www.npr.org/2025/12/08/nx-s1-5615257/china-us-renewable-wind-solar-climate

There is just nothing like an industrial policy […]
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December 9, 2025 at 2:12 PM
" "What America does," he says, "is not the main part of the story. It's a cute side character."

"China's efforts," Wallace says, "are the main story for fighting climate change."

"Developing the economy and reducing carbon emissions to address climate change are no longer contradictory," Qin […]
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December 9, 2025 at 2:11 PM
'Don't be fooled'

"The consumer will get the short end of the stick."

https://www.thecooldown.com/green-business/trump-rolls-back-cafe-rules-eliminate-ev-incentive/
Administration announces dramatic rollback on standards for US automakers: 'Don't be fooled'
The Trump administration continued its long-running campaign to undo eco-friendly legislation enacted under the Biden administration. This time, it struck at the heart of a move meant to incentivize automakers to build out electric vehicle offerings. ### **What's happening?** Yahoo Finance reported on President Trump eliminating the CAFE (Corporate Average Fuel Economy) rules, which he branded as "ridiculous" and an "EV Mandate." This adjustment significantly rolls back the stricter guidelines set during the Biden era, reducing the target for average fuel economy from 50.4 miles per gallon to 34.5 miles per gallon by 2031. Trump justified the move by saying it would facilitate savings of at least $1,000 per vehicle for consumers. The decision was applauded by some automotive leaders like Ford CEO Jim Farley. "Today is a victory for common sense and affordability," Farley said at the event. Meanwhile, public advocacy groups pushed back on that notion. "The previous fuel economy standards would have saved Americans $23 billion in fuel costs and reduced our national fuel consumption by 70 billion gallons," asserted Will Anderson, zero-emission vehicles policy advocate at Public Citizen, to Yahoo Finance. ## TCD Picks » Upway Spotlight 💡Upway makes it easy to find discounts of up to 60% on premium e-bike brands ### These city bikes are perfect for daily rides Starting at $599 ### Tackle any climb with these rugged mountain bikes Starting at $849 ### Go farther and faster with this road collection Starting at $1,119 ### These adorable bikes fold up for convenient storage Starting at $749 ### Snag limited-time price drops on these top models Starting at $849 ### **Why is Trump's rollback of standards important?** This latest shift by Trump raises concerns about the future of EV adoption. It backs previous moves by Trump, like ending fuel economy penalties for automakers, which enabled EV automakers like Tesla to make millions selling emission credits. On the consumer side, the Trump administration is also phasing out EV incentives that made the cars more affordable. Overall, these moves can detract from the potential benefits of more EVs on the road. Researchers have shown that EVs, despite their flaws like mining, are significantly better for the planet than gas-powered vehicles. More EVs mean a dramatic reduction in tailpipe pollution, quieter roads, and consumer benefits like lower fuel and maintenance costs. It's also unclear if these moves will really benefit consumers as Trump promises, or merely benefit those in the dirty energy business, as Anderson claimed. ## TCD Picks » Stasher Spotlight 💡Stasher's reusable food storage options make it easy and affordable to live life with less plastic ### Keep food fresh with game-changing Stretch Lids Starting at $19 for the bestselling 4-pack bundle ### Save with endlessly reusable sandwich bags Starting at $9 for these dishwasher-safe options ### Get everything you need to live with less plastic Starting at $105 for the ultra-durable full starter kit "Don't be fooled by the promise of lower auto prices," a Yahoo commenter advised as they cited similar Reagan-era rhetoric around restricting Japanese cars. "The consumer will get the short end of the stick - again." ### **What's being done about Trump's anti-EV moves?** Ultimately, there is no rule against car companies exceeding the new minimum standards. Consumers are still showing quite a bit of interest in electrified options, including EVs and plug-in hybrids. Automakers will certainly want to meet that demand if it makes business sense. Along those lines, the proposition for consumers, including more convenient public charging options, higher battery range, and more compelling EV options, continues to grow. The more glowing testimonials by EV owners can also lead to more open-minded views of them. No matter how much Trump rails against EVs, if enough consumers demand and purchase them, he could ultimately look like an old man yelling at the cloud on this issue. 💰Get TCD's free newsletters for easy tips to save more, waste less, and make smarter choices — and earn up to $5,000 toward clean upgrades in TCD's exclusive Rewards Club. * share * __ Facebook * __ Twitter * __ Link Copied! ## Cool Picks #### How the Expedia of solar panels helps homeowners save money and avoid a common trap: 'Giving you confidence in the systems' #### Major brand unveils ultra-efficient appliances to lower your bills every month: 'A new benchmark in efficiency and performance' #### New analysis reveals next-gen HVACs can save homeowners over $10,000 — here's how to buy one with government incentives #### This innovative company will install solar panels on your roof with no upfront costs — here's how its business model works
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December 9, 2025 at 2:06 PM
"As a result, automakers would save $35 billion through 2031 and average upfront vehicle costs would decline by about $930, assuming the automakers pass along the savings, according to NHTSA’s economic analysis in support of the proposal.

