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Türkiye is ranked 53rd in this year’s CCPI, placing it among the lowest ranked countries. It receives a medium rating in Renewable Energy, low in GHG Emissions and Energy Use, and very low in Climate Policy. Türkiye is low in the CCPI because of its inadequate climate policies, lack of consideration of renewable energy projects’ effects on the local population, and an insufficient Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC). For more details, see: https://lnkd.in/dMPpvahq #ClimateChange #ClimateAction #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #EnergyTransition #ClimatePolicy #EnvironmentalPerformance #GreenhouseGasEmissions #EnergyEfficiency #FossilFuels #NetZero #CarbonNeutrality #SustainableDevelopment #ClimateLeadership #GlobalWarming #ClimateCrisis #CleanEnergy #ClimateJustice #ClimateCommitment #ClimateResponsibility #JustTransition

According to a new report by the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland, energy-related emissions in Ireland decreased last year to their lowest level in three decades, but the rate of decline is insufficient to fulfil climate targets. Read more on energy emissions fall to lowest level in 30 years: https://lnkd.in/ds4NA2AR #energy #energyemissions #seai

Climate, Energy, and Environment Ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) nations convened in Torino, Italy, reaffirming their collective determination to uphold the commitments outlined in the #ParisAgreement on #climatechange and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.  Bruce Douglas Global Renewables Alliance #solarenergy #renewableenergy #EnergeticaIndia

South Australia’s new climate bill will legally require the state to generate enough renewable energy to cover all of its annual electricity needs from 2027. The Climate Change and Greenhouse Emissions Reductions (Targets) Amendment Bill will obligate the state to slash its greenhouse gas emissions by 60% by 2030, compared to 2005 levels, and to reach net zero by 2050. Home to the city of Adelaide, South Australia has already more than halved its emissions since 2005 thanks to a rapid shift to wind, solar, and  battery technologies, which now meet around 70% of its annual power needs. The state is a leader in rooftop solar adoption, with one in every two homes having their own systems. In the week to Monday, 2 September 2024 — the last of winter — South Australia offered a glimpse of its future. Renewable generation exceeded the state’s electricity needs by 5%, with the excess exported to neighbouring states. https://lnkd.in/dA6pkRsV

Total net greenhouse gas emissions in the European Union dropped by 8% last year, marking significant progress towards climate neutrality for the EU. The huge drop was led by a significant decline in coal use and growth of renewable energy sources and supported by reduced energy consumption across Europe, according to estimated figures included in the latest European Environment Agency ‘Trends and Projections’ report published today. The annual EEA check-up on EU progress on its energy and climate targets stresses that EU Member States will need to sustain this rate of progress to achieve Europe’s climate and energy targets. Focusing on the binding national climate targets under the ESR, most countries' emissions remain below the trajectory, although an increasing number of Member States are falling behind. In 2022, emissions in the effort-sharing sectors were lower than the respective AEAs for all except eight Member States (Croatia, Cyprus, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Lithuania, Malta and Romania). Preliminary estimates indicate that this number will rise to ten in 2023. Regarding renewable energy, 21 of the 27 EU Member States saw an increase in their renewable energy shares between 2022 and 2023. Austria, Lithuania and Spain topped the list, having increased their shares by two percentage points or more in 2023. In contrast, those of Croatia, Luxembourg and Sweden decreased by roughly two percentage points over the same period. Find the report here: https://lnkd.in/dZb8Wd9k

Small Island Developing States, a distinct group of 39 states and 18 associate members, are making efforts to promote the blue economy as they possess enormous potential for renewable energy relying on the sea. Experts predict that switching to renewables will help SIDS countries decarbonize power generation as an appropriate option for islands to cut their carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, fulfill Paris Agreement pledges and contribute to the global fight against climate change. https://lnkd.in/eAE-MauB

Romania's updated NECP received some improvements, but still lacks a clear path to decarbonisation. Much of the 'transformation' is based on fossil gas, while the renewable ambition is not enough to reach the EU target. More in the blogpost: https://lnkd.in/g2-ANFrC

South Australia’s new climate bill will legally require the state to generate enough renewable energy to cover all of its annual electricity needs from 2027. The Climate Change and Greenhouse Emissions Reductions (Targets) Amendment Bill will obligate the state to slash its greenhouse gas emissions by 60% by 2030, compared to 2005 levels, and to reach net zero by 2050. Home to the city of Adelaide, South Australia has already more than halved its emissions since 2005 thanks to a rapid shift to wind, solar, and battery technologies, which now meet around 70% of its annual power needs. The state is a leader in rooftop solar adoption, with one in every two homes having their own systems. In the week to Monday, 2 September 2024 — the last of winter — South Australia offered a glimpse of its future. Renewable generation exceeded the state’s electricity needs by 5%, with the excess exported to neighbouring states.

📊 DNV’s Energy Transition Outlook 2024🌍 As we enter 2024, DNV’s latest Energy Transition Outlook provides crucial insights into our energy landscape. The report highlights that while we are at a peak in energy emissions, the subsequent slow decline presents significant challenges to achieving key climate goals. DNV emphasizes the urgent need to accelerate our efforts to meet the Paris Agreement targets. The analysis underscores the importance of innovative strategies and collaboration across sectors to drive meaningful change. This report is a vital resource for anyone committed to understanding the future of energy and the pathways to a sustainable transition. Let’s leverage these insights to enhance our climate action initiatives and push for a greener future. I highly recommend checking out the full report for a comprehensive look at the energy transition challenges and opportunities ahead. #EnergyTransition #Sustainability #ClimateAction #DNV #EnergySystems #Maritime

The goals of the Paris Climate Agreement are not unachievable, but decisive action must be taken now, according to a new analysis by BloombergNEF. Greener power generation could make the most significant contribution to reducing greenhouse gas emissions: renewable energy capacity needs to triple by 2030 to get to net zero. This would leave more time to tackle other sectors that are more difficult to convert, such as steel production and aviation. According to BloombergNEF, significantly more investment is needed to accelerate the #energytransition, and the challenges include the large amounts of land required for wind and solar projects and for mines to extract the necessary #rawmaterials.   #climate #renewableenergy #mining