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Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Solar is winning the energy race

Solar power is rapidly scaling, becoming the world's cheapest energy source and surpassing coal, gas, and nuclear in capacity and usage.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Solar is winning the energy race

Solar power is rapidly scaling, becoming the world's cheapest energy source and surpassing coal, gas, and nuclear in capacity and usage.
#nevada
Environment
fromFortune
1 day ago

Data centers are destroying states' clean energy dreams | Fortune

Nevada's utility may struggle to meet clean energy targets due to surging electricity demand from data centers, likely relying on fossil fuels.
Environment
fromFast Company
1 day ago

States are falling short on their clean energy goals due to data center boom

Nevada's utility may struggle to meet clean energy targets due to surging electricity demand from data centers, likely relying on fossil fuels.
Environment
fromFortune
1 day ago

Data centers are destroying states' clean energy dreams | Fortune

Nevada's utility may struggle to meet clean energy targets due to surging electricity demand from data centers, likely relying on fossil fuels.
Environment
fromFast Company
1 day ago

States are falling short on their clean energy goals due to data center boom

Nevada's utility may struggle to meet clean energy targets due to surging electricity demand from data centers, likely relying on fossil fuels.
Cars
fromFast Company
7 hours ago

Considering a used EV? Here are 3 things to know

Used electric vehicles (EVs) are gaining popularity due to affordability and better battery life compared to gas cars.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

Toronto's streetlights to be converted to LED lighting by 2035, officials say | CBC News

We will convert every street light to modern LED light in the next 10 years, more than doubling our current pace. To keep the system going, we will also replace aging infrastructure below ground.
Canada news
#solar-energy
Environment
fromBusiness Matters
1 day ago

Britain smashes solar records as ministers greenlight country's largest solar farm

Britain's solar sector achieved record electricity generation while the government approved a major solar farm to support energy stability and affordability.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Britain breaks solar energy record twice as UK's biggest solar farm gets approval

Britain set new solar energy records with 14.4 GW generated, supported by government plans for large solar farms to enhance low-carbon energy production.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

UK's largest power-generating solar farm approved amid energy crisis

The UK government has approved the Springwell Solar Farm, set to be the largest solar energy project in the UK, enhancing energy independence.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Government approves UK's largest solar farm

The UK government approved the Springwell Solar Farm, which will power 180,000 homes despite local opposition and concerns about farmland loss.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

SolarEdge Tumbles 7%, Enphase Energy Sinks 4% Amid Cash Burn Concerns, Fierce Competition

Solar investors face challenges as SolarEdge and Enphase stocks drop due to tariff concerns and competitive pressures in the solar inverter market.
UK politics
fromMail Online
1 week ago

Is YOUR hometown a solar panel hotspot? Use our map to find out

Labour's push for solar panels faces criticism for being impractical and costly amid rising household bills.
London startup
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

OpenAI pauses UK data centre deal over energy costs and regulation

OpenAI is pausing its UK data centre project due to high energy costs and regulatory concerns.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
1 day ago

A new German-Polish project shows how cities can be heated without fossil fuels

Local leadership and cross-border collaboration in Görlitz and Zgorzelec aim to deliver cleaner, affordable heat and enhance energy security.
Digital life
fromEarth911
2 days ago

Guest Idea: Why Sustainable Home Tech Choices Also Need Cybersecurity Awareness

Sustainable technology adoption is rising, but security risks of connected devices are often overlooked, impacting both environmental and digital safety.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Turkey to race ahead of EU on battery storage amid fossil fuel crisis

Turkey has approved more battery capacity for its electricity grid than any EU member state, signaling a shift in clean energy investment dynamics.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
4 days ago

Preserving farmland, strengthening food security: Why the Greenbelt matters

Ontario's agriculture sector must diversify and reduce reliance on U.S. trade to enhance self-reliance and capitalize on local production opportunities.
European startups
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

First Solar Price Target Cut by Jefferies as Logistics Inflation Threatens Near-Term Margins

