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Britain's renewable and low carbon energy industries smashed previous records by generating £77 billion in revenue last year, up more than £8 billion from 2023. The growth shows the country's green economy is thriving while creating new jobs across the nation.
Norway has become Brazil's third-largest foreign investor, pouring $14 billion into renewable energy projects that are creating thousands of jobs and accelerating the global clean energy transition. This partnership positions Brazil as a powerhouse for solar, wind, and hydrogen innovation.
California's largest community choice energy provider just reported a transformative year, with two-thirds of customers now using 100% renewable power. The numbers show what's possible when communities take control of their energy future.
Senegal just put 121 fully electric buses on the road, all powered by sunshine instead of fossil fuels. Drivers who once relied on cars are choosing these clean buses, slashing emissions and proving green transportation works in West Africa.
As South Africa phases out coal by 2050, researchers have found a way to transform old mines and power plants into renewable energy centers and agricultural training grounds. This breakthrough could save over 100,000 jobs while cleaning up the environment.
Thailand just secured $350 million to build three major solar energy projects that will power homes cleaner and cheaper while creating over 1,500 jobs. The game-changer? Massive batteries that store sunshine for nighttime use.
Two Michigan companies are building facilities to recycle electric vehicle batteries, recovering valuable materials and creating green jobs in Flint. They're turning what could be a massive waste problem into a thriving circular economy.
Houston-based Transition Industries just secured the final piece needed to build what will become the world's largest ultra-low carbon methanol facility on Mexico's Pacific coast. Construction starts soon on the $3.3 billion plant that promises to transform clean fuel production while creating over 6,000 jobs.
A new wind energy park in South Wales will power over 81,000 homes while delivering millions in community investment and creating hundreds of local jobs. Construction starts this spring after the project won government approval.
The UK and California just signed a major clean energy partnership that will create jobs, cut energy bills, and accelerate the global shift to renewable power. The agreement builds on decades of cooperation and connects British clean tech businesses with America's largest state economy.
High schools across America are training students for clean energy careers, even as federal funding disappears. Young people who've lived through extreme weather are eager to learn skills that could help save the planet.
Louise Yeung, New York City's new chief climate officer, brings 10 years of experience rebuilding after Hurricane Sandy to help residents understand how climate impacts their daily lives. Her focus: making vulnerable neighborhoods safer, healthier, and more resilient.
Maine is pushing forward with ambitious renewable energy goals, creating over 15,600 green jobs and adding record clean energy to the grid even as federal support disappears. Governor Janet Mills says the state won't let Washington slow down its fight against high energy bills.
Maine just tripled its clean energy storage capacity with a massive new battery system that can power 19,000 homes without emissions or pollution. The project creates green jobs while moving the state closer to affordable, reliable renewable energy.
Kenya just opened its first dedicated electric vehicle assembly line in Mombasa, turning imported Chinese cars into locally-built transportation. The $2.5 million project will create 3,000 jobs while making clean transportation affordable for everyday drivers.
A new center in Bengaluru will teach 100,000 young people how to use AI to fight climate change, starting with 20,000 students in its first year. The program focuses on real-world solutions like energy management and water conservation, creating jobs in India's growing green economy.
Britain's biggest electric vehicle battery factory just hit a massive construction milestone, using the same amount of British steel as Wembley Stadium. The Somerset gigafactory will create 4,000 jobs and power the UK's clean energy future.
Ten European countries just committed to building enough offshore wind power to supply 143 million homes by 2040. The North Sea project will create 91,000 jobs while slashing energy costs across the continent.
Canada is planning to pour up to $200 billion into wind, solar, and energy storage over the next decade, creating 350,000 jobs while dramatically cutting emissions. The massive investment signals a bold commitment to clean energy just as neighboring nations debate their renewable futures.
A Bay Area company is preparing the next generation for green jobs by training young workers to help homeowners make the switch to clean energy. These trainees are gaining real-world skills while helping families reduce their carbon footprint.
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