January 22 Green Energy News

Headline News:

“Bangladesh Solar Power Surge Set To Unlock Thousands Of Green Jobs” • After years of slack progress, renewable energy in Bangladesh has recently seen a strong turnaround on the back of more affordable solar power. Over 3 GW are now in operation. That momentum is expected to create 3,000 to 4,000 new green jobs in the next few years. [Eco-Business]

Off-grid system in Bangladesh (IMF, Flickr, CC BY-SA 3.0)

“The Energy Transition Has Reached A Critical Inflection Point” • The transition to net zero is a complex process that requires significant changes in the way we produce, distribute, and consume energy. Many countries and companies have set net zero targets for greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 or earlier. But the transition has its challenges. [CleanTechnica]
“A Mostly Renewable Electricity Grid Is Highly Feasible” • Australia’s electricity could be over 95% renewable by 2035, according to the latest release of Australia’s electricity market operator’s Integrated System Plan. Many people are sceptical, firmly believing that 24×7 baseload generators are essential. But experiments say they’re wrong. [Cosmos Magazine]
“Electric Truck Manufacturers Select Mississippi (!) For New Battery Factory” • According to a press release, Accelera will build a factory to make commercial EV battery cells in Mississippi. It is expected to create more than 2,000 manufacturing jobs. The initial factory capacity will be 21 GWh annually with production scheduled to begin in 2027. [CleanTechnica]
“ExxonMobil Sues Investors To Block Climate Petition” • Oil giant ExxonMobil has sued climate activist investors in a bid to prevent their climate proposal from going to a vote at its annual investor meeting. The complaint is against Follow This and Arjuna Capital, which have called on Exxon to step up the pace of reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. [BBC]

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