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Nearly 100 Nations Commit to Renewable Energy Goals at UN Summit

9/27/2025

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At the UN Climate Action Summit on September 26, 2025, nearly 100 countries announced updated nationally determined contributions (NDCs).
More than 75% of NDCs set renewable-energy targets; COP30 in Brazil will focus on accelerating renewables.
In 2024, renewables supplied over 30% of electricity; investments topped $700 billion, and the sector is valued at $1.51 trillion with 14.9% annual growth (2025–2030).

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Story summary

At the UN Climate Action Summit on September 26, 2025, nearly 100 countries announced updated nationally determined contributions (NDCs).
More than 75% of NDCs set renewable-energy targets; COP30 in Brazil will focus on accelerating renewables.
In 2024, renewables supplied over 30% of electricity; investments topped $700 billion, and the sector is valued at $1.51 trillion with 14.9% annual growth (2025–2030).