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Is solar energy truly sustainable?
Solar power is hailed as clean and limitless, but its true sustainability begins long before the panels catch the sun.

Editorial Team SDG7
Nov 104 min read


Solar surge in Africa promises and pitfalls of a greener economy
Rising panel imports point to momentum, yet capital costs, skills gaps and supply chain control will decide who really benefits

Editorial Team SDG7
Nov 64 min read


Global plan to quadruple use of sustainable fuels by 2034
Brazil leads initiative to boost biofuels, biogas, hydrogen and synthetic e-fuels for hard-to-abate sectors

Editorial Team SDG7
Oct 293 min read


Scaling algae, not oil: rethinking industrial sustainability from the laboratory outwards
A student-led algae biorefinery project challenges universities to move from symbolic sustainability to scalable solutions

Editorial Team SDG7
Oct 133 min read


Grid queuing in Europe is stalling 1.7 TW of renewable projects
A backlog of renewable projects is straining outdated power grids and exposing flaws in Europe’s clean energy transition

Editorial Team SDG7
Oct 93 min read


Renewables bring light, jobs, and hope to poor countries
Clean energy can fight poverty, cut costs, and create jobs where traditional power grids fail

Editorial Team SDG7
Sep 163 min read


How sand batteries are helping cities cut emissions and heat homes
A low-cost and low-impact technology is turning excess renewable electricity into long-term heat for communities

Editorial Team SDG9
Sep 82 min read


Nuclear fusion: A sustainable energy revolution. 2027 vision.
Fusion energy promises carbon-free power for all, driving global progress on clean energy, innovation, and climate action goals

Editorial Team SDG7
Aug 115 min read


Denmark’s renewable revolution: A model for global sustainability
Denmark’s wind-powered success shows how partnerships and community ownership drive sustainable progress.

Editorial Team SDG7
Jul 223 min read


Solar Impulse Foundation: Pioneering a global shift to sustainable innovation
Over 1000 solutions align with UN Sustainable Development Goals to drive environmental and economic progress

Editorial Team SDG7
Jul 134 min read


Australian almond farm’s solar success: A model for rural decarbonisation
Harnessing solar power for sustainable agriculture

Editorial Team SDG7
Jul 64 min read


Unesco Iesalc “zero emissions universities LATAM” award highlights transformative campus projects
26 LatAm universities engage in building, energy and mobility initiatives to model zero carbon campuses

Editorial Team SDG7
Jun 253 min read


Solar microgrids: Powering resilience in conflict zones
Decentralised solar energy systems are transforming humanitarian response in Syria, Ukraine, and the Sahel

Editorial Team SDG7
Jun 23 min read


Stanford students and NGOs collaborate to advance clean energy in rural America
Innovative academic programme bridges disciplines to address energy and health disparities in rural communities

Editorial Team SDG7
May 312 min read


Atom H2: Solid hydrogen storage powering sustainable futures
Revolutionising clean energy storage to advance the global goals

Editorial Team SDG7
May 134 min read


Quantum leap for sustainability: How the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology 2025 supports the global goals
Exploring how quantum innovation in 2025 supports global sustainability, equitable access, and the United Nations SDGs

Editorial Team SDG7
May 114 min read


Unexpected electric charge from water movement opens new scientific possibilities
New research from RMIT University and the University of Melbourne reveals water’s unexpected electrical charge, offering potential applications for energy storage and safety

Editorial Team SDG7
Mar 262 min read


India's solar energy revolution: Innovations, challenges, and global impact
India's solar energy growth highlights its commitment to sustainability, while tackling challenges in manufacturing and land-use conflicts

Editorial Team SDG7
Feb 263 min read


Renewable energy: Paving the way for sustainable development goals
Renewable energy: a crucial driver for global sustainability, economic equality, and climate action in the face of rising energy demand

Editorial Team SDG7
Feb 184 min read


Borkum Riffgrund 3: A milestone in offshore wind energy
The Borkum Riffgrund 3 offshore wind farm, set to be Germany's largest offshore wind farm, represents a crucial advancement in sustainabilit

Editorial Team SDG7
Feb 103 min read
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