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Global Clean Energy Surges Past 40%—While Trump Backs Fossil Fuels

by THEFUTURE.TEAM
April 8, 2025

Clean energy has hit a historic milestone, with renewables and nuclear power generating 40.9% of global electricity in 2024, according to a new report from energy think tank Ember. The rapid expansion of clean energy continues despite a policy shift in the U.S., where the Trump administration is doubling down on fossil fuels.

Key Facts

  • Renewable energy surged by 858 terawatt hours (TWh) in 2024, a 49% jump from the previous record of 577 TWh in 2022.
  • Solar power remains the fastest-growing electricity source for the 20th consecutive year, expanding by 29% year-on-year.
  • Despite its rapid rise, solar still accounts for just 6.9% of low-carbon electricity, while hydroelectric power leads at 14.3%, followed by nuclear (9%) and wind (8.1%).
  • Nuclear energy has hit its lowest share of clean energy in 45 years.

Quote Of Note

“Solar energy has become a driver of the global energy transition. In just three years, solar power generation has doubled, surpassing 2,000 TWh in 2024. While some countries are stepping back from their climate commitments, the economic advantages of renewables are creating unstoppable global momentum.” — Phil McDonald, Managing Director of Ember

China And India Lead As U.S. Stalls

While Washington pivots back toward fossil fuels, China and India are accelerating their clean energy transformation. China alone accounted for more than half of the world’s solar power growth in 2024, with renewables meeting 81% of its increasing electricity demand. Meanwhile, India’s solar capacity doubled in 2023, reinforcing the role of emerging economies in reshaping global energy markets.

“The future of the global energy system is being shaped in Asia,” says Professor Xunpeng Shi, president of the International Society for Energy Transition Research. “Their growing reliance on renewables marks a turning point that will accelerate the decline of fossil fuels worldwide.”

Market Forces Vs. Politics

Even as the Trump administration pushes fossil fuels, market forces continue to tip the scales in favor of renewables. The falling costs of solar and battery storage, combined with surging energy demand from AI, data centers, and electric vehicles, are reinforcing clean energy’s dominance.

“Despite geopolitical and economic challenges, the renewable energy industry added another 858 TWh last year—more than the combined electricity consumption of the UK and France,” says Bruce Douglas, CEO of the Global Renewables Alliance.

The Inevitable Shift

Federal policies in the U.S. may slow domestic renewable expansion, but the global trajectory is clear: clean energy growth is outpacing electricity demand, signaling the beginning of a permanent decline in fossil fuel reliance.

Ember’s latest report confirms a stark reality: clean technologies—not coal, oil, or gas—are driving global economic growth. As the world moves forward, the U.S. risks falling behind in the race to lead the clean energy economy.

U.S. Regulatory Climate Attracts Nearly Half Of Israeli Startups For Incorporation

by THEFUTURE.TEAM
September 13, 2025

Overview Of A Shifting Landscape

The Israel Advanced Technology Industries Association (IATI) has revealed a striking trend: nearly 45 percent of startups in 2025 are incorporating outside Israel. This marks a significant departure from 2022, when approximately 80 percent of new companies registered domestically. The shift is largely attributed to the relatively easier regulatory environment in the United States, with Delaware emerging as a preferred hub.

Government Policy And Economic Ripple Effects

The tide began to turn in 2023 when an anticipated overhaul of Israel’s judicial system prompted many startups to look abroad. Although the controversial reforms were set aside following the October 7, 2023 attacks and the subsequent conflict, the momentum for U.S. incorporation has persisted. Industry leaders have raised alarms about these trends, warning that the relocation of economic activity abroad could undermine the strong global reputation of Israel’s high-tech sector, which is a critical driver of national economic performance.

Industry Voices And Strategic Concerns

Dan Shamgar, chair of the IATI’s lawyers and accountants committee and partner at the Meitar law firm, emphasized, “Incorporation abroad gradually shifts economic activity out of Israel and erodes the brand of Israeli high-tech.” Shamgar highlighted that while U.S. policies in the past year have actively encouraged companies to register and operate domestically, economic policymakers in Israel have yet to implement comparable incentives. The absence of robust governmental support raises questions about maintaining the nation’s competitive edge in high technology, which encompasses roughly 20 percent of the country’s economic activity, 15 percent of its jobs, and more than half of its exports.

Challenges And The Road Ahead

Further concerns at the IATI conference include the sector’s reliance on foreign capital, with domestic investment lagging behind, and the critical need for renewed focus on health technology—a market segment that has recently experienced a downturn. These issues underscore the imperative for state intervention to ensure that Israeli high-tech companies continue to thrive on home soil.

Conclusion

The current trend of startups incorporating in the United States is symptomatic of broader regulatory and economic challenges facing the Israeli high-tech industry. As global competition intensifies, the call for policy reforms and strategic incentives in Israel becomes ever more urgent. How the government responds in the coming months will be pivotal for preserving the nation’s high-tech legacy and securing the future of its economic ecosystem.

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