New data reveals EU onshore wind potential twice as high as previously estimated!
To meets its ambitious climate targets, the EU needs to install 200 GW of new wind energy capacity by 2030 – a huge challenge. But do we actually have enough wind in the right places?
Our new report on Europe’s onshore wind energy potential provides a resounding YES to this question. And for many scenarios, the economically viable potential of onshore wind is twice as high as previously estimated.
EU measures to scale-up geothermal energy
A major advantage of geothermal energy, compared to other renewable energy sources, is that it is not dependent on the weather. According to the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), geothermal energy could be a factor in stabilising electricity grids as it helps offset the risks associated with an energy system based on the variable supplies of other renewable energy sources.
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Commission launches consultation on draft methodology for low- carbon hydrogen
The European Commission is today launching a 4-week call for feedback on the draft delegated act which clarifies the methodology for evaluating the emission savings of low-carbon hydrogen and fuels.
The EU is reducing its energy dependencies. In the first quarter of 2024, the share of renewable energy in the EU surged to 46%, surpassing fossil fuels. The 🇪🇺 electricity market report highlights a significant drop in fossil fuel usage, falling to 25% from 31% in the same period last year.
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