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GadgetroniX installed a 59.4 kWp off-grid solar system with 100 kWh of lithium battery storage at the Saadani Kasa Bay Lodge in Tanzania. The project was designed to replace unreliable and costly grid electricity that disrupted essential operations such as water pumping and laundry. The installation includes a 100 kW hybrid inverter, a remote monitoring system, and a backup generator, resulting in lower operational costs, reduced carbon emissions, and energy independence for the lodge.

Reclaim Finance criticizes ENGIE for planning a 500 MW fossil gas power plant in Nijmegen, Netherlands, arguing the project is unnecessary given the Netherlands' goal of decarbonized electricity by 2035. The organization claims that ENGIE's promise of 'hydrogen compatibility' is an illusion and warns that the project risks becoming a stranded asset, potentially requiring taxpayer-funded compensation for early closure, similar to previous coal plant exits in the region. Reclaim Finance calls on shareholders, including the French government and private investors like Amundi, BNP Paribas AM, and AXA Investment Managers, to vote against ENGIE's climate plan and management resolutions.

Reclaim Finance asserts that new gas power plants are incompatible with climate goals due to methane emissions and declining demand. It argues that future conversions to hydrogen or CCUS are unrealistic and that existing fossil plant capacity is sufficient for seasonal flexibility. The document criticizes the top 60 global banks for lacking specific electricity sector policies and calls for a 6:1 financing ratio in favor of sustainable power by 2030.

The document argues that financing new gas-fired power plants is incompatible with climate goals because gas is not a viable transition fuel, demand is peaking, and future conversions to hydrogen or CCUS are unrealistic. It calls on global banks to adopt specific power sector policies that exclude new gas financing and establish a 6:1 energy supply financing ratio in favor of sustainable alternatives by 2030.

In 2024, wind and solar combined to generate 17% of US electricity, surpassing coal (15%) for the first time. While solar generation grew by a record 27% and battery storage expanded rapidly, overall power sector CO2 emissions rose slightly by 0.7% because a 3% increase in electricity demand drove higher gas generation. Despite this, carbon intensity reached a record low of 384 gCO2/kWh.

Government representatives of Small Island Developing States (SIDS) meeting in Barbados on 12 March 2025 issued a call to action for a just energy transition. The document highlights that over 24% of the SIDS population lacks electricity and nearly 43% lack clean cooking access. To address these gaps and reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels, the SIDS call for the swift capitalization of the Loss and Damage Fund, increased public grant and concessional finance, and the implementation of the Baku to Belém Roadmap to mobilize $1.3T. Proposed actions include submitting ambitious Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) ahead of COP30, scaling up innovative financing like debt-for-climate swaps, and deploying fit-for-purpose technologies such as Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and electric cooking.

Holy Cross Energy is implementing a strategy to reach 100% renewable energy by 2030 through the deployment of distributed lithium-ion battery storage. By leveraging a $11 million USDA Rural Energy Savings Program (RESP) loan and Inflation Reduction Act direct pay tax credits, the cooperative has established the Power+ program, which provides on-bill financing for residential battery packs. This system allows the utility to perform energy arbitrage and peak shaving, reducing reliance on expensive natural-gas peaker plants while providing members with backup power during extreme weather and wildfires.

Batteries are scaling up rapidly in the US, supporting record solar growth and reducing reliance on gas and coal. In 2024, California and Nevada became the first states to exceed a 30% annual solar share. California's battery capacity grew nearly twentyfold between 2020 and 2024, allowing batteries to become the largest electricity source during evening hours in April 2024. Texas also saw significant growth, installing 3.9 GW of utility-scale battery capacity in 2024. Nationally, the US added 36 GW of new solar capacity in 2024, with 10 GW of utility-scale batteries added, reflecting a trend toward co-located solar-plus-battery projects.

The document outlines the technical approach for modeling the 'Current Policies' and 'IRA Repeal' scenarios using the Energy Policy Simulator (EPS). It details which specific IRA sections—including tax credits for renewable energy, electric vehicles, and carbon capture—were included in the analysis, which were omitted as 'out of scope,' and the specific assumptions used to calculate their effects on emissions and energy demand.

The document argues that repealing federal technology-neutral electricity tax credits (§45Y and §48E) would significantly increase household energy bills across the United States. Drawing on analyses from multiple research groups, it estimates that national annual household energy bills would rise by $40–$60 in 2030, $56–$150 in 2035, and $140–$220 by 2040. The report highlights that these credits lower costs by reducing investment expenses for wind, solar, battery, nuclear, and geothermal projects, savings which utilities are regulated to pass on to consumers. Repeal would likely lead to substantial price hikes in specific states, with some households facing increases over $500 annually.

