Read about five critical actions to transform our energy systems and end our reliance on fossil fuels, the main cause of climate change.

The economic, societal and environmental benefits of renewable energy are numerous - It is available in abundance, cheaper and a healthier option for us and our planet. Let’s take a spin around the world and look at the growing demand for the power of renewables. 
 

Renewables are the cheapest form of power today confirms a new report from the International Renewable Energy Agency. Amid climbing fossil fuel prices, investments in renewables in 2021 saves US$55 billion in global energy generation costs in 2022. Learn more

New funding from governments for fossil fuel exploration or production is simply “delusional” warned the UN chief speaking at the Sixth Austrian World Summit, reiterating that renewable energy is “the peace plan of the 21st century.” Read more

Energy is at the heart of the climate challenge – and key to the solution. As the world transitions to renewables from fossil fuels, here are five reasons why renewable energy is our answer to a healthy, livable planet. Learn more

UN Secretary-General outlines five critical actions – on technology, materials, policies, subsidies, and investments – the world needs to prioritize now to transform energy systems and speed up the global shift to renewable energy “because without renewables, there can be no future.” Read more

“Without international support, including investment at scale, African countries will not be able to expand energy access to all and still reach their climate goals,” warn UN Special Envoy on Climate Ambition and Solutions Michael Bloomberg and head of Sustainable Energy for All Damilola Ogunbiyi in an op-ed. Read more

“Closing the energy access gap and ending energy poverty is crucial,” says UN Secretary-General at the opening of the Forum which kicked off with major announcements on clean energy investments. UN Secretary-General’s Remarks

Derived from natural resources that are abundant and continuously replenished, renewable energy is key to a safer, cleaner, and sustainable world. Explore common sources of renewable energy here. Read more

Amidst surging energy and climate crises, the United Nations takes a major step in accelerating a transition to clean, affordable energy for all and net-zero emissions, with the launch of the UN-Energy Plan of Action and the Energy Compact Action Network. More information