Author: Tom Clansy

You might be surprised to learn that the renewable energy sector now employs more people than the fossil fuel industry. According to a recent report by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), in 2020, renewable energy accounted for nearly 11 million jobs worldwide, while fossil fuels accounted for just 9.2 million. This staggering statistic highlights…

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Did you know that hydropower, a renewable energy source that harnesses the power of water, has been declining at an alarming rate? According to the International Hydropower Association, the installed capacity of hydropower plants worldwide has actually decreased by 1.4 GW between 2019 and 2020, marking the first time in decades that the sector has…

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Did you know that in 2020, the world’s largest horizontal axis wind turbine, the Haliade-X, was installed off the coast of the UK, with a staggering 12-megawatt capacity? This behemoth of a turbine is not only a marvel of engineering, but it also marks a significant shift in the wind industry towards horizontal wind turbines….

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Did you know that in 2020, the global recycling rate of municipal solid waste hit an all-time low of just 34.3%? This staggering statistic highlights the alarming rate at which our planet is wasting valuable resources, including precious metals, plastics, and glass. However, in recent years, a seismic shift has taken place in the way…

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Did you know that since 2015, the number of podcasts devoted to environmental issues has increased by over 400%, with many of them focusing on green power and sustainability? This staggering statistic is a testament to the growing demand for content that informs and inspires listeners to live more eco-friendly lives. As the world grapples…

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Did you know that in the United States alone, power outages caused by infrastructure failures cost the economy around $150 billion every year? That’s a staggering number, and it’s a statistic that’s only likely to grow as our energy demands continue to soar. But what if I told you that there’s a solution on the…

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As the world continues to grapple with the challenges of climate change, renewable energy has emerged as a beacon of hope. But despite the vast potential of solar power, the efficiency of solar cells still lags behind expectations. In fact, did you know that the average solar panel has an efficiency of only around 15-20%?…

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Did you know that the cost of renewable energy has fallen by over 70% in the last decade, making it more competitive with fossil fuels than ever before? This staggering statistic is a testament to the rapid pace of innovation in the clean power sector. From revolutionary new technologies to game-changing business models, the clean…

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Did you know that in 2020, a devastating winter storm left millions of Texans without power, revealing a shocking statistic: over 90% of the state’s energy was generated by just four companies, making it clear that the energy grid was vulnerable to outages and price manipulation? This was a wake-up call for many, sparking a…

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Did you know that in 2020, just 1.2% of the world’s energy came from renewable sources, despite global demand for sustainable energy skyrocketing? (1) It’s a staggering statistic, especially when you consider that the International Energy Agency (IEA) predicts that renewable energy will account for 60% of the world’s energy mix by 2050. (2) The…

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