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Solar Together Initiative Expands Across the UK, Offering Affordable Renewable Energy to Residents

Residents across the UK are gaining increased access to affordable renewable energy, thanks to the continued rollout of the Solar Together initiative. This innovative [...]

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Daily News

Highlights from European Sustainable Energy Week 2025

From 10th – 12th June 2025, the European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) returned to Brussels, uniting key players from the clean energy sector and [...]

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Daily News

New Global Coalition Announced To Support COP30

The countdown to COP30 is on, with just 5 months until the Conference of the Parties begins in Brazil on 10th November 2025, bringing [...]

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Renewable Energy Insights

Global Energy Investment Hits Record High: Key Takeaways from the IEA’s 2025 Report

Global energy investment is set to reach an unprecedented $3.3 trillion in 2025, according to the International Energy Agency’s latest World Energy Investment report. [...]

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Case Studies

REI Alumni Spotlight – Jose Jiminez-Garcia, Master in Renewable Energy Award Achiever

The Renewable Energy Institute (REI) is regularly in contact with participants who are attending its courses in order to achieve the internationally recognised Galileo [...]

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Daily News

South Korea Accelerates Toward a Renewable Future with AI

South Korea is making a decisive leap toward a high-tech, sustainable future. President Lee Jae-myung has unveiled an ambitious national strategy to position the [...]

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Renewable Energy Insights

Closing the Green Skills Gap: Empowering the Next Generation of Renewable Energy Professionals

As the world accelerates its shift toward cleaner, more sustainable energy systems, the renewable energy sector is experiencing unprecedented growth. Solar, wind and other [...]

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Daily News

A Push to Increase Ambition for Community Energy

In Wales, the Future Generations Commissioner, Derek Walker, is urging the government to significantly ramp up its support for community-owned renewable energy projects. He [...]

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Texas Votes Against Republicans To Protect Renewable Energy Projects

Despite being one of the biggest oil and gas producers in the US, Texas has recently pushed back against Republicans who were aiming to [...]

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Daily News

Millions to Benefit from New Rules Easing Heat Pump Installation

A major planning rule requiring heat pumps to be installed at least 1 metre from a neighbour’s property has been scrapped, as the UK [...]

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Daily News

Daily News

Solar Together Initiative Expands Across the UK, Offering Affordable Renewable Energy to Residents

Residents across the UK are gaining increased access to affordable renewable energy, thanks to the continued rollout of the Solar Together initiative. This innovative [...]

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Daily News

Highlights from European Sustainable Energy Week 2025

From 10th – 12th June 2025, the European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) returned to Brussels, uniting key players from the clean energy sector and [...]

Read More

Daily News

New Global Coalition Announced To Support COP30

The countdown to COP30 is on, with just 5 months until the Conference of the Parties begins in Brazil on 10th November 2025, bringing [...]

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Daily News

South Korea Accelerates Toward a Renewable Future with AI

South Korea is making a decisive leap toward a high-tech, sustainable future. President Lee Jae-myung has unveiled an ambitious national strategy to position the [...]

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Daily News

A Push to Increase Ambition for Community Energy

In Wales, the Future Generations Commissioner, Derek Walker, is urging the government to significantly ramp up its support for community-owned renewable energy projects. He [...]

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Daily News

Texas Votes Against Republicans To Protect Renewable Energy Projects

Despite being one of the biggest oil and gas producers in the US, Texas has recently pushed back against Republicans who were aiming to [...]

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Daily News

Millions to Benefit from New Rules Easing Heat Pump Installation

A major planning rule requiring heat pumps to be installed at least 1 metre from a neighbour’s property has been scrapped, as the UK [...]

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Daily News

Renewable Energy Capacity Estimated to Triple Worldwide by 2035

Global renewable energy capacity is projected to surge from 3.42 terawatts (TW) at the end of 2024 to 11.2 TW by 2035, according to [...]

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Daily News

Canada To Fast-Track Renewable Energy Adoption Under New Government

Canada has recently pledged to become a clean energy superpower. Under the newly elected government, Energy Minister Tim Hodgson has set out plans to [...]

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Wind and Solar Reach 25% Share of China’s Electricity Mix

China reached a significant renewable energy milestone in April, with wind and solar power together generating 26% of the country’s electricity, marking the first [...]

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Case Studies

Case Studies

REI Alumni Spotlight – Jose Jiminez-Garcia, Master in Renewable Energy Award Achiever

The Renewable Energy Institute (REI) is regularly in contact with participants who are attending its courses in order to achieve the internationally recognised Galileo [...]

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Case Studies

REI Alumni Spotlight – Régis Leonhard, Energy Transition Consultant

Master in Renewable Energy Award Achiever The Renewable Energy Institute (REI) is delighted to focus on the achievements of those who have attended our [...]

