A large-scale engine fueled entirely by pure hydrogen has successfully delivered electricity to Spain’s national power grid, marking a significant milestone in sustainable energy technology. As global reliance on intermittent renewable sources like solar and wind grows, the need for reliable backup power that avoids fossil fuels has become critical ...

Europe’s battery storage sector reached a significant milestone in 2025, with total operational capacity surpassing 100 gigawatt-hours. According to SolarPower Europe’s latest market outlook, the industry saw a 48 percent annual growth rate, driven largely by a shift toward large-scale, grid-connected battery projects. While Germany, the United Kingdom, and Italy ...

The Netherlands is rapidly closing the gap with Australia in the global race for solar energy adoption, maintaining its position as the world’s second-largest market for solar panel capacity per capita. To secure a spot in the top 10 rankings, nations must now exceed a threshold of 1 kilowatt-peak of ...

Ireland is moving forward with the Rathrush Green Energy Park, a massive project designed to capture surplus wind and solar power that currently overwhelms the national grid. By converting this excess renewable energy into green hydrogen, the facility aims to prevent energy waste while providing a reliable storage solution. The ...

A former coal mine in Minonk, Illinois, has been transformed into a functional solar energy site, marking a significant shift from fossil fuel extraction to renewable power generation. Spanning 40 acres, the project utilizes 16,950 solar panels to generate a combined capacity of 9.8 Megawatts. This brownfield development not only ...

A Swiss pilot project has successfully demonstrated a novel method for generating renewable energy by installing solar panels directly between railroad tracks. Developed by the startup Sun-Ways, this innovative system utilizes existing rail infrastructure to host PV modules without disrupting train operations. By repurposing space that is already in use, ...

Belfast-based Artemis Technologies has unveiled the EF-12, a pioneering 100% electric, zero-emissions hydrofoil pilot boat. Designed to modernize the hazardous maritime profession of harbor piloting, the vessel utilizes the proprietary Artemis eFoiler electric propulsion system to lift the hull above the water. This innovation significantly reduces hydrodynamic drag and wake ...

Medical professionals are increasingly warning that climate change poses a severe threat to human health, with rising greenhouse gas emissions linked to significant increases in mortality and illness. While the immediate dangers of extreme heat and wildfire smoke are well-documented, researchers are now uncovering how persistent, overlapping climate stressors impact ...

For the first time in the United Kingdom, annual sales of new electric vehicles have surpassed those of petrol-powered cars. Data analyzed by Carbon Brief reveals that in the twelve months leading up to May 2026, consumers purchased 516,490 battery electric vehicles compared to 504,010 petrol models. This shift arrives ...

Italy’s energy storage sector is experiencing a period of significant, albeit uneven, growth. Federico Brucciani of Italia Solare notes that the residential market has matured rapidly, largely due to tax-based incentive schemes that have made the integration of batteries with solar panels the standard for households. Conversely, the commercial and ...

The German energy storage association, BVES, intends to challenge the country’s proposed Electricity Security of Supply and Capacity Act (StromVKG) before the European Commission. The association contends that the legislation’s current framework unfairly favors gas-fired power plants while effectively sidelining battery storage and other flexible technologies. By mandating strict operational ...

At Intersolar Europe 2026, industry leaders argued that domestic manufacturing will not disrupt the global solar market, but rather succeed through strategic innovation and specialized development. Peter Fath of RCT Solutions emphasized that the industry’s technology roadmap is already set, with a transition from TOPCon to back contact (BC) and ...

Researchers at the University of Cambridge have successfully scaled up a solar-powered technology capable of transforming plastic waste into clean hydrogen fuel and industrial chemicals. While previous iterations of this innovation were confined to small-scale laboratory settings, the team has now demonstrated the system's viability in real-world, outdoor conditions. By ...

The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) has released an interactive map demonstrating that solar energy infrastructure occupies only 0.07% of prime farmland in the United States. Designed to provide context during ongoing Farm Bill negotiations, the tool highlights that solar development has a significantly smaller land footprint than suburban sprawl ...

Researchers at Xidian University in China are advancing a space-based solar power project called Zhuri, or “chasing the sun,” designed to transmit clean energy wirelessly from geostationary orbit to Earth. By capturing solar energy 36,000 kilometres above the planet, the system avoids the limitations of weather and night cycles, potentially ...

