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"China's power paradox: record renewables, continued coal"
#China #Energy #Renewables

China's power paradox: record renewables, continued coal
Call it the China power paradox: while Beijing leads the world in renewable energy expansion, its coal projects are booming too.

Good windy afternoon!
#windpower #renewables

"M&S launches new programme to help suppliers source renewable electricity"
#Energy #Renewables

"Nearly half of solar capacity will be co-located with storage by 2060, says DNV"
#Batteries #Energy #SolarPower

Nearly half of solar capacity will be co-located with storage by 2060, says DNV
DNV's Energy Transition Outlook 2025 report also predicts that distributed generation solar should begin outpacing utility-scale installations in some parts of the world by 2060. It adds that the levelized cost of electricity for solar is beginning to plateau and is expected to slow to an annual drop below 1% by the 2050s.

Eco Puzzler: 0-GHG Energy - For those on their way to mastering engineering... How to create a 100% Greenhouse Gas Free Energy System for the UK? #ecoEngineering #renewables -

Eco Puzzler: 0-GHG Energy
For those on their way to mastering engineering... How to create a 100% Greenhouse Gas Free Energy System for the UK? #ecoEngineering #renewables

"Six surprising places solar power is taking off"
#SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Six surprising places solar power is taking off
From rooftops and roads to farmers' fields and the open sea, solar power can already be captured almost anywhere. The next frontier? Harnessing the sun's energy in space to power life on Earth.

"IEA: Renewables have cut fossil-fuel imports for more than 100 countries"
#FossilFuels #Renewables #Energy

IEA: Renewables have cut fossil-fuel imports for more than 100 countries - Carbon Brief
More than 100 countries have cut their dependence on fossil-fuel imports and saved hundreds of billions of dollars by continuing to invest in renewables

"Electricity from renewables overtakes coal in Australia for the first time"
#Australia #Energy #Renewables

"Renewables have now passed coal globally—and growth is fastest in countries like Bhutan and Nepal"
#Bhutan #Nepal #Renewables

Renewables have now passed coal globally—and growth is fastest in countries like Bhutan and Nepal
For the first time, renewables have toppled coal as the world's leading source of electricity, in keeping with International Energy Agency projections for this historic shift.

The important quote from the expert panel is "However, early speculation that the high proportion of renewable energy favoured the outage was refuted." #renewables #ClimateCrisis

"Solar accounted for 70% of new global power capacity in 2024"
#SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Solar accounted for 70% of new global power capacity in 2024
A new IEEE report shows solar dominated new generation in 2024, with 70% of added global capacity from PV and record installations in China and the United States.

"Report: Global push to triple renewables faltering despite record growth"
#Energy #Renewables
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excellent news! Trump, Coal and Big Nuclear all failing to keep up with renewables/grid-battery
#trumpfailing #endfossilfuels #renewables #cleanenergy #nuclear
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"India passes 132.8 GW of installed solar capacity"
#India #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables
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India passes 132.8 GW of installed solar capacity
India’s installed solar capacity reached 132.85 GW at the end of November 2025, led by utility-scale projects in Rajasthan, Gujarat and Maharashtra, according to the central government.

"UK added at least 2.5 GW solar in 2025, revised data reveals"
#UK #UnitedKingdom #Energy #Renewables

UK added at least 2.5 GW solar in 2025, revised data reveals
Provisional capacity data updated with 1.5 GW of solar added to total deployment figure. New capacity additions include largest solar plant to date and a record year for rooftop installations.

"France adds 4.2 GW of solar in first nine months of 2025"
#France #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

France adds 4.2 GW of solar in first nine months of 2025
Statistics from Enedis show that 4.2 GW of solar connected to France’s grid in the January-September period, including 82 MW paired with storage, marking a slight decline from 2024.

"South Africa adds 890 MW of solar to seventh renewables bid window "
#SouthAfrica #Energy #Renewables #SolarPower

South Africa adds 890 MW of solar to seventh renewables bid window 
The South African government has turned unallocated wind project capacity from the country's seventh renewables procurement exercise into approved solar projects for the second time. The move takes the total amount of solar approved under the bid window to over 3.9 GW.

"Chart: Check out how fast China is shifting to renewables"
#China #Energy #Renewables

Chart: Check out how fast China is shifting to renewables
China still emits more planet-warming pollution than any other country, but its furious build-out of wind and solar means the nation is scaling back on…

"IEA warns global solar growth may plateau at 540 GW annually to 2035"
#SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

IEA warns global solar growth may plateau at 540 GW annually to 2035
The International Energy Agency (IEA) said global solar capacity additions are projected to average 540 GW a year through 2035, as outlined in its World Energy Outlook 2025 report.

