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Fiona Armstrong

@farmstrong.bsky.social
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Fiona Armstrong @farmstrong.bsky.social · 20h
Loved listening to one of my heros @amandatattersall.bsky.social at Readings tonight talking about her new book ‘Conscious Tribes’ with @saffronzomer - based on what I heard, it’ll be a great read publishing.hardiegrant.com/en-au/books/...
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Gekko @gekko.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
The Economist ranks the most innovative global countries Not a single mention of Australia - none Ideology has defunded our most innovative institutions Party ideologies (the duopoly, one nation) have no intention of producing solutions - none www.economist.com/graphic-deta...
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The most innovative countries in the world
Will Donald Trump hurt America’s ranking?
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Fiona Armstrong @farmstrong.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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‘Planetary boundaries’ necessary for flourishing of life have been massively breached, scientists warn
New report shows key indicators of Earth’s health are ‘outside the safe operating space’ as climate disaster looms
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The Cathy Wilcox @cathywilcox.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Some more equal. My @smh cartoon.
Single frame. Title “All animals are equal…” barnyard where Chris Minns stands in from to stables with a cow at one end, a horse the other. In the yard, six assorted cats in front of Minns who holds “HATE SPEECH LAWS”. A bin behind him with “SACKAR REPORT”  Also in yard, collie dog, sheep, pig, chicken, duck, rat and mice, two chicks. A crow. Minns says, “I’m afraid from now on, hate speech against cats is of a higher priority than hate speech against the rest of you.”
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David Ho @davidho.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Nuclear and fossil fuel power plants have a problem that wind and solar don't: Heatwaves across Europe have forced power plant shutdowns in six countries due to low river levels and high water temperatures.
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Heatwave forces power plant shutdowns across Europe, putting electricity grid under strain
Six European Union countries have had to shut down some of their power plants due to lower river levels and increased water temperatures caused by heatwaves. The solar eclipse on August 12 also threat...
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Professor Euan Ritchie FAMS @euanritchie.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Yet again, @albomp.bsky.social's @australianlabor.bsky.social would seemingly prefer to put big business first, no matter the devastating harm it causes to Australian families and children www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08.... Again we ask, who do you serve, Albo?
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Gambling ad reforms at risk as Labor draws line on major changes
Labor is unlikely to entertain major changes to its gambling ad crackdown despite the bill being 'friendless' in parliament.
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Elizabeth Jacobs, PhD @elizabethjacobs.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Arizona’s kindergarten vaccination coverage for MMR continues to plummet. And measles is just the bellwether. As vaccination rates fall, other vaccine-preventable diseases will also emerge. RFK Jr. is the absolute GOAT when it comes to putting kids in harm’s way.
Figure showing that Arizona’s kindergartners dropped below herd immunity threshold for measles vaccination in 2011 and has now fallen below 90%
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Extreme Temperatures Around the World @extremetemps.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
HUNGARY HOTTEST AUGUST DAY IN HISTORY 41.8C at Kiskunfélegyháza, only 0.2C from the all time national record set in June ALL TIME RECORDS 39.8 Debrecen 39.8 Miskolc 40.7 Eger 32.1 Kékestető MONTHLY RECORDS 40.3 Budapest Pestszentlőrinc 40.1 Szeged 39.9 Kecskemét
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The Atlantic @theatlantic.com · 06/08/2026
Russia has discovered a new purpose for drones, @anneapplebaum.wsocial.eu writes: “Instead of avoiding civilians, Russian operators can now target them, as if they were playing a video game”:
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The Dystopian Future Dawns in Kherson
Putin’s human safari in Ukraine is the beginning of a grim new normal.
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Fiona Armstrong @farmstrong.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
There are so many things AI is useful for, but writing? This is a well argued piece on the importance of sticking to your own construction of words - because it requires consideration & reflection. Read: ‘I’m Begging You: Never Write With A.I.’ www.nytimes.com/2026/08/04/o...
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Opinion | I’m Begging You: Never Write With A.I.
It’s bad for your brain and worse for democracy.
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International Energy Agency @iea.org · 03/08/2026
Strong demand for electric cars in Europe & emerging markets offset weaker sales in China & the US in the first half of 2026. As a result, electric car sales were only slightly lower than a year earlier, while their share of total car sales edged up 👉 iea.li/4pPLITc
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Fiona Armstrong @farmstrong.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
As temperatures climb above 40 degrees, Sth Korea’s weather agency has urged people to “immediately stop all outdoor activities”, adding that “indoor spaces without air conditioning are dangerous”. www.theguardian.com/world/2026/a...
