Japan is pioneering a project to transmit solar power from space to Earth, aiming to revolutionize renewable energy. By utilizing satellites with solar panels, energy will be converted into microwaves and sent to ground stations. Led by Kyoto University's Professor Naoki Shinohara, the initiative seeks to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, overcoming various technical challenges.

Rwanda is set to enhance energy access with $300 million in funding from international sources, including a $100 million loan from the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank. The program aims to provide electricity and clean cooking solutions to low-income communities, improve energy infrastructure, create jobs, and support sustainable development by 2035.

A committee led by the Central Electricity Authority is exploring how India's thermal power plants can adapt to support a grid increasingly reliant on renewable energy. Issues surrounding the flexibility of coal plants have arisen, particularly regarding operational concerns and equipment stress. The committee emphasizes modernization to maintain efficiency and reliability as the country aims for 500 GW of renewables by 2030.

In 2024, global solar photovoltaic capacity surged to 1,865 GW, increasing from 710 GW in 2020. This growth was driven by declining costs, with solar now 41% cheaper than fossil fuels. India emerged as a leader in solar expansion, adding 24.5 GW, aided by supportive policies and domestic manufacturing investments.