Desert-based solar energy has emerged as a promising solution for sustainable power generation. In fact, with a vast expanse of available land and abundant sunlight, hot deserts are arguably one of the best places on earth for solar energy production. Solar farms can impact soil health, microclimates, and biodiversity, potentially. . A mere 1. 2% of the Sahara's surface area covered with solar panels could generate enough electricity to meet global energy demands. In this article, we'll explore the science, benefits, challenges, and broader implications of such an initiative.
[pdf] Last Sunday, Argentina marked a milestone in its energy transition: renewable sources supplied 44. 28% of the national electricity demand. 45 quads in 2022, lower than the 3. 5% annual decline in the country's gross domestic product per capita, adjusted for inflation, between 2012 and 2022 (Figure 2). The energy transition (ET), focused on adopting clean energy, could open a door to breaking with an economic model dependent on fossil fuels and raw material exports. By 2023, renewables accounted for 16% of the energy mix, reflecting considerable progress compared to the global. . Renewable energy sources are forecast to account for 55% of the total electricity generation capacity in Argentina by 2035, compared with 37% in 2023, according to GlobalData's power capacity and generation database. GlobalData uses proprietary data and analytics to provide a complete picture of. .
[pdf] On May 22, 2025, the U. House of Representatives advanced its version of the legislation now known as “The One, Big, Beautiful Bill” (the "Bill") by approving tax provisions which, among other things, would substantially scale back various energy tax incentives included within. . On May 22, 2025, the U. To amend title VI of the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 to establish a Federal renewable electricity standard for retail electricity suppliers, and for other purposes.
[pdf] The European Union (EU) has announced a €545m ($638m) package for Africa to support electrification, modernise power grids, expand access to renewable energy,and accelerate the continent's clean-energy transition. Renewables investment in the continent is expected to create 38 million green jobs by 2030. Credit: Anatoliy Cherkas/Shutterstock. 9 million additional people. . A global campaign to mobilise investments for accelerating renewable energy projects in Africa. The EU has led the pledging effort and. . Check out some of the other great posts in this blog.
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