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With Black Friday quickly approaching, millions of shoppers will be making purchases—many of them clothing. Before the pandemic, over 50 percent of consumers wanted the fashion industry to follow more sustainable practices, and this sentiment has only grown post-lockdowns.

The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) ended last Friday, and world leaders are heading home after convening to discuss how to further advance efforts to tackle the climate crisis. Decarbonization is critical, and nuclear, which provides more than a quarter of the world’s clean power, is crucial to the clean energy transition.

As we observe Veterans Day and thank our military veterans for their service, we also recognize the important part veterans play in the nuclear industry.

On November 5th, Congress passed the bipartisan $1.2 trillion infrastructure package, which includes major investments in nuclear energy.

Today, Congress passed the bipartisan infrastructure bill demonstrating our nation’s commitment to its largest source of carbon-free energy, nuclear energy.

The moon remains just as important now, as it is our closest astral body in the Solar System, our only natural satellite, and our next logical step for a permanent presence. However, the lunar night poses a challenge to this mission.

A top line priority at COP26 is to secure global net zero carbon emissions by mid-century and limit global warming. This goal relies heavily on decarbonizing the electricity sector. Matt Crozat, NEI’s Senior Director of Policy Development and Public Affairs, answers a few of our questions about a carbon-free energy transition and how we can ensure job creation while making this move.

Today, the energy consulting firm, ScottMadden, released a white paper analyzing the job and economic impacts of a coal to nuclear transition.

Leaders from across the globe are gathering in Glasgow at the end of the month for the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26). The summit brings parties together to discuss commitments to combatting climate change. A big topic this year is climate finance. To achieve decarbonization goals, funding must be mobilized at a large scale and at a quick speed

Sustainability is becoming increasingly important in the eyes of consumers and in investors’ portfolios. This emphasis signals a fundamental shift in how businesses are run, supply chains are managed, and cultures are created. This kind of transformation requires leadership from the top down, which is why companies are adding chief sustainability officers (CSOs) to their teams.

With significant focus on how to achieve climate goals and protect the environment, states in the West have picked up on an important trend continuing to gain momentum—the essential role of nuclear energy. Nuclear hasn’t always been present in this part of the nation, but that’s changing.