Coastal erosion in England has claimed at least 183 homes in past 16 years

Over 183 homes along England's east coast have been demolished in 16 years due to coastal erosion and landslides. Local councils deemed the properties too unsafe for habitation as climate-driven coastal threats intensify.

Hurricane Simon and Tropical Storm Rachel kill five people on Mexico’s Pacific coast

Hurricane Simon and Tropical Storm Rachel struck Mexico's Pacific coast, killing at least five people and causing severe flooding, infrastructure damage, and widespread power outages. Rescue operations using helicopters are ongoing as the storms impact the region.

Energy

Australian-made PV installation and piling robots moving towards commercial-scale production

Australia is scaling up manufacturing of solar panel installation and piling robots with $32 million federal government funding for new facilities in Victoria and Queensland.

Energy

Design for all climates

Solar PV systems are being deployed in increasingly diverse climates, from alpine to desert to tropical regions. Project design must account for environmental stressors beyond efficiency ratings to ensure long-term performance.

Energy

UV down-shifting layers could boost TOPCon solar module energy yield by over 4%

Slovenian researchers developed a numerical model showing luminescent UV down-shifting layers could boost TOPCon solar module energy yields by over 4% while reducing UV-induced degradation. The technology shows potential for improving long-term solar panel performance.

Energy

Italy’s solar capacity could reach 137 GW by 2040, grid operators say

Italy's solar capacity is projected to nearly triple from 43.5 GW in 2025 to 137 GW by 2040, according to grid operators Terna and Snam. The expansion includes significant growth in energy storage and electrification infrastructure.

Wildlife

Trill seekers: can scientists use AI and tutors to help birds remember lost songs?

Scientists used AI-generated birdsong to help rufous-collared sparrows in Buenos Aires relearn a lost song from the 1960s. The research demonstrates potential for using technology to aid species communication recovery when populations decline.

Climate

Photos: Taiwan’s tea revival blends ancient terraces with new climate adaptations

Taiwan's tea farmers are reviving ancient terraced farming practices while adapting to climate change impacts in the subtropical highlands near Taipei. The story explores how traditional agricultural methods are being combined with modern climate adaptation strategies.

Policy

Inside Ohio’s Revolt Against Data Centers

Ohio residents from diverse political backgrounds are mobilizing against unchecked data center development, raising concerns about environmental and community impacts. A legislative hearing in June revealed widespread public backlash demanding local government oversight of computing facility expansion.

What Happened to Pennsylvania’s Hydrogen Hubs?

Pennsylvania's hydrogen hub initiative, which received $7 billion in federal funding three years ago, faces uncertain progress. The story examines the current status of hydrogen development in the state as part of the Biden administration's national hub program.

Honeybee's stinger continues to pump venom once detached from body, new footage shows – video

Researchers used high-speed video to discover that honeybee stingers continue pumping venom after detaching from their bodies. The finding reveals a previously unknown biological mechanism in the insects' defensive system.

Energy

Rooftop solar reaches new highs across Australia

Australia's rooftop solar generation has reached record levels across its main electricity grid, boosted by favorable weather conditions. The growth in household and business solar systems continues to expand renewable energy capacity in the National Electricity Market.