Clean Power Tops 30%, Texas Battery Boom & U.S. Solar Canal
Clean energy continues to build momentum in 2025. Solar, wind, and hydro now account for more than 30% of global electricity, marking a new milestone in the energy transition. Meanwhile, Texas batteries are transforming grid operations, Arizona is pioneering solar-covered canals, and new data supports the long-term performance of EV batteries.
🌍 Clean Power Surpasses 30% of Global Electricity
In 2024, solar, wind, and hydro together supplied more than 30% of global electricity. Solar is leading the charge, thanks to falling costs and improved technologies. It’s a major step forward — though a fully decarbonised grid remains a work in progress.
⚡ Batteries Take Over Ancillary Services in Texas
In just a few years, batteries have become the dominant provider of ancillary grid services in the ERCOT power market. It’s a shift that highlights how battery storage can more efficiently support grid reliability compared to older thermal resources — a model other regions are expected to follow soon.
🌱 Study: Clean Energy Pays Off for Climate and Economy
A new study finds the financial and environmental benefits of switching to solar, wind, and hydro are even greater than previously thought. The transition to renewables offers significant returns for investors and reduces long-term costs for society — while also cutting emissions.
🌞 Arizona Builds First U.S. Solar Canal
Arizona is set to complete America’s first solar-covered canal, thanks to a landmark deal between the Gila River Indian Community and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The project will supply clean power and reduce water evaporation in a drought-prone region — a win-win for energy and conservation.
🔋 EV Batteries Hold Up Well Over Time, Study Finds
After testing 8,000 EVs across 30 brands, leasing company Arval UK found that average battery health was 93% at 43,500 miles, and nearly 90% even beyond 124,000 miles. The data offers reassurance to consumers concerned about EV battery longevity and long-term performance.