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‘Stop all outdoor activities’: South Korea records its highest ever temperature
Authorities issue alert saying indoor spaces without airconditioning are ‘dangerous’ as temperatures pass 40C for fifth straight day
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Jack M Davenport @jackmdavenport.bsky.social · 25/05/2026
Former bitcoin now AI company Firmus, who are in the process of building a data centre in Launceston, #Tasmania looking to debut on the ASX (despite one co-CEO having a conviction for insider trading), also have real estate aspirations (raising more ???). #politas www.afr.com/markets/equi...
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This fundie sold his early stake in Firmus – and isn’t going back
Hayden Beamish left money on the table when he exited the hyped AI company. But he’s made plenty of winning bets on commodities, REA Group and JB Hi-Fi.
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Jennifer Crawford @ournewhomecoach.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Simples. #Auspol.
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Dr Jeremy Walker @jeremywalker.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
#AUSPOL THIS IS HOW YOU DO INDEPENDENCE: Energy independence Energy sovereignty Economic independence Fiscal Sovereignty No more subservience to oil empire Political sovereignty. Real nationalism, not the racist cooker flag-waving coal billionaire sellout version.
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Andrew Gardiner @ajgardineresq.bsky.social · 25/05/2026
Paul Brereton resignation statement: "Over the last three years, much progress has been made in pursuit of our mission of enhanced integrity in the Commonwealth public sector". Can you give us an example, Paul? Just one, teeny tiny example? Asking for 450,000 Robodebt victims. #auspol
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Danielle Binks @daniellebinks.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Jillian Segal hired former Scott Morrison adviser on $200,000 contract without public tender process Company founded by Yaron Finkelstein received contract to advise on antisemitism under a limited tender ‘due to an absence of competition’ #AusPol www.theguardian.com/news/2026/ma...
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Jillian Segal hired former Scott Morrison adviser on $200,000 contract without public tender process
Company founded by Yaron Finkelstein received contract to advise on antisemitism under a limited tender due to an ‘absence of competition for technical reasons’
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bill doyle @billjondoyle.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
this guy ended the british labour party, transforming it forever into whatever degraded thing it is now @albomp.bsky.social needs to beware that the same will not be said of him in the future #auspol
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Michael West @michaelwestbiz.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Terrific job by @antoinettelattouf.bsky.social & @janfran.bsky.social 'We Used to be Journos' pod on Big Media fail, #BHP suing MW #auspol youtu.be/dkGuioENvTU?...
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Why mining giant BHP is suing this independent Aussie journalist
YouTube video by Ette Media
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stranger @strangerous.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Jillian Segal can’t explain any services provided by co of ScoMo’s fmr sec Yaron Finkelstein who she contracted without tender. Says it’s an “advisory contract” Pocock “$200k for ad-hoc advice?" Segal “I didn’t say that" Then what’s the $200k for? Peak integrity.🙄 #auspol
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Jennifer Crawford @ournewhomecoach.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
I’m sure this is @davidshoebridge.bsky.social when he gets home after work. Thank you for all that you do. #Auspol.
