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Here’s how the world’s biggest heat pump will work
Powered by renewables, the heat pump will produce low-emissions steam for chemical manufacturing.
How these countries are unlocking hidden grid capacity to speed up the energy transition
If the world is to meet key climate targets — like tripling renewable energy capacity by 2030 — grid-enhancing technologies will likely play an important role.
Cape Town’s iconic Bree Street trials car-free Sundays
The road, which was recently ranked the 11th “coolest” street in the world by Time Out magazine, will be closed off to cars every Sunday until March 2025.
New York City’s new solar-powered school buses will support the grid too
Four electric buses fitted with rooftop solar panels are already operational under a joint venture between Con Edison and First Student.
A how-to guide for climate tech start-ups
The playbook is based on an analysis of what worked for thousands of start-ups in the sector.
These countries are leading the way to 100% renewable electricity
At least 14 countries are on track to get more than half of their electricity from wind and solar by 2030.
World nearly on track to triple renewables by 2030 — IEA
Based on these trends, renewables will generate close to half of global electricity by 2030, up from slightly over 30% today.
Global energy emissions to peak this year, says DNV
However, energy-related emissions will likely fall just 5% by 2030, compared with 2023 levels.
UK grid operator to expand demand flexibility programme to accelerate decarbonisation
Homes and businesses will be paid to cut their electricity consumption when the system is tight all year round — rather than during winter alone.
Portugal’s gas consumption slides as renewables dominate power generation
Portugal’s total gas consumption was down 23% in the first nine months of 2024.