Texas reached a historic energy milestone in 2025 as solar power generated more electricity than coal for the first time in the state’s history. According to data from the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), solar contributed nearly 14% of the grid’s power, narrowly overtaking coal’s 13% share. This shift highlights the rapid expansion of […]
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Solar Materials is preparing for a massive surge in decommissioned solar panels by scaling its automated recycling capacity to 35,000 tons annually by 2026. As European solar waste is projected to increase 20-fold by the end of the decade, the German company is positioning itself to recover high-value materials like silver and silicon. By transitioning […]
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The European Union has postponed the publication of its revised Cybersecurity Act (CSA) following internal disputes regarding the scope of new regulations. Initially expected in mid-January, the review is now anticipated on January 20. The delay stems from tensions over “digital sovereignty” provisions and potential restrictions on technology supply chains. For the solar industry, these […]
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Sodium-ion batteries are emerging as a potential alternative to lithium-ion technology, offering enhanced safety and a more stable supply chain. However, they currently face significant hurdles in energy density and manufacturing costs. While raw materials like sodium carbonate are inexpensive, the lack of industrial scale makes sodium-ion systems roughly 30% costlier than their lithium counterparts. […]
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A collaborative study by leading global energy institutions predicts that solar module efficiency could surpass 35% by 2050, driven by advancements in tandem structures. The research, published in Nature Energy, outlines a future where solar cell performance exceeds 36% while manufacturing costs are expected to be halved. Beyond efficiency gains, the industry is shifting toward […]
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New data from the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit (ECIU) reveals that British wind farms significantly lowered wholesale electricity costs last year, reducing day-ahead prices by nearly a third. Without wind generation, prices would have surged from £83 per megawatt-hour to an estimated £121 per megawatt-hour. By displacing expensive gas-fired power plants, the growing fleet […]
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Germany’s long-standing commitment to hydrogen infrastructure, once a symbol of climate leadership, is increasingly viewed as a strategic misstep driven by early institutional inertia. While the nation’s hydrogen roadmap was born from a genuine desire to decarbonize when batteries and renewables were prohibitively expensive, it has evolved into a rigid policy framework that struggles to […]
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Europe’s strategic focus on a vast hydrogen pipeline network has come at the expense of necessary power grid reinforcements, leading to significant inefficiencies in its decarbonization efforts. Despite a rapid increase in renewable energy capacity, a lack of transmission infrastructure has forced the curtailment of billions of kilowatt-hours of clean electricity. By prioritizing speculative hydrogen […]
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Musician and entrepreneur Will.i.am has introduced the Trinity EV, a sophisticated three-wheeled micro-mobility vehicle featuring a dedicated AI assistant. Showcased at the Consumer Electronics Show, the single-passenger electric vehicle is designed as “brains on wheels,” prioritizing a seamless software experience over autonomous driving. By integrating advanced sensors and conversational intelligence, the Trinity aims to handle […]
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Tesla and Sungrow have solidified their status as the most bankable entities in the energy storage sector, according to the latest industry ratings. The report identifies a pivotal shift in the market, where system integrators are increasingly outperforming traditional cell suppliers by sourcing components externally. While China continues to lead global shipments, the industry is […]
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