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Coal use persists: Asian growth offsets declines in EU and US International Energy Agency: Despite developed countries phasing out coal, global coal use is hitting record levels driven by China and India's growth.

Global coal demand is set to hit a record 8.77B tonnes in 2024, with China and India consuming 75%. Renewables are growing, but coal remains dominant in fast-growing economies. More from @kathari.news Perspectives Editor Charlie Bush about this @iea.org report kathari.news/2025/01/06/p... #EnergySky

The coal-fired Yangliuqing Power Plant, Tianjin, China. (David Lyons/Alamy via Reuters)

Coal demand reaches record highs in 2024, driven by rapid growth in China and India (75% of global consumption). Renewables are expanding, but coal still dominates.

Read more about this @iea.org report from @kathari.news Perspectives Editor Charlie Bush

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Australia needs better ways of storing renewable electricity for later. That’s where ‘flow batteries’ can help As Australia’s grid embraces renewables, flow batteries emerge as a promising solution for long-duration energy storage.

Scalable, efficient, and long-lasting, 'flow batteries' are perfect for grid storage as renewables grow. Read more from one of their inventors on how they could help Australia’s clean energy future. kathari.news/2025/01/04/p... #EnergyStorage #EnergySky

Understanding the legal implications of early decommissioning: Case studies of foreign-invested coal power plants in Asia Complex legal frameworks and steep penalties hamper early coal shutdowns in emerging economies, endangering global climate goals.

Early coal retirement is vital for climate goals, but emerging economies face steep financial and legal challenges. A
@worldresources.bsky.social report calls for international support to help countries like Indonesia and Vietnam phase out coal. kathari.news/2025/01/05/p... #EnergySky

Illinois confident it can continue clean energy progress under Trump, but path expected to be harder Illinois clean energy advocates rely on state laws like FEJA and CEJA to advance goals amid challenges from a Trump presidency.

How are Illinois clean energy leaders getting ready to adapt to federal uncertainty under Trump? Read more from
@energynews.us via @kathari.news Perspectives. kathari.news/2025/01/03/p... #EnergySky

Analysis: UK’s electricity was cleanest ever in 2024 In 2024, UK electricity was cleaner than ever, with CO2 emissions per unit down by over two-thirds compared to 2014.

The UK hit a milestone in 2024: its cleanest-ever electricity. Renewables led the charge, supplying 45% of power while fossil fuels fell to 29%. What’s driving these trends, and what’s next for the energy transition? Read the analysis by @carbonbrief.org kathari.news/2025/01/02/p... #EnergySky

The carbon tax needs fixing, not axing — Canada needs a progressive carbon tax Current carbon taxes fail to change behaviours, but a progressive tax targeting high emitters could ensure fairness and boost public support.

Carbon taxes aim to cut emissions but often fail to change the habits of wealthier individuals, who emit more and feel less financial impact. Could a progressive carbon tax, designed to tackle inequality, drive better results? Read the argument: ow.ly/bRmV50Uwf6o

Competition Bureau clarifies expectations around Canada's new greenwashing rules The Competition Bureau has released draft guidelines that aim to clarify expectations around new greenwashing rules.

Competition Bureau clarifies expectations around Canada’s new greenwashing rules kathari.news/2024/12/23/c...

Europe's energy taxes are worsening industry woes, power CEO says To aid Europe's struggling industries, governments should take aim at the high energy taxes, head of Europe's electricity lobby told Reuters.

Europe’s energy taxes are worsening industry woes, Leonhard Birnbaum, president of industry group Eurelectric, told Reuters.

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Despite climate goals, Maine rebates for electric vehicles are running on empty Maine now registers 13 electric vehicles for every 200 cars, up from 3 in 2020, but rebate funding to support this growth is running out.

EV registrations in Maine have jumped since 2020, but with just 17,500 EVs on the road and a 2030 goal of 150,000, challenges loom. With state rebates depleted, can federal tax credits and charging expansion keep momentum going — especially in rural areas? ow.ly/KCA350Uvwze

#EVs #EnergySky

Milwaukee plans to build net-zero modular homes for lower-income residents — but it’s not easy Milwaukee hopes to lure a manufacturer of energy-efficient panelized homes, a way to cut emissions while building homes and creating jobs.

Net-zero homes reduce utility costs, provide greater comfort and withstand extreme weather. Now Milwaukee is looking to make them accessible to low-income families. Could this model reshape affordable housing in the U.S.? ow.ly/Ju8q50UvwtR #EnergyEfficiency #NetZeroHomes #EnergySky

Priorities may change, but energy efficiency remains a solution Efficiency Canada: With growing concerns over affordability, pursuing energy efficiency could offer relief — with the right policy framework.

The latest Effciency Canada policy scorecard reveals how provinces are advancing energy efficiency while leaving key opportunities untapped. With a federal election nearing, how could energy efficiency shape Canada’s energy future and economic resilience? ow.ly/vfgK50UvkuN #EnergySky

Building with earth could transform sustainable construction – here’s how Rammed earth construction, using excavated soil, offers a sustainable alternative to cement, but faces stigma and economic challenges.

Rammed earth, made from excavated soil, is low-carbon and recyclable, yet it’s often overlooked in green building.

What will it take to scale up this sustainable method?

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UK can have clean, stable power by 2030 — without heavy reliance on biomass This Ember report shows the U.K. can achieve a stable, decarbonised power system by 2030 while reducing its reliance on biomass energy.

Is biomass power too costly a compromise? Analysis by @ember-energy.org finds the U.K. could decarbonize its power system by 2030 with 55% less biomass use. Read our @kathari.news News Perspectives snapshot: ow.ly/uWcU50Uv1Ov #EnergySky #EnergyTransition

Why Ohio companies are investing in hydrogen cars despite infrastructure issues Hydrogen fuel cell cars could overcome some buyers’ reluctance to switch from gas-powered vehicles, but can the fueling infrastructure deliver?

