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Renewables

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.

The continued growth of data centres in the UK – which, according to a recent article in The Times, may require up to 40% more energy than previously forecasted – needs to be met with greater investment in sustainable energy infrastructure, rather than resorting to fossil fuels, industry experts have said.
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AI hyperscalers driving unprecedented demand for renewable energy: S&P Global

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The rapid expansion of AI, driven by hyperscalers such as Amazon, Google, Meta and Microsoft, is leading to unprecedented demand…

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TotalEnergies and Masdar have signed a binding agreement to establish a $2.2 billion joint venture aimed at expanding renewable energy capacity in nine countries across Asia.
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TotalEnergies, Masdar sign agreement to expand renewable energy across Asia

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TotalEnergies and Masdar have signed a binding agreement to establish a $2.2 billion joint venture aimed at expanding renewable energy…

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The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has approved a $5.65 million reimbursable grant from the Sustainable Energy Fund for Africa (SEFA) to finance renewable energy projects in 14 African countries: Burundi, Central African Republic, Chad, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, and Uganda.
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AfDB approves funding for renewable energy projects in 14 African countries

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The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has approved a $5.65 million reimbursable grant from the Sustainable Energy Fund for Africa…

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New solar, wind and battery capacity additions 'swamped' those of fossil fuels and nuclear power in the United States last year, according to a review of Energy Information Administration (EIA) data by the SUN DAY Campaign.
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Trump administration has ‘utterly failed’ to halt the growth of renewables, says SUN DAY Campaign

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New solar, wind and battery capacity additions ‘swamped’ those of fossil fuels and nuclear power in the United States last…

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The UK government has announced that 'plug-in' solar panels will be available in retailers within months, offering households an opportunity to reduce their energy bills and reliance on fossil fuels.
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UK to make ‘plug-in’ solar panels available within months

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The UK government has announced that ‘plug-in’ solar panels will be available in retailers within months, offering households an opportunity…

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Statkraft has activates two solar projects in Ireland, at Clonfad and Irishtown, taking its total installed solar capacity in the country to over 560 MW.
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Statkraft activates two major solar projects in Ireland

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Statkraft has activated two solar projects in Ireland, at Clonfad and Irishtown, taking its total installed solar capacity in the…

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Total Energies and Holcim have inaugurated what they say is Europe's largest floating solar power plant dedicated to self-consumption, in Obourg, Belgium.
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TotalEnergies, Holcim inaugurate Europe’s largest floating solar power installation

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TotalEnergies and Holcim have inaugurated what they say is Europe’s largest floating solar power plant dedicated to self-consumption, in Obourg,…

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Renewable energy accounted for 47.3% of the European Union's electricity in 2025, new data from Eurostat has found.
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Renewable energy accounted for close to half Europe’s electricity last year

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Renewable energy accounted for 47.3% of the European Union’s electricity in 2025, new data from Eurostat has found. This marks…

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The European Investment Bank (EIB) has announced a €260 million investment in Ireland's solar energy sector, including a €100 million project finance loan to Dolmen Solar, a subsidiary of Power Capital Renewable Energy.
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European Investment Bank backs €260 million solar investment in Ireland

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The European Investment Bank (EIB) has announced a €260 million investment in Ireland’s solar energy sector, including a €100 million…

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Global renewable energy installed capacity is set to expand rapidly over the coming years, doubling from 4.1TW in 2025 to 8.4TW by 2031, according to new analysis from GlobalData.
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Global renewable energy installed capacity to double by 2031

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Global renewable energy installed capacity is set to expand rapidly over the coming years, doubling from 4.1TW in 2025 to…

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