... Renewable Energy: Record Capacity Growth and Environmental Impact Renewable Energy Sources (RES) continue to rapidly gain traction both globally and in Russia. According to the Renewable Energy Development Association (REDA), over the past year, domestic solar and wind power plants have prevented about 8 million tons of CO 2 emissions. Although the share of RES generation in Russia's energy mix remains small (a few percent), it is growing quickly. In 2025 alone, new wind farms and solar stations are being ...

... Accelerated Growth of Capacities and Environmental Impact Renewable energy sources (RES) continue to rapidly gain momentum both globally and in Russia. According to the Renewable Energy Development Association (RED) data, over the past year, Russian solar and wind power plants have prevented about 8 million tons of CO 2 emissions. Although the share of RES-based generation in Russia's energy mix remains small (a few percent), it is growing quickly. In 2025 alone, new wind farms and solar plants are ...

... approximately in line with the same period last year. The summer heat in Western Europe increases the load on energy systems (massive air conditioning usage), partially raising gas consumption at power plants. Simultaneously, sunny weather enables high solar power generation, helping to restrain gas demand during peak load hours. Stable liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies, along with relatively weak industrial demand, maintain market balance. Overall, European prices are currently significantly lower ...

... capacity. So far, China’s energy system has withstood the load, although analysts are warning of the risk of rolling blackouts if the heat persists. Interestingly, around half of the increase in electricity generation in China in June was provided by solar energy, while hydropower plants also increased generation compared to last year – this helped partially offset increased consumption. Europe is also facing heat and drought, which has led to increased electricity demand for air conditioning. Estimates ...

... with the same period last year. The summer heat in Western Europe increases demand on energy systems (massive use of air conditioning), which partially boosts gas consumption at power plants. At the same time, an abundance of sunny days ensures record solar energy generation, helping to curb gas demand during peak consumption hours. Stable supplies of liquefied natural gas (LNG), along with comparatively weak industrial demand, maintain balance in the market. Overall, European prices are now significantly ...