The UK has closed its last coal power plant, ending over 140 years of coal energy, as part of its commitment to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 and transition to renewable sources.
Massachusetts and Rhode Island approved three offshore wind projects with a capacity of 2.9 GW, aiming to power 1.6 million homes and support bold clean energy goals by 2030.
Ursula von der Leyen proposed a new team of EU Commissioners, including Teresa Ribera for climate leadership and Stéphane Séjourné for economic strategy, emphasizing a competitive, decarbonized economy.
The UK’s Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero emphasized the need to accelerate the transition to clean energy at the Energy UK Annual Conference. He highlighted the drawbacks of fossil fuels and the societal benefits of clean energy, pledging decisive action.
Kyrgyzstan, a former Soviet state, plans to build its first 100MW wind farm in 2025, reducing its heavy reliance on energy imports and tapping into its untapped renewable energy potential.
The UK’s sixth renewable energy auction results in 131 projects, powering 11 million homes, enhancing energy security and independence.
Norway’s Sovereign Wealth Fund, valued at $1.71 trillion, plans large investments in renewable energy. It commits $1.01 billion to Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners for offshore and onshore wind, solar, and grid projects. Despite this, Norway’s oil and gas industry has not pledged to scale back extractions, drawing criticism.
Western countries pledged to stop buying Russian oil and gas after the Ukraine invasion, but Europe still heavily depends on Russian gas. Germany reduced reliance, but Austria remains the largest consumer. The UN emphasizes transitioning to clean energy.
Ukraine plans to invest $20 billion in renewable energy to reach a 27% share by 2030. This move is in response to energy capacity loss due to the war.
Clean Energy for America endorses Kamala Harris for president, aiming to galvanise support for clean energy candidates in crucial states.
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