The world aims to double renewable energy output by 2030 but will miss the target to triple it. The International Energy Agency (IEA) reported a shortfall despite 150 countries agreeing on ambitious targets in December. However, few have taken significant policy steps to achieve these goals. The IEA’s director emphasized that the goal is still […]
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