Archive - Sustainability by numbers

Is it cheaper to drive, fly, or take the train?

Peak train tickets are far more expensive than driving.

Sep 5 •

August 2024

My book — Not the End of the World — is out in paperback in the UK today

Exploring seven of our big environmental problems, and how to solve them.

Aug 29 •

How big are global wildfires this year?

They're tracking much higher than the decadal average.

Aug 19 •

Are plug-in hybrids booming or fading, and are they better for the climate?

Plug-in hybrids are still going strong in some markets. Their climate benefits strongly depend on who is buying them.

Aug 5 •

July 2024

What’s the outlook for global food production this year?

So far, USDA projections suggest a big year of production for our key crops.

Jul 24 •

The cost of driving a gasoline vs. an electric car across US states

Does it affect the popularity of electric cars?

Jul 18 •

How does electric car adoption vary across US states?

Electric cars tend to be more popular in blue states. Why?

Jul 11 •

How to decarbonise the world’s cement

We have several options. Can any compete on price?

Jul 1 •

June 2024

What share of lithium-ion batteries are recycled?

We don't know, is the honest answer. But the 5% figure seems to be a myth.

Jun 26 •

Some interesting charts on the "Cleantech Revolution”

An interesting slide deck on electrification, decarbonisation and where the world might be headed.

Jun 14 •

Could low-carbon cement and steel be cheaper than we think?

Low-carbon cement and steel costs at least 25% extra. But this increases the cost of final products – like a house or car – by just 1%.

Jun 11 •

Burning book festivals is not a climate solution

We need better conversations – not pressured boycotts – to drive climate action.

Jun 2 •

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