Turkey and the World Bank have formalized a $1 billion agreement to enhance the country’s renewable energy sector. This strategic initiative aims to advance Turkey’s distributed solar energy market and pilot a battery storage program, aligning with global efforts to increase sustainable energy usage. The World Bank’s support will facilitate the deployment of distributed solar […]

Morocco has unveiled a plan to nearly double its installed energy capacity by 2027, aiming to add 9 gigawatts (GW) to the current 11 GW. This initiative, announced by Energy Minister Leila Benali at a recent battery technology conference in Rabat, involves a $7 billion investment, with a substantial focus on renewable energy. Out of […]

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a new framework allowing its members to allocate Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) towards hybrid capital bonds issued by multilateral development banks (MDBs). This strategic move aims to enhance the lending capacity of MDBs, potentially unlocking up to $80 billion for critical development projects. Hybrid bonds, which blend debt […]

Australia has introduced a forward-thinking budget designed to position the country as a global leader in renewable energy, while addressing its dependence on mining and fossil fuels. Treasurer Jim Chalmers announced a projected budget surplus of US$6 billion (Aus$9 billion) for this year, driven by high iron ore and coal prices. Renewable Energy Focus Chalmers […]

The global gold market witnessed a notable surge in prices over the past week, with gold prices climbing by 2.6% to reach $2,378 per ounce—a level not seen in the past two weeks. Analysts attribute this uptick to the enduring appeal of gold, buoyed by expectations of potential interest rate cuts in response to recent […]