It is encouraging to see the positive steps taken by the South Korean government to create its own Green New Deal. The authors, from Australia, state that Australia has much to learn from South Korea’s effort. Maybe we all do. South Korea’s efforts are discussed in an article on the Conversation website. The authors are: … Continue reading South Korea is using the COVID-19 pandemic crisis to kickstart environmentally sustainable economic growth
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Guidelines and best practices for micro-, small and medium enterprises in delivering energy-efficient products and in providing renewable energy equipment
In response to the Covid-19 crisis, a study Guidelines and Best Practices for micro-, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in delivering energy-efficient products and in providing renewable energy equipment has been developed by the UN-Economic Commission for Europe. It is described in a UN-ECE press release. UNECE guidance for the energy efficiency and renewables … Continue reading Guidelines and best practices for micro-, small and medium enterprises in delivering energy-efficient products and in providing renewable energy equipment
The energy transition: most electric utility companies still stuck in old paradigm
We read about the new approaches taken by electric utilities to make a major contribution to our decarbonisation approaches, but recent analysis shows this is true in only a small percentage of utilities. Jillian Ambrose explains in an article on The Guardian website. Only one in 10 utility firms prioritise renewable electricity – global … Continue reading The energy transition: most electric utility companies still stuck in old paradigm
A team of renewables heavyweights is pushing for a new grid infrastructure to link Europe’s wind and solar resource centres
While doubts remain over linking the continent’s wind and solar resource centres with a brand-new network of superconducting cables, one group is pushing forward for a new grid infrastructure. Jason Deign explains in an article on the Greentech media website. Europe’s Latest Supergrid Plan Could Slash Offshore Wind Transmission Costs A team of renewables … Continue reading A team of renewables heavyweights is pushing for a new grid infrastructure to link Europe’s wind and solar resource centres
Finding the most cost-effective approach to storing renewable energy
While the UK government is correct that the national grid needs more energy storage to support the shift to further renewable energy generation, a focus on building large, expensive batteries isn’t necessarily the answer. Andrew Cruden, Professor of Energy Technology at the University of Southampton explains in an article on The Conversation website. The … Continue reading Finding the most cost-effective approach to storing renewable energy
Bribery arrest in Ohio over bailing out nuclear power plants while gutting renewable energy and energy efficiency support
FBI agents arrested Ohio House Speaker Larry Householder (R) on Tuesday in connection with a $60 million bribery scheme allegedly involving state officials and associates. The charges are linked to a controversial law passed last year, HB-6 , that bailed out two nuclear power plants in the state from utility FirstEnergy Solutions, while gutting subsidies … Continue reading Bribery arrest in Ohio over bailing out nuclear power plants while gutting renewable energy and energy efficiency support
Germany’s energy transition: the role of blockchain in promoting renewable energy technologies
Joao Francisco writes on the Business Blockchain HQ website about how several German companies are using blockchain to help deploy renewable energy in the energy transition to a low-carbon economy. Blockchain Plays Leading Role in Germany’s Renewable Energy Evolution Germany’s renewable energy push is taking shape as the country abandons coal and nuclear-based energy … Continue reading Germany’s energy transition: the role of blockchain in promoting renewable energy technologies
Five major renewable energy associations say a world powered 100% by renewables will only be achieved by greater technological integration
The world’s leading renewable associations have issued a joint statement setting out policy priorities for a green recovery involving accelerated clean energy deployment. It is explained in a news item on the ESI Africa website. International Renewable Energy Alliance pushing for green recovery Under the banner of the International Renewable Energy Alliance (REN Alliance), … Continue reading Five major renewable energy associations say a world powered 100% by renewables will only be achieved by greater technological integration
Three policy trends in China align the corporate renewable energy demand with the goals and incentives of key stakeholders
Cihang Yuan and Daniel Riley of WWF's International Corporate Climate Partnerships write on the Utility Dive website discuss three major policy trends have emerged and show strong potential to enable new market mechanisms that can unlock the pent-up demand of corporate renewable energy buyers. 3 major policy trends to watch for in China's renewable … Continue reading Three policy trends in China align the corporate renewable energy demand with the goals and incentives of key stakeholders
Construction work has begun on what will become the world’s longest electricity interconnector, which will allow clean energy to travel between the UK and Denmark
Harry Cockburn writes on The Independent website about the construction of a major new electricity interconnector between Britain and Denmark. The interconnector is planned to be in service in 2023. Construction begins on world’s longest electricity cable to share clean power between UK and Denmark Construction work has begun on what will become the … Continue reading Construction work has begun on what will become the world’s longest electricity interconnector, which will allow clean energy to travel between the UK and Denmark
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