Energy Efficiency Directive
Everything filed under policy in our climate change coverage, the 30 reports filed on it so far.
Arevon Energy secures long-term contracts for Panther Energy Project
Arevon Energy signed three 20-year indexed renewable energy credit agreements for its 200 MWac Panther solar project in Perry County, Illinois.
Ireland commits €1.28bn to climate action and energy upgrades
The Irish government has announced a €1.28 billion budget for climate action and energy affordability, with over €650 million for home and community...
High Court blocks Mount Pleasant coal mine expansion in landmark climate ruling
Australia's High Court has invalidated the approval for MACH Energy's Mount Pleasant coalmine expansion, ruling that planners must consider...
2G Energy to supply 275 MW power systems for US AI data centres
2G Energy will deliver 275 megawatts of containerised power generation units to Energy Vault for deployment in US data centre and AI infrastructure.
Australian opposition pledges to repeal emissions and renewable energy laws
Opposition leader Angus Taylor has vowed to repeal key emissions and renewable energy laws within a month of an election win.
UK Government Launches £30m Community Energy Fund
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced nearly £30m in funding for local 'People's Power' renewable energy projects.
Global Energy Efficiency Goal Off Track Despite Policy Push
The world is not on course to meet the COP28 goal of doubling energy efficiency improvements, with growth at 1.8% in 2024, far below the 4% target.
UK Clean Energy Transition Requires £511bn Investment
A new report finds the UK's shift to clean energy needs over £511 billion in investment by 2040.
Pacific islands demand COP31 finance for renewables
At a regional summit in Palau, Pacific Island Forum leaders called for the upcoming COP31 climate conference to deliver funding for renewable energy.
Valve Leaks Pose Major Emissions Risk for Energy Transition
A report from engineering firm Score Group warns that leaking valves in carbon capture, LNG, and gas storage systems are a significant, under-managed...
China's industrial energy shift sees clean electricity start to displace fossil fuels
A new analysis from energy think-tank Ember finds China's industrial economy is beginning a structural shift from fossil fuels to clean electricity.
Air Conditioning Essential for Climate Adaptation, Report Says
A new analysis argues that expanding access to air conditioning is a critical, if energy-intensive, adaptation strategy for billions living in the...
China's CO2 emissions fell 1% in Q2 2026
China's carbon dioxide output declined by 1% in the second quarter of 2026, driven by a sharp 9% drop in oil consumption, according to an analysis by...
BayWa r.e. on Europe's shift to flexibility-centric energy
Teresa Casacchia of BayWa r.e. argues Europe's energy transition now hinges on flexibility, with battery storage critical for grid reliability.
Datacentre backlash tests UK climate pledges
A global backlash against datacentres is intensifying over their energy use and lack of local consent, with the UK government's fast-track approval...
ONE Nuclear plans 2.88GW Louisiana project
ONE Nuclear Energy has secured a site in Louisiana for Project Cayman, a 2.88GW natural gas plant paired with a 700MW battery storage system and a...
Australia's CIS Tender 11 seeks 1.8GW for WA
The Australian government has launched a new 1.8GW renewable energy tender for Western Australia, requiring developer community ratings for the first...
US Unions Fight for Clean Energy Jobs
US unions are fighting to protect clean energy jobs amid attacks from the Trump administration.
Business Energy Costs Rise 25% in 2026
Business energy costs have increased by 25% in 2026, according to Cornwall Insight's Business Energy Cost Forecast.
Collective Global Roadmap Can Boost Cambodia's Energy Transition Goals
Cambodia has made significant progress in transitioning to renewable energy, with nearly half of its electricity mix coming from homegrown renewable...
California Mandates Energy-Efficient Replacement Tires
California becomes the first US state to set efficiency rules for replacement tires, aiming to reduce emissions and fuel costs.
UK Pioneers Long-Duration Energy Storage to Smooth Renewable Energy Output
The UK is investing in long-duration energy storage (LDES) technologies to support the integration of variable renewable energy sources and reduce...
Honest Energy Partnerships: The Key to Addressing Gridlock and Greenwashing
Businesses face pressure to decarbonize, but the infrastructure to support renewable energy lags behind. A new approach is needed, one that treats...
New guide aims to help councils unlock community solar
A new toolkit aims to encourage greater community-council partnerships to accelerate community energy projects in the UK.