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Beyond Fossil Fuels @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social · 1h

Data centres already account for at least 21% of electricity usage in Ireland, and are largely fuelled by fossil fuels.

Now, a new data centre complex is posing a legal threat to the country's climate obligations and possibly undermining international & EU law.

www.clientearth.org/latest/press...

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Beyond Fossil Fuels @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social · 4h

Building out Europe's grids = better energy security and competitiveness.
Miss our briefing written with @regassistproj.bsky.social last week? Read our quick summary below on how to improve grid governance across 🇪🇺 and check out the guidance in full:
↗️ beyondfossilfuels.org/2025/10/08/e...

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Beyond Fossil Fuels @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social · 1d

Investment in climate action is the economic growth story of the century, and growth fuelled by fossil fuels ends in self-destruction, says economist Nicholas Stern.
Why? The falling costs of clean technology enable healthier and more productive societies.
www.theguardian.com/environment/...

Climate investment is only growth opportunity of 21st century, says leading economist

Lord Stern says fossil-fuelled growth is futile as the damage it causes ends in economic self-destruction

www.theguardian.com

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Beyond Fossil Fuels @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social · 2d

Although there’s still a long way to go, new @iea.org analysis finds that since 2010:
👍 the UK and Germany have reduced their fossil fuel imports by around 1/3 by investing in renewables
👍 Denmark has cut its reliance by nearly 1/2.
Explore the results in full 📚 www.iea.org/reports/rene...

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Beyond Fossil Fuels @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social · 5d

When even oil & gas CEOs admit the LNG boom is “not economically rational,” why are EU governments still funding new terminals, pipelines & gas plants?
Public money should back clean, resilient energy — not a fossil glut.
www.ft.com/content/5ba8...

US rush to expand LNG exports heightens fears of global gas glut

Shell and TotalEnergies voice oversupply concerns as US companies race to build more terminals

www.ft.com

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Beyond Fossil Fuels @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social · 6d

Spain’s renewable boom offers key lessons for 🇪🇺:
➕Growing wind & solar cuts gas influence + lowers power prices
💸 Grid investments must keep pace with renewables
📈 Without strong grids & clean flexibility, costs rise as gas or coal fill the gap
New @ember-energy.org👇
ember-energy.org/latest-insig...

Decoupled: how Spain cut the link between gas and power prices using renewables | Ember

Spain has some of the lowest wholesale electricity prices in Europe, largely owing to the country’s strong solar and wind growth which reduced the influence of expensive coal and gas power on the elec...

ember-energy.org

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Beyond Fossil Fuels @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social · 7d

It's clear that Europe needs to build out grid infrastructure faster, and use its existing grids more effectively. Without action, grid connection bottlenecks will continue to delay the roll-out of renewables and the future-proofing of key industries.
beyondfossilfuels.org/2025/10/08/e...

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Beyond Fossil Fuels @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social · 7d

Since too many energy regulators are heading into the future with tools of the past, our new briefing written with @regassistproj.bsky.social lays out two key recommendations for European energy regulators focussing on independent oversight and transparency regarding their planning and investment.

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Beyond Fossil Fuels @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social · 7d

⚡ Europe’s grid buildout is too slow. Without faster upgrades and smarter use of existing infrastructure, renewables and key industries will stay stuck in bottlenecks. Regulators must ensure grid operators plan and invest for a clean, secure energy future.

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Beyond Fossil Fuels @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social · 7d

Faster connections will only accelerate electrification and the deployment of homegrown renewables, allowing Europe to reduce dependence on volatile energy imports.

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Beyond Fossil Fuels @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social · 7d

Electricity grid upgrades are central to Europe's future energy security and competitiveness.
To achieve this, it needs to:
1️⃣ Give national regulators a statutory mandate for the energy transition.
2️⃣ Create independent system operators and planners (ISOPs) to oversee grid planning in the public
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Beyond Fossil Fuels @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social · 8d

If you're passionate about the difference civil society can make to replace fossil fuels with local energy solutions in a just way, and are an experienced civil society organisation campaign strategist, we want to hear from you.
Apply before 19 October: beyondfossilfuels.org/about-us/wor...

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The Green Tank @thegreentank.bsky.social · 8d

🚨 #WesternBalkan govts plan 2,500 km of #gas pipelines (10.5 bcm/yr) -could x3 dependence⛽or end up as stranded assets💸.
⚡They use just 1% of the EU’s gas-a rare chance to skip gas & leapfrog to #renewables🌞💨.
📖 New report @ceebankwatch.bsky.social & @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social

shorturl.at/cFWkT

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Beyond Fossil Fuels @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social · 8d

The Iberian blackout wasn’t caused by 🇪🇸's reliance on renewables.
Its fossil-era grid was unprepared for today’s energy mix.
“As power systems evolve, enhanced grid upgrades & a focus on clean flex are essential for resilience,” @ember-energy.org's Chris Rosslowe.
www.euractiv.com/news/iberian...

www.euractiv.com

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Beyond Fossil Fuels @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social · 12d

New @ember-energy.org analysis shows that between December 2019 and June 2025, Spain x2 its wind & solar capacity, adding more than any EU country except Germany.
In other words, renewables are displacing fossil fuels and making wholesale electricity cheaper.
ember-energy.org/latest-insig...

