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The US offshore wind industry is experiencing renewed optimism after facing challenges during the early Trump administration, with support from President Trump and Interior Department officials.
Read full articleIn March, renewable energy sources generated more electricity than natural gas in the U.S. for the first time, marking a significant milestone for the sector despite ongoing challenges.
Read full articleMerino Energy, a San Francisco-based company, has emerged from stealth mode and introduced its first product, the Merino Mono, a professional-grade home heat pump system priced at $3,800.
Read full articleA report by the Sierra Club assessing 33 of the largest U.S. public pension funds indicates that most are not effectively utilizing proxy voting to address climate-related risks. The findings highlight significant shortcomings in the funds' voting practices concerning climate issues.
Read full articleToyota is expanding its lineup of battery-electric vehicles in the US and China, indicating a shift away from the anti-EV trend.
Read full articleBYD has partnered with KFC in China to introduce Flash Charging stations capable of over 1 MW at KFC locations, allowing drivers to place food orders while their electric vehicles charge.
Read full articleElectrofuel systems utilize green hydrogen and captured carbon to create synthetic aviation fuel, offering a potentially faster scaling option compared to bio-based fuels.
Read full articleRove has opened a new EV charging hub in Costa Mesa, CA, featuring 40 chargers and 400 solar panels that supply renewable energy and shade. The hub is strategically located between Huntington Beach and Newport Beach.
Read full articleAs of now, there are 71,482 fast electric vehicle (EV) chargers operating in the United States, addressing concerns about the availability and speed of public charging infrastructure.
Read full articleEthio Telecom has opened its fourth public Super-Fast EV Charging Hub in Adama, marking the first expansion of such facilities beyond Addis Ababa into regional areas. This development indicates a growing electric vehicle infrastructure in Ethiopia.
Read full article'Right to charge' laws allow residents to install electric vehicle chargers by overriding restrictions set by homeowners' associations and condo boards.
Read full articleFervo Energy has signed a three-year agreement with Turboden America to obtain 1.75 gigawatts of organic Rankine cycle turbine capacity as part of its plans to expand new geothermal power plants.
Read full articleThe article discusses a conversation with a Canadian citizens action group about the practical steps needed for Canada's decarbonization, emphasizing the use of existing technologies for immediate deployment rather than relying on potential future breakthroughs.
Read full articleKia has commenced production of the EV2, a small SUV, at its facility in Žilina, Slovakia, marking the company's expansion of electric vehicle manufacturing in Europe.
Read full articleThe article discusses the EU's CO2 standards for heavy-duty vehicles, which were first introduced in 2019 and revised in 2024, emphasizing that an early revision of these standards is unwarranted and could jeopardize the future of Europe's automotive industry.
Read full articleThe article discusses the potential of European-produced e-SAF (sustainable aviation fuel) to reduce aviation emissions while also contributing to economic growth, job creation, and enhanced energy security in the EU, which currently depends on imports for its fuel supply.
Read full articleVinFast has launched an electric vehicle rental program for transport and ride-hailing drivers in Indonesia and the Philippines, allowing them to rent vehicles from its Green lineup through authorized dealerships, in addition to the existing purchase option.
Read full articleKOKO Networks, a prominent clean-energy startup in Africa, abruptly ceased operations, resulting in the layoffs of 700 employees and the closure of 3,000 fuel stations, which raises concerns about the integrity of carbon market infrastructure in the region.
Read full articlePuerto Vallarta has introduced its first seven fully electric buses, with a total of 38 expected to operate primarily along Avenida Francisco Medina Ascencio, connecting key city destinations.
Read full articleEric Fowler from Fresh Energy highlights that implementing stronger energy standards can lead to reduced utility bills and enhanced safety during power outages.
Read full articleXcel Energy in Minnesota is set to establish the nation's first utility-operated virtual power plant, utilizing hundreds of megawatts of small-scale batteries installed at customer locations. The initiative has sparked discussions among supporters and critics over the past six months.
Read full articleThe Solar Upgrading Nonprofits (SUN) program in Massachusetts offers financial and technical support to help nonprofits initiate solar projects before the expiration of federal solar tax credits.
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