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25 04 2020 | 12:45

World Bank Initiative Explores Innovative Use and Reuse of Wastewater.

STORY HIGHLIGHTS -The report reflects on the ‘Wastewater: From Waste to Resource’ initiative implemented in the LAC region, arguing lessons learned from this region are applicable globally. -The…

25 04 2020 | 12:43

COVID -19: The global economic outlook and the implications for sustainable finance.

Global co-operation is required for dealing with both a pandemic like COVID-19 and climate change. Environmentalists argue that COVID-19 economic rescue plans must be green to meet requirements for…

25 04 2020 | 12:15

Longi: bifacial half-cell module performance verified

Empirical data from the China Electric Institute (CEI) verified the power generation performance of LONGi’s bifacial half-cell module at its pilot project in Qionghai, Hainan.

25 04 2020 | 12:09

Seven countries submit new 2020 national climate plans (NDCs).

Seven countries have submitted new NDCs so far, including the Marshall Islands, Suriname, Norway, Moldova, Japan, Singapore, and Chile.  Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) are countries'…

25 04 2020 | 12:05

BlackRock launches sustainable investing-focused impact fund.

BlackRock has launched a new Global Impact Fund which enables investors to direct finance towards companies that are supporting the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As the world’s largest…

23 04 2020 | 08:27

UN Secretary-General Earth Day message.

New York, 22 April 2020  

22 04 2020 | 07:47

The energy sector in transition: 27 - 29 October 2020.

Despite the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic and the imposition of lockdowns in many countries, work is continuing on developing the programme of Enlit Europe. There have been several significant and…

21 04 2020 | 10:51

IRENA’s Global Renewables Outlook: Renewable energy can support resilient and equitable recovery.

IRENA’s first Global Renewables Outlook shows decarbonisation of the energy system supports short-term recovery while creating resilient and inclusive economies and societies

19 04 2020 | 07:48

Siemens and Uniper join forces for ‘green hydrogen’ project.

Siemens has signed an agreement with Uniper for the development of green hydrogen. d cooperation is the production and use of “green hydrogen”. The companies intend to implement projects in this…

19 04 2020 | 07:37

Governor signs legislation mandating transition to 100% renewable energy in Virginia.

Virginia’s governor has signed into law targets for over 21GW of renewable generation and more than 3GW of energy storage as part of new measures which will require electricity to come from 100%…

19 04 2020 | 07:29

Five ways to take Climate Action while stuck at home.

While we’re all staying in to do our part to fight the spread of the coronavirus, there’s still plenty you can do to advocate for a better, healthier, more sustainable tomorrow. Here at Climate…

19 04 2020 | 07:11

Zimbabwe’s energy-starved fuel stations turn to solar.

As power cuts take their toll on Zimbabwe’s economy, private companies are finding innovative solutions to keep their businesses going.  The whirring sound of a diesel generator starts another day…

15 04 2020 | 08:42

New California battery storage project aims to cut need for gas peaking plants.

Big things are happening in California this week. In the political sphere, Gov. Gavin Newsom is invoking the powers of a “nation-state” to provide life-saving medical supplies that the federal…

13 04 2020 | 07:52

Climate Week NYC to go ahead in 2020 as organisers announce new virtual platform: 21-27 September 2020

Climate Week NYC will still go ahead in September 2020 with launch of new virtual platform. The Climate Group, has announced that Climate Week NYC will not be postponed and will take place as…

13 04 2020 | 07:49

Africa’s green renewal gathers pace.

Despite myriad challenges, Africa’s uptake of renewable energy is belatedly moving in the right direction. David Thomas examines how the exciting potential of new technologies is making progress in…

13 04 2020 | 07:30

Strength seen in global wind-power supply chain.

The increasing demand for energy worldwide and traditional energy independence due to volatile oil prices is encouraging governments throughout the world to harness the potential of renewable energy…

13 04 2020 | 07:25

Scientists create mutant enzyme that recycles plastic bottles in hours.

A mutant bacterial enzyme that breaks down plastic bottles for recycling in hours has been created by scientists. The enzyme, originally discovered in a compost heap of leaves, reduced the bottles…

11 04 2020 | 14:43

6th ARE Energy Access Investment Forum New dates: 23-24 September 2020.

The Alliance for Rural Electrification (ARE) is excited to announce that the postponed 

11 04 2020 | 14:00

AFRICA: Afsia launches awards for solar innovation

The African Solar Industry Association (AFSIA) plans to award its new AFSIA Solar Awards on July 2, 2020 in Madrid, Spain. These are several awards that recognise innovation in the solar sector in…

11 04 2020 | 02:39

WindEurope Financing and Investment Trends: Onshore wind gets strong support as Europe raises €13bn for financing of new onshore projects in 2019.

Europe saw €19bn of new wind farm investments confirmed in 2019, according to WindEurope’s annual “Financing and Investment Trends” published on 7 April. A further €33bn were invested in the…