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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.

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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.

Scottish Secretary Ian Murray has described the switching on of the Moray West offshore wind farm, located off the coast of Buckie, as a "huge moment" for renewable energy generation in Scotland and the broader UK.
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Switching on of Moray West offshore windfarm a ‘huge moment’

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Scottish Secretary Ian Murray has described the switching on of the Moray West offshore windfarm, located off the coast of…

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Irish craft brewer Rye River Brewing Company has announced that it plans to power its entire operation with renewable energy sourced from Beale Hill wind farm in Listowel Co. Kerry.
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Rye River Brewing Company to power entire operation with wind energy

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Irish craft brewer Rye River Brewing Company has announced that it plans to power its entire operation with renewable energy…

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The Irish government has said that the country made 'major progress' in accelerating both onshore and offshore renewable energy last year.
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Ireland can generate an additional 6,000 MW of onshore wind energy

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A new study by Wind Energy Ireland has found that Ireland could potentially generate an additional 6,000 MW of onshore…

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Global corporate funding in the solar energy sector totalled $4.8 billion in the first quarter of this year, according to new data from Mercom Capital Group.
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Corporate funding in the solar sector totalled $4.8bn in Q1

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Global corporate funding in the solar energy sector totalled $4.8 billion in the first quarter of this year, according to…

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Carlsberg Sweden has teamed up with freight technology firm Einride to unveil a limited-edition, alcohol-free 'Electric Beer', which is brewed entirely with 100% renewable energy and transported by using electric freight transport.
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Carlsberg, Einride launch limited-edition ‘Electric Beer’

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Carlsberg Sweden has teamed up with freight technology firm Einride to unveil a limited-edition, alcohol-free ‘Electric Beer’, which is brewed…

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EirGrid, the operator and developer of Ireland’s electricity grid, Enterprise Ireland and IDA Ireland have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) committing to deepen cooperation and collaboration relating to the development of Ireland's offshore wind sector.
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EirGrid, Enterprise Ireland, and IDA Ireland sign MoU on offshore wind development

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EirGrid, the operator and developer of Ireland’s electricity grid, Enterprise Ireland and IDA Ireland have signed a Memorandum of Understanding…

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Polyvantis has announced the commissioning of a major solar energy project at its Weiterstadt manufacturing facility in Germany, with a new installation that will produce around 3.3 GWh of clean energy.
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Polyvantis announces major solar energy project in Germany

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Polyvantis has announced the commissioning of a major solar energy project at its Weiterstadt manufacturing facility in Germany, with a…

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Global renewable energy capacity rose 15.1% to 4,448 GW by the end of last year, a new report by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) has found.
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Global renewable energy capacity rose 15.1% last year

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Global renewable energy capacity rose 15.1% to 4,448 GW by the end of last year, a new report by the…

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Ørsted has announced the completion of the first phase of its Bahren West onshore wind project in Germany, and unveiled plans for phase two of the project.
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Ørsted announces next stage in Bahren West wind farm development

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Ørsted has announced the completion of the first phase of its Bahren West onshore wind project in Germany, and unveiled…

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Enerparc AG has announced it has secured funds to support the construction of a 400 MWp pipeline of ground-mounted solar PV projects in Germany.
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Enerparc secures financing package for solar developments in Germany

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Enerparc AG has announced it has secured funds to support the construction of a 400 MWp pipeline of ground-mounted solar…

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