Energy Transition

These two countries are the reason the EU is hitting its ambitious renewable energy targets

Solar panels cover the roof of the Paul VI hall near the cupola of Saint Peter's Basilica at the Vatican November 26, 2008. The Vatican was set to go green on Wednesday with the activation of a new solar energy system to power several key buildings and a commitment to use renewable energy for 20 percent of its needs by 2020.  REUTERS/Tony Gentile  (VATICAN)

The EU can expect it's renewable energy sources to increase to 50% by 2030. Image: REUTERS/Tony Gentile

Akshat Rathi
Reporter, Quartz
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