clean energy goals
Coverage of clean energy goals in the Nexus archive.
- New Florida Law Bans Local Net-Zero Emissions Policies
A new Florida law prohibits local governments from implementing net-zero emissions policies. Gov. Ron DeSantis labeled these clean energy goals as 'radical climate policies,' though experts suggest the law may not significantly disrupt existing plans.
- California intends to sue Trump administration over deal to end offshore wind project
California plans to sue the Trump administration over its deal to terminate an offshore wind project, arguing the move jeopardizes the state's clean energy goals. The administration bought back the lease for Golden State Wind, a floating offshore wind project, and is shifting investments toward fossil fuels. California has committed to developing 25 gigawatts of offshore wind energy by 2045.
- Malaysia’s gas-guzzling data centre boom clashes with its clean energy goals
Malaysia aims to become Southeast Asia’s data-centre capital but faces a conflict with its 2050 fossil fuel reduction goals. The number of operational data centres is projected to rise from 54 in 2024 to 81 by 2035, as highlighted by government minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir.