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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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A construction site in Germany that's reusing old materials.

First materials register for entire German building stock lays foundation for circular construction

The database could provide an important foundation for increasing the rate of reuse and recycling of construction materials.
A graphic of a wind turbine and solar panels generating renewable energy

Clean sources made up 41% of the world’s electricity mix in 2024

Solar's share of the overall mix reached 6.9%, up from just 0.8% in 2014.
A sunset scene in California, with solar panels on a lifeguard hut

Clean sources produce over 50% of US electricity for the first month on record

Solar generation was up 37% in March 2025 compared to a year before, while wind power increased 12%. Fossil generation fell.
A shack in an informal settlement with a solar panel on the roof.

In numbers: Africa’s off-grid solar revolution is boosting electricity access

Mini-grids and household solar solutions now account for more than half of all new electricity connections in sub-Saharan Africa.
A graphic of Europe with wind and solar energy installations. The region is moving quickly to renewable energy.

Europe’s emissions from generating electricity slide (again) in 2024

Emissions from power plants declined 16.5% last year, following a 25% slide in 2023, amid a rapid coal phase-out.
A graphic showing the flag of China with an electricity bolt to depict the country's success in electrification, EVs and renewable energy.

In numbers: China hits fresh milestones in its energy transition

Wind and solar have overtaken thermal plants (coal, gas, oil, and bioenergy) in terms of generating capacity.
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