Tag: grid modernization
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Tech and Energy Storage: Major Players Push Forward with New Projects
Overview: A New Wave of Energy Storage Projects In a concerted push across the energy storage landscape, leading companies including SK On, BYD, Wanhua Chemical, Gotion High-Tech, and Xinfag Group have rolled out updates on ambitious project developments. These announcements span the full battery and energy storage value chain, highlighting efforts from material supply to…
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Inside Southeast Asia’s Uneven Energy Transition
Introduction: A Region at a Crossroads Across Southeast Asia, nations grapple with a dual challenge: keeping the lights on for growing populations and accelerating a cleaner, more sustainable energy mix. While several countries have launched ambitious green transitions, others remain heavily dependent on fossil fuels like coal. The result is an uneven regional profile, where…
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KP Group to Invest INR 36,000 Crore in Botswana’s Renewable Energy Sector
India’s KP Group Signals a Bold Leap into Botswana’s Renewable Energy Landscape In a landmark deal that could reshape energy dynamics in southern Africa, KP Group, a prominent Indian renewable energy player, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of the Republic of Botswana to collaborate on large-scale renewable energy generation and…
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Top 10 African Countries with the Most Reliable Electricity Supply
Introduction: A shift toward reliable power across Africa Across Africa, reliable electricity is no longer a distant dream for many nations. Some countries have made significant strides by investing in durable power infrastructure, diversifying energy sources, and adopting smarter grid management. This article highlights the top ten African countries with the most reliable electricity supply,…
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SEC to Buy Gippsland Delburn Wind Farm for Up to $700 Million to Accelerate Renewables
Overview: SEC to Acquire Gippsland’s Delburn Wind Farm The State Electricity Commission (SEC) has announced its intention to purchase the Gippsland Delburn Wind Farm, marking a decisive move to advance renewable energy capacity in Victoria. The deal, valued at up to $700 million, signifies a bold step by public energy authorities to bring a stalled…
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Kenya’s Local Electricity Generation: A Two-Decade Growth Story
Overview: A Bold rise in local electricity generation Kenya has transformed its energy landscape over the past twenty years, moving from a relatively small, locally generated electricity base to a robust mix of renewable sources that power households, businesses, and a growing industrial sector. The country’s local generation rose from about 4 terawatt-hours (TWh) in…
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Universal Energy Access: Africa’s Top Climate Priority, Says Rolake Akinkugbe-Filani
Introduction: Elevating Energy Access on Africa’s Climate Agenda As COP30 unfolds in Belém, Brazil, leaders from governments, finance, and civil society are re-evaluating where urgent action is most needed. Rolake Akinkugbe-Filani, CEO of EnergyInc Advisors, argues that universal energy access must become Africa’s top climate priority. Her perspective blends market insight, policy realism, and an…
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Australia’s Energy Benchmark Shifts: Renewables Outpace Coal for the First Time
Australia’s Energy Milestone: Renewables Surpass Coal for the First Time In a historic turn for Australia’s energy landscape, renewables generated more electricity than coal in September 2025. This marked the first time the country’s renewable electricity usage overtook the energy produced from coal, a moment that many analysts say signals a lasting shift in the…
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Renewable Energy Surpasses Coal in Australia in 2025: A Landmark Shift
Australia’s Energy Mix Reaches a Milestone In a striking turn of events reported by The Guardian, renewable electricity usage in Australia overtook power generated from coal for the first time. This milestone marks a fundamental shift in the country’s energy landscape and signals a broader transition toward cleaner energy sources. The September 2025 data show…
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Energy Giants Back Net Zero as Coalition Reignites Climate War
Overview: A Bipartisan Pivot on Net Zero Australia’s leading energy companies have publicly reaffirmed their commitment to the government’s 2050 net zero target, signaling a notable shift as the Coalition renews its climate policy dispute. The push comes amid rising consumer concern over electricity prices and a broader industry push to frame renewables as a…