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Beyond Fossil Fuels @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social · 13d

The fossil fuel industry is exploiting 🇪🇺's scramble to replace Russian gas to lock the continent into a long-term dependence on dirty energy, says Al Gore.
Replacing it with new 🇺🇸 LNG is moving from one gas trap to another instead of pursuing true energy security.
www.politico.eu/article/al-g...

Fossil fuel industry exploiting Europe’s energy crisis, says Al Gore

Former U.S. vice president warns EU risks locking into long-term dependence on dirty energy.

www.politico.eu

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Beyond Fossil Fuels @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social · 13d

🎓 Attention all students, teachers, professors and staff - miss our spotlight on how schools and universities can do to cut back on emissions, and costs?
Read through our thread and find out what measures your institution could take to drive the energy transition while learning. 📚

Beyond Fossil Fuels @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social · 26d

🎓 It’s already mid-September and class is well and truly back in session. This month we’re spotlighting what schools and universities across Europe can do to cut back on emissions, and costs!

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Beyond Fossil Fuels @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social · 15d

"The region stands at a crossroads. One path leads to decades of fossil fuel lock-in and stranded assets. The other leads to energy independence, EU integration and a fair renewable energy system that works for everyone," says Pippa Gallop @ceebankwatch.bsky.social.
euobserver.com/eu-and-the-w...

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Beyond Fossil Fuels @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social · 15d

🌍 The energy transition isn’t just about climate—it’s lowering bills, creating jobs, and making communities stronger against extreme weather and earthquakes. Renewables mean savings, resilience, and local power, says @duygukutluay.bsky.social.

Read the article 👉 bianet.org/yazi/the-pow...

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Beyond Fossil Fuels @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social · 16d

The Western Balkans use just 1% as much fossil gas as the EU.
They have a rare chance to skip gas and leapfrog straight to renewables, like solar and wind energy, heat pumps and geothermal.
Our rew report with @ceebankwatch.bsky.social👇
beyondfossilfuels.org/2025/09/25/d...

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Beyond Fossil Fuels @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social · 19d

📢 Türkiye’s 2035 climate target is moving in the wrong direction and will see its emissions increase by 16%.
🌍 Climate Network (Iklim Ağı) is calling:
📌 Stop fossil fuel investments
📌 Ensure a Just Transition
📌 Deliver clean air & green spaces
Find out more 👉 iklimagi.org/turkiyenin-i...

Türkiye’nin iklim hedefi emisyonları azaltmak yerine artırıyor - İklim Ağı

İklim Ağı, Türkiye’nin 2035 iklim hedefinin sera gazı emisyonlarını azaltmak yerine, 2023 yılına göre yüzde 16 oranında artıracağını belirtti. Açıklamada, Türkiye’nin bugünden itibaren sera gazlarını ...

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Beyond Fossil Fuels @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social · 20d

What runs primarily on fossil fuels and is set to consume as much electricity as the entire New England region by 2030? Microsoft's AI data centers.

But don't take it on faith – read @stand.earth's latest report here: stand.earth/microsoft-ai

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Beyond Fossil Fuels @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social · 20d

🚨Western Balkans govts are pushing fossil gas pipelines with an annual import capacity of 10.5 billion cubic metres. These could triple their dependence — or end up as stranded assets.
Our new report with @ceebankwatch.bsky.social explains why gas is a dead end.
beyondfossilfuels.org/2025/09/25/d...

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Beyond Fossil Fuels @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social · 20d

US President Trump also called climate change "the biggest con job ever perpetrated."
Someone should tell the melting glaciers it's a joke before they disappear entirely.
www.wwf.org.uk/updates/here...

Here are 10 myths about climate change

We've tried to clear up some of the most frequently heard myths about climate change.

www.wwf.org.uk

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Beyond Fossil Fuels @beyondfossilfuels.bsky.social · 20d

Next? Describing Germany's energy transition as a "sick path.”
In 2024, it generated 43% of its electricity from wind and solar energy. It will only be a sick path if its planned fossil gas expansion goes ahead.
More expensive energy bills aren't healthy for anyone.
ember-energy.org/countries-an...

Germany | Ember

Explore the latest data on Germany’s energy transition. How clean is Germany's electricity? How much renewable electricity does Germany generate? How ambitious is Germany's renewables target?

ember-energy.org

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