Renewable capacity statistics 2021
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) produces comprehensive statistics on a range of topics related to renewable energy. This publication presents renewable power generation capacity statistics
Geothermal Energy
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Renewable readiness assessment: the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan
The National Energy Strategy 2020–2030 presents the evolution of the energy sector under its vision for stimulating demand, achieving efficiency and improving electricity system flexibility. This Renewables
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Renewable energy policies in a time of transition: heating and cooling
Heating and cooling accounts for almost half of global energy consumption. With most of this relying fossil fuels, however, it contributes heavily to greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution. In parts
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Geothermal development in Eastern Africa: recommendations for power and direct use
The countries of the East African Rift region hold significant geothermal potential, giving them valuable options for sustainable electricity production and direct use. Harnessing these resources can provide
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The role of geothermal and coal in Kenya’s electricity sector and implications for sustainable development
This study aims at supporting decision making in the electricity sector in Kenya by comparing geothermal and coal as two main power generation technologies, and the impact of developing these technologies
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Getting to gender equality in the geothermal energy sector: road to sustainability
Geothermal energy is globally recognized as a clean and reliable source of heat and electric power supply. The environmental and social risks posed by geothermal energy projects share common features with
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Getting to gender equality in the geothermal energy sector: road to sustainability
Geothermal energy is globally recognized as a clean and reliable source of heat and electric power supply. The environmental and social risks posed by geothermal energy projects share common features with
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Renewable power generation costs in 2018
Renewable energy has become an increasingly competitive way to meet new power generation needs. This comprehensive cost study from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) highlights the latest
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Renewables readiness assessment: Republic of Moldova
Renewables Readiness Assessment: Republic of Moldova identifies key actions to accelerate renewable energy deployment and to cement the existing foundations of the sector. The report, based on multi-stakeholder
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Accelerating geothermal heat adoption in the agri-food sector: key lessons and recommendations
Predominantly known for power generation and district heating, geothermal energy can also be used in its primary form (i.e. heat) in the agri-food sector – for instance in greenhouses or for food drying