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COP29: Climate Financing Set as a Priority
The United Nations Climate Change Conference 2024 (COP29) opened on November 11 in the capital of Azerbaijan, Baku, and will last until November 22. On the first day of the Conference, the COP29 Green Zone was opened to visitors. It…
The World’s Largest Lightweight and Circular Solar Power Plant Opened in Belgium
In the municipality of Genk, Belgium, the world’s largest circular and lightweight solar installation was presented, located on the roof of the SABIC company. This unique solar system generates 2,000 MWh of electricity annually, enough to meet the average annual…
Geopolitical tensions are laying bare fragilities in the global energy system
Regional conflicts and geopolitical strains are highlighting significant fragilities in today’s global energy system, making clear the need for stronger policies and greater investments to accelerate and expand the transition to cleaner and more secure technologies, according to the IEA’s…
Marked Increase in EU Exports of Recyclables in 2023
In 2023, the EU exported 8.5 million tonnes of recyclable products (paper, plastic and glass) to extra-EU countries, a 34 percent increase from 2022 (6.4 million tonnes), while imports dropped by 19 percent to 3.2 million tonnes, down from 4.0…
Challenges and Opportunities of Renewable Energy by 2030
Countries around the world have recognized the urgent need to increase the capacity of renewable energy sources (RES). It is predicted that, thanks to supportive policies and favorable economic conditions, global RES capacities will rise by the end of this…
Bulgaria and the USA Expand Cooperation on Building a New Nuclear Power Plant in Kozloduy
Bulgaria and the United States have announced the expansion of an intergovernmental agreement on energy cooperation, which will include the construction of a new nuclear power plant in Kozloduy, as well as the development of Bulgaria’s civil nuclear program. This…
Highest Annual Growth of Renewables Jobs in 2023, Reaching 16.2 Million
2023 saw the highest ever increase in renewable energy jobs, from 13.7 million in 2022 to 16.2 million, according to the newly released Renewable Energy and Jobs – Annual Review 2024 by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and the…