"Green light for 1GW wind farm as Ministers promise to ‘unlock’ 19GW more"
#UK #UnitedKingdom #Renewables #Energy

"Australia installs 5.2 GW of solar in 2024"
#Australia #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Australia installs 5.2 GW of solar in 2024
The International Energy Agency (IEA) says that Australia installed 5.2 GW of solar capacity in 2024, bringing the national total to 40 GW across distributed and utility-scale systems.

"Chart: Solar is driving renewable energy to new heights around the globe"
#SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Chart: Solar is driving renewable energy to new heights around the globe
Between 2025 and 2030, the world is expected to build nearly 4,600 gigawatts of renewables — almost double the amount built over the previous five-year…

"Women hold 32% of full-time jobs in the renewable energy sector, IRENA report finds"
#Women #Energy #Renewables

Women hold 32% of full-time jobs in the renewable energy sector, IRENA report finds
New data from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) shows women account for only 19% of renewable energy senior leadership positions globally and almost half of the women surveyed report some form of gender-based discrimination in the workplace.

"World Appears on Track to Triple Renewable Capacity by 2030"
#Energy #Renewables
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World Appears on Track to Triple Renewable Capacity by 2030

"Sweden switches on 89 MW hybrid wind, solar project"
#Sweden #Renewables #Energy

Sweden switches on 89 MW hybrid wind, solar project
The first hybrid power project belonging to Danish renewables developer European Energy is a 39.3 MW solar array tied to a 49.6 MW wind facility in southern Sweden.

"Bhutan tenders 120 MW solar project"
#Bhutan #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Bhutan tenders 120 MW solar project
Bhutan's authorities are seeking a developer to design, supply, install, test and commission a 120 MW solar farm. The deadline for applications is Jan. 26, 2026.

"Tunisia switches on largest solar project to date"
#Tunisia #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Tunisia switches on largest solar project to date 
UAE-based Amea Power has completed a 120 MW solar project in Tunisia, the country's first above 100 MW.

"Germany deploys 920 MW of solar in September"
#Germany #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Germany deploys 920 MW of solar in September
Germany installed 920 MW of solar in September, bringing its cumulative PV capacity to more than 112 GW.

"Global renewable energy generation surpasses coal for first time"
#Energy #Renewables #FossilFuels

"Global Renewable Power Capacity Expected to More than Double by 2030"
#Energy #Renewables
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Global Renewable Power Capacity Expected to More than Double by 2030 - Inside Climate News
The expansion comes despite a dramatic decrease in the projection for growth in the United States.

"Scientists develop new floating box array for offshore PV"
#SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Scientists develop new floating box array for offshore PV
Researchers have tested a 9 x 11 floating box array for offshore photovoltaics in a large wave flume, under regular and irregular wave sequences. They have placed wireless gyroscopes on three of the boxes, representing the front, middle, and rear positions.

"Study finds new strategies to extend the life of used solar panels"
#SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Old solar panels can power new future
Australia's rapid uptake of solar panels is creating a looming waste problem with most solar photovoltaic (PV) panels being directed to landfill at the end of their life.

"Nigeria, a Major Oil Producer, Sees Beginnings of a Solar Boom"
#Nigeria #Renewables #Energy

Nigeria, a Major Oil Producer, Sees Beginnings of a Solar Boom

"How to build giant solar plants in mountainous areas"
#SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

How to build giant solar plants in mountainous areas
Chinese researchers have proposed a new methodology for designing utility-scale solar power projects in mountainous regions. They simulated a 386.4 MW solar farm near Pu’er, a city in southern China located 1,037 meters above sea level.

"Finnish Town Pioneers Renewable Energy Storage Solutions with World’s Largest Sand Battery"
#Finland #Energy #Renewables

Finnish Town Pioneers Renewable Energy Storage Solutions with World's Largest Sand Battery | Happy Eco News
Finland's renewable energy storage solutions using the world's largest sand battery cut emissions by 70% in Pornainen. The system stores 100 megawatt-hours of thermal energy from solar and wind sources, heating the entire town for weeks while eliminating oil dependence and reducing costs.

