NYT: Global Electricity Demand Is Rising Faster Than Expected, I.E.A. Says
A surge in power use worldwide could make it harder for nations to slash emissions and keep global warming in check.
On my Om (Om Malik): Minimalissimo, R.I.P.
“The site is in archival mode,” the founders wrote on the website. “The plan is to keep it up and preserve all the content that was posted throughout the years, but we’re not going to update it further.” It is a wonderful repository of “the finest examples of minimal architecture, art, interior, furniture, lighting and product design.” The site features 4,000 projects and more than 30,000 images.
Guardian: Russia suspected of planting device on plane that caused UK warehouse fire
The parcel is believed to have arrived at the DHL warehouse by air, though it is not known if it was a cargo or passenger aircraft, nor where it was destined for. There could have been serious consequences if it had ignited during the flight.
A similar incident occurred in Germany, also in late July, when a suspect package bound for a flight caught fire at another DHL facility in Leipzig, and investigators are looking at links between the two. German authorities warned this week that had the parcel caught fire mid-air it could have downed the plane.
Wales Online: An emergency fund is being set up for Welsh universities
Welsh universities have warned of a possible £100m black hole.
Globe & Mail: Global oil demand to peak by end of the decade as countries push to electrify their economies
Demand for crude oil will hit a tipping point before 2030, leading to stiffer competition among producing countries and falling prices, the Paris-based agency said in its annual World Energy Outlook, while cleaner energy sources keep expanding their reach in transport and power generation.
After the peak, the IEA said, the reduction in oil demand will be gradual through the subsequent decade, based on countries’ current stated policies.
Peak oil will arrive with nuclear fusion power generation and full carbon sequestration.
Globe: Kelly Cryderman: David Eby has morphed into a Prairie pragmatist
With a week to go in British Columbia’s election campaign, BC NDP Leader David Eby is looking like he has won some momentum back. His platform announcements have been prolific, along with his potshots at Conservative Leader John Rustad.
But the outcome is far from decided, and this is what can’t be lost: Mr. Eby is a different politician than he was early in 2024. He’s now more like his NDP brethren – and one sistren – in the three provinces to the east, and even has some policy alignment with conservative premiers.
Last Updated: 16.Oct.2024 21:59 EDT
