Tag: Solar Power
Economic hard landing requires smart decisions, says WEF president
World Economic Forum President Børge Brende has warned that the economy is facing a hard landing but there were opportunities to learn from the past and make smart decisions.
Could Africa solve climate change?
At the recent US-Africa Business Summit, the AfDB president called for investment in Africa not to help Africa, but to solve the world’s net zero challenge. So, how crucial could Africa be in tackling climate change?
IEA says solar supply chain is too concentrated in China
A new International Energy Agency (IEA) report welcomes Chinese investment in bringing down global solar power costs but warns of risks with more than 90% of some components produced only in China.
AfDB president calls on Europe to harness African energy
As EU nations return to coal amid concerns about Russian gas, Dr Akinwumi Adesina points out great energy opportunities in Africa if finance can be raised.
BP to take 30% stake in Asian Renewable Energy Hub
Reports emerging from Australia suggest UK-based oil giant will invest in what potentially the world’s largest renewable energy project.
Earth Day: 2022 marks watershed for climate change
Climate change will now rise above 1.5°C but the launch of global verification of green infrastructure, and fast-rises in renewable energy and sustainable finance offer hope
German coalition deal means radical energy decarbonisation
Traffic light coalition plans large-scale investment, regulatory change and 80% sustainable energy by 2030.
Renewables revolution in the Middle East and North Africa?
What is actually happening in the fast-growing Middle East and North Africa renewables sector?
Middle East and North Africa set for energy investment boom
New APICORP report suggests investments will exceed $800bn over next five years, including a huge expansion in renewables.
IEA commends Spain’s energy transformation policies
New review commends national ambition but warns transport and construction must improve.