Four bright spots in climate news in 2025

In 2025, global greenhouse-gas emissions hit record highs, and climate-fueled disasters continued to devastate communities. However, there were some positive developments: China managed to keep carbon dioxide emissions flat while its economy grew, thanks to investments in solar, wind, and electric vehicles. The battery storage industry saw rapid growth, surpassing targets and driving down costs, leading to a cleaner and more stable grid. Additionally, AI's influence on energy sparked renewed interest in next-generation energy technologies, with tech giants investing in geothermal and nuclear power. Despite progress, nations have stalled in taking additional action to meet climate goals, but the collective effort has shown that addressing climate change is possible.