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Iraq's economy is struggling significantly due to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, which has severely reduced oil revenues that constitute 90% of the country's state budget. As OPEC's second-largest oil producer, Iraq has failed to diversify its economy away from its heavy reliance on petroleum sales.
Read full articleThe Croatian government has announced a €40 million investment in energy support measures for households, aimed at financing residential solar systems, batteries, and heat pumps, which is expected to assist up to 15,000 applications. Additionally, the government will extend existing electricity price subsidies for homeowners.
Read full articleSMA Solar Technology AG reported a 0.9% decline in revenue to €1.516 billion ($1.75 billion) and a significant widening of losses in 2025, attributed to weak demand and restructuring program impacts.
Read full articleAustralia's natural gas supply outlook has become more favorable, with the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) projecting that peak-day shortfalls in southern Australia will now occur in 2030, a year later than previously anticipated, due to improved supply conditions and reduced consumption forecasts.
Read full articleResearch indicates that energy transitions in major economies like North America and the Eurozone can produce beneficial spillover effects globally, despite ongoing geopolitical tensions. The findings are detailed in a paper published in a journal that examines the impact of energy transitions in North America, Europe, and China.
Read full articleSaudi Arabia's crude oil exports to China and India are expected to decrease in April due to production disruptions in the Middle East, with shipments to China projected at 40 million barrels and to India at around 23 million barrels.
Read full articleJinkoSolar, in collaboration with researchers from the National University of Singapore and the Solar Energy Research Institute of Singapore, has achieved a power conversion efficiency of 32.76% in a perovskite-TOPCon tandem solar cell, a result certified by China's National Photovoltaic Industry Metrology Test Center. The cell features a high-efficiency tandem structure utilizing a perovskite top device
Read full articleResearchers from the Australian Centre for Advanced Photovoltaics estimate that ultra-low-cost solar technology could generate 1,000 TWh for domestic use and 2,600 TWh for export, potentially creating a 2,000 GW market in Australia as part of the country's energy transition.
Read full articleThe Terawatt PV 100 has ranked the top 100 solar manufacturing companies for Q1 2026, with Tongwei at the top and most firms based in China. The ranking reflects growing global supply-chain scrutiny and the rising influence of Indian companies in the solar industry.
Read full articleThe ongoing war in the Middle East has led analysts to downgrade their forecasts for global liquefied natural gas supply by approximately 35 million tons, primarily due to disruptions in production and exports, including a force majeure on Qatar's LNG facilities. Multiple forecasting firms have adjusted their expectations for LNG supply through 2029.
Read full articleA study by researchers at Western University reveals that agrivoltaic systems, which integrate sheep grazing with solar PV arrays, can yield profit margins up to 40% higher than traditional farming methods in Ontario, providing dual revenue from livestock and solar services.
Read full articleNulite New Energy has launched a hybrid photovoltaic-geothermal heat pump system that harnesses solar electricity for direct operation, enhancing efficiency and self-consumption. This system, ranging from 8 to 112 kW, provides heating, cooling, and domestic hot water, achieving coefficients of performance above 4-5 and utilizing smart controls for optimal year-round performance.
Read full articleVenezuela's oil production increased to 1.1 million barrels per day this month, up from 942,000 barrels per day in February, following the selective lifting of U.S. sanctions after the removal of President Nicolas Maduro. Despite this improvement, experts indicate that a full recovery of the oil industry will take time.
Read full articleThe Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind Project (CVOW) has started supplying renewable energy to Virginia, and upon completion, it will feature 176 wind turbines, making it the largest offshore wind project in the United States.
Read full articleEnvironmental groups and faith communities have filed an appeal in Fulton County Superior Court challenging the Georgia Public Service Commission's December approval of Georgia Power's plan to add 10 GW of energy generation, arguing that the company did not demonstrate a necessity for the expansion.
Read full articleNew research indicates that Europe is only three years behind China in electric vehicle sales, and if it continues to pursue its electric car goals, it could significantly reduce oil dependence in transportation before 2030. European oil imports are projected to reach €300 billion by 2026, including an €80 billion crisis premium.
Read full articleDonut Lab is facing scrutiny over its claims of developing a solid state battery, as not all specifications have been verified.
Read full articleAlberta is seeking investment from Asian and Middle Eastern capital for a proposed pipeline capable of transporting 1 million barrels of oil per day to Asian markets, with Premier Danielle Smith noting that investors are interested in minority stakes. The pipeline aims to reduce Canada's reliance on U.S. oil exports by facilitating the movement of oil sands crude to a terminal in Prince Rupert, British Columbia.
Read full articleAustralia is facing a fuel crisis due to its heavy reliance on imported refined products, despite producing approximately 320,000 barrels per day of crude oil domestically. This situation highlights the nation's vulnerability to disruptions in fuel imports.