"Spain awards 133 energy-storage projects totaling 2.4 GW and 10 GWh"
#Spain #Energy #Renewables

Spain awards 133 energy-storage projects totaling 2.4 GW and 10 GWh
Spain’s Institute for the Diversification and Saving of Energy confirmed €827 million ($961.4 million) in European Regional Development Fund co-financing for 133 energy-storage projects with a combined capacity of about 2.4 GW and 10 GWh.

"Two-Headed Wind Turbine Could Solve Every Challenge in the Offshore Industry"
#WindTurbines #Energy #Renewables

Two-Headed Wind Turbine Could Solve Every Challenge in the Offshore Industry
Marketing for the 50MW leviathan has already begun, with production slated for next year according to company boss Zhang Qiying

"Uruguay Achieves 99% Green Energy After Seeking the Lowest Price for Consumers"
#Uruguay #Energy #Renewables

Uruguay Achieves 99% Green Energy After Seeking the Lowest Price for Consumers
The contracts were not awarded according to emissions-cutting promises, but how low the cost for installation and provision would be. 

"Data centres up to 43% cheaper to run with renewable energy, study finds"
#Energy #Renewables
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"How Labour is growing UK renewables, and the biggest challenges on the horizon"
#UK #UnitedKingdom #Energy #Renewables

"Atlas Renewable Energy energizes 201 MW solar park in Colombia"
#Colombia #Energy #SolarPower #Renewables

Atlas Renewable Energy energizes 201 MW solar park in Colombia
Atlas Renewable Energy says its 201 MW solar project in Ibagué represents the company’s first utility-scale installation in Colombia and is supported by financing from multilateral and local lenders.

"Benin puts solar power at the heart of its energy policy"
#Benin #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables…

Benin puts solar power at the heart of its energy policy
The government of Benin is focusing on building solar power plants as part of a policy to make renewable energy the main source of the country’s energy supply by 2030. When it met in July, the Council of Ministers approved an updated National Renewable Energy Development Policy (PONADER) for 2020-2030. The policy renews the government’s […]

"Ireland expands scheme offering free solar systems to the medically vulnerable"
#Ireland #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Ireland expands scheme offering free solar systems to the medically vulnerable
The Solar PV Scheme for Medically Vulnerable Customers covers all homeowners dependent on electrically powered medical equipment regardless of their energy supplier. It includes a 2 kW solar PV system and around 470 homes have benefited to date.

"Ireland reaches 1 GW of installed rooftop PV capacity"
#Ireland #SolarPower #Renewables #Energy

Ireland reaches 1 GW of installed rooftop PV capacity
Ireland surpassed 2.1 GW of installed solar capacity in November 2025, and the country's solar association, Solar Ireland, has revealed that 1 GW of this is from rooftop installations.

"Metlen flicks switch on 120 MW of solar in Australia"
#Australia #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Metlen flicks switch on 120 MW of solar in Australia
Another large-scale PV facility is now operating at full capacity in the Australian state of Queensland, as Greek energy company Metlen Energy and Metals has officially activated the 120 MW Munna Creek Solar Farm.

"Netherlands forecast to reach 79.9 GW of solar by 2035"
#Netherlands #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Netherlands forecast to reach 79.9 GW of solar by 2035
Latest analysis by UK consultancy GlobalData expects annual solar additions in the Netherlands to reach between 4.5 GW and 5.5 GW through to 2035.

"Thailand develops solar plan for community power supply"
#Thailand #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Thailand develops solar plan for community power supply
Thailand’s Ministry of Energy says it is advancing a community solar plan to add up to 1.5 GW of capacity through small ground-mounted projects selling power to local consumers at THB 2.25 ($0.07)/kWh under long-term contracts.

"Europe pledges $600 million for clean energy projects in Africa"
#Europe #Africa #Energy #Renewables

Europe Pledges $600 Billion for Clean Energy Projects in Africa
The EU’s Global Gateway plan is challenging China’s Belt and Road Initiative to influence Africa, by providing funding that will expand access to electricity.

"Analysis: Great Britain has run on 100% clean power for record 87 hours in 2025 so far"
#UK #UnitedKingdom #Energy

Analysis: Great Britain has run on 100% clean power for record 87 hours in 2025 so far - Carbon Brief
Electricity demand on the island of Great Britain has been fully covered by the output of clean-energy sources for a record 87 hours in 2025 to date

"World’s Largest Solar Panel Mural Powers Canadian Building While Cutting 150 Tons of Carbon Annually"
#Canada #SolarPower #Energy

World’s Largest Solar Panel Mural Powers Canadian Building While Cutting 150 Tons of Carbon Annually | Happy Eco News
Edmonton’s SunRise Building features the world’s largest solar panel mural, covering 34,500 square feet with colorful building-integrated photovoltaics. The installation generates 267 kilowatts of clean power, cuts 150 tons of CO₂ annually, and saves residents money while combining Indigenous art, sustainable technology, and cultural pride in one striking landmark project.

