Review of global sustainable solar energy policies: Significance and impact

As efforts worldwide to mitigate climate change strengthen, solar energy has arisen as a critical component of national energy strategies aimed at reducing CO 2 releases. In 2023, worldwide CO 2 releases from energy rose by 1.1 % to a record 37.4 gigatons, largely due to increased coal use and rising energy demand. This paper examines the role of solar energy in curbing emissions by analyzing electricity trends and policies from top solar-producing nations. This review employs a comprehensive methodology, encompassing a literature review (2015–2023), analysis of country-specific solar energy policies, empirical data and case studies, and an evaluation of challenges with future recommendations, to assess global…

• WB
  World Bank Group
• GC
  Green Climate Fund