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world3 days ago
22 EU Governments Sign Pact to Expand Energy Storage Capacity
Twenty-two national governments signed a non-binding agreement to add 30-35 GW of storage by 2028. The pact aims to integrate more renewables and reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels.
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theglobeandmail.combusiness7 days ago
Former BHP Economist Urges Carbon Price to Speed Mining Emissions Cuts
Dr Huw McKay said a calibrated carbon price would drive faster decarbonisation at major resources firms after leaked documents showed BHP delaying Pilbara renewables projects. The company has met its 2030 target but continues acquiring diesel trucks while trialling electric equip…
app.buzzsumo.comfinance7 days ago
European Commission to Unveil 2040 Electrification Target on July 17
The European Commission plans to set a target for electricity's share of total EU energy consumption by 2040. The proposal seeks to cut fossil fuel imports and support renewables.
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Global Energy Supply Rose 1.4 Percent in 2025 as Renewables Grew but Fossil Fuels Still Supplied 86 Percent
The Energy Institute released its 2026 Statistical Review of World Energy on July 6. Data showed fossil fuels supplied 86 percent of global energy while renewables reached a record share.
The Guardiantechnology11 days ago
Scottish AI datacentre project shifts from on-site renewables to grid connection
An £8.2 billion AI datacentre complex in Lanarkshire announced in January will connect to the national grid rather than rely solely on on-site renewables. Internal documents show the government and developers privately noted power provision issues while publicly stating up to 1GW…
Forbesfinance11 days ago
Global CO2-Equivalent Emissions Reach Record 41 Billion Tons in 2025
Emissions rose 1.1 percent to 41.0 billion metric tons, driven by a U.S. rebound even as renewables covered the full net increase in global electricity generation. China’s growth nearly stalled while non-OECD nations accounted for 70.5 percent of the total.
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ZEN Energy Enters Voluntary Administration Citing Wholesale Electricity Volatility
South Australian renewables company ZEN Energy entered voluntary administration on July 3 2026. McGrathNicol was appointed administrator and is assessing the business. Electricity supply to state government sites has transitioned without interruption.
Euronewsbusiness15 days ago
EU Renewables Reach 45.5 Percent of Electricity in First Quarter of 2026
Eurostat figures show renewable sources produced 45.5 percent of EU electricity in the first quarter, an increase from 42.7 percent in the same period of 2025. Wind supplied the largest portion of that renewable output.
abcnews.go.combusiness15 days ago
European Union Drops Ten-Year Renewables Rule for Data Center Emissions
The European Union is reconsidering a proposal that would have limited data center operators to buying emission offset certificates only from recent local wind and solar projects. OilPrice.com reported the change follows pushback from major technology companies.
theiranproject.comfinance15 days ago
Oil Prices Near Pre-War Levels Four Months After US-Israel Strikes on Iran
@AJEnglish reported that oil prices have returned close to pre-conflict levels more than four months after the late February 2026 start of the US-Israel war on Iran. Maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz peaked then fell after vessel attacks, while suppliers shifted to pi…
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benzinga.combusiness15 days ago
Renewables Reach Record 58% Share of German Electricity Consumption
Renewable sources supplied 58% of Germany's power use in the first half of 2026, up from 55.8% a year earlier. The rise came from higher solar and wind output despite lower hydropower.
CNBCfinance16 days ago
Incoming UK Prime Minister Burnham Faces Labour Split Over North Sea Drilling Plans
Andy Burnham, set to become prime minister in July, faces an early decision on whether to expand North Sea oil production or prioritize renewables amid supply disruptions from the Iran war and Russia's conflict in Ukraine.
Semaforfinance16 days ago
China Sets 50 Percent Non-Hydrocarbon Electricity Target for 2030 While Adding Most New Global Coal Capacity
Beijing's latest five-year plan, released in June 2026, calls for half of electricity from non-hydrocarbon sources by 2030. The strategy maintains heavy spending on both coal and renewables.
