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US Wind And Solar Hit Record Electricity Share

Wind and solar power reached a historic milestone in 2025, accounting for 17% of total U.S. electricity generation. This represents a significant leap from two decades ago, when these renewable sources contributed less than 1% of the nation’s power. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), combined output from wind and utility-scale solar reached […]

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US Grid Battery Manufacturing Reaches Full Self Sufficiency

The United States has achieved a significant milestone in energy independence, reaching full self-sufficiency in the production of grid-scale batteries. Driven by legislative incentives and a strategic pivot from the electric vehicle sector, domestic manufacturing capacity is now poised to exceed local demand. This rapid industrial expansion not only reduces reliance on overseas imports but […]

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Poland To Build Largest Solar Complex In Europe

Poland is set to become home to Europe’s largest solar energy complex following the announcement of a massive 722 MW project in the West Pomeranian Voivodeship. GOLDBECK SOLAR Polska has secured the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract for the Sidłowo-Kikowo-Dobrowo facility. This ambitious development, supported by significant international investment and state initiatives, marks a […]

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Europe Faces Looming Solar Panel Waste Crisis

Europe faces a looming waste crisis as its solar recycling infrastructure fails to keep pace with the rapid expansion of renewable energy. A recent study by the University of Murcia and the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre reveals that while annual waste could reach 2.2 million tonnes by 2050, current capacity sits at just 170,000 […]

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Tesla Semi Upgrades Match Diesel Truck Payload Capacity

Tesla has revealed significant technical advancements for its Semi truck, claiming the electric vehicle features a battery designed to last 1.6 million kilometers. During a detailed tour with Jay Leno, program lead Dan Priestley explained how engineering refinements and a 454-kilogram weight reduction have brought the long-range model to payload parity with traditional diesel trucks. […]

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Tesla Targets 100 GW US Solar Manufacturing Capacity

Tesla is aggressively expanding its domestic solar footprint, aiming to establish 100 GW of solar manufacturing capacity in the United States by 2028. Recent job listings and reports of a multi-billion dollar equipment deal with Chinese suppliers signal a major scale-up from the company’s current production levels. The initiative, previously hinted at by CEO Elon […]

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UK Government Fast Tracks DIY Solar For Renters

The British government is fast-tracking the deployment of plug-in solar panels, with plans to make these systems available in retail stores within the coming months. This initiative aims to provide renters and apartment owners with easier access to renewable energy, allowing them to lower their utility costs through simple, DIY-installed technology. By collaborating with major […]

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New Hybrid AI Boosts Battery Life Prediction Accuracy

Researchers have developed a breakthrough hybrid AI model that increases the accuracy of lithium-ion battery life predictions by up to 87 percent. By combining deep learning techniques with probabilistic filtering, the new system provides a more reliable estimate of a battery’s remaining useful life. This advancement addresses a major hurdle for electric vehicles and grid-scale […]

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Saudi Arabia Solar Record Trails Vision 2030 Goals

Saudi Arabia achieved a historic milestone in its energy transition by installing approximately 7.8 GW of solar capacity last year, bringing its cumulative total to over 12.4 GW. Despite this record-breaking expansion, analysts from GlobalData suggest the Kingdom is currently behind the pace required to meet its ambitious Vision 2030 target of 130 GW of […]

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Crusoe Expands AI Data Center Using EV Batteries

Data center developer Crusoe and Redwood Energy have announced a significant expansion of their off-grid computing facility in Sparks, Nevada, which utilizes repurposed electric vehicle batteries for power. The project will grow from four to 24 modular data centers, increasing the total power demand to 20 MW. By pairing on-site solar panels with “second-life” battery […]

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