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Man Having a Temper Tantrum on Bed
Alt: Man Having a Temper Tantrum on Bed
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Chris Pomfret @chrispomfret.bsky.social · 25/05/2026
I’m really angry that our government is not doing more to protect institutions, knowledge, facts, science, etc, from disinformation. I’m even more angry that they/we let nefarious corporations, political & foreign actors spread disinformation & hate to mentally harm our most vulnerable. #AusPol
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stranger @strangerous.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
APSC’s Melanie McIntyre refuses to advise if Robodebt orchestrators who NACC did find corrupt - Mark Withnell & Serena Wilson - are still employed, says needs to check. Barbara Pocock “public have a right to know”💥 Unbelievable. They know exactly who is on the payroll. #auspol
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The Saturday Paper @thesaturdaypaper.com.au · 28/05/2026
Read more: trib.al/YZLRxGU
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David@aodaliya @david-aodaliya-707.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Yep👇
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Fiona Armstrong @farmstrong.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Dear god
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Fiona Armstrong @farmstrong.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
These two are an absolute disgrace www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
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Hanson and Joyce bill taxpayers for flights to private events on luxury cruise ship hosted by Rinehart
Exclusive: Parliamentary records show the One Nation MPs claimed travel expenses for fundraising events on exclusive cruise liner where mining billionaire owns an apartment
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Fiona Armstrong @farmstrong.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
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Modelling shows 90% of young Australians will be better off under Labor’s tax reforms
The $1,000 tax deduction, $250 ‘working Australians tax offset’, and CGT and negative gearing changes will benefit most young people, Treasury secretary says
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Fiona Armstrong @farmstrong.bsky.social · 09/05/2026
Never gets old
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everaldatlarge.bsky.social @everaldatlarge.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
Senator #DavidPocock no longer has balance of power in Senate but has unique skill to pick gaping holes in policies & gain huge voter support as he has done with gas. How David Pocock reframed tax debate on #gas export profits www.thesaturdaypaper.com.au/news/economy... via @thesaturdaypaper.com.au
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How David Pocock reframed the tax debate on gas export profits
In a matter of months, the ACT senator’s linking of the gas tax to beer excise has garnered widespread support in parliament and among the public, although Labor is refusing to act.
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Dr. Mar @boldnewme.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Attention all men. More of this, please.
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Suffragette @suffragette24.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
bsky.app/profile/bold...
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Dr. Mar @boldnewme.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
This is exactly why language matters: “women were given the vote” frames equality as a gift from men, instead of hard won political power extracted through organized resistance. Nobody gave women anything. Women fought, marched, strategized, endured violence, went to prison and died for it.
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Crikey @crikey.com.au · 07/05/2026
A stoush between former Age editor Michael Gawenda and journalism academic Jeff Sparrow rages on... in the Overland comments. www.crikey.com.au/2026/05/07/h...
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Home Affairs quiet on biodata, ex-Age editor claps back in the comments, and GetUp! pranks the Press Council
Plus the government knows how much you're counting down the minutes until the federal budget, and some musical chairs at Seven.
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Princess Vimentin PhD | Cancer Biologist @princess-vimentin.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
What a cool idea! Keep the pressure! @redactedreadingroom put all 3.5 million pages of the Epstein files bound together in 3,437 volumes of books, on display in a new exhibit in Tribeca. David Garrett, one of the organizers, says the goal is to push for the release of all of the files. #Pinks
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Fiona Armstrong @farmstrong.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
This seems a terrible injustice petitions.getup.org.au/petitions/le... @getup.org.au
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Let me stay in the country I love
The government has the power to change this. They can give young people like me the chance to stay – to study, to work, to build a future in the place we already call home.  Right now, the peopl...
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RAOK @evolvingempathy.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
This is happening in the middle of Tel Aviv 👏🏼👏🏼👇🏼💙
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Morgan J Freeman @mjfree.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
🩸🩸🩸 I'm going to post this video every day so we never forget what the 34x POS convicted felon who incites political violence, adjudicated rapist & pedophile Trump did on J6 🩸🩸🩸 THIS IS WHAT AN INSURRECTION LOOKS LIKE ⬇️⬇️⬇️
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New Scientist @newscientist.com · 28/04/2026
The ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz has seen energy prices soar, but thanks to solar panels and a home battery, Alice Klein pays just A$25 (£13) a month for her electricity, even when charging an electric car or running an air conditioner
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How I pay almost nothing to power my house and electric car
The ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz has seen energy prices soar, but thanks to solar panels and a home battery, Alice Klein pays just A$25 (£13) a month for her electricity, even when charging an electric car or running an air conditioner
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The Australia Institute @australiainstitute.org.au · 30/05/2025
By approving a 50-year extension to the North West Shelf gas project, the Federal Government has signed a death warrant for Australia’s most significant ancient artistic treasure. 📺 Watch the full video report from @stephenlongaus.bsky.social youtu.be/Bj9VOMKYxSI
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The Fight to Save Murujuga
YouTube video by The Australia Institute
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Biodiversity Council @biodivcouncil.bsky.social · 31/05/2025
The Leadbeater’s possum has just been detected in Kosciusko National Park. This extraordinary discovery is the first live record of this Critically Endangered species outside of Victoria. See what the experts have to say about the discovery: biodiversitycouncil....
