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Nick Hedley

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Editor of The Progress Playbook: https://theprogressplaybook.com We focus on proven climate and sustainable development solutions. Email me for collaboration opportunities: nick.hedley@theprogressplaybook.com

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Offshore wind will always be more expensive and onshore is having a tricky supply chain moment, but is still super competitive. I think solar is just winning because it’s quick and easy to deploy

30.01.2026 10:40 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

⚑ ''Yet that state of vulnerability forced Denmark to start developing a more efficient, diversified, and self-sufficient energy system. Decades later, the country of 6 million people is the world leader in decarbonisation..'' #Denmark #Climateaction #Complexity

22.01.2026 13:55 β€” πŸ‘ 16    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

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18.12.2025 16:17 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

⬆️ renewables
⬇️ energy costs

It's that simple.

18.12.2025 14:44 β€” πŸ‘ 17    πŸ” 10    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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The myth of renewables pushing up power prices - Zero Carbon Analytics Data show that high renewable energy uptake is often associated with below-average power prices, challenging the claim that renewables increase costs.

New research: Real-world energy statistics from multiple markets show that high renewable energy usage is often associated with below-average power prices.

zerocarbon-analytics.org/energy/the-m...

18.12.2025 13:55 β€” πŸ‘ 24    πŸ” 8    πŸ’¬ 4    πŸ“Œ 3
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John KempfΒ |Β How to speed up the adoption of regenerative farming practices Weaning crops gradually off chemicals, versus an abrupt stop, will accelerate the adoption of regenerative farming.

John Kempf | How to speed up the adoption of regenerative farming practices

theprogressplaybook.com/2024/09/16/j...

12.12.2025 11:42 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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How Finland won the war on homelessness (mostly) Discover how Finland reduced homelessness with its Housing First approach, providing stable homes and support for a lasting solution.

How Finland won the war on homelessness (mostly)

theprogressplaybook.com/2023/11/07/h...

12.12.2025 11:35 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The off-grid gold mine leading the way to 100% wind and solar power The mine's clean energy credentials have allowed it to sell some gold at a premium to normal market rates.

The Bellevue Gold mine in Western Australia, a major underground operation that extracts high-grade ore, is proving that it’s already possible for such facilities to run entirely on wind and solar power

theprogressplaybook.com/2025/09/23/t...

12.12.2025 11:34 β€” πŸ‘ 23    πŸ” 6    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Lessons from Denmark – the world leader in climate action The pioneer of commercial wind energy says it will reduce emissions by at least 82% by 2035, relative to 1990 levels.

What the world can learn from Denmark – the global leader in climate action

theprogressplaybook.com/2025/11/18/l...

08.12.2025 12:17 β€” πŸ‘ 23    πŸ” 11    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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These countries are leading the way to 100% renewable electricity Explore the countries making strides toward 100% renewable electricity with innovative solutions and sustainable energy systems.

These countries are leading the way to 100% renewable electricity

theprogressplaybook.com/2024/10/14/t...

08.12.2025 12:12 β€” πŸ‘ 22    πŸ” 9    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Fact check: Do renewables really make electricity grids less reliable? In Germany, power availability to homes and businesses has increased over the years – even as the share of renewables has climbed.

Critics of renewable energy often claim that these technologies are making the world’s electricity grids more vulnerable to power outages.

However, global data doesn’t support the sceptics’ claims. In fact, there's evidence that the opposite is true.

theprogressplaybook.com/2025/10/13/f...

27.11.2025 13:02 β€” πŸ‘ 39    πŸ” 15    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Lessons from Denmark – the world leader in climate action The pioneer of commercial wind energy says it will reduce emissions by at least 82% by 2035, relative to 1990 levels.

Here's how Denmark became the world leader in climate action

theprogressplaybook.com/2025/11/18/l...

27.11.2025 13:00 β€” πŸ‘ 35    πŸ” 16    πŸ’¬ 4    πŸ“Œ 2
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Lessons from Denmark – the world leader in climate action The pioneer of commercial wind energy says it will reduce emissions by at least 82% by 2035, relative to 1990 levels.

Lessons from Denmark - the world leader in climate action

theprogressplaybook.com/2025/11/18/l...

20.11.2025 18:00 β€” πŸ‘ 13    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Mexico announces ambitious decarbonisation target β€œMexico’s new climate plan stands among the most ambitious new climate targets from a major emitter," according to an analyst.

β€œMexico’s new climate plan stands among the most ambitious new climate targets from a major emitter," according to an analyst.

theprogressplaybook.com/2025/11/13/m...

14.11.2025 11:54 β€” πŸ‘ 54    πŸ” 13    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

During the evening peak demand period last night, big batteries supplied 35% of South Australia’s electricity needs at one point.

