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Affordable and Clean Energy

Affordable and Clean Energy is one of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2015. It aims to ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all. Access to energy is a very important pillar for the well- being of the people as well as economic development and poverty alleviation. A well-established energy system supports all sectors: from business, medicine and education to agriculture, infra- structure, communication and high-technology.

For many decades fossil fuels such as coal, oil or gas have been major sources of electricity production, but burning carbon fuels produces large amounts of greenhouse gases which cause climate change and have harmful impacts on people's well-being and the environment. Moreover, global use of electricity is rising rapidly, Without a stable electricity supply, countries will not be able to develop their economics. Energy services are key to prevent diseases and fight pandemics and to enhance healthcare facilities. Supplying clear water is essential for hygiene, to enabling communications and IT services that connect people.

Seeing the harm they have been doing to the environment, countries all over the world are looking into other alternatives for energy production such as Solar Energy, Wind Power, Geothermal Energy, Hydropower, Tidal Power and Biomass.

Countries can accelerate the transition to an affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy system by investing in renewable energy sources, prioritizing energy efficient practiees, and adopting clean energy technologies and infrastructure.