First Solar faces margin pressure due to logistics inflation linked to the Middle East conflict, prompting Jefferies to lower its price target.
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

Plug Power Advances 4% on Biggest Electrolyzer Project Yet and Clear Path to Profitability

The headline catalyst is a Front-End Engineering Design contract awarded to Plug Power to supply a 275 MW GenEco PEM electrolyzer system for Hy2gen Canada's 'Courant' project in Baie-Comeau, Quebec. This project will utilize low-carbon electricity from Hydro-Quebec to produce green hydrogen, which will then be converted into low-carbon ammonia and decarbonized ammonium nitrate for use in the mining and agriculture industries.
Business
#heat-pumps
Remodel
fromFast Company
3 days ago

These heat pumps can be installed in an hour-and will cut costs in half

Merino Energy offers affordable, easy-to-install heat pumps, reducing costs and installation time significantly compared to traditional systems.
Environment
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

Why California's heat pump target is failing: a former Apple engineer's $3,800 fix for the installation crisis - Silicon Canals

California aims for 6 million heat pumps by 2030, but installation challenges hinder progress.
Remodel
fromFast Company
3 days ago

These heat pumps can be installed in an hour-and will cut costs in half

Merino Energy offers affordable, easy-to-install heat pumps, reducing costs and installation time significantly compared to traditional systems.
Environment
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

Why California's heat pump target is failing: a former Apple engineer's $3,800 fix for the installation crisis - Silicon Canals

California aims for 6 million heat pumps by 2030, but installation challenges hinder progress.
Toronto startup
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

Tesla Is Quietly Becoming a Global Utility and Wall Street Barely Notices

Tesla's energy business is growing significantly, indicating a structural shift despite declining automotive revenue.
DevOps
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 days ago

Navigating the opaque fog of public cloud carbon footprints | Computer Weekly

The environmental benefits of public cloud services are increasingly questioned due to inconsistent sustainability metrics and reporting among major providers.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Where you live in Mass. can shape your electric bill - is yours getting out of control?

Electricity costs in Massachusetts vary significantly based on utility provider, with municipal utilities often charging half the rates of investor-owned companies.
Environment
fromFast Company
1 day ago

The solution to America's energy crisis starts with homes

Home solar and storage systems provide energy independence during severe storms, highlighting the need for a shift in America's energy infrastructure approach.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
19 hours ago

Environment Canada to use AI in new weather forecasting model | CBC News

Environment and Climate Change Canada will enhance weather forecasts using a hybrid model that combines AI and traditional forecasting methods.
London startup
fromTheregister
2 days ago

Investors are going nuclear to keep UK's AI datacenters fed

Investors are increasingly funding nuclear power as a sustainable solution for the UK's datacenter energy needs.
San Francisco Giants
fromDefector
1 week ago

The Sacramento Athletics Are A Wind Farm | Defector

The West Sacramento Athletics are the last winless team in baseball, struggling significantly with contact and strikeouts.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
3 days ago

RealAg Radio: Restrictions on farmland ownership, WorldAgritech, and family communication, Apr 7/26

RealAg Radio discusses farmland ownership restrictions and features insights on farm family communication and the WorldAgritech 2026 event.
#electric-vehicles
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Ontario pins hopes on storage batteries to sustain struggling EV supply chain | CBC News

Ontario's plan for an end-to-end electric vehicle supply chain is faltering as manufacturers delay or cancel projects, undermining local battery, parts and mineral production.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Canada news

Car dealers seek reimbursements for EVs sold under old rebate program as new one launches | CBC News

Canada's federal EV rebate program restarts, offering up to $5,000 for eligible EVs and $2,500 for plug-in hybrids while dealers await reimbursement mechanisms.
Cars
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Gas prices aren't the only factor fueling used EV sales | TechCrunch

New electric vehicle sales dropped 28% in Q1, while used EV sales increased 12% due to expiring leases and rising gas prices.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
6 days ago

EV Depreciation Is Still Brutal. But Hybrids Should Give Us Hope

Electric vehicles depreciate significantly faster than hybrids and the overall market average, losing 57.2% of their value in five years.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Canada news

