Can We Dare To Be Hopeful About Clean Energy? - CleanTechnica

The article "Can We Dare To Be Hopeful About Clean Energy?" from CleanTechnica presents a nuanced view of the current state and future prospects of clean energy, particularly in the context of US policy and global trends. It highlights the contrast between the US federal government's stance under former President Donald Trump—who rejected international climate cooperation, expanded fossil fuel production, and hindered renewable projects—and the broader global momentum toward renewables. Despite Trump's efforts to promote fossil fuels and suppress clean energy initiatives, renewable energy continues to grow faster than fossil fuels worldwide, with the International Energy Agency suggesting oil demand may peak around 2030. The article also notes that sustainable finance is gaining traction, with banks generating more revenue from climate-focused financing than from fossil fuels, signaling a shift toward decarbonization technologies. Internationally, the article points to successful examples like South Australia, where renewables supplied 74% of electricity consumption in 2024 and are projected to reach 100% by 2027, resulting