5 things to know about renewables today

Dec 10, 2021

the use of renewable energy, like these wind turbines here, must be accelerated for a sustainable planet

According to the IEA, global renewable energy capacity needs to be 80% higher than the current rate of growth by 2026 to meet 2050 targets. Image: UNSPLASH/Peter Beukema

Douglas Broom

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a chart showing that additions of renewable power capacity are on track to set yet another annual record in 2021.

Additions of renewable power capacity are on track to set yet another annual record in 2021. Image: IEA

a chart showing how solar PV is currently the lead technology in the renewables race

Solar PV is currently the lead technology in the renewables race. Image: IEA

a chart showing Asian nations are expected to account for a third of global fuel production by 2026

Asian nations are expected to account for a third of global fuel production by 2026. Image: IEA

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Hydrogen projects look set to stimulate production from renewables in Europe. Image: IEA

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Private-sector investment is key to the development of renewable energy projects. Image: IEA

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