Focus on Solar
Washington state’s landmark climate law hangs in the balance in November
A landmark Washington law cutting carbon emissions may be repealed by voters just two years after taking effect.
The renewable energy hidden in our wastewater ponds – here’s how it could work
New Zealand can meet energy and emissions goals by integrating biogas, floating solar, and heat recovery in wastewater systems.
How solar geoengineering could disrupt wind and solar power
While potentially buying time for emissions cuts, solar geoengineering could hinder net-zero efforts by reducing wind and solar energy output.
Countries’ renewable energy plans fall short of target, says IRENA
Governments' renewable energy plans fall 34% short of the U.N. goal to triple capacity by 2030, says an IRENA report.
ScottishPower aims £12bn more at UK clean energy after Labour solar farms row
The investment comes alongside £8 billion from Danish energy giant Orsted and £2.5 billion from offshore wind power firm GreenVolt.
Renewables on track to replace coal in world’s richest countries: Ember
Coal generation in OECD countries has fallen to less than half of its peak in 2007, driven primarily by a significant increase in...
China’s solar goes from supremacy to oversupply
China's solar industry, bolstered by state support, faces challenges from foreign tariffs and intense domestic price competition.
South Africa offers a lesson on how not to shut down a coal plant
South Africa’s Komati coal plant shutdown stalls green transition, leaving jobs lost and renewable projects delayed.
European donors woo South Africa’s sceptical coal belt on green energy
European politicians and diplomats urge South Africa's coal communities to embrace renewables, promising support amid transition fears.
