Global Scans · Affordable and Clean Energy · Weekly Summary

In September 2015, 193 world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development. If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.
Goal 7: Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all.

• [New] The EU presented its strategy on Offshore Renewable Energy, aiming to increase Europe's offshore wind capacity from its current level of 12 GW to at least 60 GW by 2030 and to 300 GW by 2050. IEA
• [New] In 2024, equipment deliveries and revenue recognition in Energy will be tilted towards the second half of the year, both in engine power plants and ES & O. Wartsila
• [New] Renewable energy is crucial for Abu Dhabi's energy transition and sustainability strategy, serving as a catalyst in realising the ambitious goals outlined in the UAE Energy Strategy 2050 and the UAE Net Zero by 2050 strategic initiative. UAE News 24/7
• [New] Reduction in peak demand for electricity directly reduces the use of fossil fuels to generate energy, which is essential to meet the UK's legally binding target of net zero emissions by 2050. Shropshire live
• [New] Energy consumption for MG-Si production will reach 0.8 million MJ by China and 0.05 million MJ by the US in 2030, whereas energy consumption for SoG-Si production is expected to reach 0.9 million MJ (China) and 0.06 million MJ (US). Nature
• [New] As of today, approximately $550 million is going to 109 qualified HUD-assisted multifamily properties to decrease energy and water consumption, reduce emissions, and improve climate resilience. HUD.gov / U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Developm
• [New] Hammamet - Algeria launched an ambitious program to increase the use of renewable energy by 2035. Eunews
• [New] A discovery at Inishkea West could provide security of gas supply for Ireland during the transition to renewable energy, which is in line with the EU's stated goals for diversity of gas supply. rigzone.com
• [New] One of the ways to improve energy efficiency is to tap the huge potential for efficiency gains in the building sector which is the largest single energy consumer in Europe, absorbing 40% of final energy. IEA
• [New] As the pioneer region in addressing global climate change, the EU proposed a target of 40% of gross final consumption of energy being met from renewable sources by 2030, with an additional indicative share of 49% renewables in the building sector. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] To realize carbon neutrality before 2060, China will have to dramatically boost its energy utilization efficiency, diversify the use of energy sources, improve operation efficiency, and implement carbon capture and storage technologies. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] Understanding the drivers of VPP participation is vital to meeting the U.S. Department of Energy's target to triple VPP deployment by 2030, which would improve grid reliability while reducing carbon emissions and saving an estimated $10 billion per year. Yahoo Finance
• [New] Universal access to clean energy could help end poverty for 180 million women by 2050 and result in 6.5 million fewer deaths from indoor pollution. IISD Earth Negotiations Bulletin
• [New] While the EU has not set a specific target to run on 100% renewables, it has set a target to increase the share of renewable energy sources in its energy mix to at least 32% by 2030. BuiltWorlds
• [New] The fourth version of the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive, known as the EU's Renovation Wave, aims to increase retrofitting and decrease building emissions by 60% before 2030. BuiltWorlds
• [New] Last year, the European Parliament backed a new target of 42.5% of renewable energy sources by 2030, as a part of its goal to become climate neutral by 2050. Energy Connects
• [New] A planned second solar farm in Moore County, Tennessee, will supply renewable energy to mitigate a portion of the remaining emissions from purchased electricity. Vanderbilt University
• [New] Today's announcement will invest billions to ensure that affordable housing across the U.S. can access solar and increase energy efficiency and climate resilience. US EPA
• [New] Offshore wind is one of the major sources of green energy that Europe is counting on to decarbonize electricity production and reach its 2050 target of net zero carbon production, but it remains far off the pace needed to hit its targets. Tech Xplore
• [New] Offshore wind energy is an essential contributor to the energy transition in Europe and is expected to replace fossil fuels on a large scale. Vattenfall
• [New] Green Volt will provide 560 MW of energy, while Berwick Bank would be one of the largest offshore wind developments in the world, generating up to 4.1 GW of electricity - enough to power all of Scotland's homes twice over. BBC News
• [New] The Green Volt wind farm will be made up of 35 turbines, generating 560 MW of renewable energy and bringing in around £3bn in investment. The Telegraph
• [New] Smart grids will enable better management of consumption and the integration of more locally produced renewable energy and ultimately reduce energy dependency and greenhouse gas emissions. UNDP

Last updated: 28 April 2024