A 21st-century reinvention of the electric grid is crucial for solving the climate change crisis
Renewable energy is expanding at a record pace, but still not fast enough. Here are the key areas to watch for progress in bringing more wind and solar into the power grid in 2022.
Jan. 12, 2022 • ~10 min
Africa faces an uphill battle against western emissions to combat climate change
The African continent stands to lose the most from climate change - here’s what local governments can do to protect it.
Jan. 11, 2022 • ~6 min
6 priorities could deliver energy breakthroughs at the Glasgow climate summit – there's progress on some already
Clean energy innovation, giving up coal, cutting methane and getting China and India on board for net-zero can deliver progress at COP26.
Nov. 2, 2021 • ~10 min
6 priorities could deliver energy breakthroughs at the Glasgow climate summit – there's progress on some of them already
Clean energy innovation, methane cuts and getting China and India on board for net-zero can deliver progress at COP26.
Nov. 2, 2021 • ~10 min
We mapped every large solar plant on the planet using satellites and machine learning
Our data provides a common benchmark unbiased by reporting from companies or governments.
Oct. 29, 2021 • ~7 min
Solar panels on half the world's roofs could meet its entire electricity demand – new research
India and China are the cheapest places to install rooftop solar, while the US, Japan and the UK are the most expensive.
Oct. 11, 2021 • ~6 min
Puerto Rico has a once-in-a-lifetime chance to build a clean energy grid – but FEMA plans to spend $9.4 billion on fossil fuel infrastructure instead
Four years after Hurricane Maria wreaked havoc on Puerto Rico, federal money to rebuild its electricity system is finally about to flow. But it may not deliver what islanders want.
Oct. 4, 2021 • ~8 min
Who pays and who benefits from a massive expansion of solar power?
President Biden’s proposed solar power expansion would cost $350 billion in federal support over the coming decade. An energy expert explains where that money would come from and who it would help.
Sept. 30, 2021 • ~9 min
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