Australia, Canada, UK Launch Global Clean Energy Initiative

Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom have joined forces to launch Electrify Now, a global initiative designed to accelerate the shift from fossil fuels to clean electricity. The commitment was formalized during London Climate Action Week in June 2026, marking a major step forward in international climate cooperation.

The three nations installed around 12 gigawatts of renewable energy capacity in 2025 alone. Now they're scaling up efforts to modernize energy grids, expand storage systems, and electrify everything from factories to homes to transportation.

Federal Minister for Climate Change and Energy Chris Bowen represented Australia alongside Canada's Julie Dabrusin and the UK's Katie White. Together, they emphasized how clean energy reduces exposure to unpredictable fossil fuel markets while improving long-term affordability and energy security.

The initiative extends far beyond these three founding members. The European Commission, Brazil, Turkey, Ethiopia, the Philippines, South Korea, and major international energy agencies have all joined the coalition.

The Ripple Effect

The benefits reach well beyond energy bills. Shifting to clean electricity means cleaner air and fewer respiratory illnesses, reducing the burden on healthcare systems and improving quality of life for millions of people.

Electrify Now will facilitate practical exchanges between nations, showcase successful regional programs, and help mobilize investment where it's needed most. The focus areas include scaling clean power generation, building resilient supply chains, and modernizing electrical grids to handle increased demand.

The coalition supports a new global target to raise electrification to 35% of final energy demand by 2035. That's an ambitious goal requiring cooperation across borders, but it's grounded in proven technology and real momentum.

The joint statement from the three ministers acknowledged years of global disruptions to energy security and supply chains. Rather than viewing these challenges as setbacks, the nations see them as catalysts for building something better and more resilient.

Clean electrification offers tangible improvements in economic competitiveness while addressing climate goals outlined in the Paris Agreement. Countries can reduce their dependence on volatile fossil fuel markets while creating jobs in growing renewable energy sectors.

The timing couldn't be more critical, as nations worldwide seek stable, affordable energy solutions that don't compromise future generations. This coalition shows that international cooperation on climate action is not only possible but gaining real momentum with concrete targets and practical implementation plans.