Semaforfinance16 days ago
Renewables Led Global Energy Supply Growth in 2025
Renewables supplied the largest share of worldwide energy growth last year, according to a new Energy Institute report. Solar power accounted for 72 percent of that increase.
pakistantoday.com.pkbusiness17 days ago
Philippines became China’s second-largest solar export market amid 2026 energy emergency and regional rationing
Shipments topped 4,000 megawatts in four months as Southeast Asian governments responded to the Hormuz closure with rationing and rooftop solar installations. A fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire has reopened the strait but the shift toward renewables continues.
Semaforworld22 days ago
Ukraine’s Largest Energy Company to Close All Coal Plants by 2035 and Raise Renewables Spending
DTEK released its first energy transition plan this week. The firm pledged to shut its coal fleet and expand renewables while rebuilding a more resilient grid after years of attacks.
France 24science23 days ago
UK Climate Report Shows Renewables and Electric Cars Advancing While Heat Pump Uptake Slows
The Climate Change Committee published its latest assessment on Wednesday showing strong renewable energy progress and electric vehicle uptake but sharply slower heat pump installations. Chair Nigel Topping warned that policy reversals would harm investor confidence and raise liv…
insidermonkey.comfinance24 days ago
Primoris Services Cuts 2026 Earnings Outlook and Reports COO Departure
The infrastructure contractor lowered its full-year adjusted earnings forecast and adjusted EBITDA range after weakness in its renewables segment. Shares fell 34 percent in premarket trading following the announcement.
winnipegfreepress.comai24 days ago
UN Chief Urges AI Companies to Disclose Emissions and Commit to Renewables by 2030
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres called on artificial intelligence firms to publish data on carbon pollution, water and land use during a speech at London Climate Action Week. He proposed the AI Environmental Transparency Initiative and set a 2030 deadline for re…
flipboard.comworld27 days ago
EU Energy Chief Says Renewables and Efficiency Key to Crisis Response
The European Commissioner for energy and housing said the bloc is better prepared for supply shocks than in 2022. He warned against long-term fossil-fuel subsidies and pointed to nearly 90 gigawatts of new renewable capacity added last year.
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The Guardianworld31 days ago
Spanish Households Save €10 Monthly on Electricity Due to Renewables Growth
A report found that wind and solar additions since 2021 have cut typical Spanish electricity bills by €10 a month. The same analysis showed that gas now sets prices in only 9 percent of hours, down from 52 percent in 2021.
news.sky.comscience35 days ago
China's Coal Power Output Rose Early in 2026 While Renewables Surpassed Thermal Capacity
Power-sector emissions increased in the first four months but stayed below 2024 levels. New coal capacity additions continued while renewable installations reached record levels.
financialpost.combusiness36 days ago
European Commission Pledges €5 Billion for North African Renewables
The European Commission announced €5 billion in funding for renewable energy projects in North Africa and the Middle East. The initiative aims to develop at least 15 gigawatts of new capacity by 2035 and attract up to €25 billion in total investment.
thehindubusinessline.comfinance40 days ago
Solar Led U.S. Power Capacity Additions for 28 Straight Months Through 2025
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission data show solar accounted for 72.6 percent of new U.S. electricity capacity in 2025. Renewables made up 88 percent of total additions despite changes to prior incentive programs.
Euronewsbusiness44 days ago
Baku Energy Week 2026 Opens as Azerbaijan’s President Declares World Cannot Live Without Fossil Fuels
Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev opened the event on Monday, stating the world cannot live without fossil fuels while urging investment in renewables. European and Central Asian officials discussed gas supply and renewable expansion.
