What about the use of renewable energies worldwide?

Ending dependence on non-renewable energies is essential for tackling climate change. In celebration of Earth Day on April 22, here’s an encouraging overview of several countries that have made significant investments in the use and development of renewable energies.

• China. Currently the world leader in wind and solar power, China built twice as much infrastructure to produce these forms of energy as the rest of the planet combined in 2024.

• Kenya. Geothermal energy accounts for nearly half of Kenya’s total electricity production. This is a real success story in Africa.

• Denmark. A pioneer in green energy in Europe, Denmark generates over 50 per cent of its electricity from wind turbines—a truly impressive feat.

• United States. Solar capacity in the U.S. has increased tenfold over the past decade. Solar power is on track to become the country’s second-largest source of energy production in the coming years.

• Uruguay. This South American country has completely transformed its energy sector, shifting from dependence on imported oil to generating over 90 per cent of its electricity from renewable sources.

• Canada. By 2030, 90 per cent of Canada’s electricity will be generated from renewable, non-emitting resources. The long-term goal is to bring the country to 100 per cent renewable energy.

This Earth Day, celebrate these advances and continue promoting wind, solar, geothermal, hydraulic and biomass energy.