A new study by NERA Economic Consulting, commissioned by the Corporate Energy Buyers Association (CEBA), reveals that placing permitting restrictions on new solar and wind energy projects could significantly increase electricity costs across the United States. By modeling a constrained market environment against an unconstrained scenario, researchers found that limiting ...

Solar technology is undergoing a significant aesthetic transformation, moving away from utilitarian, rigid grids toward expressive, sculptural forms. For decades, solar panels were treated as secondary technical additions, often hidden from view due to their stark appearance. Today, architects and designers are integrating advanced photovoltaics into the built environment as ...

Logistics giant Prologis is transforming vast warehouse rooftops into community solar hubs, turning underutilized urban space into clean energy generators. A recent 720-kilowatt installation in Oakland, California, exemplifies this shift, feeding power directly into the grid to provide low-income households with guaranteed utility bill savings. By leveraging flat, expansive commercial ...

The LEGO Group is advancing its commitment to renewable energy by constructing a significant solar power plant in Billund, Denmark. Boasting an installed capacity of 116 MW and a grid connection of 80 MW peak, the facility is projected to generate approximately 99 GWh of electricity annually once it becomes ...

Researchers at Osaka Metropolitan University have developed an innovative artificial photosynthesis system capable of producing formic acid from carbon dioxide and water using solar energy. Unlike traditional setups that rely on complex battery-based hardware to stabilize fluctuating sunlight, this new device features a redesigned electrolyzer that self-regulates. By utilizing a ...

As the United Kingdom grapples with a severe heatwave and temperatures climbing past 37°C, new data from the energy think tank Ember highlights the vital role of residential solar power. Households equipped with rooftop solar modules are currently generating enough electricity to offset the energy demands of air conditioning units ...

Amsterdam-based Ore Energy has partnered with major energy supplier Budget Thuis to deploy one gigawatt-hour (GWh) of iron-air long-duration energy storage (LDES) in the Netherlands. This agreement, finalized on June 22, 2026, marks the largest project of its kind in continental Europe. The initiative aims to address the intermittency of ...

The NESTOUT 4-Panel Solar Charger brings a new level of portability to renewable energy, mirroring the compact design of modern camping gear. By integrating a solar regulator and storage pouch directly into the unit, the device eliminates the cable clutter often associated with portable PV systems. Featuring high-efficiency Maxeon solar ...

A coalition of solar manufacturers known as American Manufacturers for ENergy Resilience (AMER)—comprising Heliene, SEG Solar, and Canadian Solar—has petitioned the US Department of Commerce to launch an anti-circumvention inquiry into solar cell imports from South Korea. The group alleges that South Korean producers, including Hanwha, are bypassing long-standing anti-dumping ...

The Trump administration has dropped its legal challenge against a court ruling that overturned a federal freeze on wind energy projects. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit dismissed the appeal following a voluntary motion by the Justice Department. This decision upholds a December 2025 ruling by Judge ...

Europe has already established a powerful defense against energy price volatility through decades of efficiency gains. Data from the Odyssee-MURE project reveals that EU final energy consumption in 2024 was 249 million tonnes of oil equivalent lower than it would have been without improvements made since 2000. This 29% reduction ...

Designer Ahmad Eghtesad has unveiled a visionary concept titled the Baobab Waterfall, a floating infrastructure project designed to address Madagascar’s severe energy crisis and social challenges. Inspired by the resilient native baobab tree, this maritime structure utilizes deep-ocean water to generate significant renewable electricity. Beyond its primary role as a ...

IBC Solar has successfully launched the Veringenstadt agrivoltaic project in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, marking a significant advancement in dual-use land management. By integrating 8.5 MWp of solar capacity with ongoing farming operations, the facility generates 11 GWh of electricity annually, sufficient to power over 3,100 households. The project distinguishes itself through ...

A newly formed industry group, the ABLC, has launched to position sodium-ion batteries as a cornerstone of United States energy storage, manufacturing, and national security. By advocating for federal policies that support domestic production, the coalition aims to provide a scalable, cost-effective alternative to lithium-ion technology. As electricity demand from ...

A new report from Eurelectric and AFRY highlights that long-duration energy storage (LDES) is becoming a viable solution for Europe’s evolving power grid. By providing flexibility over periods exceeding eight hours, these technologies—including iron-air batteries, compressed air, and liquid air storage—can mitigate grid congestion and reduce renewable energy curtailment. The ...

