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The Group of Seven rich nations on Sunday set big new targets for solar power and offshore wind capacity, agreeing to speed up renewable energy development and move toward a quicker phase-out of fossil fuels.

Reuters

G7 Ministers Agree to Speed up Renewable Energy Development

The Group of Seven rich nations have agreed to speed up the development of renewable energy and called for reduced natural gas consumption as they aim to ramp up the phasing out of fossil fuels, the group said in a communique on Sunday. While members recognized the need to reduce…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Over and Out: Germany Switches off Its Last Nuclear Plants

“Nuclear power, no thanks!” What was once a slogan found on the bumper of many a German car became a reality Saturday, as the country shut down its three remaining nuclear power plants in line with a long-planned transition toward renewable energy. The shutdown of Emsland, Neckarwestheim II and Isar…

Asharq Al-Awsat

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G7 ministers set big new targets for solar and wind capacity

The Group of Seven rich nations on Sunday set big new collective targets for solar power and offshore wind capacity, agreeing to speed up renewable energy development and move toward a quicker phase-out of fossil fuels.

Reuters

Germany pulls the plug on its last nuclear power plants

Germany has shut down its three remaining nuclear power plants in line with a long-planned transition to clean, green renewable energy.

The New Daily

Powering down: Germany's last nuclear plants in final hours

Germany has begun winding down its three remaining nuclear power plants as part of a long-planned transition toward renewable energy

The Independent UK

Spanish industry kicks off EU green hydrogen race

Spain wants to use its plentiful sunshine and wind to be a world leader in the production of “green” hydrogen created exclusively from renewable energy

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G7 energy, environment leaders haggle over climate strategy

Energy and environment ministers of the Group of Seven wealthy nations are meeting in the northern Japanese city of Sapporo to try to forge an agreement on the best way forward in battling climate change

The Independent UK

Mini hydro company raises $18M to generate power in canals

A startup business that places small turbines in irrigation canals to generate electricity has raised $18.4 million to scale up its technology and generate carbon-free hydropower

The Independent UK

‘Change is coming fast’: Oceania outstrips Europe in solar, wind uptake

As the world pushes toward a greener, sustainable future, Australia is making significant strides in transitioning to renewable energy.

The New Daily

Wind and Solar Hit Record 12% of Global Power Generation Last Year

Wind and solar energy represented a record 12% of global electricity generation last year, up from 10% in 2021, a report on Wednesday found. The report by climate and energy independent think tank Ember said last year could have marked peak emissions from the power sector, which is the largest…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Farewell Liddell: what to expect when Australia's oldest coal plant closes

After more than five decades, the last operating units of the Liddell coal-fired power station will close this month. The station’s owner, AGL, is Australia’s largest carbon polluter. Liddell’s closure will reduce the company’s emissions by 17%.

The Conversation

Western Victorian major transmission projects 'monumental mistake', warn energy experts

Energy experts call on state and federal governments and AEMO to scrap major projects planned for Victoria, warning they will lead to higher bills and greater blackout and bushfire risks.

ABC News

ACT does 'innovative' deal to secure $400m big battery

The battery system would help prevent blackouts, the government said.

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Call to outsmart net-zero rivals to win climate dollars

Australia is urged to do more to attract capital for priority industry as the United States and Europe out-muscle the federal government on net-zero tax breaks.

Salon

Clean energy projects for coal towns

The Biden administration wants to give a boost to the fossil fuel "energy communities" of coal country

The Guardian - AU

Victorian government urges more investment in renewables as revived SEC won’t be enough to reach target

Lily D’Ambrosio says less than a quarter of the energy needed will come from the SEC and urges industry to produce remaining 20.5GW

Bangkok Post

The push for clean energy

Using solar energy makes great business sense. Instead of paying high electricity bills, businesses and organisations can lower their operating expenses by turning to clean, reliable solar energy available everywhere the Sun shines.

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Exxon’s Potential Pioneer Deal: Short-Term Gains for Long-Term Pain

Exxon Mobil is hunting for more Permian Basin assets. That’s why informal talks with Pioneer Natural Resources are happening. The move might seem like a natural for XOM, but it could turn out to be one acquisition too many. Here’s why.

The National (Scotland)

Floating solar panels will allow Scotland to 'harness significant energy potential'

SCOTLAND’S first array of floating solar panels will be installed this year as part of a move to generate renewable energy and reduce carbon…

Tribune News Service

Some states want to give you a constitutional right to a clean environment

New Mexico's budget relies heavily on oil and gas revenue, but the state also bears the scars of generations of mining and drilling. So when Antoinette Sedillo Lopez, a former law professor and current Democratic state senator, heard about the movement to add “green amendments” to state constitutions, it seemed…

Bangkok Post

Avaada wins solar farm bid

Global Power Synergy Plc (GPSC), the power generation arm of national oil and gas conglomerate PTT Plc, continues to grow its renewable business in India after its subsidiary Avaada Energy Private (Avaada) won an auction for a 421-megawatt solar farm project in the country.

Bangkok Post

Middle East cleans up its act with renewable push

The Middle East has by far the lowest share of clean power in its electricity mix of all regions, but is starting to change that through hefty increases in renewable energy generation capacity.

ABC News

Mining exploration on the rise in SA as demand grows for materials used in renewable energy technology

As mineral exploration in SA reaches an eight-year high, resources companies are scouring remote parts of the state for commodities needed for lower-emission steelmaking, renewable energy generation and batteries.

The New Daily

Promise of ‘cheaper, cleaner’ energy from new projects

Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek says the government's net-zero emissions plan has led to a boost in investment in Australia's renewable energy sector.

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