EU doubles down on renewables and UK unveils climate plan in major green energy push.
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The European Union has agreed to double its renewable energy targets by 2030, committing to sourcing 42.5% of its energy from renewable sources, with a potential top-up to 45%. The UK has also unveiled its long-awaited climate strategy, promising "an energy revolution" and setting out a pathway for the nation to reach net zero. The strategy focuses on clean energy technologies, including offshore wind energy, electric vehicles, green hydrogen, nuclear technology, home insulation, and home heat pumps. However, some have criticized the UK government's new plans as weak.
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