Spain’s self-consumption energy sector experienced a significant surge in storage capacity last year, with new installations rising by 65 percent. According to data from the Spanish solar association Unión Española Fotovoltaica (UNEF), the market reached 540 MWh of new capacity, up from 327 MWh the previous year. This expansion was ...

Honda has entered into a strategic partnership with battery startup QuantumScape to advance the development of solid-state batteries for electric vehicles. Following a period of private evaluation, the two companies have formalized a multi-year joint research agreement focused on both battery technology and the manufacturing processes required to scale production ...

The Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC), a vital system of ocean currents that transports tropical heat to Europe, appears more resilient than previously feared. While climate models have long warned that global warming could trigger a catastrophic collapse of this "conveyor belt" by freshening North Atlantic waters, recent data from ...

Ningbo Deye Technology Co., Ltd. showcased its latest line of solar-powered air conditioners at SNEC 2026, highlighting a hybrid approach to residential cooling. These units are designed to operate using direct current from connected solar panels during the day while seamlessly switching to grid power at night. By integrating solar ...

Stellantis has reached a significant milestone in electric vehicle development by initiating the first North American road tests of a solid-state battery integrated into a Dodge Charger. Developed in partnership with Factorial Energy, this technology utilizes Factorial Electrolyte System Technology (FEST) to replace traditional liquid electrolytes with a semi-solid hybrid ...

Europe has established itself as the world’s leading region for inverter manufacturing outside of China, with total capacity now exceeding 100GW. This milestone, highlighted by PV Tech Market Research, places Europe ahead of the APAC region, the United States, and India. Driven by strategic policy shifts and the Net-Zero Industry ...

Researchers at Western University in Canada have successfully demonstrated a foam-backed floating photovoltaic (FPV) system capable of operating in freezing conditions. Tested in an Ontario stormwater pond, the array generated 7.7 megawatt-hours of electricity over one year, outperforming standard floating solar models by approximately 2.7 percent. By utilizing flexible solar ...

The debate between battery-electric vehicles and hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles centers on how they store and utilize energy, rather than a fundamental difference in propulsion, as both rely on electric motors. While both technologies offer zero tailpipe emissions, battery-electric vehicles are significantly more efficient, converting over 70 percent of electricity to ...

Dutch artist Daan Roosegaarde and his team at Studio Roosegaarde are merging high-level engineering with artistic vision to address urban environmental challenges. By utilizing light, algorithms, and biotechnology, the studio develops large-scale structures designed to actively clean city air and improve infrastructure. Their work moves beyond theoretical discussions of sustainability, ...

Researchers at ETH Zurich have developed a sustainable and cost-effective method for direct air capture by repurposing liquid protein waste from tofu and dairy production. By transforming these leftovers into porous, sponge-like beads infused with potassium hydroxide, the team created a material capable of absorbing CO2 from ambient air and ...

The industrial firm Twelve has officially launched AirPlant One, a pioneering commercial facility in Moses Lake, Washington, dedicated to producing E-Jet fuel. By utilizing a process that combines captured carbon dioxide, water, and renewable electricity, the plant manufactures sustainable aviation fuel without the need for crude oil or agricultural crops ...

Starting July 1, Slovenia will implement a new energy-sharing framework, allowing households and businesses to distribute surplus electricity from photovoltaic plants to other meters in real time. Enabled by recent legislative updates, this system moves beyond previous collective models, granting individual prosumers the flexibility to redirect energy every 15 minutes ...

Chaowei Group, a key supplier for Chery Automotive, has officially launched mass production at its new sodium-ion battery facility in Anqing. The project, representing a 517.65 million USD investment, aims to provide affordable, high-performance power solutions for electric vehicles, particularly those requiring reliable low-temperature operation. With an initial annual capacity ...

The San Joaquin kit fox, an endangered species facing severe habitat loss in central California, has found an unexpected sanctuary within the confines of a large-scale solar farm. While these industrial sites were originally designed solely for energy production, researchers discovered that the infrastructure provides essential protection for the foxes ...

A new topic paper from Solar Energy UK, titled "Solar Farms & Skylarks," provides guidance on balancing the expansion of renewable energy with the conservation of the red-listed skylark. The report argues that while solar developments may displace nesting skylarks from the immediate footprint of solar arrays, well-managed sites can ...

