Tag: grid modernization
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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…
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Energy Giants Back Net Zero as Coalition Reignites Climate Battle
Big Players Back Net Zero, Challenging Coalition’s Climate Narrative Australia’s largest energy companies have publicly reaffirmed their support for the government’s 2050 net zero target, arguing that embracing renewables is essential to stabilising prices and securing long-term energy security. The move marks a notable alignment between industry and policy objectives, even as the Coalition presses…
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IEA: Renewables Boom to Seal the End of the Fossil Fuel Era
The IEA forecast: a faster-than-expected shift The International Energy Agency (IEA) has projected a rapid acceleration in renewable energy deployment over the next decade, signaling an end to the era of cheap fossil fuels as the main power source. In its latest assessment, the agency says cheaper, cleaner renewables—especially solar and wind—will grow faster than…
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World Energy Outlook 2025: IEA’s Global Energy Projections
Overview: What the World Energy Outlook 2025 Means for Global Energy The International Energy Agency’s World Energy Outlook 2025 (WEO 2025) is the definitive benchmark for understanding how the world’s energy system is evolving. Updated annually to reflect the latest data on technology, markets, and policy developments, the WEO provides scenarios that help policymakers, investors,…
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Diversification and Cooperation: The Imperative for Global Energy Security
Introduction: A World in Tension Over Energy As the global appetite for energy grows and geopolitical fault lines widen, diversification and cooperation have become the dual pillars of resilient energy security. Countries face an accelerating mix of fuels and technologies—from hydrocarbons to renewables, hydrogen, and advanced storage—creating a complex landscape where risks and opportunities intertwine.…
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Electricity Bills, AI Buzz, and Voter Fury: The Politics of Power in 2024 Elections
Rising Bills, Rising Stakes Across several battlegrounds in the 2024 elections, rising electricity bills emerged as a defining issue for voters. From data center hubs to states plotting energy policy, households felt the squeeze as utility costs climbed, prompting candid conversations about how energy is produced, priced, and regulated. The political narrative centered on who…
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Electricity Rates and the Election Pivot: The Hard Part Ahead
Rising Bills, Rising Stakes In recent state and local elections, voters expressed concern over a familiar pressure point: the cost of electricity. From New Jersey to Virginia to Georgia, households worried about utility bills as inflation lingered and energy prices fluctuated. While political outcomes are influenced by a constellation of issues, the surge in electricity…