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Renewable energy projects worth billions stuck on hold

Billions of pounds'' worth of green energy projects are on hold because they cannot plug into the UK''s electricity system, BBC research shows. Some new solar and wind sites are waiting up to 10 to

Renewable Energy Risks

South Korea has historically been dependent on cheap fossil fuel imports to meet its energy needs, with solar energy making up only 6.5% of its energy mix. In an effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance energy security, the South Korean government set a target to generate 20% of its energy from renewable sources by 2030.

Future Swiss Energy Economy: The Challenge of Storing Renewable Energy

FIGURE 2.(A) Energy demand in Switzerland (100% = 6 kW·capita −1).The dark gray section corresponds to the end energy (3.2 kW·capita −1 = 54% of which 2.4 kW·capita −1 = 40% is non-renewable). Primary energy consumption (4.2 kW·capita −1 = 70%), which includes nuclear waste heat, is middle gray. The remaining 30% for embedded energy and jet fuel

World shift to clean energy is unstoppable, IEA report says

The world is on an "unstoppable" shift towards renewable energy but the phase down of fossil fuels is not happening quickly enough, a new report says. The International Energy Agency, the global

Too much of a good thing? Spain''s green energy can exceed demand

Operated by Spanish firm Iberdrola, they are part of a trend that has accelerated Spain''s renewable energy output over the past half-decade, making the country a major presence in the industry.

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The most-used renewable sources of Swiss-produced energy are hydroelectric power (about 60%), followed by wood (just under 20%) and, in decreasing order, waste, ambient heat, sunlight, biofuels, biogases and wind. The latter, ''new'' renewable energy sources are being used more and more to provide electricity, heat and fuel. In Switzerland

Switzerland referendum: Voters back carbon cuts as glaciers melt

Voters in Switzerland have backed a new climate bill designed to cut fossil fuel use and reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. The government says the country needs to protect its energy...

The differences between renewable and non-renewable energy

A lot of our energy comes from non-renewable sources such as coal, oil and gas. These resources are made up from the remains of ancient animals and plants that develop over millions and millions

Switzerland referendum: Voters back carbon cuts as glaciers melt

A new law will require less dependence on imported oil and gas and more use of renewable sources. to protect its energy security and the environment, as glaciers melt rapidly in the Swiss Alps

Climate change: ''Default effect'' sees massive green energy switch

Swiss consumers have stayed with green energy tariffs despite the increased costs When Swiss energy companies made green electricity the default choice, huge numbers of consumers were happy to

Insuring tomorrow''s energy supply today | Swiss Re

At Swiss Re, we are standing shoulder to shoulder with insurance companies. Leveraging our 160 years of risk knowledge, local market expertise, and long-standing contribution to industry best practice, our Centre of Competence for renewable energy provides clients with the expertise to navigate a complex landscape. It also helps clients efficiently

Climate change: ''Sand battery'' could solve green energy''s big problem

So when energy prices are higher, the battery discharges the hot air which warms water for the district heating system which is then pumped around homes, offices and even the local swimming pool.

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