The US drive to decarbonize is at an inflection point. Critical actions could accelerate the transition while enhancing energy affordability and supporting inclusive economic growth. The passage of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)—as well as the commitments made by the federal government to cut greenhouse-gas (GHG) emissions by 50 to 52 percent by 2030 and […]
Madhya Pradesh aims to play a big role in India’s energy transition – EQ Mag
As India strives to be a key player in clean energy generation, Madhya Pradesh aims to transform into a major destination of renewable energy generation by using its rich natural source base. To explore possibilities and utilise existing opportunities, the state will organise its 7th edition of Madhya Pradesh Global Investors Summit 2023 on 11 […]
How will India as G20 President steer Energy Transition? – EQ Mag
With India having assumed Presidency of G20 this month, there is intense speculation on the priorities and thrust areas that G20 may pursue under India’s captaincy. The most recent statement of G20 Leaders issued in Bali in November this year highlights a few key issues that the G20 is expected to focus on. The Declaration […]
Energy storage and the energy transition – EQ Mag
The bulk of her time is taken up with carbon project development and trying to encourage a circular economy in South Africa. “Energy is the low hanging fruit to creating to stimulus to encourage reinvestment into water nexus and reforestation and all the other waste areas we should be looking at,” said Dean. Through her […]
Could supply-chain issues derail the energy transition? – EQ Mag
Electric-vehicle penetration is the biggest driver of oil demand declines in the energy transition. However, emerging supply bottlenecks for key battery materials could be an unexpected barrier. The need for oil-based fuels to provide the ongoing security of the supply that consumers demand may be greater than industry or policy makers appreciate, even in the […]
EIB to support energy transition, water management & digital transition in Central Asia – EQ Mag
As part of EU-led efforts to support Central Asia mitigate the socio-economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and Russian aggression in Ukraine, the European Investment Bank took part in the EU-Central Asia Connectivity Conference in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. EIB Vice President Teresa Czerwinska, represented the Bank at the Conference with a key note address at the […]
‘Indiscriminate use of hydrogen’ could slow the energy transition, report says – EQ Mag
“Indiscriminate use of hydrogen” could, the International Renewable Energy Agency says, “slow down the energy transition.” The energy transition can broadly be seen as a shift away from fossil fuels to a system dominated by renewables. Over the past few years, major economies and businesses have looked to tap into the emerging green hydrogen sector. […]
G20 Summit Sends Positive Signal for COP27; Countries Announce Major Funding Package for Indonesia’s Energy Transition – EQ Mag
BALI, INDONESIA : The G20 Leaders’ Summit in Bali, Indonesia, has come to a close with countries issuing an important declaration on climate change as the COP27 negotiations enter their final stretch. G20 countries reaffirmed the goals of the Paris Agreement, the need to address loss and damage, and keep the 1.5 degrees C limit […]
AIIB and GEAPP Enter USD1 Billion Investment Partnership to Fund the Energy Transition in Asia and Beyond – EQ Mag Pro
Today at COP27, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) announced a strategic investment partnership mobilizing up to USD1 billion for the financing of green energy transition and renewable energy projects, in both the public and private sectors. The partnership sees AIIB and GEAPP cooperating through […]
AIIB and GEAPP enter $1 billion investment partnership to fund the energy transition in Asia and beyond – EQ Mag Pro
Sharm El-Sheik, Egypt : Today at COP27, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) announced a historic collaboration and strategic investment partnership mobilizing up to USD1 billion for the financing of green energy transition and renewable energy projects, in both the public and private sectors. The […]