#renewable

#News: #AI and the #fossilfuel lobby are flooding #Australia with fake climate news to stop increaase in #renewable energy 🛑🔥🧐 #ClimateChange #greenwashing #misinformation @palmoildetectives@mastodonapp.uk https://theconversation.com/fake-news-on-everything-from-whales-to-wind-farms-australia-is-flooded-with-climate-misinformation-278989?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=Palm+Oil+Detectives&utm_campaign=publer

Solar panels are creating an unexpected effect by forming rainfall clouds and thriving oases in the middle of the desert #Erneuerbare #Renewable #GoodNews ecoportal.net/en/solar-panels-… The article published in Science has detailed how massive solar arrays in the Sahara Desert have started to trigger increased rainfall and vegetation growth. They drastically lower the temperature around the sand that they sit on, effectively “greening” the desert. As the warm air around the panels has nowhere else to go but up, they naturally form massive rainclouds in a part of the world known for its dryness.

Seven countries now generate 100% of their electricity from renewable energy "Albania, Bhutan, Nepal, Paraguay, Iceland, Ethiopia and the Democratic Republic of Congo" Canada is on the list of 50 countries producing over 50% of their electricity with #renewable #energy https://www.the-independent.com/tech/renewable-energy-solar-nepal-bhutan-iceland-b2533699.html

undefined | Here’s how Denmark compares to other countries as fuel prices rise and what role green energy plays by TheCopenhagenPost Fuel prices across Europe have surged since the escalation of the war in Iran, but the magnitude of the increase differs sharply from country to country. Denmark, while experiencing a smaller percentage jump than several of its neighbours, still finds itself among the continent’s most expensive markets for gasoline and diesel. The relative moderation in price growth has prompted analysts to examine whether the nation’s extensive green‑energy infrastructure is buffering consumers from the full impact of the crisis. For Danish commuters, the higher cost of petrol translates into noticeably deeper pockets. Drivers report needing to allocate a larger share of their household budgets to fuel, especially those who travel regularly between suburbs and the capital. Although the price rise is less steep than in places such as Italy or Spain, the absolute level of fuel costs remains high enough to affect everyday mobility, prompting a rise in interest for alternative transport modes and greater scrutiny of household expenses. The lingering question is how much Denmark’s investment in wind, solar and other renewable sources can shield its citizens from future oil‑price shocks. While the green‑energy mix does reduce overall dependence on imported fossil fuels, the country’s still‑significant reliance on road transport means that fuel price volatility continues to hit consumers. Policymakers are therefore weighing further incentives for electric vehicles, expanded public‑transport options, and additional renewable capacity to ensure that the green transition can serve as a more effective hedge against external market turbulence. Read more: undefined #denmark #europe #renewable #electricvehicles

Africa’s Solar Revolution Powers Millions Without Waiting for the Grid #Erneuerbare #Renewable #GoodNews microgridmedia.com/africas-sol… This quiet transformation is accelerating faster than anyone expected. In 2025, Africa installed approximately 4.5 gigawatts of new solar capacity, a 54% year-on-year increase marking the fastest growth rate ever recorded.

Let's talk about #Microsoft reaffirming its commitment to 100% of its electricity consumption with #renewable #energy purchases. First, this is a good thing, especially in light of their plans for data center expansion. It's not just empty promises, they actually did achieve this for the first time last year. Look, I don't like everything Microsoft does, but they do deserve some credit here. Having said that, matching is not the same as 24/7 carbon-free electricity... https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/climate-energy/microsoft-keep-buying-enough-renewable-energy-match-all-its-electricity-needs-2026-02-18/

I find it kind of neat to think that the #solar (and #renewable) power uprising is unstoppable at this point it does not matter if you don't think it's worth it, in the long run solar always wins due to near-zero operating expenditures, and in the short term solar also wins because even high efficiency panels are literally cheaper than plywood these days. and if you're worried about the nights: guess what, (e.g LiFePo4) battery cells are now also like 50-100$ per kWh. Fossil fuels are losing.