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Bolivia Opens Energy Sector to Clean Power Investment
Planet WinsMay 11

Bolivia Opens Energy Sector to Clean Power Investment

Bolivia just unveiled a groundbreaking law that welcomes private investment into its energy sector while championing renewable power. The shift could transform the landlocked nation into a regional clean energy hub.

Google: clean energy investment3 min read
Ireland's Solar Power Hits Record, Powers 2M Homes
Planet WinsApr 27

Ireland's Solar Power Hits Record, Powers 2M Homes

Ireland just smashed its solar power record, with sunny skies helping renewables generate enough electricity to power over two million homes at once. The milestone shows how quickly clean energy is scaling up across the country.

Google News - Solar Power Record2 min read
Wind Power Hits Record 165 GW in 2025, Powering 138 Nations
Planet WinsApr 24

Wind Power Hits Record 165 GW in 2025, Powering 138 Nations

The world installed a record 165 gigawatts of wind power in 2025, with China alone adding 120 GW as countries turn to homemade energy for security. Wind now powers 138 nations and is proving to be more than clean energy—it's economic independence.

Google News - Wind Energy3 min read
US Clean Energy Hits Record High, Powers 83M Homes
Planet WinsSep 4

US Clean Energy Hits Record High, Powers 83M Homes

Despite political headwinds, America's renewable energy sector added enough clean power in six months to reach an all-time high. The country now generates enough renewable electricity to power 83 million homes.

Google News - Clean Energy3 min read
India's Clean Energy Surge Stops Power Emissions for 2 Years
Planet Wins5d ago

India's Clean Energy Surge Stops Power Emissions for 2 Years

For the first time in over 50 years, India's coal power generation hasn't grown over a two-year period, thanks to an unprecedented boom in solar, wind, and other clean energy sources. The nation added enough renewable capacity to meet all its rising electricity demand while keeping power sector emissions completely flat.

Carbon Brief3 min read
UK Approves Record 4.9GW of Solar Power in Clean Energy Push
Planet WinsFeb 11

UK Approves Record 4.9GW of Solar Power in Clean Energy Push

Britain just greenlit a record-breaking 4.9 gigawatts of solar power, including the largest solar farm ever to win a government contract. The clean energy will power 16 million homes at half the cost of gas power.

Google News - Solar Power Record2 min read
US Solar and Wind Hit Record 19% of Power in 2025
Planet WinsMar 26

US Solar and Wind Hit Record 19% of Power in 2025

America just set a clean energy record that's making electricity cheaper in some states. Solar and wind power supplied nearly one-fifth of the nation's electricity in 2025, with solar leading an expansion that's reshaping how we power our homes.

Google News - Solar Power Record2 min read
China Tests Wireless Power Beam to Multiple Moving Targets
InnovationMay 23

China Tests Wireless Power Beam to Multiple Moving Targets

Chinese scientists successfully beamed 1,180 watts of power over 100 meters to multiple moving targets at once, a major step toward space-based solar energy. The breakthrough could one day power satellites, drones, and remote locations without cables or batteries.

Google: solar power breakthrough2 min read
World Bank Partners with AMEA Power for 2.7GW Clean Energy
Planet WinsApr 15

World Bank Partners with AMEA Power for 2.7GW Clean Energy

A major clean energy developer just secured World Bank backing to deliver 2.7 gigawatts of renewable power across emerging markets. That's enough clean electricity to power millions of homes while creating thousands of jobs.

Google: clean energy investment2 min read
India Meets Record 256 GW Peak Power Demand With Solar
SolutionsApr 29

India Meets Record 256 GW Peak Power Demand With Solar

India just powered through its highest-ever electricity demand without a single blackout, with solar energy providing more than one-fifth of the load. The milestone proves clean energy can handle massive power needs while the country keeps exporting electricity to neighbors.

Google: renewable energy record2 min read
Nigeria Settles $500M Power Debt, Unlocks New Investment
SolutionsJan 28

Nigeria Settles $500M Power Debt, Unlocks New Investment

Nigeria just paid off half a billion dollars in decade-old power sector debt through Africa's largest energy bond, finally freeing up five major power companies to expand electricity access for 12 million customers. The move signals a turning point for a country where unreliable power has held back economic growth for years.

Punch Nigeria3 min read
US Green Power Hits Record 60GW Despite Policy Headwinds
Planet WinsApr 29

US Green Power Hits Record 60GW Despite Policy Headwinds

America's clean energy sector is defying political opposition to install a record 60 gigawatts of solar, wind, and battery storage in 2026. The growth shows how economic forces are powering the renewable revolution forward, regardless of changing political winds.

Google News - Solar Power Record2 min read
Nigeria Raises $300M to Fix Decade-Old Power Grid Debt
InnovationJan 27

Nigeria Raises $300M to Fix Decade-Old Power Grid Debt

Nigeria just secured full funding for a historic $300 million bond to pay off power companies owed money for over 10 years. The move could finally unlock reliable electricity for millions of homes and businesses across the country.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
Nigeria's Economy Grows 4% as Non-Oil Sector Powers Forward
Global NewsFeb 27

Nigeria's Economy Grows 4% as Non-Oil Sector Powers Forward

Nigeria's economy expanded by 4.07% in late 2025, driven almost entirely by agriculture, services, and industry rather than oil. The West African nation is proving that economic growth doesn't have to depend on fossil fuels.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
Solar Power Set to Become World's Dominant Energy Source
Planet WinsAug 11

Solar Power Set to Become World's Dominant Energy Source

After 50 years of research and innovation, solar power is poised to supply 61% of the world's electricity by 2050, transforming how we power our lives. The shift is already underway, with solar making up 70% of all new power capacity added globally in 2025.

PV Magazine3 min read
Ethiopia Powers Up With 5,000 MW Dam and Clean Energy Push
SolutionsApr 4

Ethiopia Powers Up With 5,000 MW Dam and Clean Energy Push

Ethiopia has transformed its energy sector over eight years, moving from chronic shortages to becoming a clean energy leader with over 90% renewable electricity. The country now exports power to neighbors while building Africa's largest hydroelectric dam.

Regional: ethiopia development (ET)3 min read
India Opens Nuclear Sector to Private Companies, US Investors
InnovationMay 21

India Opens Nuclear Sector to Private Companies, US Investors

Six months after landmark legislation opened India's nuclear energy sector to private companies for the first time, a high-powered US delegation is exploring billions in potential clean energy investments. The move could accelerate India's journey toward carbon-free baseload power while creating opportunities for American nuclear technology firms.

Indian Express3 min read
India Opens Nuclear Power to Private Firms After 60 Years
Daily MixMay 3

India Opens Nuclear Power to Private Firms After 60 Years

India just ended six decades of government-only nuclear power, welcoming private companies and international partners to help supercharge clean energy growth. A major U.S. delegation arrives this month to explore partnerships that could transform how the world's most populous nation powers its future.

Indian Express3 min read
UK Urges Households to Use More Clean Power This Summer
Planet WinsApr 14

UK Urges Households to Use More Clean Power This Summer

Britain's renewable energy boom is so successful that households will soon be paid to use electricity when wind and solar power exceeds demand. The plan could lower bills while helping the grid balance record clean energy supplies.

Google News - Clean Energy2 min read
Lithuania Hits 50% Renewable Power in Just 5 Years
Planet WinsMay 23

Lithuania Hits 50% Renewable Power in Just 5 Years

Lithuania transformed from 15% to 50% renewable electricity in five years, becoming the fastest green energy transition in the EU. The country now powers 99% of its needs domestically after breaking free from Russian fossil fuels.

Google News - Clean Energy2 min read

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