Renewables

ground-mounted solar panels installed in a grassy field under a clear sky

Why cheap renewable power is still expensive in Kenya

Media coverage / In a Daily Nation Opinion, SEI Researcher Cassilde Muhoza explains why Kenya’s expansion of renewable energy has not automatically translated into lower tariffs

5 March 2026 / About Climate policy, Energy access and Renewables

White snow looks almost blue in twilight, on the ground, a tree and the roof of a small yellow house with glowing yellow lit windows.

A cold draft for many households: learning from Sweden’s Social Climate Plan to promote a truly just transition

SEI brief / An evaluation of the Swedish Social Climate Plan with the Transitional Assistance Framework, with examples from other member states’ proposed plans.

3 March 2026 / About Fossil fuels, Renewables and Transport

Snow covers the field around a farm after a nor'easter brought snow to the region October 26, 2005 in Danby, Vermont.

Bridging the divide between climate policy and outcomes in Vermont

Feature / The Vermont Pathway, developed by SEI, provides the state with ways to develop scientifically-backed climate solutions in order to meet future climate goals.

19 February 2026 / About Climate policy, Fossil fuels, Mitigation, Planning and modelling and Renewables

Wind turbines stand along a winding road in a hilly landscape, partially shrouded in low clouds and golden light, illustrating renewable energy development in a natural setting.

Stronger calls for more equitable climate action

Perspective / Inequality is testing the limits of climate action as policymakers confront tougher trade-offs in 2026.

29 January 2026 / About Adaptation, Climate policy, Finance, Geopolitics and Renewables

Photo shows crystal blue water and mossy green grass in front of the mountain Lenine Peak in Kyrgyzstan.

Kyrgyz Republic country climate and development report

Other publication / This World Bank report details how climate action in the Kyrgyz Republic can not only support the environment, but also improve its economy and agriculture.

23 January 2026 / About Adaptation, Climate policy, Disaster risk, Food and agriculture, Fossil fuels, Mitigation and Renewables

blue sky with fluffy white clouds above a hilltop with three wind towers and several satellite towers, with green hills to the horizon.

Policy coherence for a just energy transition in Kenya’s electricity sector

SEI brief / This brief, based on an in-depth SEI report, explores the many ways in which policy coherence impacts the Kenyan government’s renewable energy policy.

21 January 2026 / About Public policy and Renewables

Wind turbines and Bridlington beach by the North SeaWind turbines near Bridlington beach by the North Sea

TRANS4BIO – Integrated Energy Transition Across Scales for Climate-Resilient, Nature-Positive Biodiversity Pathways

Project / TRANS4BIO analyses governance gaps linked to the energy transition and develops policy insights for integrated climate and biodiversity action.

2026 - 2029 / About Cities, Climate policy, Public policy and Renewables

Image shows Indigenous women smiling at a community gathering.

A gender perspective in just energy transitions: reflections from two Indigenous territories

Perspective / This article is a SEI reflection on just energy transitions in Indigenous contexts.

29 December 2025 / About Energy access and Renewables

Mobilizing private investment for climate and nature

Project / Generating insights into financing and investment decisions to support climate and nature projects in lower-income countries.

2025 - 2031 / About Finance, Renewables and Sustainable Development Goals