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Hawaii Races Toward 100% Clean Energy by 2045
Planet Wins17h ago

Hawaii Races Toward 100% Clean Energy by 2045

Hawaii is transforming from one of America's most oil-dependent states into a renewable energy trailblazer, targeting 100% clean electricity and net-negative carbon emissions by 2045. The island state is proving energy independence is possible, even in the middle of the Pacific Ocean.

DW News3 min read
Cambodia Hits 2035 Solar Target a Decade Early
Planet Wins1d ago

Cambodia Hits 2035 Solar Target a Decade Early

Cambodia just blew past its solar energy goals for 2030 and 2035 years ahead of schedule, with clean electricity now powering more than 10% of the nation. The Southeast Asian country is proving that ambitious renewable energy targets aren't just achievable—they're beatable.

PV Magazine2 min read
China's Sany Ships Wind Turbines to Power Chilean Towns
Planet Wins2d ago

China's Sany Ships Wind Turbines to Power Chilean Towns

A major renewable energy company just delivered wind turbines to southern Chile, marking a breakthrough partnership that will bring clean electricity to local communities. The project shows how international collaboration is accelerating Latin America's shift to sustainable power.

Google News - Chile Renewable Energy2 min read
India Powers Industrialization with Solar, a World First
Planet Wins5d ago

India Powers Industrialization with Solar, a World First

India is becoming the first major nation to fuel its economic boom with solar energy instead of coal. A massive solar park covering 280 square miles will soon generate enough clean electricity to power Austria.

Grist3 min read
Chile Powers Up 1.1 GW of Clean Energy in Three Months
Planet Wins6d ago

Chile Powers Up 1.1 GW of Clean Energy in Three Months

Energy giant Engie Chile just brought over 1 gigawatt of renewable power and battery storage online in a single quarter, enough clean electricity to power hundreds of thousands of homes. The rapid deployment shows how quickly countries can transition away from fossil fuels when momentum builds.

Google News - Chile Renewable Energy2 min read
Wind and Solar Beat Gas in Global Electricity First
Daily Mix6d ago

Wind and Solar Beat Gas in Global Electricity First

For the first time ever, wind and solar power generated more of the world's electricity than gas in April 2026. The milestone signals a lasting shift toward clean energy, not just a temporary reaction to current global conflicts.

Positive News2 min read
Vatican's Solar Farm Powers Holy City with Clean Energy
Planet WinsMay 28

Vatican's Solar Farm Powers Holy City with Clean Energy

The Vatican's groundbreaking agrivoltaic plant just entered into force, making it one of the world's smallest nations powered by renewable energy. The solar farm will generate clean electricity while keeping the land available for farming.

Google News - Clean Energy2 min read
Texas Powers Up 815 MW Solar Farm, One of North America's Largest
Planet WinsMay 28

Texas Powers Up 815 MW Solar Farm, One of North America's Largest

A massive solar project in Texas just switched on its first phase, bringing 400 megawatts of clean electricity to major companies like AT&T and Toyota. When complete later this year, the $1.1 billion Sequoia Solar farm will rank among the largest in North America.

Electrek2 min read
Australia Backs 19 Clean Energy Projects to Power 4M Homes
Planet WinsMay 28

Australia Backs 19 Clean Energy Projects to Power 4M Homes

Australia just approved 19 renewable energy projects that will generate enough clean electricity to power more than 4 million homes by 2030. The $12 billion investment will create 19,000 construction jobs while delivering cheaper power across five states.

PV Magazine3 min read
Burger King UK Powers 100+ Restaurants with Wind Energy
SolutionsMay 27

Burger King UK Powers 100+ Restaurants with Wind Energy

Burger King UK just locked in a deal to run restaurants across Britain with clean electricity from a newly refurbished wind farm in Dorset. The move helps fast food go greener while supporting renewable energy growth.

Google News - Wind Energy2 min read
6 Nations Now Run World's Cleanest Electric Grids
Planet WinsMay 27

6 Nations Now Run World's Cleanest Electric Grids

Iceland, Portugal, and four other countries are proving that a clean energy future is already here, slashing carbon emissions and transforming how the world powers itself. A new study reveals how these nations turned renewable energy into reality while global power emissions declined for the first time ever.

Google News - Sweden Renewable2 min read
Washington Wind Farm Powers 70,000 Homes by 2028
Planet WinsMay 26

Washington Wind Farm Powers 70,000 Homes by 2028

Puget Sound Energy just locked in a major wind power deal that will bring enough clean electricity for 70,000 homes online by fall 2028. The partnership marks another leap toward Washington's ambitious goal of 100% clean energy.

Google News - Clean Energy2 min read
Australia Launches $5B Clean Energy Tender
Planet WinsMay 26

Australia Launches $5B Clean Energy Tender

Australia just opened applications for a massive renewable energy tender that could power millions of homes with clean electricity. The program is already funding 74 green energy projects across the country.

Google: clean energy investment2 min read
Türkiye Breaks Hydropower Record with Clean Energy Surge
Planet WinsMay 26

Türkiye Breaks Hydropower Record with Clean Energy Surge

Türkiye just shattered its hydropower production record, generating enough clean electricity to power millions of homes. Heavy rainfall filled the nation's dams to near capacity, turning nature's abundance into a renewable energy goldmine.

Google: renewable energy record2 min read
Australia Opens 5 GW Clean Energy Tender Worth Billions
Planet WinsMay 26

Australia Opens 5 GW Clean Energy Tender Worth Billions

Australia just launched a massive renewable energy opportunity that could power millions of homes with clean electricity. The government's newest tender invites developers to bid on 5,000 megawatts of solar and wind projects across the country.

PV Magazine2 min read
Wind and Solar Beat Gas Power for First Time Ever
Planet WinsMay 23

Wind and Solar Beat Gas Power for First Time Ever

For the first time in recorded history, wind and solar power generated more electricity globally than gas-fired plants in a single month. This April milestone shows renewable energy is becoming the affordable choice when fossil fuels get expensive. ##

Google News - Solar Power Record2 min read
Quebec Renewable Energy Summit Draws Record 300 Attendees
Planet WinsMay 22

Quebec Renewable Energy Summit Draws Record 300 Attendees

More than 300 energy leaders packed a Montreal conference room to tackle Quebec's massive clean energy expansion. The province plans to add over 150 TWh of renewable electricity in 25 years.

Google: renewable energy record2 min read
Global Renewable Energy Could Hit 78% by 2035
Planet WinsMay 21

Global Renewable Energy Could Hit 78% by 2035

The world is on track to make electricity cleaner and more affordable than ever before. A new roadmap shows how renewable energy could power nearly all of our homes and businesses within the next few decades.

PV Magazine3 min read
Sweden Opens 139MW Wind Farm Powering Volvo's Green Future
Planet WinsMay 21

Sweden Opens 139MW Wind Farm Powering Volvo's Green Future

A new wind farm in southern Sweden just started generating enough clean electricity to power tens of thousands of homes while helping Volvo build its sustainable future. The project includes a massive battery storage system to keep the power flowing when winds calm.

Google News - Sweden Renewable2 min read
Norway Backs Nepal's Green Energy Industrial Future
SolutionsMay 21

Norway Backs Nepal's Green Energy Industrial Future

Norway is funding a groundbreaking project to transform Nepal's industrial corridor with renewable energy, creating green jobs while the nation transitions away from fossil fuels. The Power-GIF initiative targets the crucial Birgunj-Simara manufacturing region where Nepal's surplus clean electricity will soon power domestic industries.

Google News - Norway Green Energy2 min read

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