We are getting details from more and more countries about their plans for a sustainable energy transition. We have had some indications of changes in Saudi Arabia, but Anthony Dipaola writes on the Bloomberg with more information of the Saudi plans to significantly deploy renewable energy. Saudis Kick Off $50 Billion Renewable Energy Plan … Continue reading Energy transition also underway in Saudi Arabia
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Issues related to the energy transition in the state of Ohio
It is always instructive to follow sustainable energy developments in cities and regions. Bob Brecha, a professor of Physics and Renewable and Clean Energy at the University of Dayton, and Research Director at UD's Hanley Sustainability Institute, provides a good overview on the WYSO website of important issues related to the state’s energy transition. As … Continue reading Issues related to the energy transition in the state of Ohio
Philippines’ move towards sustainable energy
It is important to follow developments in other countries. Pete H. Maniego writes a well-documented article on the INQUIRER.net website from the Philippines about the country’s push on renewable energy. Towards industrialization powered by renewable energy The Climate Change Commission (CCC) conducted a public consultation on its proposed Energy Policy Review Inception Report last … Continue reading Philippines’ move towards sustainable energy
Impact of renewable energy in Germany’s energy transition
Our energy sectors are complex and the conventional fuel industries are having to face the energy transition. Jason Karaian writes on the qz.com website about the impact that the shift to renewables is having on fossil fuel producers in Germany. Germany’s renewable energy boom is making life miserable for fossil-fuel producers Last year at … Continue reading Impact of renewable energy in Germany’s energy transition
Renewables the leader in clean energy investments in Australia
It is never easy following Australia’s energy policies. The prime minister considers coal the new clean energy. It’s not obvious to most EiD readers. Kane Thornton, chief executive of the Clean Energy Council, writes on the Australian Financial Review website that renewables will still be in the lead. The issues raised in Australia will rise … Continue reading Renewables the leader in clean energy investments in Australia
Powering train networks through renewable energy
Leo Murray writes in The Guardian how electric trains are by far the best long distance transport mode when it comes to carbon emissions – at least when their electricity comes from renewable sources like solar or wind. Solar-powered trains are closer to reality than we might think How can we connect solar photovoltaics … Continue reading Powering train networks through renewable energy
Energy transition in Malta includes a renewable future
With Malta having the rotating presidency of the European Council it is useful to also review its approach to renewable energy. Fredrick Azzopardi, executive chairman of the energy utility Enemalta, writes in the Times of Malta about the renewable energy ambitions of the country. Renewable energy ambitions Enemalta plc is leading the way in … Continue reading Energy transition in Malta includes a renewable future
Renewable heat scheme causes big political problems in Northern Ireland
It is not very often that a sustainable energy programme brings down a government, but it happened recently in Northern Ireland. It shows that you cannot give too much importance to good design and good implementation. Gareth McKeown writes in the Irish News about some of the complications. It would be good for an EiD … Continue reading Renewable heat scheme causes big political problems in Northern Ireland
This week’s briefs
There are some good news items this week for EiD readers. • European Energy Efficiency Conference in March The Austrian OÖ Energiesparverband is hosting the "European Energy Efficiency Conference", which will be held on 1-3 March in Wels, Austria in the context of the annual World Sustainable Energy Days (WSED)! The conference programme is … Continue reading This week’s briefs
With China doing well, countries such as the United States and Canada are starting to realise they are falling far behind
It is always a good time to take stock of progress in the sustainable energy transition. Shawn McCarthy writes a good article in The Globe and Mail about how countries such as the US and Canada need a clear and aggressive strategy in the battle for the manufacturing and services businesses that support renewable energy. … Continue reading With China doing well, countries such as the United States and Canada are starting to realise they are falling far behind
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