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January 21, 2025

Trump rolls back green new deals on first day in office

After inauguration, U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to sign 100 executive orders, including withdrawing from the Paris Agreement, declaring an energy emergency, rolling back fossil fuel and emission regulations, and rescinding the EV mandate.
January 08, 2025

Solar-powered irrigation: Empowering Bangladesh’s women farmers?

Alternatives to diesel power are proven to empower women farmers by saving them time, but sociocultural barriers to access remain.
January 08, 2025

Tokyo to mandate solar panels on new-build homes

To increase the proportion of renewable energy generation, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government will set a precedent by requiring new detached homes to install rooftop solar panels.
December 20, 2024

Coal will be a central pillar of COP31, wherever it’s held

In the shadows of COP29, two of the world’s most coal-dependent countries are still bidding to host the UN climate summit in 2026, offering what could be a unique moment to renew focus on coal, write two climate analysts.
December 18, 2024

Japan expands nuclear power use in new draft energy plan

In addition to reaffirming the goal of achieving 20% nuclear power by 2030 and extending it through 2040, Japan will also allow the construction of new nuclear reactors and remove the phrase "reduce dependence on nuclear power as much as possible."
December 17, 2024

Taiwan’s feed-in tariff system under scrutiny amid calls for reform

Taiwan’s feed-in tariff (FIT) system, a cornerstone policy for promoting renewable energy development, is facing growing debate. The Ministry of Economic Affairs recently announced its draft FIT rates for 2025, maintaining stable reductions for solar ener
December 13, 2024

Mixed climate legacy of Scholz’s collapsed coalition leaves challenges for next government

The early end of Olaf Scholz’s coalition government follows a three-year term marked by crises and a deep internal dispute over funding for future climate and energy policies.
December 12, 2024

Q&A: What could a US-China trade war mean for the energy transition?

Ahead of Donald Trump’s second term as US president, a rerun of his first trade war with China is firmly on the cards – and minerals key to the energy transition may end up in the crossfire.
December 09, 2024

How can China’s renewables sector take steps towards achieving gender equality?

Data transparency and a commitment from businesses could help improve representation and begin eliminating barriers faced by women.
November 26, 2024

COP29: Five key takeaways from Brazil’s 2035 climate pledge

Brazil’s new climate pledge, launched at the COP29 climate summit in Baku, aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions by as much as two-thirds by 2035 compared to 2005 levels.
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