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This VisualCapitalist analysis of $1.5 trillion in global power investment highlights a defining trend in the energy sector: capital is increasingly flowing toward solar, wind, and nuclear as clean technologies gain momentum worldwide. This rapid scale-up reflects not only declining technology costs but also the urgency of climate commitments and electrification goals. However, the pace of investment still trails what is required to build resilient grids, expand storage capacity, and close access gaps in emerging markets. What strategies should the industry prioritize to balance clean energy growth with reliability and affordability across diverse regions? #EnergyTransition #CleanEnergy #PowerInvestment #SustainableGrowth https://lnkd.in/ezexrEv2

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni may talk up nuclear and natural gas but her nation is quietly moving into a European lead when it comes to deploying battery energy storage systems for the renewable energy buildout. #Italy #BESS Terna SpA #FERX #FER2 https://lnkd.in/g-xXuPSV

"On Aug. 1, Interior Secretary Doug Burgum mandated that federal leasing decisions factor in “capacity density” for solar and wind projects. His order defines “capacity density” as the amount of electricity a proposed facility is expected to produce, as a share of the maximum “nameplate” amount, divided by the site’s total acres. An appendix to the order shows that nuclear and combined-cycle gas plants rank highest on this measure, while renewables come in last." Learn more https://lnkd.in/e-vwgydF

Americans Want More Energy—From More Sources Our new 2025 National Energy Study finds strong public support across the spectrum: Solar (84%) and natural gas (82%) lead the way Solid backing for wind, hydrogen, oil, coal, and nuclear The takeaway? Americans overwhelmingly support a diversified energy future. Success now depends on earning local trust—something Davies Group helps energy developers achieve every day. Read more here: https://bit.ly/4p0DlU4

As an investor-owned utility, Ameren is driven by returns, and their plan to build their largest solar facility yet signals a clear truth: solar and battery storage are now smart, cost-effective investments in the energy market. ☀️ ⚡ https://lnkd.in/dDpsDusc

The Netherlands is rolling out solar and wind power at a massively accelerated rate! In the past three years, the Dutch have added about 1,300 kWh of clean energy per person (I've managed to add 9,000kWh/per year during this time), putting the country right up there with Sweden and Finland, almost matching the legendary pace of France’s '80s nuclear boom. That’s a ton of sunshine and seaside breezes being turned into kilowatts. With more wind turbines and solar panels lining rooftops combining with grid upgrades and storage, the Dutch renewable revolution here is hopefully only going to get faster. If you want more data on the speed of renewable role out check our Hannah Ritchie's latest post: https://lnkd.in/eaPDCYjH

Natural gas and solar receive broad support across the United States: Natural gas and solar receive broad support across the United States energynews A national study by the Davies Group reveals widespread American support for the simultaneous development of both renewable and fossil energy sources, with strong approval for natural gas and solar energy.

An EU wind target for 2030 is looking increasingly difficult to meet. The EU will need to increase the pace at which it is installing wind turbines more than two-fold over the next five years to meet its 2030 target for installations. At the same time, the industry remains mired in challenges including rising costs, supply chain bottlenecks and unfavourable auction designs. “Companies are...putting less promising projects up for sale”. Also in this week’s Energy Transition Weekly: ·      Record project approvals “bolster confidence” in the UK’s location as an investment destination for renewable energy. ·      Virtual deals are seizing a growing share of clean power purchase agreements (PPAs) as corporate clients increasingly green their balance sheets without switching energy supply. ·      Can Slovakia influence EU policy on Russian gas? ·      Baltic traders urge reforms to reverse the region’s balancing market volatility. ·      Vattenfall narrows its plans for 1.5 GW of modular reactors. #Renewables #Nuclear #Solar #Wind #Emissions Find a link for a trial in the comments below.

🌍 What Powered the World in 2024—and Where’s the Shift Headed? The latest insights from the Statistical Review of World Energy 2025 spotlight a stark reality: • Global energy supply hit 592 EJ: • Oil: 34% • Coal: 28% • Natural Gas: 25% • Non-fossil fuels: ~13.5% (renewables, nuclear, hydro combined) Fossil fuels still dominate—making up nearly 87% of the world’s energy. And yet, there’s another side to the story: • Renewables powered 38% of the growth in total energy supply in 2024, outpacing all other sources. • Renewables grew from just 3% in 1990 to over 8% in 2024 of total energy demand. • In electricity, clean energy sources generated nearly 40% of the world’s power in 2023, with wind and solar rising from 0.2% to 13.4% of the mix since 2000. This paints a powerful picture: Renewables are surging rapidly—but not yet displacing fossil fuels. They’re meeting new demand, not replacing old. The Strategic Challenge For energy leaders and policymakers, the focus must go beyond clean energy expansion. We must ask: how do we ensure renewables displace, not just complement, fossil fuels? How can we balance energy access, affordability, and reliability—especially in emerging economies? Let’s discuss these strategic levers and pathways to secure a cleaner, more resilient global energy future. Reference- Visual Capitalist #EnergyTransition #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #CleanPower #EnergyGrowth #FutureOfEnergy

As the European Union fortifies its clean energy leadership, integrating solar power with smart storage systems is more essential than ever. In June 2025, solar surpassed all other energy sources—22.1 % of EU electricity—outpacing nuclear and wind combined. Yet this leap forward underscores a critical need: grid flexibility, reliability, and resilience. To sustain this momentum, SolarPower Europe launched the Battery Storage Europe Platform, calling for a tenfold expansion of battery energy storage by 2030. Meanwhile, the EU’s energy storage ecosystem surged—with 21.9 GWh of new systems in 2024, marking eleven consecutive years of record-breaking deployment. Overall, Europe’s storage capacity climbed to over 61 GWh. Why it matters: • Security & resilience: Distributed solar paired with storage safeguards against grid disruptions and rising energy demand. • Energy independence: Reduces reliance on fossil fuel imports and volatile prices. • Cost-effective decarbonization: Maximizes solar self-consumption and lowers electricity costs. • Grid stability: Smart storage provides frequency and voltage regulation, minimizing curtailment and enhancing renewable integration. As the EU races toward its 2030 goals, the synergy between solar and smart storage isn’t optional—it’s the backbone of a competitive, secure, carbon-free energy future. #EuropeanUnion #SolarEnergy #SmartstorageSystem #BatterystorageSystem #energysecurity #gridflexibility #renewableintegration #cleanenergy, #energyresilience #decarbonization #Germany #Solarenergie #PVModule