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Tiny Power Modules Could Enable Local, Low-Carbon Electricity for a Decentralised Energy System
January 2nd, 2026 • Researchers have developed a compact power module capable of converting heat directly into electricity at high efficiency. The technology could support off-grid power, industrial waste heat recovery, and resilient low-carbon energy systems.
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U.S. Emergency Order Keeps Indiana Coal Plants Online as Grid Reliability Concerns Rise
January 2nd, 2026 • The U.S. Department of Energy has issued an emergency order allowing two Indiana coal-fired power plants to continue operating beyond planned retirement dates. The decision highlights growing tensions between grid reliability, extreme weather risks, and long-term decarbonisation goals in the US power sector.
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EU Concedes Carbon Border Tax Design Flaws as It Finalises Broader Roll-Out
January 2nd, 2026 • The European Commission has acknowledged that its Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) was “too broad” and “too clunky,” announcing a series of revisions ahead of the mechanism’s full implementation on January 1, 2026. The changes broaden the scope of liable products and introduce measures to close loopholes, but industry and global trade partners remain skeptical about its efficiency and fairness.
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China Eases IPO Rules for Reusable Rocket Developers to Support Space Sector Growth
January 1st, 2026 • China has eased initial public offering rules for companies developing reusable rockets, signalling stronger state backing for its commercial space sector. The policy shift aims to improve access to capital for private launch firms while supporting broader industrial and technological priorities linked to efficiency and emissions reduction.
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Global Renewable Energy Investment Reached USD 807 Billion in 2024, IRENA Says
January 1st, 2026 • Global investment in renewable energy climbed to USD 807 billion in 2024, underscoring continued momentum in the energy transition despite economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions. According to new data from the International Renewable Energy Agency, solar and wind dominated spending, while investment gaps remain across regions critical to meeting net zero targets.
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Europe Funds Steel Decarbonization, but Industrial Progress Remains Slow
January 1st, 2026 • Europe has committed billions of euros to decarbonise its steel industry, recognising the sector’s central role in meeting climate targets. Yet despite growing public support and pilot projects, structural barriers, high costs, and infrastructure gaps are slowing large-scale transformation.
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Industrial Clusters are Emerging as Key Engines of the Circular Economy
December 31st, 2025 • Industrial clusters are increasingly shaping how circular economy principles are implemented at scale, helping industries reduce emissions, lower costs, and reuse resources more efficiently. New analysis highlights how shared infrastructure, policy alignment, and collaboration across value chains can accelerate net-zero transitions.
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Global Coal Demand Hits Record in 2025, Challenging Climate Transition Efforts
December 31st, 2025 • Global coal consumption is set to reach an all-time high in 2025, driven by rising output in the United States and uneven declines elsewhere, according to the International Energy Agency. The record demand underscores the complexity of the global energy transition and highlights policy and market pressures that continue to support fossil fuel use even as climate commitments intensify.
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Schneider Electric Integrates Climate Adaptation Into Corporate Sustainability Strategy
December 31st, 2025 • As climate risks increasingly disrupt infrastructure, supply chains, and energy systems, Schneider Electric is embedding climate adaptation alongside mitigation within its sustainability strategy. The approach aims to strengthen operational resilience while supporting customers and partners facing physical climate risks.
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Prepaid Renewable Leases Gain Traction as Data Centers Seek Faster, Flexible Clean Power Deals
December 30th, 2025 • Large data center operators are increasingly turning to prepaid renewable energy leases and data-driven contracting models to secure clean electricity more quickly and with greater financial certainty. The approach, highlighted by recent Utility Dive reporting, reflects mounting pressure on hyperscalers and colocation providers to meet net zero targets amid grid congestion and long interconnection queues.
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Asahi Expands Net-Zero and Biodiversity Strategy Through Sustainable Packaging Reforms
December 30th, 2025 • Asahi Group Holdings is advancing its net zero and biodiversity commitments by redesigning packaging across its global beverage portfolio. The strategy focuses on emissions reduction, circular materials, and ecosystem protection, with implications for suppliers, regulators, and consumer goods companies worldwide.
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EU 2040 Climate Target Deal Signals Major Carbon Pricing Reforms from 2026
December 30th, 2025 • A political agreement on the European Union’s 2040 climate target is setting the direction for substantial reforms to carbon pricing and emissions trading after 2026. The deal strengthens policy certainty for industries while signalling tighter rules, expanded carbon markets, and higher compliance costs across the EU economy.