Read full articleDominion Energy's Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project has generated its first power, marking a significant milestone as it is set to become the largest offshore wind farm in the United States upon completion.
Read full articleThe ongoing war in the Middle East, which has disrupted around 20% of global LNG trade, is prompting a push for increased LNG exports from Western Canada, as its political stability and proximity to Asian markets make it a viable alternative to address the sudden supply shortage in gas markets.
Read full articleThe article discusses potential next steps for implementing a decarbonization roadmap for Oʻahu's clean energy system, aimed at guiding Hawaiian agencies and utilities in exploring further actions. It is part of a series that examines solutions for achieving decarbonization in Hawaiʻi.
Read full articleIn January 2026, renewable energy sources contributed over 25% of the U.S. electrical generation, marking an 11% increase from the previous year, and accounted for more than 36% of installed generating capacity. The U.S. Energy Information Administration reported that solar, wind, and battery storage added over 55 gigawatts of new capacity in 2026, while fossil fuels
Read full articleRecent military actions by the U.S. and Israel against Iran have shifted energy market expectations from a predicted surplus in oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) to warnings of impending shortages, particularly in natural gas. QatarEnergy has declared force majeure amid these developments, indicating significant disruptions in supply.
Read full articleTech giants are moving away from relying on the electrical grid, primarily due to the potential burdens that AI centers could impose on other electricity customers, leading to increased costs for the general public. Critics argue that these centers may establish their own power sources instead.
Read full articleThe article outlines a draft roadmap aimed at achieving a zero-carbon energy system for Oʻahu by 2050, building on extensive analysis of the island's energy infrastructure. It focuses on eliminating overseas aviation fuel, international maritime bunkering, and military energy demands to create a sustainable energy future.
Read full articleUtility-scale developers in the US can now construct solar power plants more rapidly, thanks to a new generation of heat-tolerant robots called Maximo. These robots are designed to enhance the efficiency of solar plant construction.
Read full articleLawmakers in Michigan and New York are considering bills that would prevent utilities from owning distributed energy resources and mandate fair access for third-party aggregators.
Read full articleSince the onset of the Middle Eastern conflict nearly a month ago, oil prices have surged past $110 per barrel following Iran's declaration that the Strait of Hormuz was "closed," prompting the US to deploy military assets to the region to reopen the vital shipping waterway.
Read full articleSodium-ion batteries for electric vehicles are approaching mass production, offering benefits such as faster charging times of 11 minutes and a driving range of 450 kilometers, while being more efficient, safer, and cost-effective.
Read full articleValero Energy plans to restart its Port Arthur, Texas refinery, one of the largest in the U.S., later this week after it was shut down due to an explosion and fire that occurred on Monday. The refinery has a processing capacity of 380,000 barrels per day.
Read full articleCrusoe and Redwood Energy are expanding a microgrid in Sparks, Nevada, utilizing repurposed electric vehicle batteries and solar energy to support additional modular data centers. This announcement follows Crusoe's recent agreement for 12 GWh of energy from Form Energy's iron-air storage technology.
Read full articleCrude oil prices dropped approximately 4% following news of President Trump's proposed Iran peace plan, which reduced the geopolitical risk premium that had previously increased prices. Meanwhile, the Dallas Fed Energy Survey indicated a rebound in U.S. oilfield activity, with energy firms returning to expansion.
Read full articleA Ukrainian drone attack on March 25 caused a significant fire at the Ust-Luga oil port in Russia's Leningrad region, following a similar strike on the Primorsk port earlier that week. Ust-Luga, a major Baltic Sea export hub, was closed after several oil storage reservoirs caught fire.
Read full articleThe Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project, the largest offshore wind farm in the U.S. with a capacity of 2.6 gigawatts, has successfully begun delivering electricity to the national grid despite attempts by former President Trump to halt its progress.
Read full articleU.S. crude oil inventories rose by 6.9 million barrels to 456.2 million barrels for the week ending March 20, according to the EIA, which is slightly above the five-year average. In contrast, gasoline inventories have decreased.
Read full articleFrance's energy regulator has announced a reduction in feed-in tariffs for photovoltaic systems up to 100 kW, effective from April 1 to July 1, 2026, which includes lower rates across all segments and decreased compensation for surplus electricity.
Read full articleJapan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has requested the International Energy Agency to prepare for a potential second emergency release of oil stocks, following a recent coordinated release of over 400 million barrels. This initial release included 172.2 million barrels from the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve, with Japan also beginning preparations for its involvement.
Read full articleIn 2025, solar and wind energy accounted for a record 17% of total U.S. electricity generation, with their combined share increasing to 19% when including both utility-scale and small-scale solar, according to the Energy Information Administration.
