Embracing the power of renewable energy, for a better tomorrow
Did you know that the world’s largest hydropower plant, the Three Gorges Dam in China, has been generating enough electricity to power over 13 million homes since its completion in 2012? That’s not the most astonishing part, however. What’s truly remarkable is that the plant’s installed capacity can be increased by up to 60% through…
In 2020, the world’s battery storage capacity reached an astonishing 10 gigawatts, more than double the capacity of 2019. This exponential growth is a testament to the rapid innovation and adoption of advanced battery storage technologies. As the world transitions to cleaner, more sustainable energy sources, advanced battery storage is becoming an essential component of…
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You might be surprised to hear that the world’s top oil-producing countries are now investing heavily in biofuels. In fact, according to a recent report by BloombergNEF, Saudi Arabia, the world’s largest oil exporter, has announced plans to invest $200 billion in renewable energy, including biofuels, by 2030. This shocking shift in strategy reflects a…
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A report released by the International Energy Agency (IEA) in 2020 revealed that the world’s carbon emissions from fossil fuels and industry continued to rise in 2019, increasing by 0.6% to 33.3 billion metric tons. What’s more, the IEA warned that to limit global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, carbon emissions must peak by…
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You might be surprised to learn that the average solar panel on your roof is only able to convert about 20% of the sun’s energy into electricity. That’s right, the other 80% is lost as heat, light, or other forms of energy. But what if I told you that scientists are working on a way…
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Did you know that the average lithium-ion battery used in electric vehicles (EVs) today has a lifespan of around 5-7 years? That’s a fraction of the lifespan of a gasoline-powered car engine. But what if I told you that a new type of battery, called the solid-state battery, could potentially last for up to 20…
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In 2020, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the solar industry alone added over 250,000 new jobs to the American workforce, with a growth rate of 69% over the previous year. This staggering statistic is just one indicator of a seismic shift in the global employment landscape: renewable energy is no longer a…
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Did you know that in 2020, the cost of solar panels fell by a staggering 70% over the past decade, making renewable energy more accessible than ever? But what’s behind this dramatic drop in prices? The answer lies in the rise of thin-film solar panels, a game-changing technology that’s poised to disrupt the entire renewable…
Did you know that the European Union’s recent move to ban new fossil fuel cars by 2035 is expected to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by a whopping 60% by 2050? This bold step towards a cleaner future is just one example of how clean energy regulations can have a profound impact on the environment. As…
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A staggering 60% of the world’s workforce will need to be reskilled or upskilled by 2025 to remain relevant in the face of technological advancements, according to a recent report by the World Economic Forum. And one of the fastest-growing areas that requires this kind of training is renewable energy. As the world shifts towards…
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