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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.

Aerial view of blue solar panels arranged in parallel rows across dark ground as part of a solar farm (from above).
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SKKU publishes report on technological advances and research trends in perovskite solar cells

6 months ago6 months ago5 mins

Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) has announced the publication of a comprehensive report analysing technological advancements and global research trends in perovskite…

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Aerial view of a large industrial roof covered with solar panels, surrounded by green fields and roads around.
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Solnet Group completes three onsite solar installations for Amazon in Germany

6 months ago6 months ago3 mins

Solnet Group has installed three onsite solar projects at Amazon sites across Germany, in Achim, Sindelfingen and Gattendorf. The projects,…

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Activist group 350.org has said that while the announcement of a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran is welcome, 'fossilflation' – inflation caused by the rising price of oil and gas – is likely to continue.
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Governments need to use oil and gas price rises to ‘double down’ on renewables, says 350.org

6 months ago6 months ago4 mins

Activist group 350.org has said that while the announcement of a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran is…

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Managing director of UK renewable energy company, Geo Green Power, James Cunningham.
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Green tech leader says investment in renewables can be the key to UK energy security

6 months ago6 months ago9 mins

In a recent corporate statement, the managing director of UK renewable energy company Geo Green Power, James Cunningham (pictured), has…

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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

6 months ago6 months ago5 mins

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

6 months ago6 months ago3 mins

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

6 months ago6 months ago3 mins

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

6 months ago6 months ago4 mins

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

6 months ago6 months ago6 mins

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

6 months ago6 months ago3 mins

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

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