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Global renewable energy goal falls short of 2030 target, says IEA

Global renewable energy goal falls short of 2030 target, says IEA

The world is not on track to triple renewable electricity generation by 2030, an important step in transitioning from fossil fuels, but progress is accelerating.

Fiona Harvey reports for The Guardian.

In short:

  • The International Energy Agency (IEA) found that current policies would only roughly double global renewable generation by 2030.
  • Solar power constitutes about half of the planned capacity, while wind accounts for a quarter.
  • Governments must focus on upgrading electricity grids, which are currently hindering progress.

Key quote:

“The tripling target is ambitious but achievable – though only if governments quickly turn promises into plans of action.”

— Fatih Birol, executive director of the IEA

Why this matters:

Meeting renewable energy targets is essential to limiting global temperature rise to 1.5C above pre-industrial levels. Achieving these goals requires immediate government action and infrastructure improvements.

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North Sea countries lag in aligning drilling policies with climate goals

North Sea countries lag in aligning drilling policies with climate goals

None of the major North Sea oil and gas producers are set to halt drilling early enough to meet the global heating target, a stark discrepancy highlighted by a recent report.

Ajit Niranjan reports for The Guardian.

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Illinois advances access to chargers to meet EV goals

As of May, Illinois has met 7 percent of its goal to get 1 million EVs on the road by 2030. While the state has made significant efforts in recent years to facilitate the transition away from gas-powered to all-electric vehicles, further actions are necessary to meet its goal and reduce tailpipe emissions.

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Zoning slows efforts to cut transportation pollution

Connecticut won’t achieve its 2030 climate targets if it leans on electric vehicles alone to lower transportation emissions. The state also needs to convince residents to drive less.

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Germany sets the new standard for cheap, national mass transit

Germany will start one of the most affordable public transit offers anywhere in the world on Monday, setting a new benchmark to encourage consumers to ditch their cars and putting pressure on Berlin to make the shift work.
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Climate change law sets ambitious goals, but faces opposition from energy and finance ministries

Climate bill is far-reaching for Israeli energy sector, but is necessary to meet the requirements from all developed countries before the next UN climate summit in November.

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The US needs 1m more electricians to hit climate goals. Can it recruit more women?

Women face barriers in the sector, including harassment and exclusionary unions, but they would help resolve a crucial labor shortage and could also help close the gender wage gap.

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