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Another year, more power outages in Puerto Rico
Chronic power outages are a way of life on the island, where privatization, underinvestment, and climate change leave the grid at constant risk of collapse.
Coral-reef restoration in Florida and Puerto Rico could save lives and money
A new study co-led by the Center for Coastal Climate Resilience (CCCR) at UC Santa Cruz shows coral reef restoration in Florida and Puerto Rico could save thousands of lives and prevent hundreds of millions of dollars in damage and economic interruption each year.
The Caribbean has been unusually warm. That’s not a good thing.
An unusually powerful and resilient marine heat wave contributed to keeping the region toasty. But it wasn’t the only factor.
US announces $1.2 billion to help finance renewable energy projects in Puerto Rico
The U.S. Department of Energy said Friday it was setting aside $1.2 billion in federal funds to help finance renewable energy projects in Puerto Rico to lessen its dependence on fossil fuels.
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Urgent Need to Address Puerto Rico’s Energy Crisis
U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm’s visit to Puerto Rico following the major blackout in the archipelago during New Year’s Eve underscores the importance of collaborating with the new Puerto Rican Governor, Jenniffer González Colón, to support Puerto Rico’s energy transformation.