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As a non-partisan organization that has long worked with both Republican and Democratic administrations, we stand ready to work with the new administration and all newly elected officials to bolster energy security, clean energy technologies, and clean manufacturing jobs. Globally, RMI research shows rapid advances in the deployment of wind, solar, battery storage, and electric vehicles. In the US, historic investments are spurring a cleantech manufacturing boom nationwide that is bringing down costs for families and businesses, improving energy reliability, and creating employment and growth in both red and blue parts of the country. That’s why outside of Washington, states, cities, governments, citizens, nonprofits, and companies across the board are committed to working together for an equitable clean energy future that brings prosperity to all. RMI is committed, as it always has been, to partnering with a broad range of collaborators to advance the energy transition. That imperative is true both here in the U.S. and worldwide. https://lnkd.in/g-bW7p32

By adopting a sustainable approach to energy, materials, and other resources, India can set an example for other developing economies worldwide. Our latest publication delves into how resource-efficiency can transform 7 key sectors to enable India’s self-reliant growth. Embracing circularity can significantly boost India’s economy and: - Reduce dependence on imports - Create more job opportunities - Strengthen climate resilience Learn more: https://bit.ly/4gKFuhB Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), WRI India

Petrochemicals, including plastics, account for 3-10% of global climate pollution. While people tend to notice visible plastic pollution — such as plastic bags — they’re often unaware of the climate risks that come from producing these products. Over the past week, RMI has highlighted the climate risks related to petrochemicals and plastics, along with the opportunities to create a cleaner chemicals and plastics industry.  Learn more about RMI’s work to reduce emissions from plastics and petrochemicals at our new hub page: https://lnkd.in/eMsuXY-Y

Despite the rise in “fast-fashion”— low-cost, low-quality clothing that doesn’t last long — consumers and retailers alike have said they want greener alternatives. However, in order to develop sustainable alternatives to polyester and other textiles, there are key challenges that need to be addressed: From the costs of cleaner production to consistent emissions reporting, we learned from key stakeholders in the polyester value chain about the challenges and opportunities to develop a lower-emissions chemicals market: https://lnkd.in/ex6qBu5F... 

If you need a dose of #appliedhope this week, tune in to the latest episode of the #OptimisticOutlook podcast (aptly named!) by Barbara Humpton and Siemens. We talk about the growth of global renewable capacity in the past year (50%) and how we can keep up momentum in the years ahead. Listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/gqzGqePn Thanks for having me on the podcast, Barbara Humpton!

🎥 In case you missed it, we're sharing some key moments from our latest webinar. These clips feature insights and stories from Sir Richard Branson, Founder of Virgin Groups, and RMI Managers Ian Welch-Phillips and Taylor Krause, showcasing the importance of our work and why your support matters. 🌟 Together, we can continue to make a difference. Watch the highlights and join us in driving change by contributing to our fall appeal today! 👉 https://bit.ly/41ObM7n

As we continue through plastics and petrochemicals week here at RMI, we can't forget to talk about one of the most common plastic materials, polyester. Made of polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polyester is one of the higher-polluting plastic materials and now compromises over half of global textile fiber production with an annual production volume of approximately 73 million tons. The problem with polyester is that most polyester fibers aren’t biodegradable. And the little that can “degrade down” still ends up as microplastics, creating big challenges to manage polyester waste. The good news is many consumers are willing to pay a premium for sustainable goods. By evaluating where emissions, and value, are created in the polyester value chain we can help create a market for clothing and textiles that are better for our planet. https://lnkd.in/eE2kvvH2 #Chemicals #Polyester #FastFashion #ClimateAction 

We may often think that all plastics come from the same place, but they simply have different uses. The reality is that different plastics have different manufacturing processes leading to sometimes drastic differences in their climate impact. Research into the lifecycle of plastics has shown the full production power sources, method of oil or gas extraction, type of oil or gas being extracted, and the methane management practices of upstream operators can drastically affect the carbon intensity of plastics. The plastics landscape is complex and diverse, but with improved transparency and traceability we can create a more sustainable industry. https://bit.ly/49LPe8V

Did you know that every year, petrochemical plants produce over 350 million tons of plastics? Making plastics consumes about 12 percent of the world’s oil supply every year, accounting for 3.4 percent of global carbon pollution. For a safer future, decarbonizing the plastics industry is essential — and luckily there are options available to help. See how we can reduce pollution from plastics: https://bit.ly/4ftujZS

From children’s toys, to hi-tech cold weather wear, to seemingly endless packaging, plastic is nearly inescapable this holiday season. And plastic’s dominance isn’t seasonal. Projections of plastics growing use show how far we’re behind on efforts to cut the environmental impact of this material. Making the impact of plastic products more visible can help the entire plastics supply chain make better-informed decisions. RMI’s new plastics emissions reporting guidance makes that transparency possible, by improving how we measure the impact of every step in the plastics value chain, from fossil fuel extraction to finished products and disposal: https://bit.ly/3OZcsiw