The International Energy Agency (IEA) has significantly increased its five-year growth forecast for renewables. According to the agency, the increase was due to strong policy support in key countries and sharp cost reductions. Renewables surpassed coal last year to become the largest source
Energy and water have always been closely intertwined. Water is essential for all phases of energy production, from fossil fuels to biofuels and power plants. Likewise, energy is critical to water supply, wastewater treatment and desalination. This critical nexus between water and energy was examined in the November edition of the World Energy Outlook (WEO). […]