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It’s finally happened — renewable energy just overtook coal as the world’s main source of electricity as solar growth hits 'the largest ever observed for any source'

Renewable energy overtakes coal as the main source of the world's electricity generation, as thinktank sees a 'shift in the underlying dynamics of the power system'.

TechRadar

‘Important threshold crossed’ as renewables meet world’s energy demands and fossil power drops

Countries continue to turn to renewables for national security despite Trump's attacks on wind and solar.

Euronews

Renewable energies overtook global electricity demand last year, led by solar growth in China, India

Record growth in solar, especially in China and India, was a driving factor for clean energy sources surpassing the world’s strong demand for electricity in 2025

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Clean energy generation exceeded rise in global electricity demand in 2025

Output from solar farms rose by a third while electricity from fossil fuels fell, research from thinktank reveals

The Guardian - UK

Turkey to race ahead of EU on battery storage amid fossil fuel crisis

More than 33GW of battery capacity approved for Turkish grid since 2022 compared with 12-13GW in Germany

The Guardian - UK

As solar costs plummet, fossil fuels are fast becoming the more expensive option

Electrotech has for a long time been out of reach for low-income countries due to higher upfront costs.

Euronews

How solar has saved Europe €136 million per day since the start of the Iran war

A new analysis found that Europe’s existing solar fleet has already saved the continent billions in 2026.

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Europe’s energy grid can’t keep up with the renewables boom. Which country will suffer the most?

Upgrading Europe’s ‘insufficient’ grid is a “matter of urgency” for the continent's energy security.

Euronews

Southeast Asia revisits nuclear power plans for AI data centers Iran war disrupts energy supplies

Nuclear power is getting a second look across Southeast Asia to prepare for surging demand for power for artificial intelligence-focused data centers

The Independent UK

‘Europe learned the wrong lesson’ by doubling down on fossil fuels while India and China went green

Countries that invested in renewable energy in 2022 are better able to withstand the current fuel crisis, experts say.

Euronews

Energy fallout from Iran war signals a global wake-up call for renewable energy

The Iran war is exposing how much the global economy still depends on fragile fossil fuel supplies

The Independent UK

How Pakistan’s people-led solar boom is easing impact of Middle East energy crisis

Falling costs and government incentives make solar an attractive option for many, reducing need for gas

The Guardian - UK

High gas prices are fuelling demand for electric vehicles as drivers seek to save money

“Clean power and electrification combined is what provides the most security,” says Ember analyst Euan Graham.

Euronews

Spain’s renewables revolution will keep energy bills low even as gas prices soar

Spain spent the last six years investing heavily in wind and solar energy, leading to some of the cheapest power prices in Europe.

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Geothermal energy could replace 42% of EU's fossil electricity. Which nation has the most potential?

Enhanced geothermal systems could wean the EU off fossil fuels, even in countries without volcanic activity.

The Independent UK

Storms Goretti, Ingrid and Chandra see UK break records for wind power in January

Record-breaking wind power generation cut gas costs by more than £160m in single month

The Independent UK

Mexico’s push for US natural gas sparks community opposition and threatens its climate pledges

Mexico is already the world's single largest buyer of U.S. natural gas

The Guardian - UK

Electric cars go mainstream as adoption surges across rich and developing nations

A wave of affordable Chinese-made EVs is accelerating the shift away from petrol cars, challenging long‑held assumptions about how transport decarbonisation unfolds

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The Conversation

America is falling behind in the global EV race – that’s going to cost the US auto industry

At the 2026 Detroit Auto Show, the spotlight quietly shifted. Electric vehicles, once framed as the inevitable future of the industry, were no longer the centerpiece. Instead, automakers emphasized hybrids, updated gasoline models and incremental efficiency improvements.

The Guardian - UK

‘My Tesla has become ordinary’: Turkey catches up with EU in electric car sales

The Independent UK

Rising coal demand overshadows Southeast Asia's transition to renewable energy

Southeast Asia’s need for coal is growing faster than anywhere else in the world, undermining progress on cutting carbon emissions that contribute to global warming

Euronews

COP30: World is falling behind on crucial methane emissions cuts, new report warns

Research from a UN agency says the world is set to miss targets agreed four years ago despite readily available technology and clear incentives.

The Guardian - UK

Drax power plant to go on earning ‘over £1m a day’ from burning wood pellets

Analysts say Britain’s biggest power plant in line to earn £458.6m a year under new government subsidy contract

MarketBeat

As Global Renewables Surpass Coal, This ETF Offers Smart Exposure

In a historic first this month, global electricity generation from renewable energy sources surpassed coal. This ETF is a great way to play that trend.

International Business Times

China's Power Paradox: Record Renewables, Continued Coal

Call it the China power paradox: while Beijing leads the world in renewable energy expansion, its coal projects are booming too.

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