Car dealers seek reimbursements for EVs sold under old rebate program as new one launches | CBC News

Brooklyn
fromtherealdeal.com
1 week ago

New real estate investment under attack: battery storage

Battery storage projects face regulatory challenges and community skepticism despite extensive oversight and safety measures in New York City.
OMG science
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

One Way or Another, Most of Our Electricity Comes From Solar Power

Electric power generation primarily relies on the interaction between magnets and coils, with various methods to induce motion.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Inside California's audacious bid to build the world's deepest floating wind farm

Humboldt Bay is set to become a hub for floating offshore wind energy, crucial for California's carbon neutrality goals by 2045.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

Peel mayors slam province's plan to consolidate conservation authorities | CBC News

Mayors of Mississauga, Brampton, and Caledon oppose the consolidation of conservation authorities, citing risks to local watershed management and housing approvals.
Gadgets
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

Panasonic's already sold future datacenter battery output

Panasonic plans to triple lithium-ion battery production to meet rising demand driven by AI, aiming for significant market share and sales growth by 2029.
fromIndependent
6 days ago

Carpool, slow down and do your laundry at night - families to be warned to cut energy use in government campaign amid Iran crisis

Officials from the Department of Energy are meeting daily as the Iran war drives up the price of fuel. A public awareness campaign is urging citizens to 'save energy, save your pocket.'
UK politics
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

Ontario municipalities say they're at critical' point, call on province to fill $4B funding gap | CBC News

Municipalities in Ontario face a $4 billion funding shortfall for provincial responsibilities, impacting infrastructure projects and social services.
Environment
fromMail Online
19 hours ago

Britain's electricity is its 'most British' in over 20 YEARS

Britain's electricity generation is the most domestically sourced in over 20 years, with 53% generated in the UK and 46% imported.
London startup
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

E.On claims war in Middle East has created huge increase in solar panel sales

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism funded by donations.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

How Pakistan's people-led solar boom is easing impact of Middle East energy crisis

People who could afford to do it at that time realised that it was much cheaper and cost-effective and better for them in the long run to do a one-time investment in rooftop solar as opposed to keep paying high electricity bills from a grid that is also unreliable, said Nabiya Imran, an associate at Renewables First, a Pakistani thinktank.
World news
Toronto startup
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

Australia to datacenter operators: BYO energy or stay home

Australia's government sets expectations for datacenter builders to ensure energy sustainability and local investment.
fromEarth911
3 weeks ago

Should You Go Solar In 2026?

The most consequential shift for anyone considering rooftop solar in 2026 is the expiration of Section 25D, the Residential Clean Energy Credit. That 30% credit, which was worth up to $9,000 on a $30,000 system, is no longer available for home solar installations. The One Big Beautiful Bill, signed July 4, 2025, accelerated the phase-out that the Inflation Reduction Act had originally extended through 2034.
SF real estate
Environment
fromKqed
1 day ago

The Debate for Keeping Diablo Canyon Open Past 2030 Is On. What Could It Mean for Your Bills? | KQED

Californians may be overpaying PG&E for Diablo Canyon's operation, with potential savings if the agreement is restructured.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
6 days ago

Northeast Pickering development decision delayed for further consultations with First Nations | CBC News

Pickering council deferred a decision on developing 1,600 hectares of land for more consultation with First Nations groups.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

Easy-to-use solar panels are coming, but utilities are trying to delay them

Plug-in solar panels that connect to standard outlets are gaining traction in the U.S. as a cost-effective alternative to traditional rooftop solar, though utility opposition based on safety concerns is slowing legislative adoption.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

SolarEdge Rockets 14%, Canadian Solar Climbs 7%: Here's What's Lighting Up the Solar Sector

SolarEdge stock is up 80% year-to-date and has tripled over the past year. Revenue came in at $335.36 million, up 96.4% year-over-year, reflecting recovering demand in its core inverter business.
Toronto startup
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

