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36 stories tagged with "Climate Investment"
Norway and Denmark Fund 500 MW Philippine Solar Project
Planet Wins•Oct 20

Norway and Denmark Fund 500 MW Philippine Solar Project

Two Nordic nations are backing the Philippines' largest solar cluster with a $310 million investment that will power 650,000 homes. The move marks a major milestone in Southeast Asia's renewable energy transformation.

PV Magazine•2 min read
UK Commits $1.6B to Power Southeast Asia's Green Future
Planet Wins•Oct 13

UK Commits $1.6B to Power Southeast Asia's Green Future

Britain is investing $1.6 billion to help five Southeast Asian countries switch from fossil fuels to clean energy over the next five years. The funding will spark twice as much private investment, creating thousands of jobs while cutting carbon emissions.

Planet Wins Desk•3 min read
UK Commits $1.6B for Clean Energy in Southeast Asia
Planet Wins•Oct 13

UK Commits $1.6B for Clean Energy in Southeast Asia

Britain's development finance institution is investing $1.6 billion over five years to power Southeast Asia's shift to clean energy. The funding will support renewable projects across Indonesia, Vietnam, the Philippines, Malaysia, and Thailand.

Planet Wins Desk•2 min read
$500M Fund Brings Fast Solar Power to Growing US Grid
Planet Wins•Oct 11

$500M Fund Brings Fast Solar Power to Growing US Grid

A new half-billion-dollar fund is racing to build solar and battery projects across America as electricity demand surges. The solution targets the sweet spot where speed meets scale.

Planet Wins Desk•3 min read
Amazon Hits 1 GW of UK Clean Energy Projects
Planet Wins•Oct 8

Amazon Hits 1 GW of UK Clean Energy Projects

Amazon just crossed a major milestone in the UK: over 1 gigawatt of renewable energy capacity spread across 50 projects. The company invested $3.9 billion in clean tech while creating 34,000 jobs and powering the equivalent of 1.3 million homes.

Planet Wins Desk•3 min read
Planet Wins•Sep 18

Thailand Gets $25M Solar Boost From Swiss Climate Fund

A Swiss investment firm just committed $25 million to expand solar energy across Thailand, part of a massive push to bring clean power to Southeast Asia. The funding will help build renewable infrastructure in a region experiencing rapid economic growth and surging energy demand.

Planet Wins Desk•2 min read
Philippines Hosts Clean Energy Forum to Close $120B Gap
Planet Wins•Aug 19

Philippines Hosts Clean Energy Forum to Close $120B Gap

Southeast Asia needs $150 billion annually for clean energy by 2030 but raised only $30 million in 2021. The Philippines is bringing together 1,500 leaders this October to turn that around.

Planet Wins Desk•2 min read
US Clean Energy Investment Jumps 22% in Second Quarter
Planet Wins•Aug 14

US Clean Energy Investment Jumps 22% in Second Quarter

American clean energy investment hit $75 billion last quarter, the second-highest on record. Homeowners are leading the charge, doubling down on solar batteries as prices drop.

Planet Wins Desk•2 min read
Morocco Clean Energy Summit Unites 100+ Leaders in Marrakesh
Planet Wins•Jul 3

Morocco Clean Energy Summit Unites 100+ Leaders in Marrakesh

Morocco just hosted a landmark energy summit that brought together investors, developers, and policymakers to turn the country's clean energy vision into reality. Over 50 pre-scheduled meetings helped move green projects from planning to action.

Planet Wins Desk•2 min read
Planet Wins•Jun 24

Mexico and Brazil Get $500M to Clean Up Heavy Industry

Two of Latin America's largest economies just secured World Bank funding that could unlock billions more to transform their dirtiest industries. The investment targets steel, cement, and chemical plants while creating thousands of green jobs.

Mexico News Daily•2 min read
Planet Wins•Jun 19

Green Economy Hits $10 Trillion, Outpaces Fossil Fuels

Companies focused on environmental solutions just crossed $10 trillion in total market value, proving that green business isn't just good for the planet—it's great for profits. Despite political pushback and market volatility, these companies have beaten traditional investments by 133% since 2008.

Inside Climate News•2 min read
African Fund Raises $76M to Power Continent with Local Money
Innovation•Jun 10

African Fund Raises $76M to Power Continent with Local Money

A Lagos-based investment firm just secured $76 million to build roads, power plants, and digital infrastructure across Africa using pension funds from African workers themselves. For the first time, everyday Africans' retirement savings could finance the continent's own future instead of relying on foreign investors.

TechCabal•3 min read