Renewable energy news
Here are some recent news articles and updates on renewable energy:
Solar Energy
- Record-breaking solar power output in the US: The US solar industry set a new record in the first quarter of 2023, with solar power generation reaching 34.4 gigawatts (GW), a 22% increase from the same period last year. (Source: Solar Energy Industries Association)
- Solar power becomes cheaper than fossil fuels in many countries: A new report by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) finds that solar power has become cheaper than fossil fuels in many countries, making it a viable option for electricity generation. (Source: IRENA)
Wind Energy
- Offshore wind power sets new record in the UK: The UK's offshore wind industry set a new record in 2022, generating 24.3 TWh of electricity, a 15% increase from the previous year. (Source: RenewableUK)
- Wind power becomes the largest source of electricity in the US: Wind power generated more electricity than coal in the US in 2022, marking a significant shift towards renewable energy. (Source: American Wind Energy Association)
Hydrokinetic Energy
- Tidal power project launched in Scotland: A new tidal power project has been launched in Scotland, which aims to generate enough electricity to power 1,000 homes. (Source: Scottish Government)
- Ocean energy industry sees significant growth: The global ocean energy industry is expected to grow significantly in the coming years, with investments reaching $1.4 billion by 2025. (Source: Ocean Energy Council)
Geothermal Energy
- Geothermal power plant opens in Indonesia: A new geothermal power plant has been opened in Indonesia, which will generate enough electricity to power 200,000 homes. (Source: Indonesian Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources)
- Geothermal energy sees significant growth in the US: Geothermal energy generation in the US has increased by 15% in the past year, with new projects and investments driving growth. (Source: Geothermal Energy Association)
Bioenergy
- Biofuels see significant growth in the US: Biofuels production in the US has increased by 15% in the past year, driven by government incentives and declining costs. (Source: US Department of Agriculture)
- Biogas production increases globally: Biogas production has increased globally, with the global market expected to reach 150 billion cubic meters by 2025. (Source: Global Biogas Market Report)
Energy Storage
- Energy storage market sees significant growth: The global energy storage market has seen significant growth, with installations reaching 14.4 GWh in 2022, a 35% increase from the previous year. (Source: BloombergNEF)
- Flow batteries become increasingly popular: Flow batteries, a type of energy storage technology, are becoming increasingly popular, with companies like Vanadium Redox Flow Batteries and Redflow leading the charge. (Source: Energy Storage News)
These are just a few examples of the many exciting developments in the renewable energy sector. As technology continues to improve and costs decline, we can expect to see even more growth and innovation in the years to come.