Can hydrogen fuel cell tech catch up to EVs? Read more from
@energynews.us on how some companies in Ohio are shaping the race: ow.ly/9gC550Uuz4A #EnergySky

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Learn from Canada’s world-leading battery energy storage production for transport Foresight Canada offers an overview of Canada's emerging leadership in energy storage technology supply chains for transportation.

A @foresightcac.bsky.social report highlights Canada’s emerging leadership in the lithium-ion battery supply chain and ZEV adoption but warns gaps like Ontario’s lack of incentives could slow progress. Read more: kathari.news/2024/12/19/p... #EnergySky

Federal hostility could delay offshore wind projects in US, derailing state climate goals East Coast states rely on offshore wind for clean energy, but Trump's presidency may threaten their ambitious goals.

East Coast states are counting on offshore wind to meet clean energy goals, but Trump’s return has some states considering alternatives like onshore wind and solar. Read more from @stateline.org via @kathari.news kathari.news/2024/12/18/p... #EnergySky

How Canada and the country’s premiers must respond to Trump’s trade and energy policies Opinion: Canada could threaten retaliatory charges on exports of energy and other resources to the U.S., increasing energy and other costs.

How should Canada respond to Donald Trump’s trade threats? York University’s Mark Winfield argues Canada could leverage energy exports, using retaliatory charges and diplomacy with U.S. states to strengthen its position and protect its economy. ow.ly/RkbY50Utr6H #EnergySky

Plans to stabilise Earth’s climate rely on emerging carbon removal technology — we need to get moving Opinion: With rising carbon emissions and 2024 set to be the hottest year, carbon removal is vital for achieving net-zero goals.

"Within the international scientific community the debate about carbon dioxide removal has moved on from 'could we, should we?' to 'we must' — recognizing the urgency of the situation." — Andrew Lenton & Kerryn Brent, CSIRO

What do you think?

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Italy's Erg secures 243-million-euro EIB loan for renewable energy projects The loan will cover more than 50 per cent of the total cost of projects as it is linked to REPowerEU, the EU's green energy plan.

Italy’s Erg has secured a $254.91 million loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) for wind and solar energy projects in Italy, France and Germany. kathari.news/2024/12/16/i... #RenewableEnergy #EnergySky

UK, Norway sign joint agreement to enhance carbon capture Keir Starmer and Norway's PM sign joint agreement to enhance carbon capture efforts, aiming for finalization in 2025.

UK, Norway sign joint agreement to enhance carbon capture kathari.news/2024/12/16/s... #CCS #CCUS #EnergySky

Green transport: How countries can grow their mobility infrastructure sustainably Global mobility spending is expected to triple by 2035, driven by EV charging and ADAS growth, as Asia and Europe lead decarbonization shift.

Global mobility services could *triple* by 2035, fueled by EV charging & tech like ADAS. But cutting transportation emissions means big changes: public transit, EVs & better infrastructure.

What will it take? Strong policy & partnerships.

Read more: ow.ly/nbRq50Ur2Hu #EnergySky #ElectricVehicles

How to successfully integrate solar and wind into electricity grids — anywhere Finding ways to successfully integrate higher shares of wind and solar into grids is fundamental to achieving net-zero.

A @pembinainstitute.bsky.social report highlights lessons learned from global leaders in #wind and #solar grid integration — California, Texas, Ireland, Germany, South Australia and Denmark — to show how Alberta (and others) can succeed too. Read more: ow.ly/8GxU50UqOEC #EnergySky #RenewableEnergy

Shale drilling techniques could lead to a geothermal surge, IEA says In theory, geothermal energy could provide a stable source of power equal to the demand of India and the United States combined.

Another angle from the @iea.org -
Shale drilling techniques that led to a boom in oil and gas output have also spurred the development of #geothermal, which in theory could provide a stable source of power equal to the demand of India and the U.S. combined. kathari.news/2024/12/13/s... #EnergySky

Next-generation geothermal can help unlock 100% clean power Next-generation geothermal innovations are unlocking new possibilities. What can be done to accelerate their commercialization?

Could the next generation of technologies spark a geothermal renaissance? Learn more from @worldresources.bsky.social ow.ly/Bu3F50Uqkzp #EnergySky #geothermal #RenewableEnergy

Explainer: How China’s renewables rollout boosts its ‘war on sand’ China turns deserts into renewable energy assets, using solar farms to combat desertification while generating power across arid regions.

How is China using solar panels in its 'war on sand'? Read more from @carbonbrief.org on the role of renewables in China's fight against desertification. kathari.news/2024/12/13/p... #EnergySky #SolarEnergy #ChinaEnergy

Opinion: A new global carbon trading market could be held hostage by speculators Opinion: Speculators may exploit the new global carbon trading market, threatening its ability to drive meaningful emission reductions.

Could a new global carbon trading market could be held hostage by speculators? kathari.news/2024/12/12/p...

UK low-carbon renewable power set to overtake fossil fuels for first time Analysis by Ember: 2024 is set to be the first full year where UK low-carbon renewables generate more electricity than fossil fuels

UK low-carbon renewable power set to overtake fossil fuels for first time kathari.news/2024/12/12/p... via @ember-energy.org #EnergySky #RenewableEnergy

Big oil eyes powering big tech's data center demand Jeff Gustavson, president of Chevron New Energies, says the company is considering how to supply lower-carbon power to data center operators.

Chevron Corp and Exxon Mobil are considering entering the #electricity business, with the U.S. oil majors working on deals to use natural gas and carbon capture to power the technology industry’s AI data centers. kathari.news/2024/12/11/c... #EnergySky