COP28: What It Is and Why It Matters
COP28, from November 30 to December 12 in Dubai, is crucial for global climate action following temperature records and extreme climate events, addressing loss and damage fund and energy transition. It will be presided over by Dr. Sultan al-Jaber of UAE, who is criticized for his ties to fossil fuels.
Smarter EU Industrial Policy for Solar Panels
The European Union plans to increase solar energy capacity to nearly 600 GW by 2030, primarily by importing panels from China. This raises concerns about economic security and geopolitical vulnerabilities. An unbinding target of 40% solar self-sufficiency for 2030 has been agreed upon. It is recommended to accelerate solar deployment, create strategic reserves, and diversify sources of import.
Leveraging Immigration to Solve Caregiving Shortages
In the coming years, the U.S. will face a severe shortage of caregivers due to an aging population, which will increase costs and strain. Legal
Immigration: A Solution to the Caregiving Crisis
A severe shortage of caregivers is expected in the U.S. due to the aging population, which will result in high care costs and overburden for informal caregivers. Expanding the supply of caregivers through legal immigration is the most promising solution to address this crisis.