ANALYSIS | The energy crisis is getting worse. How protected is Canada? | CBC News

Gasoline prices in Canada are rising due to a global energy crisis, but the country is less affected than others due to its energy production capacity.
Science
fromSFGATE
4 weeks ago

Experts skeptical this California startup can turn night into day

A Los Angeles startup plans to deploy thousands of satellites with large mirrors to reflect sunlight onto Earth at night for commercial illumination, but scientists warn of severe ecological and environmental consequences.
NYC startup
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Solar Shares Shine: SolarEdge Stock Heads 10% Higher, Enphase Energy and SunRun Rally 6%

SolarEdge, Enphase Energy, and Sunrun stocks surge on sector-wide relief rally, with SolarEdge leading due to demonstrated turnaround with revenue growth, positive operating cash flow, and expanding margins.
#renewable-energy
Environment
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

The $63.8 Million Problem With FRNW: Why Smaller Clean Energy Funds Face Unique Risks

High oil prices enhance the appeal of renewable energy investments, benefiting funds like Fidelity Clean Energy ETF.
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

U.S. government confirms Tesla and LG Energy Solution large battery deal | CBC News

Tesla and LG Energy Solution will build a $4.3 billion lithium iron phosphate battery manufacturing facility in Michigan, launching production in 2027 to supply domestic energy storage systems.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

Electricity demand, natural gas production, and renewable power expected to soar by 2050 | CBC News

Canada's electricity demand will surge 44% by 2050, driven by residential, industrial, and AI data centre growth, with wind energy expanding dramatically to meet doubled system capacity.
Alternative transportation
fromHigh Country News
1 month ago

Why Western states are pushing for plug-in solar - High Country News

Plug-in solar panels, common in Germany, are gaining legislative support across 27 U.S. states to enable affordable household solar energy generation without regulatory barriers.
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Google and Tesla think we're managing the electrical grid all wrong | TechCrunch

The group points out, correctly, that the grid is designed for brief bursts of high demand; most of the time there's lots of capacity that goes unused. Utilize thinks that should change. The group argues that smarter ways to use that capacity already exist. Utilize name checks a number of those solutions, including battery storage, demand response, and virtual power plants, all of which have emerged en masse over the last decade, but remain under utilized.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
1 month ago

Tesla Powerwall distribution expands in Australia

We are proud to officially welcome Tesla Powerwall into the Supply Partners portfolio. Tesla sets a high bar, and we've worked hard to earn the opportunity to represent a brand that customers actively ask for. This partnership reflects the strength of our logistics, technical services and customer experience, and it's a win for installers who want premium options they can trust.
E-Commerce
#data-centers
Environment
fromFuturism
3 days ago

The Entire State of Maine Is Poised to Ban New Data Centers

Maine is set to freeze new data center construction until 2027 due to concerns over electricity prices and environmental impact.
Environment
fromFuturism
3 days ago

The Entire State of Maine Is Poised to Ban New Data Centers

Maine is set to freeze new data center construction until 2027 due to concerns over electricity prices and environmental impact.
Environment
fromNature
4 days ago

'Yes, we can': a blueprint for a clean economy and healthy society

A new 'clean' economy focused on sustainability can lead to a more efficient and prosperous society.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

Alberta power policies trigger $408M devaluation to ATCO's wind and solar division, company says | CBC News

ATCO's Canadian Utilities reports a $408-million devaluation of Alberta renewable energy assets, attributing the loss to Smith government electricity system reforms that curtail wind and solar project output and threaten future renewable investment.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Why farmers in California are backing a giant solar farm

A 200-square-mile solar farm in California's San Joaquin Valley would generate 21,000 megawatts of power, with farmers supporting the project as an alternative use for land lacking sufficient water for crop production.
#bitcoin-mining
Renovation
fromHomebuilding
2 months ago

Could community solar panels save homeowners up to 100 a year?