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Case Studies

REI Alumni Spotlight – Peter Jenkin: Artificial Intelligence For Renewable Energy

GMC Achievers & REI Alumni Spotlight Here at the Renewable Energy Institute (REI) we aim to highlight the achievements of those who have attended [...]

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Case Studies

REI Alumni Spotlight – Helen Jameson, The Crown Estate

GMC Achievers & REI Alumni Spotlight Accredited Renewable Energy Management and Finance Course – Live Virtual Classroom The Renewable Energy Institute (REI) is delighted [...]

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Case Studies

REI Alumni Spotlight – Faisa Omar, Energy Saving Trust

GMC Achievers & REI Alumni Spotlight Accredited Heat Pumps Course The Renewable Energy Institute (REI) is delighted to focus on the achievements of those [...]

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Case Studies

REI Alumni Spotlight – Jean Denis Bryan Laviolette

GMC Achievers & REI Alumni Spotlight Accredited Master in Renewable Energy Award The Renewable Energy Institute (REI) is delighted to focus on the achievements [...]

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Case Studies

REI Alumni Spotlight – Robert Nyamvumba, DIS Ltd

GMC Achievers & REI Alumni Spotlight Accredited Master in Renewable Energy Award The Renewable Energy Institute (REI) is delighted to focus on the achievements [...]

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Case Studies

REI Alumni Spotlight – Ousmane Sissouma, Associate Engineer, United Nations (Mali)

GMC Certificate Achievers & REI Alumni Spotlight Accredited Master in Renewable Energy Award The Renewable Energy Institute is pleased to focus on the achievements [...]

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Case Studies

REI Alumni Spotlight – Sumanta De, TATA Group

GMC Certificate Achievers & REI Alumni Spotlight Assistant General Manager – Electrical, TATA Group, Sumanta De The Renewable Energy Institute is pleased to focus [...]

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Case Studies

REI Alumni Spotlight – Emilia Groupp, Stanford University

GMC Certificate Achievers & REI Alumni Spotlight PhD Student, Stanford University, Emilia Groupp The Renewable Energy Institute is pleased to focus on the achievements [...]

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Energy Learning Journal

Energy Learning Journal

Design And Implementation of a Solar Wheelbarrow System for Rural Communities in Nigeria

ABSTRACT One of the reasons for the shortage of power supply in rural areas in Nigeria may be connected to its economic implication (it [...]

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Energy Learning Journal

Fracking vs. Renewables?

Learn about energy options with the  Green Energy Consultant Expert Certificate. For more information email training@renewableinstitute.org or phone (UK) 0131 446 9479 The issue [...]

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Energy Learning Journal

Ammonia – The key to unlocking hydrogen’s potential as a low carbon alternative to fossil fuels?

Hydrogen is widely expected to be the energy carrier to replace fossil fuels as renewable energy becomes more prevalent. A good energy carrier needs [...]

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Energy Learning Journal

Hydrogen, a New Energy Vector for a Decarbonised Europe

Introduction Low carbon hydrogen will play a crucial role in Europe’s decarbonised future economy, as shown in many recent scenarios. In a system soon [...]

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Energy Learning Journal

The Green Potential of Singapore’s Energy Industry

    Abstract The Southeast Asian city-state of Singapore is well-known to be a technologically advanced and affluent country. It has a GDP per [...]

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Energy Learning Journal

Solar Power – A Solid Modern Investment

The success of solar photovoltaics in the renewables industry has a simple explanation: sunlight is available all over the world. As photovoltaic cells can [...]

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Energy Learning Journal

Two Systems, One Solution: Transitioning from Residential Traditional String Inverters to DC Converter and Micro-Inverter Module Level Power Electronics (MLPE) solutions in the United States

A growing practice within the United States, and more specifically California, is the installation of solar modules with a tilt with the azimuth to [...]

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Energy Learning Journal

A Solar Powered Computer Lab for Malawi

Project Background Since 2013 The Turing Trust has been delivering computers to several sub-Saharan African countries for ICT skills training in schools and colleges, [...]

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Energy Learning Journal

A Real Look at Change Management for Utility Technology Implementation

Abstract A wealth of literature exists on the need for change management in technology implementations and how deliberate the process needs to be for [...]

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Energy Learning Journal

The Electric Vehicles Industry is Accelerating

The Renewable Energy Institute's (REI) course on Electric Vehicles is open to anyone who is looking to expand their knowledge in this fascinating area. [...]

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Institute Announcements

Institute Announcements

The Institute’s Online Earth Day Webinar

The theme of this year's Earth Day was 'Our Power, Our Planet,' inviting everyone around the globe to unite behind renewable energy, and to [...]

