A Giant Leap in Battery Power In the bustling outskirts of Chennai, a Coca-Cola factory operates with a giant battery that powers its machinery day and night. This battery has replaced the polluting diesel generator, making the factory one of the few in India utilizing stored electricity. This shift is...
Renewable Energy Milestone: Solar and Wind Surpass 20% of US Electrical Capacity
Renewable energy is making significant strides in the US. Solar and wind power now make up over 20% of the country's total electrical generating capacity. This remarkable achievement highlights the growing role of renewable sources in our energy landscape. Key Highlights: Solar and Wind Leading the Charge: Solar and wind...
Speeding Up the Renewable Energy Shift: A Closer Look
The transition to renewable energy is happening. But are organizations moving quickly enough? Across the globe, efforts to tackle climate change are gaining momentum. The focus is on phasing out fossil fuels and embracing clean, renewable energy. The 2015 United Nations Climate Change Conference, which led to the Paris Agreement,...
China’s Dominance in Global Wind and Solar Construction
A Renewable Energy Surge in China Recent research reveals that nearly two-thirds of the world's large-scale wind and solar plants currently under construction are in China. This surge in renewable energy capacity is reshaping the global energy landscape and pushing coal's dominance to new lows. Key Findings from the Global...
Amazon Achieves 100% Renewable Energy Goal Seven Years Early
Amazon announced an exciting milestone: they’ve reached their 100% renewable energy goal seven years ahead of schedule. This was achieved through strategic corporate power purchase agreements (PPAs) rather than directly using clean energy at their facilities. Key Takeaways Global Reach: Projects in 27 countries, including significant investments in Europe, Asia...
Germany Hits Record Highs in Renewable Energy for Early 2024
Germany has set a new record for renewable energy generation in the first half of 2024, according to a report by the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems (ISE). Key Highlights: Renewable Share: 65% of Germany's net public electricity generation came from renewable sources between January and June. Decline in...
2023: Wind and Solar Surge Ahead in Global Energy Mix
In a historic shift for the global energy landscape, wind and solar power added more new energy to the world's mix in 2023 than any other source. This groundbreaking revelation comes from a Carbon Brief analysis of new data, highlighting the growing prominence of renewable energy. Key Highlights from the...
Renewables Set to Make Up Over 33% of Global Power in 2024
Renewable energy is on the rise, and according to a recent report by Rystad Energy, it will make up more than one-third of the global power generation mix in 2024. This milestone comes after renewable energy surpassed 30% in 2023. Key Findings from the Report Renewable Energy Sources Solar Wind...
Renewable Energy Economics Boost US Market Value
Introduction The cost-effectiveness of solar and wind energy is increasing their importance to the US grid. A recent study by Berkeley Lab highlights the benefits of these renewable sources, but also points out that consumers don’t always see these benefits directly in their energy bills. Key Findings Lower Costs, Higher...
Shaping Our Future: Opportunities in the UK Energy Sector
The decisions we make this year will impact our future for decades. Our latest report provides clear facts and evidence to help guide these crucial decisions. It’s important to understand why creating a homegrown energy transition is essential for our future. Key Insights from Our Report Our report offers an...