Author: Dolkon
Fossil fuel giant RWE seeks compensation for Dutch decision to end coal generation by 2030
German energy giant RWE has filed an arbitration claim against the Netherlands, seeking compensation for the Dutch decision to phase-out electricity production from coal by 2030, invoking the Energy Charter Treaty (ECT), an international investment agreement signed in 1994. The ECT protects foreign investments in energy supply and allows investors to seek compensation […]
Off-grid power takes off in Africa
Africa’s leaders are learning to love off-grid renewable energy. What used to be seen as, at best, an adjunct to large-scale thermal and hydro-based national grid supply is now being recognised as a major weapon in the drive to provide electricity access to all Africans. The adjustment from policies based around centrally managed grids […]
Nigeria launches off-grid solar tender
The Nigerian Ministry of Power has launched a tender for the construction of several off-grid solar systems and other electrical infrastructure projects to improve access to energy in underserved areas. The ministry listed five solar projects in the “Works” category: Construction of off-grid/on-grid renewable energy (solar) micro utility in Umuchiaka, Lowa Autonomous Community in Ihite, […]