Aviation history was made on June 5 at Zephyrhills Municipal Airport in Florida, where test pilot Miguel Iturmendi successfully completed the first crewed flight of a fixed-wing aircraft powered by solid-state batteries. The Helios Horizon, a modified motorized glider, utilized this advanced battery technology to achieve a significant increase in ...

Europe is bracing for a significant shift in its energy landscape, with electricity demand projected to climb by approximately 20% over the coming decade. Draft scenarios for the Ten-Year Network Development Plan 2026, developed by ENTSO-E and ENTSOG, indicate that this surge is primarily fueled by the widespread electrification of ...

Major technology firms are aggressively seeking alternative power sources to meet the surging energy demands of AI data centers, often bypassing traditional utility providers. While many companies are attempting to install on-site gas turbines, supply chain constraints have forced developers to pursue unconventional solutions, including jet-engine turbines, fuel cells, and ...

Engineers are looking to the humpback whale to improve the efficiency of wind turbine blades. Despite their massive size, these whales exhibit remarkable agility due to tubercles, which are bumpy ridges along their flippers. Marine biologist Frank Fish discovered that these bumps channel water into vortices, preventing stalls during sharp ...

While robotaxis may successfully displace human-driven ride-hailing services, their potential to replace private vehicle ownership remains highly questionable. Economic analysis suggests that the cost of operating a personal vehicle, typically between $0.75 and $1.00 per mile, is significantly lower than the projected costs of robotaxi services. Even if automation eliminates ...

A new assessment from the National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE) identifies a significant opportunity for India to expand its renewable energy footprint, estimating a potential for over 102 GW of floating solar PV capacity across its inland water bodies. By utilizing underused reservoirs, the country aims to alleviate pressure ...

Electra has introduced a hybrid airliner concept designed for the year 2050, developed under NASA’s Advanced Aircraft Concepts for Environmental Sustainability program. The aircraft features a unique "double-bubble" fuselage that generates lift, allowing for smaller wings and improved efficiency. By utilizing a sophisticated hybrid propulsion system that integrates turbofans with ...

Spain has successfully decoupled its electricity prices from volatile global gas markets by aggressively expanding its renewable energy infrastructure. A new report from the think tank Ember reveals that this transition has led to a 19% reduction in consumer electricity bills, saving the average household approximately €10 per month. By ...

As China solidifies its position as the world’s leading producer and installer of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules, it is simultaneously preparing for a massive surge in end-of-life (EoL) equipment. With cumulative installed capacity reaching 1.24 terawatts by early 2026, projections indicate that China will face its first major decommissioning wave ...

Brussels authorities have announced a significant shift in urban mobility policy, confirming that shared electric scooters will be banned throughout the region starting January 1, 2027. The decision follows the expiration of current operator permits at the end of 2026, after which no new licenses for shared scooter services will ...

Austrian manufacturer Salzstrom has officially entered the commercial market, securing its first major order for sodium iron phosphate battery energy storage systems. The company is set to supply three battery containers to the German firm Isel-automation by the third quarter of 2026. This project, valued in the seven-figure euro range, ...

VinFast is expanding its electric two-wheeler footprint in Southeast Asia by launching a battery-swapping motorcycle lineup in the Philippines. Following a similar rollout in Indonesia, the company is introducing the Evo, Feliz II, and Viper models to the Philippine market. By offering a flexible ownership model that includes battery subscription ...

California is moving closer to legalizing "balcony solar," a plug-and-play technology that allows residents to generate renewable energy without the need for complex permits or professional installation. The State Assembly’s Committee on Utilities and Energy recently voted unanimously to advance SB 868, a bill designed to eliminate regulatory hurdles for ...

Research from Finland’s LUT University indicates that Nordic data centers can achieve a reliable, 24/7 power supply using wind and solar energy. By significantly overbuilding renewable capacity and integrating battery energy storage systems with biogas or green hydrogen backup plants, operators can meet the continuous baseload demands of these facilities ...

A recent investigation by YouTuber Ryan Hughes of the Ziroth channel has cast significant doubt on claims made by Finnish startup Donut Lab regarding its alleged breakthrough in solid-state battery technology. The company had promised a production-ready battery capable of five-minute charging, extreme longevity, and high energy density without rare ...