How Small Nations Are Winning the Renewable Race
Several smaller countries now generate nearly all their electricity from clean sources.

A handful of small nations have surged ahead in the clean-energy transition, generating most or all of their power renewably.
Abundant hydro, wind, solar and geothermal resources, paired with bold policy, made the leap possible.
Their success offers lessons for larger economies still reliant on fossil fuels.
Experts say political will, not technology, is now the main barrier.
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