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‘Clean power meets all increases in global electricity demand’: Renewable energy finally overtakes coal as the world’s main source of electricity

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Ember graph of global power generation showing renewable energy surpassing coal

Renewable energy now accounts for more of the world’s electricity than coal It accounts for 33.8% of electricity generation compared to 33% for coal. Solar power is meeting 75% of the world’s electricity demand growth and is a key driver here. Sustainability Week 2026 This article is part of a series of sustainability-themed articles we’re … Read more

Green hydrogen is making a comeback amid the global energy crisis | Oil Price.com

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Green hydrogen is making a comeback amid the global energy crisis | Oil Price.com

The global energy crisis has reshaped global energy priorities seemingly overnight. The Strait of Hormuz has been closed to virtually all commercial traffic for more than a month, severely restricting global oil and gas flows. As a result, global energy prices have soared, supplies have tightened, and many countries are scrambling to find alternative energy … Read more

How these three countries rapidly built up renewable energy | CBC News

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listen to this article Estimated 5 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations may occur. We work with our partners to continually review and improve our results. Reducing fossil fuels and expanding renewable energy may seem like a slow and difficult transition in Canada, but there are countries around … Read more

How new emissions regulations will impact the clean energy industry | Trellis

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How new emissions regulations will impact the clean energy industry | Trellis

The opinions expressed here by Trellis’ professional contributors are their own and not those of Trellis.. Never in my life have I struggled with energy so much. The US war with Iran and the surge in domestic electricity demand are disrupting energy politics and markets alike. But the confusion has obscured a remarkable success story … Read more

Mr Port: Mr Burgum is right to support the removal of preferential treatment for renewable energy.

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MINOT — It was grotesque to watch as Doug Burgum degraded himself, sacrificing his ideals and legacy on the altar of ambition, running a bizarre campaign for president and positioning himself among the yes-men surrounding President Donald Trump. But the former governor and current Secretary of the Interior isn’t wrong about federal energy policy. Mr. … Read more

6 US cities powered exclusively by renewable energy sources like wind, solar and hydropower | World News – Times of India

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6 U.S. cities powered entirely by renewable energy sources like wind, solar, and hydropower

The transition to using sustainable energy sources is a major change in the U.S. energy system. A small number of emerging towns and cities across the country are beginning to successfully incorporate renewable energy sources into their electricity supply as part of an effort to reduce dependence on fossil fuels. These towns and cities are … Read more

Channel Seven’s spotlight on clean energy issues ignores basic facts and basic journalistic standards. temperature check

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Channel Seven's spotlight on clean energy issues ignores basic facts and basic journalistic standards. temperature check

To recover cobalt “for a renewable green dream,” children sift through mud, workers drop claustrophobic hand-dug shafts, men grimace, some barefoot and carve rocks with chisels. These were the dramatic scenes from the Democratic Republic of Congo on Channel 7’s Spotlight program Special Investigations, which aired in prime time on Sunday evening. What followed was … Read more

Ranked: EU countries with the cleanest energy mix and can save you more than 58% on your bill

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Relocation to Venice 'may be necessary' if sea levels continue to rise

EU countries with the cleanest energy mix will help cushion the rise in oil and gas prices, as the war with Iran highlights the true costs of fossil fuel dependence. advertisement advertisement Within two days of the strike in the Middle East, Dutch TTF (benchmark pan-European wholesale gas prices) prices soared 68% to €52.8 per … Read more

Despite the Hormuz crisis, fossil fuel power generation declines due to the entry of renewable energy

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Relocation to Venice 'may be necessary' if sea levels continue to rise

Release date 20/04/2026 – 7:02 GMT+2•updated 7:35 According to one source, the predicted “coal revival” due to the energy crisis caused by the Iran war did not materialize. report By the Center for Energy and Clean Air Research (CREA). advertisement advertisement CREA analyzed countries that disclose near-real-time electricity data and found that coal-fired power generation … Read more

UK renewable energy glut | Oil Price.com

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UK renewable energy glut | Oil Price.com

The UK has rapidly expanded its deployment of new renewable energy in recent years and is now at a point where it has some headroom during peak production times. The UK is gradually increasing battery storage, but the government is encouraging consumers to use more electricity at certain times of the day to shift reliance … Read more