The Dutch Senate has voted to abolish the solar energy compensation scheme, effective 2027, which allowed solar panel owners to offset their generated energy against what they consumed. The move follows debates within the government regarding subsidies for solar energy…
The International Energy Agency (IEA) highlights the significant potential of geothermal energy, which could meet 15% of global electricity demand growth by 2050 if costs continue to decrease. Currently, only 1% of global electricity consumption comes from geothermal sources. With…
In the first 11 months of 2024, wind farms contributed 32% to Ireland’s electricity demand, according to Wind Energy Ireland. Despite a decline in generation during November, strong winds propelled wind farms to produce 29% of clean electricity that month….
A new geothermal heating system in Anthea, Evros, promises significant energy savings and improved comfort for local residents, including schools that previously struggled with heating costs. The system maintains indoor temperatures between 20-21 degrees Celsius and operates continuously without additional…
A study commissioned by Germany’s Federal Ministry of Transport has revealed that there are approximately 250,000 suitable locations for solar installations alongside highways, potentially generating over 50 gigawatts of energy. While not a complete solution for renewable energy needs, these…