"Iran inaugurates 250 MW of new solar plants"
#Iran #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Iran inaugurates 250 MW of new solar plants
Speaking at an inauguration ceremony that also marked the start of a further 450 MW of solar plants, Iran’s President said the government is prepared to remove any obstacles facing the acceleration of new solar projects.

"Zimbabwe plans 600 MW floating PV project"
#Zimbabwe #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Zimbabwe plans 600 MW floating PV project
Government officials in Zimbabwe have said work on a 600 MW floating solar project on Lake Kariba, the world's largest artificial lake by volume, will be begin next year, starting with an initial 150 MW phase.

"Indonesia expected to reach 23.2 GW of solar by 2035"
#Indonesia #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Indonesia expected to reach 23.2 GW of solar by 2035
UK consultancy GlobaData projects Indonesia will surpass 1 GW of cumulative solar capacity this year, before growth accelerates towards 9.1 GW by the end of the decade and 23.2 GW by 2035.

"Contracts for Difference: UK Government confirms boost in payments to offshore wind developers"
#UK #UnitedKingdom #Energy

"Italy clears 710 MW of solar in Puglia, challenges regional PV rules"
#Italy #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Italy clears 710 MW of solar in Puglia, challenges regional PV rules
The italian government says it is fast-tracking utility-scale solar, approving about 710 MW of mainly agrivoltaic projects in Puglia while moving to curb regional limits on where PV plants can be built, sharpening tensions over land use and energy policy.

"Italy added 4.8 GW of solar from January to October, says grid operator"
#Italy #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Italy added 4.8 GW of solar from January to October, says grid operator
Italy’s grid operator, Terna, says 2025 solar installations through October point to a slower annual expansion rate than in 2024.

"Philippines approves world’s largest solar project for grid connection"
#Philippines #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Philippines approves world’s largest solar project for grid connection
The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) of the Philippines has given the MTerra Solar Project permission to develop its own dedicated transmission facilities and connect to the Luzon grid. The first phase, encompassing 2.5 GW of solar and 3.3 MWh of battery storage, is due for completion in 2026.

"UK grid connections queue reformed, clearing way for 300GW of projects"
#UK #UnitedKingdom #Renewables #Energy

"India installs 45,911 solar water pumps in Maharashtra"
#India #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

India installs 45,911 solar water pumps in Maharashtra
Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Co. Ltd. (MSEDCL) reports the installation of 45,911 solar water pumps in one month under the Magel Tyala Solar Pump initiative in Maharashtra, India, verified through a multi-stage audit process.

"Switzerland forecasts 1.5 GW annual solar growth through 2027"
#Switzerland #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Switzerland forecasts 1.5 GW annual solar growth through 2027
Swissolar's "Solar Monitor 2025" report projects annual PV additions of about 1.5 GW through 2027 and urges policymakers to sustain steady growth amid policy uncertainty and lower tariffs.

"Denmark’s second largest PV plant goes online"
#Denmark #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables
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Denmark’s second largest PV plant goes online
Swedish independent power producer Alight has completed a 215 MW solar project in Lolland, southern Denmark. The construction of Lidsø solar park started in the summer of 2024.

"Morocco distributed solar potential pegged at 28.6 GW"
#Morocco #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Morocco distributed solar potential pegged at 28.6 GW
Morocco could install up to 28.6 GW of distributed solar, producing 66.8 TWh of electricity and creating a $31 billion market, according to new research that calls for rapid regulatory action to unlock this potential.

"India adds 44.2 GW solar module and 7.5 GW cell capacity in H1"
#India #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

India adds 44.2 GW solar module and 7.5 GW cell capacity in H1
Mercom India says new solar manufacturing capacity is driven by a 186 GW project pipeline, 2030 targets, and demand for Approved List of Models and Manufacturers modules.

"Bangladesh tenders 72 MW of rooftop solar"
#Bangladesh #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Bangladesh tenders 72 MW of rooftop solar
Northern Electricity Supply Co. has invited bids for rooftop systems totaling 72.36 MW to be installed on nearly 1,900 public buildings under the National Rooftop Solar Programme 2025.