But the NHTSA’s same economic analysis said the proposal […]
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December 9, 2025 at 2:06 PM
"The move is the latest action by the Trump administration to reverse Biden-era policies that encouraged cleaner-running cars and trucks, including electric vehicles, and it sparked criticism from environmental groups. Burning gasoline for vehicles is a major contributor to planet-warming […]
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December 9, 2025 at 2:03 PM
"Climate change is battering Asia’s water and power systems and putting millions in harm’s way, forcing countries to pour billions into shoring up basic services, according to two recent reports.

Water-related disasters are rising across the region even as spending to protect communities falls […]
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December 8, 2025 at 7:28 PM
"A growing body of research is warning that climate misinformation is steadily growing, amplified by social media.

The strategy is not subtle, a recent study found. Climate skeptics present their position as “projecting rationality, authority, and masculine self-control” while those who […]
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December 8, 2025 at 7:06 PM
"Anger and frustration are growing in devastated communities, as governments botch their response to the climate crisis.

Nowhere is this political fallout more apparent than in Thailand, where Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is facing a brutal backlash over his handling of the disaster just […]
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December 8, 2025 at 6:54 PM
"Nearly 1,000 people have been killed, and close to one million displaced, Indonesia has said a week after torrential rains triggered catastrophic floods and landslides.

The Asian Water Development Outlook 2025, published by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Monday, warned that the impact of […]
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December 8, 2025 at 3:11 PM
"The float survived those eight months of submergence. Then, in September of 2020, it appeared hundreds of miles away, in an even harder-to-study place than Totten Glacier. That location was near Denman Glacier, which holds back 1.5 meters of potential sea level rise."

Chris Mooney is one of […]
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December 8, 2025 at 2:55 PM
"Nearly 60% of Arab countries now operate multi-hazard early warning systems, above the global average but still insufficient given the scale of risks. The report emphasizes water security as a top regional priority, as 15 of the world’s 20 most water-scarce countries are located in the Arab […]
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December 6, 2025 at 3:15 PM
When the Dutch convened a citizens' climate council, representative of the country, their report suggested a tax on emissions from agriculture and animal ag, stimulating more biking and public transport, stop food waste, make sustainable goods cheaper, and more […]
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December 5, 2025 at 2:28 PM
Europeans and friends,
Contribute your suggestions!

Turns out ordinary people see clearly what needs to be done: show them.

Even more importantly, governments need your support: offer them your skirts to hide behind so that when the fossil fuel industry attacks them over this or that policy […]
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December 5, 2025 at 2:23 PM
National Emergency Briefing site will have links to all the expert talks, and the letter to sign.

https://www.nebriefing.org/
National Emergency Briefing on climate & nature
An unfiltered assessment of the latest threats to UK food supply, health and national security from eight leading experts to an invitation-only audience - also covering positive solutions. Westminster Central Hall, 27 November.
www.nebriefing.org
December 3, 2025 at 2:14 AM
Excerpts (that is, most powerful moments) of the talks from the climate briefing in this video, with a call to sign a letter to UK government and public media to put the climate crisis front and center:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sa7uh192r0
December 3, 2025 at 2:12 AM