Get all your news in one place.

100’s of premium titles.
One app.

Get all your news in one place.

100’s of premium titles. One news app.

The Latest Breaking News on Renewable energy

Hydropower damages river systems in Africa: how more solar and wind power can solve this problem

Across the African continent, more than 300 new hydropower projects are planned to meet the growing demand for electricity. Some of these will require big dams, which can have major negative environmental impacts. Another looming problem with hydropower is that the water cycle is affected by climate change. Water availability…

The Conversation

Swiss Renewable Energy Battle Moves To The Ballots

Switzerland's largest wind farm, sitting astride the ridge of the Jura mountains by the French border, consists of only 16 turbines -- tiny compared to those of other European countries.

International Business Times

Solar Investment Outstrips All Other Power Forms: IEA

More money is pouring into solar power than all other electricity sources combined, with investments set to reach half a trillion dollars this year, the world's top energy research body said Thursday.

International Business Times

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Investment in clean energy likely to be double figure for fossil fuels in 2024, IEA says

Low-carbon electricity investment driven by solar projects but oil and gas spending still too high to meet climate goals

The Guardian - UK

Can Labour’s GB Energy plan future-proof UK’s power generation sector?

Party has put state-owned power company at centre of its plans for decarbonisation, security and energy bills

The Guardian - UK

Record $26b green energy boost for emissions target bid

Queensland Labor has earmarked huge funds for green power, storage and transmission projects to support the state's emissions targets.

AAP

Yes, carbon capture and storage is controversial – but it’s going to be crucial

Renewable energy sources such as wind and solar are vital tools to help us make cuts to the 36 billion tonnes of greenhouse gases we emit each year.

The Conversation

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Solar farms can eat up farmland – but ‘agrivoltaics’ could mean the best of both worlds for NZ farmers

New Zealand plans to commission about eight gigawatts of solar photovoltaic projects – more than the maximum power demand of the whole country on a typical winter’s day – by 2028, according to the government’s latest generation investment survey.

The Conversation

End of the windmill era: NSW switches to safer, more efficient solar water pumps

Local land services say the new pumps will allow them to remotely monitor water levels, to provide a safe refuge for farmers in times of natural disaster

The Guardian - AU

When the going gets tough, you need an independent distributor in your corner

THE ARTICLES ON THESE PAGES ARE PRODUCED BY BUSINESS REPORTER, WHICH TAKES SOLE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE CONTENTS

The Independent UK

Africa Could Help 'Decarbonise' Global Economy, Kenyan President Tells AFP

Kenyan President William Ruto told AFP on Wednesday that Africa could help decarbonise the global economy -- but developed countries need to step up with serious investment to help unlock the continent's potential.

International Business Times

Poll reveals SNP voters' views on North Sea oil and gas as party mulls policy switch

LESS than one-third of SNP voters support issuing new oil and gas licences in the North Sea, according to new polling ...

The National (Scotland)

Labour to propose ‘offshore skills passport’ as Ian Murray visits north east

A LABOUR government would create an “offshore skills passport” to allow workers to move between fossil fuels and renewables, Ian Murray has…

The National (Scotland)

Tripling clean electricity by 2030 achievable: International Energy Agency

The IEA says countries’ domestic ambitions achieve 70 percent of the goal, but experts warn goals are hard to achieve.

Al Jazeera

Get all your
news in one place.

100’s of premium titles.
One news app.

Tech&Learning

Solar-Powered Schools: What You Need to Know

Thousands of schools across the U.S. have saved money by installing solar panels. The process can involve little to no upfront costs and often results in significant cost savings for the school or district.

The Guardian - UK

World will miss target of tripling renewable electricity generation by 2030 – IEA

Analysis of policies of nearly 150 countries shows shortfall to hit target viewed as vital for transition from fossil fuels

The Conversation

Should we worry about wasting renewable energy? Here’s why ‘spilling’ excess power is expected – and efficient

In Australia’s electricity system, more and more energy from sunlight and wind is being “spilled” – or not converted to electricity.

The Guardian - AU

Wong calls for Gaza ceasefire saying ‘this war must end’ – as it happened

This blog is now closed

Get all your
news in one place.

100’s of premium titles.
One news app.

AAP

Energy storage sites earmarked to keep the lights on

More power storage rather than nuclear reactors or gas will be crucial for long-term energy security, the industry says, with six more sites up for development.

The National (Scotland)

Proposed Scottish Borders wind farm to have more than a quarter fewer turbines

A PROPOSED wind farm in the Scottish borders has cut the number of potential turbines by more than a quarter after a 12-month consulting phase ...

The Guardian - AU

If regional communities don’t want a windfarm, why would they accept a nuclear power station?

The Coalition’s energy policy is leveraged on regional discontent about renewables. But many farmers don’t want nuclear in their back yard either

Axios

What to know about Claudia Sheinbaum, Mexico's first woman president

She has also made history as the first Jewish person to be elected president of Mexico.

The Conversation

South Africa: coalition government won’t fix past failures – expect the private sector to play a bigger role in delivering power, transport and security

To help save the planet, governments across the globe are choosing to adopt sustainable policies and encourage (or coerce) the private sector to do likewise. Given the climate crisis, most responsible governments are focusing on finding every possible means to meet existing needs without sacrificing the planet to meet the…

StockNews.com

3 Energy Stock Buys Providing Essential Services

With energy demands escalating worldwide, the need for essential services involving exploration, drilling, and other purposes is expected to grow. Given this backdrop, investors could consider buying quality energy services stocks such as Graham (GHM), Schlumberger (SLB), and DNOW (DNOW). Read on.

The Guardian - US

In threat to climate safety, Michigan to woo tech data centers with new laws

Opponents of bills argue ‘offramp’ to keep gas or coal plants running will be triggered if energy-heavy centers are built

1 … 40 41 42 43

People

Andrés Manuel López Obrador Amlo

17 stories

Rosemary Bayer

11 stories

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

the Scottish Government

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.