renewable revolution

In 2024, global clean energy investment was projected to reach $2 trillion, nearly twice the amount spent on fossil fuels. Renewable power, grid upgrades, and storage now attract more capital than oil, gas, and coal combined. Renewable energy jobs jumped to 16.2 million in 2023, up 18% from 2022. Solar PV module prices have fallen about 85% since 2010, making solar cheaper than new coal or gas in many countries. Solar investment is projected to exceed $500 billion in 2024, more than all other power generation sources combined. The U.S. Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022 dedicates $369 billion to