Today’s Solutions: January 15, 2025

Los Angeles is making steady efforts in its swift energy transition from fossil fuels to more climate-friendly energy sources. With coal almost out of the picture, the city is now ready to part ways with natural gas too. In a move to get the city closer to its goal of 100 percent renewable energy and improve air quality in highly polluted communities, the city has announced that it will abandon plans to spend billions of dollars rebuilding three natural power plants. The decision comes several months after state lawmakers passed a bill requiring California to get 100 percent of its electricity from climate-friendly sources by 2045, up from a previous target of 50 percent renewable by 2030. When asked about the decision, Mayor Eric Garcetti proudly said “This is the Green New Deal. Not in concept, not in the future, but now.” 

Solutions News Source Print this article
More of Today's Solutions

Thailand bans plastic waste imports to combat toxic pollution

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Thailand officially banned the import of plastic waste, a move hailed as a victory by environmental campaigners. The ...

Read More

7 overlooked money tips for a stronger financial future

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM We’ve all heard the standard financial advice: stick to a budget, save for a rainy day, and avoid ...

Read More

New nasal spray treatment could help prevent Alzheimer’s

According to the World Health Organization, around 55 million people worldwide suffer from dementia. Although there’s currently no cure, researchers are unabatedly looking for ...

Read More

Feeling the gym blues? 7 strategies to kick your body comparison habit

You've prepared for that sizzling aerobic dancing class and are looking forward to crushing your workout. Unfortunately, the gym becomes an unanticipated battleground for ...

Read More