Poland and Ukraine are increasing this year’s production of thermal coal, the most polluting fossil fuel, preparing for colder months as Europe grapples with an energy security crisis exacerbated by the war in Ukraine. Thermal coal use as fuel for... 

The G7 has an opportunity to lead the global energy markets towards net zero emissions by 2050. In June 2021, the G7 Leaders committed to “net zero no later than 2050” and to “lead a technology-driven transition to net zero, supported by relevant... 

The current challenges regarding energy security, energy prices and the cost of living have intersected with the climate crisis to remind us that energy efficiency is more indispensable than ever. The cleanest, cheapest, most reliable source of energy... 

Carbon pricing, whether through trading or taxes, is considered one of the most important policies to reduce emissions. A price on carbon increases the operating costs of high carbon fuels relative to lower-carbon alternatives. This post introduces an... 

Rolls-Royce’s all-electric aircraft “Spirit of Innovation” made history as the fastest electric aircraft in the world by breaking 3 new world records. Having successfully completed the record attempt, the aircraft successfully broke... 

Behavioral changes that affect the way people use energy have also become essential to achieving net zero emissions by 2050. In the IEA’s Net Zero Emissions Scenario (NZE) to 2050, we need an energy sector that is both decarbonised and capable of... 

IRENA’s first Global Renewables Outlook shows decarbonisation of the energy system supports short-term recovery while creating resilient and inclusive economies and societies. Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 20 April 2020 — Advancing the renewables-based... 

Growing climate change fears and falling costs will drive the uptake of clean technologies this year. What does 2020 hold for the low-carbon economy? Every year, the clean energy analysts at BloombergNEF predict what will happen in energy, transport,... 

The European Union today unveiled a strategy to get its contribution to global climate change down to zero in just 30 years. The EU would be the first major economy to reach such a milestone. However, the proposal faces several hurdles as it makes its...