Read full articleThe article discusses how PJM's competitive market failed to provide stability during a significant demand shock, suggesting that adopting practices from regulated states could offer a straightforward solution to the crisis.
Read full articleThe ongoing conflict in Iran and the subsequent energy crisis may renew China's interest in the Power of Siberia 2 pipeline to import Russian gas, as analysts suggest it could alter Beijing's energy strategy in light of disruptions from the Strait of Hormuz.
Read full articleSpain's grid operator Red Eléctrica and regulator CNMC have introduced real-time voltage control services that allow renewable energy plants to support the grid dynamically, following the approval of Operational Plan 7.4. This initiative aims to enhance grid stability by utilizing renewable installations for voltage management.
Read full articlePepco Holdings CEO Tyler Anthony highlighted the need to increase power supplies in the PJM market, including utility-owned generation, as a strategy to tackle affordability challenges.
Read full articleA study by Germany's VDMA predicts that global capital expenditure on photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing equipment will increase from approximately $16.6 billion in 2025 to $43.8 billion by 2035, growing to more than 2.5 times its current level, while European suppliers maintain competitive advantages despite facing structural challenges.
Read full articleThe Strait of Hormuz, a crucial passage for global oil transport where about 20% of the world's oil flows, has gained renewed attention due to recent hostilities in the Persian Gulf and ongoing U.S.-Israeli actions targeting Iran's oil infrastructure.
Read full articleA Japanese consortium is conducting a three-year pilot project to test film-type perovskite solar cells in agrivoltaics over rice paddies, focusing on energy generation, rice yield, land use, and emissions. The project aims to evaluate the technology's performance and commercial viability.
Read full articleSince July 2024, the UK government has supported at least 780 solar projects, including both rooftop installations on schools and hospitals and utility-scale projects exceeding 500 MW capacity.
Read full articleThe article discusses the potential for industrial AI to demonstrate its commercial value in traditional, asset-heavy sectors like oil and gas by the year 2026.
Read full articleVanair has developed a patented solar panel system for semi trucks aimed at reducing idle times, thereby decreasing diesel emissions and fuel waste. The system addresses the environmental impact of combustion engines idling at truck stops and job sites.
Read full articleSaudi Arabia added approximately 7.8 GW of solar capacity in 2025, bringing its total to over 12.4 GW, but is projected to fall short of its 130 GW renewable energy target by 2030, potentially reaching it by 2035.
Read full articleSouth Korea aims to create 2,500 community-owned solar cooperatives by 2030, with over 500 sites to be selected this year and KRW 550 billion allocated for the initiative by 2026. The Ministry of the Interior and Safety has announced a public competition for its Sunlight Income Village program to support these rural cooperatives.
Read full articleAustralia's national science agency, CSIRO, has successfully tested AI-driven robots originally designed for mining to perform maintenance inspections at large-scale solar farms, indicating potential advancements in solar maintenance technology.
Read full articleIn 2025, the United States installed a record 18.9 GW of energy storage capacity, marking a 52% increase from the previous year, according to Wood Mackenzie's quarterly report. The final quarter of 2025 alone accounted for 5.8 GW of this total.
Read full articleResearchers from Aalborg University in Denmark and the University of the Punjab in Pakistan have identified significant cybersecurity vulnerabilities in smart meters, which could lead to data manipulation, energy theft, and service disruptions. They suggest a new detection method that improves attack identification using state estimation and statistical boundaries, although it requires more computational resources than existing techniques.
Read full articleWaaree Energies has sanctioned an investment of INR 39 billion ($415 million) to establish a solar glass manufacturing plant with a daily capacity of 2,500 metric tons, which will be developed by its subsidiary Waaree Green Glass.
Read full articleResearchers at Swansea University have discovered that perovskite solar cells can be effectively produced in dusty environments, achieving performance levels comparable to those made in cleanrooms. This breakthrough suggests that manufacturing these solar cells could be more cost-effective and scalable without the need for ultra-sterile conditions.
Read full articleOn March 18, 2026, the U.S.-Israeli military campaign against Iran escalated significantly with reciprocal attacks on critical energy infrastructure, marking the most severe regional escalation since the conflict's onset, including an Israeli drone strike on Iran's Asaluyeh complex.
Read full articleIn 2024, 90% of U.S. households utilized LED bulbs for indoor lighting, with 37% exclusively using LEDs, as reported by the Residential Energy Consumption Survey.
Read full articleBattery-equipped induction stoves are emerging as a transformative technology for clean home electrification, enabling efficient cooking without the high costs typically associated with electric appliances, as discussed by Copper CEO Sam Calisch on the Cleantech Talk podcast.
Read full articleHawaiʻi's proposal to import liquefied natural gas (LNG) as a means to reduce electricity costs and transition to a cleaner energy system has come under scrutiny, revealing that the supporting state study is based on questionable assumptions.
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