Euronewsworld50 days ago
Europe Records Hottest May Days; Renewables Share Rises
Britain and France logged their hottest May days on record this week under a heat dome. UN climate chief Simon Stiell called the temperatures a reminder of climate-driven extremes and urged faster adoption of clean power.
france24.comworld52 days ago
Cuba Expands Solar Installations as Blackouts Persist
Cuba reports that renewables supplied 10 percent of electricity demand in 2025, up from 3 percent the prior year. The government aims for 15 percent coverage by the end of 2026 and 100 percent by 2050. Most residents continue to rely on charcoal or wood during outages.
world57 days ago
Renewable Energy Company Explores Wind and Solar Projects in Far West NSW
Tilt Renewables is assessing large-scale wind and solar developments north of Broken Hill. Local landholders have given preliminary support after early consultations.
etftrends.comfinance58 days ago
Utilities Shift from Coal to Natural Gas and Renewables
Utilities have moved from coal to natural gas plants because gas facilities cost less to build and operate. Wind and solar-plus-storage now show lower long-term electricity costs than fossil fuel generation. Industry leaders continue to invest in gas infrastructure while renewabl…
Washington Examinerpolitics58 days ago
BloombergNEF Report Projects Solar Leading Global Electricity Generation by 2032
BloombergNEF released its annual energy outlook on Tuesday forecasting that solar power will surpass coal as the largest source of global electricity by 2032 if current deployment trends continue. The report also projects continued growth for renewables through 2050 and slower el…
The Sydney Morning Heraldbusiness60 days ago
Melbourne Steel Mill Draws Over Half Its Power from Renewables
A steel mill near Melbourne has begun sourcing more than half its electricity from a wind farm under a new supply deal that started April 1. The facility uses electric arc furnaces to melt scrap metal.
foxnews.combusiness65 days ago
U.S. Government Energy Spending More Than Doubled Since 2019 to Exceed $405 Billion in 2025
Government spending on energy exceeded $405 billion in 2025, more than double the level in 2019. The majority of the funds supported investments in energy infrastructure, manufacturing, renewables, efficiency programs and incentives for fuel switching. The International Energy Ag…
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Euronewsai66 days ago
Uzbekistan Adds 5,600 MW of Solar and Wind Capacity, Says Renewables Now Represent 30% of Electricity Mix
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev said renewable sources now account for around 30 percent of the country’s electricity mix after the addition of 5,600 megawatts through international partnerships. Electricity production has increased 1.5 times to 87 billion kilowatt-hours through $35…
etftrends.comfinance70 days ago
Vestas, Orsted and Equinor Post Strong Q1 Profits Amid Rising Energy Prices from Middle East Conflict
Wind turbine maker Vestas and offshore wind developer Orsted beat expectations in the first three months of 2026. Norway's Equinor, primarily an oil and gas producer, posted its strongest quarterly profit in three years and said the U.S. and Israeli-led war against Iran that bega…
thehindu.comfinance72 days ago
ReNew Energy Reduces Solar Output in India Amid Grid Capacity Limits
ReNew Energy is reducing its solar power production amid challenges with India's grid infrastructure. This curtailment puts the company's profits at risk. The grid struggles to handle renewables during peak hours, according to reports.
