The UN is collaborating with the Indonesian government to modernize its electricity grid, enhance energy efficiency, and reduce energy-intensive industries. This partnership includes identifying solar energy potential, conducting energy audits, and supporting eco-industrial parks. Additionally, the UN is facilitating access to green finance for women entrepreneurs and aiding coastal communities in adopting cleaner technologies, thereby promoting livelihoods during the energy transition.
In Australia, the country’s first large-scale solar-battery hybrid facility in New South Wales exemplifies a broader trend of integrating battery energy storage systems with utility-scale solar projects, with all such projects planned for 2027 and 2028 in the National Electricity Market (NEM). Australia is recognized as a global pioneer in this domain due to its high levels of rooftop solar and supportive government policies, serving as a blueprint for hybrid energy solutions.
Kenya has launched a comprehensive Blue Carbon Ecosystems plan aimed at restoring mangroves, creating jobs, and mobilizing investments to meet climate commitments through 2035. This initiative underscores the importance of community engagement and multi-tiered financing to enhance ocean-based climate action.
Moreover, the Solar + Battery Atlas developed by Ember highlights that solar and battery systems can meet over 80% of annual electricity demand in many regions, particularly where power systems are weak, with costs competitive at under $100/MWh for most.
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Places mentioned in this update: Australia, Indonesia, Kenya, New South Wales