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The document argues that federal fuel economy and emissions standards set by the EPA and NHTSA provide significant financial and environmental benefits to Alabama. It claims that by 2030, the average Alabama household will be $2,650 richer due to gas savings, and the state has already saved $600 million. Environmentally, the standards eliminate emissions equivalent to twice those required to provide electricity to Mobile. The report also links these standards to broader national gains, including an expected increase in GDP by up to $30 billion and the creation of 650,000 full-time jobs by 2030.

The document outlines the benefits of light-duty vehicle standards set by the EPA and NHTSA in 2012, highlighting fuel savings, job creation, and emissions reductions. It specifically notes that California households are projected to save $3,550 by 2030 and that the state has already saved $3.9 billion.

The document argues that federal fuel economy and emissions standards set by the EPA and NHTSA provide significant benefits to Delaware, including household savings, job creation, and emissions reductions. It highlights that by 2030, the average Delaware household will be $3,050 richer due to gas savings outweighing the upfront cost of more efficient vehicles. To date, Delaware has saved $110 million, and the standards have eliminated global warming emissions equivalent to twice those from providing electricity to Dover. Nationally, the standards are projected to increase GDP by up to $30 billion and create 650,000 full-time jobs by 2030.

The document argues that federal light-duty vehicle standards set by the EPA and NHTSA provide significant financial and environmental benefits to Florida, including billions in savings and job creation, while reducing global warming emissions.

The document outlines the positive impacts of EPA and NHTSA light-duty vehicle standards on Idaho, highlighting fuel savings, job creation, and emissions reductions.

Federal fuel economy and vehicle emissions standards have saved Iowa $370 million to date and are projected to make each Iowa household $2,450 richer by 2030. These standards, set by the EPA and NHTSA in 2012, aim to nearly double the efficiency of new cars and light trucks by 2025, resulting in reduced oil use, lower fuel costs for consumers, and the creation of approximately 7,400 new jobs in Iowa.

The document argues that federal light-duty vehicle standards set by the EPA and NHTSA in 2012 provide significant benefits to Massachusetts, including fuel savings, job creation, and emissions reductions. By 2030, the average Massachusetts household is projected to be $2,650 richer due to gas savings outweighing the upfront cost of more efficient vehicles. To date, the state has saved $700 million, and the standards are expected to create 15,200 new jobs in the state. Environmentally, the standards eliminate global warming emissions equivalent to those produced by providing electricity to the city of Boston.

Federal fuel economy and vehicle emissions standards have saved North Carolina $1.2 billion to date and are projected to make the average household $3,300 richer by 2030. These standards are expected to create 22,500 new jobs in the state and eliminate global warming emissions equivalent to more than those produced by providing electricity to Charlotte.

The document argues that federal fuel economy and global warming emissions standards set by the EPA and NHTSA benefit Oklahoma through significant household savings, job creation, and emissions reductions. It highlights that by 2030, the average Oklahoma household will be $3,100 richer due to gas savings outweighing the upfront cost of more efficient vehicles. To date, Oklahoma has saved $440 million, and the standards are projected to create 2,300 new jobs in the state. Environmentally, the standards eliminate global warming emissions in Oklahoma equivalent to half of those produced by providing electricity to Tulsa.

The document argues that federal fuel economy and emissions standards set by the EPA and NHTSA provide significant financial savings, job growth, and emissions reductions for South Dakota, projecting that the average household will be $2,800 richer by 2030.

The document argues that federal light-duty vehicle standards set by the EPA and NHTSA provide significant financial and environmental benefits to Washington state, including millions in fuel savings and job creation, while reducing global warming emissions.

The document argues that federal light-duty vehicle standards set by the EPA and NHTSA in 2012 provide significant financial and environmental advantages to Wisconsin. By 2030, the average Wisconsin household is projected to be $2,400 richer due to gas savings outweighing the upfront cost of more efficient vehicles. To date, Wisconsin has saved $670 million, and the standards have eliminated global warming emissions equivalent to half of those produced by providing electricity to Milwaukee. Nationally, these standards are projected to increase GDP by up to $30 billion and create 650,000 full-time jobs by 2030.

EcoPost, founded by Lorna Rutto in 2009, converts discarded plastic from Nairobi's streets into durable building materials, reducing the demand for timber and mitigating deforestation. The company employs approximately 250 plant workers and 2,000 casual collectors, providing health benefits and salaries above the national average.

The World Resources Institute outlines five primary reasons why the United States should maintain its participation in the Paris Agreement, asserting that withdrawal would harm U.S. diplomatic standing, business interests, and job growth in the clean energy sector. The author highlights that 71 percent of Americans support staying in the Agreement and notes that the U.S. clean energy workforce is expanding significantly faster than the coal sector. Furthermore, the document argues that remaining in the Agreement allows the U.S. to maintain leverage over transparency requirements and the development of the Agreement's rulebook.

The document provides a detailed breakdown of 'green jobs' in the US and internationally, contrasting clean energy employment with fossil fuel industry figures and detailing specific subsectors such as solar, wind, and energy efficiency.

The document provides a detailed breakdown of jobs in clean energy, contrasting them with fossil fuel employment in the U.S. and highlighting global leaders like China and Brazil. It details specific employment numbers for solar, wind, biomass, and energy efficiency subsectors, while noting the methodological challenges in comparing data from different sources.

The document identifies a gap in sustainability efforts regarding gender and social equity, particularly within SMEs. It argues that gender acts as a 'social stratifier' that limits women's access to education, finance, and leadership, which in turn hinders overall economic and environmental progress. The brief provides a business case for gender equality, noting that closing gender gaps in agriculture and employment could significantly boost GDP and food security. It suggests that the 'green economy' risks excluding women if technical roles in renewable energy and construction remain male-dominated. Recommendations include implementing family-friendly workplace policies, repealing discriminatory laws, and adopting public procurement policies that target female-led micro- and small enterprises.

The document lists various training initiatives in California aimed at supporting the transition to electric buses and trucks. It details government programs like the California Energy Commission's ARFVTP, community college initiatives such as the Alternative Transportation and Renewable Energy Program, and nonprofit efforts like the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program, focusing on workforce development, technical certification, and job placement in the clean energy sector.

The project seeks US$ 28.21 million in GCF grants to enable a shift toward a low-carbon economy in Mauritius. It is structured in two phases (2017-2024) across three components: institutional strengthening via the creation of the Mauritius Renewable Energy Agency (MARENA), upgrading the national grid to absorb up to 185 MW of intermittent renewable energy (including 25 MW of rooftop PV), and deploying solar PV mini-grids on Agalega. The project aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 4.27 million tCO2e over the investment lifetimes, leveraging US$ 163.18 million in co-finance from the Government of Mauritius, the Central Electricity Board (CEB), and the Agence Française de Développement (AFD).

The document details how the low-lying cities of Opa-locka and Hialeah in Miami-Dade County are susceptible to inland flooding and storm surges due to their porous limestone geography and rising sea levels. It highlights the compounding effects of poverty, lack of health insurance, and food insecurity on the resilience of these majority-minority populations. Through resident testimonies, the text describes the inadequate government recovery efforts following Hurricane Wilma in 2005 and the increasing frequency of routine flooding, arguing that economic revitalization efforts must integrate climate resilience to protect property values and public safety.