13.11.2025 08:11 β€” πŸ‘ 57    πŸ” 12    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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NEW: Global fossil fuel use will peak before 2030 – unless 'stated policies' are abandoned

Contra some terrible news coverage, IEA World Energy Outlook shows coal near peak, oil peaking by 2030 & gas by 2035 (see chart)

What's going on? 🧡 + cool charts

www.carbonbrief.org/iea-fossil-f...

12.11.2025 09:02 β€” πŸ‘ 273    πŸ” 132    πŸ’¬ 10    πŸ“Œ 24
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Fact check: Do renewables really make electricity grids less reliable? In Germany, power availability to homes and businesses has increased over the years – even as the share of renewables has climbed.

Critics of renewable energy often claim that these technologies are making the world’s electricity grids more vulnerable to power outages.

Hard data suggests otherwise.

theprogressplaybook.com/2025/10/13/f...

12.11.2025 09:46 β€” πŸ‘ 44    πŸ” 19    πŸ’¬ 4    πŸ“Œ 0

It's just been confirmed that Monash University is dropping Woodside as a partner because they don't align with their sustainable values. This is an incredible win for @stopwoodsidemonash.bsky.social who have run a dedicated grass roots campaign for years.

11.11.2025 05:37 β€” πŸ‘ 405    πŸ” 123    πŸ’¬ 12    πŸ“Œ 17

Those who say we can’t shift to a clean energy economy are WRONG - there are over a dozen countries well on their way to 100% renewable power. And we need to get back to competing in and winning this race.

06.11.2025 13:24 β€” πŸ‘ 14    πŸ” 7    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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These countries are leading the way to 100% renewable electricity Explore the countries making strides toward 100% renewable electricity with innovative solutions and sustainable energy systems.

These countries are leading the way to 100% renewable electricity

theprogressplaybook.com/2024/10/14/t...

04.11.2025 10:33 β€” πŸ‘ 149    πŸ” 62    πŸ’¬ 9    πŸ“Œ 4
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These countries are leading the way to 100% renewable electricity Explore the countries making strides toward 100% renewable electricity with innovative solutions and sustainable energy systems.

These countries are leading the way to 100% renewable electricity

theprogressplaybook.com/2024/10/14/t...

04.11.2025 10:33 β€” πŸ‘ 149    πŸ” 62    πŸ’¬ 9    πŸ“Œ 4
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Another update for changes in land ice mass observed by GRACE(-FO) satellite in Antarctica (left) and Greenland (right)...

My visualization can also be downloaded: zacklabe.com/arctic-sea-i...

19.10.2025 12:26 β€” πŸ‘ 160    πŸ” 69    πŸ’¬ 4    πŸ“Œ 8
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Fact check: Do renewables really make electricity grids less reliable? In Germany, power availability to homes and businesses has increased over the years – even as the share of renewables has climbed.

theprogressplaybook.com/2025/10/13/f...

13.10.2025 11:05 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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In Germany, power availability to homes and businesses has increased over the years – even as the share of renewables has climbed.

13.10.2025 11:04 β€” πŸ‘ 42    πŸ” 11    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1

It's just started declining in the past few months

09.10.2025 08:55 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Paris Pedals to the Top: How the City of Light Became Europe’s Best for Young Cyclists The French capital has officially become Europe’s best city for children to walk, cycle, and move around independently

β€œIn a city once choked with cars and infamous for its traffic snarls, Paris has pulled off a remarkable turnaround…the French capital has officially become Europe’s best city for children to walk, cycle, and move around independently.” Via @momentummag.bsky.social

A victory for FAST leadership.

08.10.2025 01:16 β€” πŸ‘ 759    πŸ” 218    πŸ’¬ 7    πŸ“Œ 29
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Global electricity generation from fossil fuels declines amid solar surge The share of renewables in the global electricity mix climbed to 34.3% in the first half of 2025, eclipsing coal (33.1%).

theprogressplaybook.com/2025/10/07/g...

08.10.2025 12:13 β€” πŸ‘ 14    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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So long, coal

08.10.2025 12:12 β€” πŸ‘ 210    πŸ” 35    πŸ’¬ 7    πŸ“Œ 5
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Global electricity generation from fossil fuels declines amid solar surge The share of renewables in the global electricity mix climbed to 34.3% in the first half of 2025, eclipsing coal (33.1%).

Global electricity generation from fossil fuels declines amid solar surge

theprogressplaybook.com/2025/10/07/g...

07.10.2025 11:09 β€” πŸ‘ 106    πŸ” 26    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 3
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Spain’s Renewable-Energy Boom Loosens Gas’s Grip on Power Prices Soaring renewables output in Spain is weakening gas’s grip on electricity prices, setting the country apart from much of Europe where fossil fuels still dictate the cost of power.

"Spain’s rapid renewables build-out means its power prices were set by fossil generation just 19% of the time, down from 75% in 2019. As a result, wholesale electricity was almost a third cheaper than the EU average"

Imagine having cheaper power

Gift link: www.bloomberg.com/news/article...

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