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Renewable energy is generated from naturally replenishing sources such as solar, wind, hydropower, geothermal energy and sustainable biomass. Unlike fossil fuels, renewable energy produces significantly lower greenhouse gas emissions and plays a central role in the transition to a low-carbon economy. As governments and businesses work towards net zero targets, investment in renewable energy has become a key driver of decarbonisation, energy security and long-term corporate sustainability.

SustainabilityOnline reports on the latest developments in renewable energy, including solar power, wind energy, battery storage, clean energy investment, energy transition and climate policy. We explore how organisations are increasing renewable electricity use, investing in low-carbon technologies, improving energy efficiency and responding to changing sustainability regulations. We also examine developments in corporate power purchase agreements (PPAs), grid infrastructure, sustainable transport, industrial decarbonisation and the role of renewable energy in achieving net zero ambitions.

Related topics: renewable energy, solar energy, wind energy, hydropower, geothermal energy, biomass, clean energy, energy transition, decarbonisation, net zero, battery storage, energy efficiency, power purchase agreements (PPAs), climate policy, greenhouse gas emissions, sustainable infrastructure, corporate sustainability and ESG reporting.

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Equinix signs renewable energy Power Purchase Agreement in Singapore

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Data centre giant Equinix has signed a new renewable energy Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Flo Energy Singapore, which will…

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The environmental benefits of renewable energy depend on when and where electricity is generated, a new study by researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder has suggested.
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Environmental benefits of renewable energy can vary based on when and where it is generated

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The environmental benefits of renewable energy depend on when and where electricity is generated, a new study by researchers at…

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SMA Solar Technology AG, also known as SMA Group, has reported €65.9 million in EBITDA, before one-time effects, in the first half of its financial year, up from €50.3 million the previous year.
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Solar energy firm SMA Group sees profits increase in first half

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SMA Solar Technology AG, also known as SMA Group, has reported €65.9 million in EBITDA, before one-time effects, in the…

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Offshore wind giant Ørsted reports ‘strategic progress’ in first-half results

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Offshore wind developer Ørsted has reported a 8% increase in EBITDA, excluding new partnerships and cancellation fees, in the first…

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Wind turbine manufacturer Vestas sees revenue up 26.1% in second quarter

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Wind turbine manufacturer Vestas Wind Systems A/S has reported revenue of €4.7 billion in the second quarter of its financial…

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The launch of the inaugural offshore wind tender in Türkiye is significant, and could 'reshape its power-generation mix, unlock vast investments, and accelerate its clean-energy trajectory', GlobalData has said.
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Offshore wind tender could ‘reshape’ Türkiye’s power generation mix

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The launch of the inaugural offshore wind tender in Türkiye is significant, and could ‘reshape its power-generation mix, unlock vast…

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NTT DATA has announced a long-term strategic partnership with energy company ENGIE aimed at providing renewable and low-carbon energy to its global data centre network.
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NTT DATA, ENGIE partner on renewable energy project for data centres

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NTT DATA has announced a long-term strategic partnership with energy company ENGIE, aimed at providing renewable and low-carbon energy to…

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While developing a solar project has never been cheaper, ensuring long-term financial returns is a more complex challenge
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Financial success of solar projects increasingly dependent on storage solutions

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While developing a solar project has never been cheaper, ensuring long-term financial returns is a more complex challenge, according to…

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TotalEnergies has announced the acquisition of Shell's onshore renewables business in Europe, which comprises 4GW worth of renewable energy assets.
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TotalEnergies acquires Shell’s onshore renewables business in Europe

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TotalEnergies has announced the acquisition of Shell’s onshore renewables business in Europe, which comprises 4GW worth of renewable energy assets….

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EDP Renewables has reported recurring net profit of €183 million for the six months to June 2026, a 33% increase on the same period a year ago, it said in its half-year report.
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Wind energy producer EDP Renewables sees profit, capacity growth up in first half

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EDP Renewables has reported recurring net profit of €183 million for the six months to June 2026, a 33% increase…

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