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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.

More than half (54%) of the European Union's electricity requirements came from renewable energy sources in the second half of this year, new data has shown.
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Over half of the EU’s electricity came from renewable sources in Q2 2025

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More than half (54%) of the European Union’s electricity requirements came from renewable energy sources in the second half of…

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Total Energies has sold 50% of its 1.4 gigawatt solar portfolio in North America to investment firm KKR, in a deal worth $1.25 billion.
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TotalEnergies offloads 50% stake in North American solar portfolio

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TotalEnergies has sold 50% of its 1.4 gigawatt solar portfolio in North America to investment firm KKR, in a deal…

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Irish solar power producer Power Capital Renewable Energy (PCRE) has secured a financing facility of up to €323 million, led by Eiffel Investment Group.
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Power Capital secures financing facility from Eiffel Investment Group

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Irish solar power producer Power Capital Renewable Energy (PCRE) has secured a financing facility of up to €323 million, led…

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Clean and renewable energy sources providing EU electricity market stability

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The shift towards clean and renewable energy helped drive average wholesale electricity prices down to €82/MWh in the EU last…

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Food giant Mars Snacking has announced that all ten of its production facilities in Europe are now powered by renewable energy.
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Mars Snacking’s European facilities now fully powered by renewable energy

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Food giant Mars Snacking has announced that all ten of its production facilities in Europe are now powered by renewable…

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A new study by the Business & Human Rights Resource Centre has revealed a mixed picture when it comes to human rights in the renewable energy sector, however it added that most firms are resisting 'enormous pressures to ditch progressive measures'.
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Renewable energy firms ranked on human rights policies and practices

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A new study by the Business & Human Rights Resource Centre has revealed a mixed picture when it comes to…

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Ørsted reports 'strategic progress' in first-half results
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Offshore wind giant Ørsted seeks to strengthen capital structure

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Ørsted, one of the world’s biggest developers and operators of offshore wind farms, has announced the launch of a rights…

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Snacking giant Mars, Incorporated has unveiled a new programme, Renewable Acceleration, which has been developed to 'speed up the shift from fossil fuels to clean energy', the company said in a statement.
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Mars launches new renewable energy strategy

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Snacking giant Mars, Incorporated has unveiled a new programme, Renewable Acceleration, which has been developed to ‘speed up the shift…

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Ireland's Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment has published a National Designated Maritime Area Plan (DMAP) Proposal to determine the future development and management of offshore renewable energy resources off the country's coast.
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Irish government publishes National DMAP Proposal to progress offshore renewable energy agenda

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Ireland’s Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment has published a National Designated Maritime Area Plan (DMAP) Proposal to determine…

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Image courtesy Power Capital Renewable Energy.
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Omnes and Infranity announce strategic partnership with Power Capital Renewable Energy

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Omnes Capital and Infranity have announced a new strategic equity partnership with independent Irish solar producer Power Capital Renewable Energy….

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