Community-scale solar projects reduce energy bills for British households and public facilities by pooling demand and enabling shared savings, despite cost and policy challenges.
Environment
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Why environmental advocates are speaking out against a planned development in northeast Pickering | CBC News

Environmental advocates oppose a planned development in northeast Pickering due to concerns about flood risk, water quality, and endangered species.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Why California is keeping this unusual solar plant running when both Trump and Biden wanted it closed

California ordered the Ivanpah solar-thermal plant to remain open 13 years despite costs, obsolescence, and bird deaths, citing grid reliability amid rising data-center demand.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Critics say Ottawa's sustainable jobs plan offers no new support for energy workers | CBC News

Canada's sustainable jobs action plan primarily lists existing policies without targeted measures for energy workers facing displacement from the energy transition.
US politics
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Clean energy is still booming in the U.S. despite Trump's best efforts

Clean energy continued growing in the U.S., supplying nearly all new 2025 and 2026 power capacity from solar, wind, and batteries despite federal opposition.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

With some Canadians ready to embrace Chinese-made autos, experts note there are security risks | CBC News

Allowing limited Chinese-made electric vehicles into Canada raises privacy and cybersecurity concerns but many consumers prioritize vehicle quality, price, and availability over data risks.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

China is reportedly testing a new airborne wind turbine

Researchers in China have reportedly tested a new, gravity-defying wind turbine system that they say could generate power from the airspace above cities. The turbine is called the S2000 Stratosphere Airborne Wind Energy System, or SAWES. Held up by what is essentially a helium blimp, the machine reportedly generated 385 kilowatts of electricity from 2,000 meters (more than 6,500 feet) above the city of Yibin in China's province of Sichuan, according to a recent Euronews report.
Science
Environment
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

There's a better way to use the electric grid-and cut power bills

Existing grid capacity can meet new electricity demand through smart technology and load flexibility instead of building expensive new power plants.
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

RealAg on the Weekend: Finding opportunity in biofuels for Canadian agriculture, Feb 21 & 22, 2026

Broadcasting from Calgary, Alberta, your host Shaun Haney is joined by Tyler McCann, managing director of CAPI, and Saskatchewan farmer Daryl Fransoo to talk about profitability in ag and the role of the biofuel industry from a Canadian agriculture perspective. Thoughts on something we talked about on the show? Connect with host Shaun Haney via [email protected], on X/Twitter by using the hashtag #RealAgRadio, or give us a shout or text on the response line, 1-855-776-6147.
Agriculture
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Why Hyundai wants to work with the Canadian hydrogen energy sector | CBC Accessibility

Hyundai is exploring a "potential collaboration" with the Canadian hydrogen energy sector, it told CBC News on Thursday, as the South Korean automaker bets on natural gas-fuelled cars to be the future of the automotive industry. The revelation came a few days after Canada and South Korea signed a memorandum of understanding that will see the two co-operate in several key industries, including auto and battery manufacturing.
Canada news
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Nuclear refurbishment done and under budget at Ontario's Darlington plant: minister | CBC News

Darlington refurbishment finished early and under budget, extending the generating station's operating life to at least 2055.
fromCity Limits
2 months ago

Opinion: For Affordable Clean Energy at Home, New York Needs Solar ASAP

We can keep tethering ourselves to volatile geopolitics, to fossil fuel prices we'll never control, and to an energy system built on instability and extraction-or we can choose the alternative that's right in front of us: harnessing the sun here at home on our own rooftops. By rapidly accelerating local solar in New York, we can build power right here in our communities, beyond the reach of coups, cartels, and commodity shocks.
Environment
#china-solar-manufacturing
fromFuturism
2 months ago
Environment

The Amount of New Solar Power Production Capacity China Is Manufacturing Is Legitimately Mind-Blowing

fromWIRED
2 months ago
Environment

China's Renewable Energy Revolution Is a Huge Mess That Might Save the World

fromFuturism
2 months ago
Environment

The Amount of New Solar Power Production Capacity China Is Manufacturing Is Legitimately Mind-Blowing

fromWIRED
2 months ago
Environment

China's Renewable Energy Revolution Is a Huge Mess That Might Save the World

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