The document asserts that the shift toward renewable energy is driven by falling costs and increasing reliability, making it resistant to political reversals. It highlights that solar, wind, and battery storage are rapidly replacing fossil fuels globally, with the International Energy Agency projecting solar will be the world's largest electricity source by 2033. While the Trump administration's policies may slow the transition and increase emissions, the guide emphasizes that the economic momentum of clean energy is already established in major economies like the EU, UK, China, and the US.

The report identifies that India requires USD 300 billion in total investment by 2032 to meet its National Electricity Plan-14 targets. It argues that managing project-specific risks is essential to keep the cost of capital low, as a 400 basis point increase in this cost could result in India falling short of its 2030 renewable energy target by 100 GW. Key risks analyzed include commissioning delays, the complexities of Firm and Dispatchable Renewable Energy (FDRE) projects, PV module performance and localization, and the financial instability of distribution companies (DISCOMs).

RMI outlines five key factors—facility suitability, electricity costs/net metering, energy efficiency, battery sizing, and available funding—to help US communities deploy solar-plus-battery microgrids that serve as resilience hubs during disasters.

The U.S. clean energy sector saw record solar and battery storage installations in 2024, with renewables accounting for approximately 90% of new capacity. However, progress is hindered by grid interconnection backlogs, rising local opposition, high interest rates, and supply chain shortages. The report also notes a slowdown in EV sales growth and warns that the Trump administration's policies may create further roadblocks to decarbonization.

RMI introduces the "Power Couples" model, which pairs large electricity consumers, such as AI data centers, with new-build wind, solar, and battery resources located near existing generators with approved grid interconnections. This approach aims to bypass long grid access wait times—which can reach five years for generation and eight years for transmission—while ensuring that the costs of new demand are borne by the users rather than general ratepayers. RMI's analysis indicates that this strategy could satisfy over 50 GW of new load at an average of 88% carbon-free energy, with significant opportunities concentrated in the PJM, ERCOT, and Southeast regions.

The document outlines how Texas municipalities and counties can catalyze the adoption of distributed energy resources (DERs) and virtual power plants (VPPs) to address rising electricity demand and grid instability. It details the types of DERs—generation, storage, and demand-side—and explains how VPPs (referred to in Texas as aggregate distributed energy resources or ADERs) coordinate these assets for grid-level benefits. The briefing identifies drivers for adoption, including the Inflation Reduction Act and extreme weather events like Winter Storm Uri and Hurricane Beryl, and provides a framework for local governments to increase adoption through public education, zoning updates, streamlined permitting, and the enrollment of government-owned assets into VPPs.

The briefing examines the components of grid reliability—resource adequacy, operational reliability, and resilience—within the context of the U.S. transition to clean energy. It argues that while load growth and fossil fuel retirements create short-term risks, a diverse portfolio of wind, solar, batteries, and demand-side resources can maintain reliability. The document emphasizes the need for interconnection reform, updated market rules for inverter-based resources, and the scaling of demand-response programs to avoid unnecessary supply-side costs.

The United States has the world's second-largest pipeline of gas-fired power plants in development, totaling over 85 GW, largely fueled by speculation regarding AI energy needs. However, most of these projects are in early stages, and there is a significant risk that they could become stranded assets if AI power demand does not materialize. The report highlights that renewables and storage are currently cheaper and faster to deploy than new gas power, while specific regions like Texas and the PJM Interconnection area are seeing the highest concentration of these developments.

Türkiye's solar capacity doubled between July 2022 and the end of 2024, reaching 19.6 GW and surpassing its 2025 target of 18 GW ahead of schedule. This growth was largely driven by unlicensed plants for self-consumption. Combined solar and wind generation avoided $15 billion in natural gas imports over two years. While solar is accelerating, wind energy growth has slowed, with 2024 capacity reaching 12.5 GW, missing its 13.3 GW target. The report highlights a significant pipeline of 33 GW in pre-licensed storage-integrated projects, far exceeding official targets, and suggests that Türkiye should update its NDC and National Energy Plan to reflect these trends and the revised 2035 targets.

In 2024, the EU experienced record growth in solar generation and capacity, with all member states seeing increases. However, the rapid expansion has led to more frequent zero or negative power prices and wider intraday price spreads. To manage this and maintain the trajectory toward 2030 targets, the report advocates for the accelerated rollout of clean flexibility tools, specifically battery storage, smart electrification, and grid modernization.