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A photo of a wind farm off the coast of Copenhagen, Denmark.

Lessons from Denmark – the world leader in climate action

The pioneer of commercial wind energy says it will reduce emissions by at least 82% by 2035, relative to 1990 levels.

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The pace of the global energy transition has been vastly underestimated, RMI analysis shows

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Renewables meet 82% of Portugal’s electricity needs in first half of 2024

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The EU got more than 50% of its electricity from renewables in first half of 2024

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Renewables will overtake coal as world’s biggest power source next year — IEA

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Shellfish shells being turned into concrete

A new solution for flood-prone cities? Concrete made from shellfish waste

When crushed, scallop and whelk shells produce an ideal shape that enhances the porosity of pervious concrete.
A photo of an emissions-intensive factory in Germany.

Germany awards first ‘climate contracts’ to slash industrial emissions

Fifteen industrial companies will receive compensation for the extra costs needed to substantially reduce emissions.
A photo of agricultural land where pesticides are used.

Spanish researchers find way to filter pesticides from agricultural runoff

The solution could remove at least 50-60% of pollutants that would otherwise enter the sea.
A photo of offshore wind turbines generating renewable electricity.

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.
A coal-fired power plant spewing pollution into the air.

Global energy emissions to peak this year, says DNV

However, energy-related emissions will likely fall just 5% by 2030, compared with 2023 levels.
An aerial photo of London, the UK, at night, with lots of power being used.

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.
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