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Ketan Joshi @ketanjoshi.co · 23/03/2026
$32m bucks for anyone who wants to do "novel or emerging carbon capture and/or utilisation for hard-to-abate sectors" in Australia. Cool thing to drop during a crisis caused by overreliance on fossil fuels 🫠 www.grants.gov.au/Go/Show?GoUu... @louisemorris.bsky.social
GO ID:GO8143
Agency:Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
Close Date & Time:6-May-2026 5:00 pm (ACT Local Time)
Show close time for other time zones
Primary Category:211007 - Pollution Control
Publish Date:23-Mar-2026
Location:ACT, NSW, VIC, SA, WA, QLD, NT, TAS, Administered Territories
Selection Process:Open Competitive
Description:
The Carbon Capture Technologies Program aims to accelerate the research, development and demonstration of novel and emerging carbon management technologies to address Australia’s hard-to-abate emissions and residual emissions. Grants will be offered to pilot and demonstration projects that capture, utilise and remove CO2 and have the potential to create new, low-emissions or net-zero industries.

Examples of eligible technologies, include but are not limited to:

novel or emerging carbon capture and/or utilisation for hard-to-abate sectors
novel or emerging carbon removal technologies such as
direct air capture
enhanced rock weathering
biomass carbon removal and storage, including durable sequestration of carbon in biochar
mineral carbonation technology, such as capturing carbon in building and other materials.
Conventional and land-based approaches that leverage natural biological systems, without technological intervention, are not eligible. This includes:
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Fiona Armstrong @farmstrong.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
I hope you come to regret this decision @albomp.bsky.social I’m definitely not down for you siding with two murderous leaders in my name
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Albanese's swift backing of US-Israel strikes tells of changed world
The speed at which the Albanese government backed the US-Israel operation is a tale of a changed world and a radically altered domestic environment.
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6 News Australia @6newsau.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
#BREAKING 🚨 Independent candidate Michelle Milthorpe has confirmed she will recontest Farrer at the upcoming by-election, setting up a possible five-cornered contest following the resignation of Sussan Ley Milthorpe received 43.7% of the two-candidate-preferred vote in 2025
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Matt Novak @paleofuture.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
The details of the Kristi Noem blanket incident are just fucking perfect
In the blanket incident, Noem had to switch planes after a maintenance issue was discovered, but her blanket wasn't moved to the second plane, according to the people familiar with the incident. The Coast Guard pilot was initially fired and told to take a commercial flight home when they reached their destination. They eventually reinstated the pilot because no one else was available to fly them home.
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Matt Novak @paleofuture.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
“…in one incident, Lewandowski fired a U.S. Coast Guard pilot after Noem's blanket was left behind on a plane, according to people familiar with the incident.”
Within DHS, Noem and Lewandowski frequently berate senior level staff, give polygraph tests to employees they don't trust and have fired employees-in one incident, Lewandowski fired a U.S. Coast Guard pilot after Noem's blanket was left behind on a plane, according to people familiar with the incident.
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The Saturday Paper @thesaturdaypaper.com.au · 13/02/2026
Editorial: It is very obvious that donations from fossil fuel companies should be banned. This is a kind of sickness shared across politics, a cynicism that fits neatly into brown paper bags. satpa.pe/NqcwLhz
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The case for banning fossil fuel donations
In the grand scheme of things, it’s not much money. This is part of what makes it so sad. The country’s politicians have sold out the climate for little more than a rounding error on projects that will continue for decades.
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Damian Carrington @dpcarrington.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
China’s Yangtze River shows signs of remarkable recovery after fishing ban - the most positive freshwater conservation story in the world in 20 years, says one veteran biologist Story by @jonathan-watts.bsky.social www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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China’s Yangtze River shows signs of remarkable recovery after fishing ban
Doubling of fish biomass and rebounding of endangered species shows government measures starting to work, biologists say
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David Gorski, MD, PhD @gorskon.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
Quoth RFK Jr.: “Measles is a harmless childhood disease.”🤦🏻‍♂️
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Judah Grunstein @judah-grunstein.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
African states should develop the energy sources they need to power their development. But the US has decided to sit this one out, and under Trump to jump in on the side of fossil fuels, whereas China is reaping the benefits of decarbonization. Self-own.
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Africa leads growth in solar energy as demand spreads beyond traditional markets, report says
A report shows that Africa has emerged as the world's fastest-growing solar market even as global growth slowed last year, driven by a 60% surge in imports of solar panels from China.
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