"Austria deploys 1 GW of PV in January-September period"
#Austria #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Austria deploys 1 GW of PV in January-September period
Austria added 1,036 MW of new solar capacity between January and September 2025, down from 1,419 MW over the same period in 2024, as political uncertainty, delayed legislation, and weakening residential demand strain the solar sector.

"'India coal power may peak by 2030 under clean energy targets"
#India #Energy #Renewables #FossilFuels

India coal power may peak by 2030 under clean energy targets
If India meets its 500 GW non-fossil capacity goal, its coal power generation could reach peak levels by 2030, according to the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA).

"India forecast to add 41.5 GW of new solar capacity in fiscal 2026"
#India #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

India forecast to add 41.5 GW of new solar capacity in fiscal 2026
JMK Research expects India to install 41.5 GW of solar capacity in fiscal 2026, including 32 GW from utility-scale projects, 8 GW from rooftop systems and 1.5 GW from off-grid installations.

"Solar farms can bloom with life, not just energy"
#SolarPower #Energy #Renewables #Environment

Solar farms can bloom with life, not just energy
By planting wildflowers instead of grass, developers are creating habitat for bees, butterflies, and birds.

"Wind power slashed UK energy bills by £104bn, study finds"
#UK #UnitedKingdom #Energy #Renewables

"Ed Miliband says £1.1bn a year to be set aside for new offshore wind projects"
#UK #UnitedKingdom #Renewables #Energy

"India on track to add more than 45 GW of solar in fiscal 2026"
#India #Energy #SolarPower #Renewables

India on track to add more than 45 GW of solar in fiscal 2026
India installed 18 GW of solar in the first five months of fiscal 2026 and is projected to exceed 45 GW for the year, with rooftop and open-access systems driving growth alongside tax cuts and expanding manufacturing capacity.

"Clean Power 2030 won’t happen without better green skills planning, MPs warn"
#UK #UnitedKingdom #Energy #Renewables

"Ecotricity to provide iconic UK venues with hourly-matched renewable energy|
#UK #UnitedKingdom #Energy #Renewables

"One quiet change is about to let you export much more solar"
#Australia #Energy #SolarPower #Renewables

One quiet change is about to let you export much more solar
It doesn’t sound big. But this humble new set of rules will make it possible for many Australian households to export a lot more solar – and help the power grid .

"In Malawi, a rural community shines bright with 100% solar power milestone"
#Malawi #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

In Malawi, a rural community shines bright with 100% solar power milestone
LILONGWE — Four years ago, a U.K.-based charity, SolarAid, set out to provide solar-powered electricity to every home in Kasakula, a village around 90 kilometers, or 56 miles, from Malawi’s capital, Lilongwe. The project was aimed at demonstrating the potential for distributing and maintaining renewable energy in rural Africa. Today, SolarAid says it has installed […]

"Chinese PV Industry Brief: January-October solar additions reach 252.87 GW"
#China #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Chinese PV Industry Brief: January-October solar additions reach 252.87 GW
China’s National Energy Administration (NEA) says developers installed 252.87 GW of new PV capacity from January to October 2024, including 12.6 GW in October alone.

"Offshore windfarm projects may be exempted from new UK nature rules"
#UK #UnitedKingdom #Energy #Renewables

"Philippines commissions 6.5 MW solar project for social housing"
#Philippines #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Philippines commissions 6.5 MW solar project for social housing
The 6.55 MW project, hailed as the world’s first grid-connected, solar rooftop project within a social housing community, equipped almost 2,000 houses with solar panels.

"India posts record 4.9 GW of rooftop solar additions in first nine months of 2025"
#India #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

India posts record 4.9 GW of rooftop solar additions in first nine months of 2025
India installed 4.9 GW of rooftop solar capacity in the first nine months of 2025, including 2.1 GW in the third quarter, with cumulative capacity reaching 18.6 GW, according to Mercom India.

"611 MW Arinos Solar Park accelerates the energy transition in Brazil"
#Brazil #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

611 MW Arinos Solar Park accelerates the energy transition in Brazil
Commissioned on 30 January 2025, Enel Group’s Arinos Solar Park in Minas Gerais combines clean energy generation, advanced technologies, skilled jobs, and measurable benefits for local communities.

"Bangladesh tenders 72.5 MW of rooftop solar under national program"
#Bangladesh #SolarPower #Energy #Renewables

Bangladesh tenders 72.5 MW of rooftop solar under national program
Bangladesh’s power regulator has started accepting bids for 17 rooftop solar systems totaling 72.5 MW, marking the first government-backed purchases under the National Rooftop Solar Programme 2025.