Month: November 2025

A new analysis by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) suggests that China, India, and Indonesia the world three largest coal growth markets are on track to see their coal power use and emissions peak by 2030. The think tank calls this a potential “global breakthrough” in the fight against climate change. Together, the three countries accounted for 73 percent of global coal consumption in 2024 and have been the biggest contributors to rising carbon dioxide emissions since the Paris Agreement. If all three nations successfully curb coal power growth within the decade, it would mark the first time that major coal-dependent economies collectively reverse fossil fuel expansion, reshaping the global energy landscape. Lauri Myllyvirta, CREA co-founder and lead analyst, sa...

  In a striking blend of art, engineering, and ecology, Austria has unveiled a visionary concept that transforms traditional power pylons into stunning animal-shaped sculptures. Known as the “Austrian Power Giants,” these innovative structures are being designed in the shapes of animals such as a stork and a stag, symbolising harmony between technology and nature. Developed by Austrian Power Grid (APG) in collaboration with Meissl Architects, the project aims to replace conventional, industrial-looking transmission towers with aesthetically appealing, regionally inspired designs. Two prototypes the stork and the stag have been developed so far to test both structural feasibility and electrical safety. The stork represents Burgenland’s annual bird visitors, while the stag reflect...