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Institute Announcements

The Renewable Energy Institute Webinar: Shaping the Future of Renewable Energy

Take your career in renewable energy to the next level! In January 2025, the Renewable Energy Institute hosted a panel of our Expert Lecturers [...]

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Institute Announcements

Join the Institute’s Online Webinar: Shaping the Future of Renewable Energy

The Renewable Energy Institute is excited to host an informative online webinar on Thursday 30th January 2025, 1-2pm UK time. We welcome you to [...]

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Institute Announcements

MOP36: 10TH EDITION OF THE INSTITUTE’S INTERNATIONAL SPECIAL ISSUE LAUNCHED IN BANGKOK

The 36th Meeting of the Parties to the Montreal Protocol (MOP36) recently took place in Bangkok between 28th October and 1st November 2024. During [...]

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Institute Announcements

Join the REI’s COP29 Webinar: Our roundtable of renewable energy experts discuss the outcomes from Baku

The global conversation about climate change is more urgent than ever and COP29 is set to play a pivotal role in shaping the future [...]

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Institute Announcements Renewable Energy Insights

Make 2024 the ‘Year of Renewables’ with REI’s Accredited Master in Renewable Energy Award

After COP28’s agreement to transition away from fossil fuels, many have hailed 2024 as the year of renewables. In the US, they are forecasting [...]

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Conferences Institute Announcements

An Extraordinary Success for the 20th European Conference on Refrigeration Technologies

The 20th edition of the renowned European Conference by United Nations and Centro Studi Galileo, which took place this summer at the Politecnico di Milano, [...]

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Institute Announcements Renewable Energy Insights

The Renewable Energy Industry: Employment Opportunities and Increased Demand for Trained Personnel

The renewable energy sector is booming, bringing with it employment opportunities and increased demand for personnel. As more countries commit to reducing carbon emissions, [...]

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Institute Announcements

REI Launches New Global Energy Transition Course

Be part of the journey to net zero with our new course! The Institute is excited to be adding to our wide range of [...]

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Institute Announcements

Renewable Energy Institute Course Taster Session

The Renewable Energy Institute (REI) offers a wide range of state-of-the-art Renewable Energy training courses. The courses are suitable for anyone who would like [...]

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Renewable Energy Insights

Renewable Energy Insights

Global Energy Investment Hits Record High: Key Takeaways from the IEA’s 2025 Report

Global energy investment is set to reach an unprecedented $3.3 trillion in 2025, according to the International Energy Agency’s latest World Energy Investment report. [...]

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Renewable Energy Insights

Closing the Green Skills Gap: Empowering the Next Generation of Renewable Energy Professionals

As the world accelerates its shift toward cleaner, more sustainable energy systems, the renewable energy sector is experiencing unprecedented growth. Solar, wind and other [...]

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Renewable Energy Insights

The Nevis Geothermal Energy Project: Solving The Caribbean’s Energy Crisis

As small island nations face rising sea levels and increasing energy costs, many are turning to renewable energy to secure a more resilient and [...]

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Renewable Energy Insights

Corporate Sustainability & Renewable Energy: How Businesses Are Transitioning to a Greener Future

Introduction  As the focus on climate concerns and environmental responsibility grows, businesses worldwide are embracing corporate sustainability initiatives to reduce their carbon footprint, and [...]

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Renewable Energy Insights

Institute Insights: Renewable Energy In Remote Locations

In order for a successful energy transition to take place, all corners of the globe, whether urban or rural, will require access to reliable [...]

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Renewable Energy Insights

Inspiring Ideas for a Greener Home: Top Tips to Boost Energy Efficiency

Making our homes as energy efficient as possible has long been essential for reducing energy consumption and ensuring a comfortable living environment. However, with [...]

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Renewable Energy Insights

Expert Insights: Photovoltaic Progress In 2023

Written by John I. B. Wilson, Renewable Energy Institute Solar Expert The International Energy Agency has upgraded the status of solar photovoltaics to meet Net [...]

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Renewable Energy Insights

Stuck in the slow lane: What did COP29 achieve and how does this affect transport decarbonisation?

Written by Alexander Lewis-Jones, REI Electric Vehicles Expert Was COP29 the most bleak COP yet? The Conference of the Parties (COP) is attended by [...]

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Renewable Energy Insights

Institute Insights: What Happened at COP29?

Watch our team of experts give an analysis of COP29 or scroll down to read our full article. Have a question about COP29? Send [...]

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Renewable Energy Insights

Successful Community Solar Projects Around the World

As the world confronts the urgent need to reduce carbon emissions and mitigate the effects of climate change, solar power has emerged as a [...]

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