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Tripling renewable energy capacity is ‘within reach,’ report says

Rows of solar panels seen in the foreground, with a power lines seen in the background.
ANDORRA, SPAIN – FEBRUARY 16: A photovoltaic power plant in Teruel, Aragon. | Photo: Getty Images

Nearly 200 countries have pledged to triple global renewable energy capacity by the end of the decade — a goal that’s “within reach” as long as governments act fast, according to a new report.

The International Energy Agency (IEA) released its roadmap today for how countries can make it happen. It’s still a tough climb ahead with a hell of a lot new infrastructure needed. But falling costs and supportive policies can help them get there.

“To ensure the world doesn’t miss this huge opportunity, the focus must shift rapidly to implementation,” IEA executive director Fatih Birol said in a press release.

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