Euronewsworld74 days ago
Study Compares Climate and Health Benefits of Renewables vs. Direct Air Capture Investments Through 2050
A new study in Communications Sustainability found that investing in wind or solar power provides greater combined climate and public health benefits than equivalent spending on direct air capture technologies, even under optimistic scenarios. Researchers modeled outcomes across…
The Guardianworld79 days ago
Spain Advances Renewable Energy Shift One Year After Major Blackout
One year after a widespread blackout affected Spain and parts of Portugal on April 28, 2025, investigations attributed the event to voltage-related governance failures rather than renewable energy sources. Spain increased solar capacity additions in 2025 and has integrated renewa…
rte.ieworld81 days ago
Iran War Disrupts Global Oil Supply, Spurs Push for Renewable Energy Transition
The US-Israeli attack on Iran and blockade of the Strait of Hormuz have caused the largest oil supply disruption in history, according to the International Energy Agency. This crisis is prompting renewed discussions on energy security and accelerating the shift to renewables in E…
Euronewsbusiness83 days ago
Central Asian Countries Plan Joint 2,000 MW Hydropower Plant
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan are preparing to launch a joint hydropower plant with a capacity of nearly 2,000 MW. The project includes the Kambarata HPP-1 facility at 1,880 MW, which is described as strategically important. Other regional energy developments involve ren…
thehindu.comfinance83 days ago
EU Faces €24 Billion Spike in Fossil Fuel Import Costs Amid Iran Conflict and Strait of Hormuz Closure
A war in Iran has triggered Europe's second major energy crisis in four years, with the Strait of Hormuz closed and EU fossil fuel import costs rising sharply. The European Commission released a report outlining strategies to reduce demand and boost renewables. The bloc aims to a…
yahoo.compolitics83 days ago
Greenpeace Deploys Banner in Madrid Depicting Trump Vomiting Oil
Environmental group Greenpeace installed a large banner in Madrid's Plaza de Colón showing Trump vomiting oil. The banner targets Spain's PM Sánchez with a message to choose renewables over supporting petrostates. Brent crude oil prices are currently at $105 per barrel.
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Photo: Matthew Henry / Unsplashscience85 days ago
Renewables Surpass Coal in Global Electricity Generation in 2025: IEA, Ember
The United States and Israel have initiated a war against Iran, bottlenecking 20 percent of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas supply and upending global energy markets. Two new reports from the International Energy Agency and Ember highlight 2025 as a pivotal year for ren…
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Asia Boosts Energy Self-Sufficiency Amid Middle East Supply Disruptions
Supply disruptions from the Middle East war are prompting Asian nations to enhance energy security through renewables and local sourcing. Cambodia has initiated a major hydropower project with Chinese investment, while South Korea advocates for regional cooperation. Efforts in Vi…
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China Maintains Energy Stability Amid Global Oil Disruption from Gulf Conflict
China has demonstrated resilience in the face of oil supply disruptions caused by the recent conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. The country's stockpiles, domestic production, and shift toward renewables and electric vehicles have helped mitigate impacts. This…
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UK Energy Secretary Announces Planning Reforms and Price Decoupling to Boost Renewables
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband announced plans on April 20, 2026, to accelerate clean energy adoption amid global market disruptions. Measures include streamlining planning rules, expanding renewables on public land, and decoupling electricity prices from gas. The moves aim to prot…
ndtv.comworld97 days ago
European Countries Face Challenges in Shifting from Fossil Fuels to Renewables Amid Energy Disruptions
Several European countries are encountering difficulties in replacing fossil fuels with wind and solar energy, despite renewables' lower operating costs. This shift is complicated by supply chain issues and the need for infrastructure investments.
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UK Approves Largest Solar Farm as Renewables Reach Record Share in 2025
The UK government approved the 800-megawatt Springwell Solar Farm in Lincolnshire, set to power over 180,000 homes. Renewables generated 52.5 percent of the UK's electricity in 2025, up from prior years due to added capacity and weather. Separately, Turkey approved over 33 gigawa…
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Polish Power Prices Turn Negative for Some Customers Amid Surplus Renewable Supply
Power prices in Poland reached negative levels for certain customers on two consecutive days due to increased renewable energy generation from bright and windy weather. This surplus supply exceeded demand, leading to the unusual pricing. The event highlights the integration of re…
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Iran Strait of Hormuz Closure Highlights Role of Energy Diversity in US Policy
The ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran underscores the use of energy as a strategic tool in conflicts. The Trump administration has prioritized fossil fuels over renewables, including pressuring Total to abandon an offshore wind project. Electricity demand in the US…
ecns.cnfinance112 days ago
China's Industrial Profits Rise 15% in Early 2024 Amid Energy Security Shifts to Renewables
China's industrial profits increased by 15% at the start of the year, driven by economic recovery factors. The country relies heavily on its own equipment production for renewable energy transitions aimed at enhancing energy security. High oil prices pose a potential threat to th…
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