> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://newsletters.qs.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # 🏫 Public Opinion on Eliminating the US Dept of Education. Energy Transition in India. Global Fertility Rates in 2024. - URL: https://newsletters.qs.com/public-opinion-on-eliminating-the-us-dept-of-education-energy-transition-in-india-global-fertility-rates-in-2024/ - Published: 2025-09-01T11:50:21.000Z - Updated: 2025-09-01T11:50:20.000Z - Description: Chart of the Day #422 Looks at Opinions on the Elimination of the US Department of Education, Solar Energy in India, and Europe and North America Had the Lowest Fertility Rates. - Author: QS - Tags: Charts [**Hello**](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/English%5Flanguage?ref=newsletters.qs.com) 👋 How Singapore is accelerating its national AI ambitions by investing in [upskilling](https://opengovasia.com/singapore-workforce-upskilling-to-accelerate-national-ai-ambition/?c=lk&ref=newsletters.qs.com) its workforce. South Africa unveils new [skills initiatives](http://www.channelafrica.co.za/sabc/home/channelafrica/economy/details?id=edec42a0-adc4-4ad8-abea-9b63a4707b20&title=SA%20unveils%20new%20skills%20drive%20for%20green%20energy%20transition&ref=newsletters.qs.com) for green energy transition. Keysight and USM collaborate to advance [semiconductor and photonics education](https://www.eetindia.co.in/keysight-and-usm-collaborate-to-advance-semiconductor-and-photonics-education-in-malaysia/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) in Malaysia. China to the rescue: Bangladesh plans two mega-hospitals with [Tk3,425cr](https://www.tbsnews.net/bangladesh/health/bangladesh-eyes-tk3425cr-chinese-grant-two-hospitals-chattogram-and-rangpur?ref=newsletters.qs.com) in grant aid. China has launched a three-year plan to restructure[ university programs](https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202508/29/WS68b0fbf7a3108622abc9dbd5.html?ref=newsletters.qs.com) to align with national priorities. India and Japan Forge Human [Resource](https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/international/3608615-india-and-japan-forge-landmark-human-resource-exchange-deal?ref=newsletters.qs.com) Exchange Deal. Nigeria [introduces](https://leadership.ng/fg-unveils-new-curricula-sets-new-subject-limits-for-schools/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) revised curricula with subject limits across basic, senior secondary, and technical education levels. ### Today's Topics **🏫 K12 Education.** Majority of Americans opposed eliminating the US Department of Education **🍃 Green Skills.** Solar reached nearly 25% of India’s electricity capacity ⚕️ **Health Skills.** Europe had the lowest fertility rates Thanks for reading! **Not a subscriber yet?** [Subscribe Now](https://newsletters.qs.com/#/portal/) --- ## 🏫 Majority of Americans Opposed Eliminating the US Department of Education [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f1/d4/f1d411df-6f49-4c75-a302-f8c9e9f59495/content/images/2025/09/HolonIQ_Public_opinion_on_the_elimination_of_the_US_Department_of_Education_June_2025_HCH4V6529SWC3GN2B2A9.png)](https://index.holoniq.com/charts/HCH4V6529SWC3GN2B2A9/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) In June 2025, 53% of Americans strongly opposed eliminating the US Department of Education, with only 22% expressing support. The data suggests strong public concern over maintaining [federal oversight](https://library.fiveable.me/key-terms/ap-gov/federal-oversight?ref=newsletters.qs.com) in education policy and funding. This aligns with ongoing debates around equity in schooling and access to [federal student aid](https://www.ed.gov/about/ed-offices/fsa/federal-student-aid?ref=newsletters.qs.com). The Department’s [Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) ](https://www.ed.gov/laws-and-policy/laws-preschool-grade-12-education/every-student-succeeds-act-essa?ref=newsletters.qs.com)remains central in ensuring accountability and support for disadvantaged schools nationwide. ## **🍃** Solar Reached Nearly 25% of India’s Electricity Capacity [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f1/d4/f1d411df-6f49-4c75-a302-f8c9e9f59495/content/images/2025/09/HolonIQ_Installed_electricity_capacity_by_source_in_India_2024_HCH6YG8N1RF1TEQ29R3P.png)](https://index.holoniq.com/charts/HCH6YG8N1RF1TEQ29R3P/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) In 2024, coal accounted for 47% of India’s installed electricity capacity, while solar and wind together made up 35%. This reflects a steady transition from fossil fuels toward clean energy, with solar emerging as the fastest-growing source. The trend mirrors India’s broader [climate commitments](https://dst.gov.in/climate-change-programme?ref=newsletters.qs.com) and rising energy demand. Policies such as the [National Solar Mission ](https://www.seci.co.in/upload/static/files/mission%5Fdocument%5FJNNSM%281%29.pdf?ref=newsletters.qs.com)have been key drivers, accelerating[ renewable adoption](https://www.herofutureenergies.com/blog/renewable-energy/?ref=newsletters.qs.com#:~:text=India%20ranks%204th%20globally%20in,is%20estimated%20at%20748%20GWp.) and supporting India’s target of 50% non-fossil capacity by 2030. ## ⚕️ Europe Had the Lowest Fertility Rates [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f1/d4/f1d411df-6f49-4c75-a302-f8c9e9f59495/content/images/2025/09/data-src-image-5b4551dd-82c8-4df0-b7d9-1c147b401ef1.png)](https://index.holoniq.com/charts/HCHGG97NMJYRB62GPW64/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) In 2024, Africa recorded the highest average fertility rate at 4.14, while Europe had the lowest at 1.69\. The sharp regional contrasts often reflect[ disparities in access to education](https://uwlpress.uwl.ac.uk/newvistas/article/id/252/?ref=newsletters.qs.com), particularly for women and girls. Studies show that [higher educational attainment](https://www.oecd.org/en/topics/sub-issues/education-attainment.html?ref=newsletters.qs.com) is closely linked to lower fertility, as seen in Europe and North America. The [UNESCO Global Education Monitoring Report](https://www.un-ilibrary.org/content/periodicals/26180693?ref=newsletters.qs.com) underscores this link, stressing investment in universal education as a driver of demographic stability. --- **Like getting this newsletter?* Request a demo for unlimited access to over one million charts* [Request a Demo](https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/2C1%5FV5ni4SEyLILjrqcyQnQfigrs?%5F%5Fhstc=246933147.4a0f9c817dbdb1552dab36c635584622.1688407869224.1749831404162.1749845959660.481&%5F%5Fhssc=246933147.4.1749845959660&%5F%5Fhsfp=4268195782&ref=newsletters.qs.com) --- **Thank you for reading. Have a great week ahead!** Have some feedback or want to sponsor this newsletter? Let us know at [qs.com.](https://www.qs.com/contact-us/?ref=newsletters.qs.com)