Focus on Solar
Octopus Energy to invest $2.7 billion in UK clean energy
UK's Octopus Energy announced on Thursday it will invest £2 billion ($2.7 billion) in British clean energy projects by 2030.
More firm clean power needed to hit California climate goals, Edison Intl. CEO says
California needs firm clean energy, like geothermal and gas with carbon capture, to meet its 2045 zero-emissions goal.
Scotland and GB Energy discuss ‘unrivalled opportunity’ for renewables
Scotland's First Minister, Mr Swinney, said the government will work constructively with GB Energy to revive the country's renewable potential.
GB Energy announcement welcomed as Starmer urged to ‘accelerate’ action
The announcement of GB Energy being based in Aberdeen has been welcomed, as ministers were urged to “accelerate” the creation of the agency....
Australia’s Macquarie to take minority stake in D.E. Shaw’s green energy arm for up to $1.73 billion
Macquarie Group is investing up to $1.73 billion for a minority stake in D.E. Shaw's green energy arm, signaling strong demand for renewable...
Brookfield sells Saeta renewable power business to Masdar for US$1.4B
TORONTO — Brookfield Renewable and its institutional partners have signed an agreement to sell its Saeta Yield renewable energy business in Europe to...
Record renewables growth fuels cost competitiveness: IRENA report
Over 75% of 2023's new renewable energy was cheaper than fossil fuels, highlighting its growing global competitiveness.
Battery storage, grids needed to deliver UN goal to triple renewable energy, IEA says
The IEA says tripling global renewable energy by 2030 is feasible but requires rapid grid expansion and storage upgrades.
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband pledges to lift millions out of fuel poverty
Labour’s warm homes plan aims to make properties across the country cheaper to run by rolling out solar panels on rooftops.
