Australia's seagrass meadows are facing increasing pressure from climate change and warming ocean temperatures. These underappreciated coastal ecosystems play a critical role in marine biodiversity and carbon storage.
Human rights abuses linked to transition minerals mining have surged globally, with South America reporting the most allegations over 15 years. These minerals are essential for renewable energy transition and tech industries.
Iranian authorities arrested wildlife conservationists Houman Jowkar and Sepideh Kashani, who specialize in protecting critically endangered Asiatic cheetahs. The couple and Kashani's sister were detained in Tehran on July 1, 2026, marking a second arrest for the conservationists.
Africa's largest floating solar plant has begun operations in Morocco, utilizing innovative flexible anchoring systems to handle extreme water-level fluctuations of up to 44 meters.
Researchers developed a recycling process recovering 97.75% silicon from end-of-life solar cells for use in lithium-ion battery electrodes. The technique demonstrates potential for circular economy benefits in renewable energy infrastructure.
Araymond developed Neluma, a modular floating solar system using containerized microfactories to manufacture components on-site, reducing transport and installation complexity. The company is targeting multi-megawatt projects globally with pilots underway in Europe, India, and Brazil.
Germany's renewable energy sources provided a record 57.7% of electricity demand in the first half of 2026, driven by increased wind and solar generation. The milestone reflects continued expansion of renewable capacity across the country.
El Niño conditions threaten to fuel severe wildfires in Indonesian peatlands designated for a government food estate program. Environmentalists warn of devastating fire risk during the current dry season in Borneo.
The article examines UN secretary general candidates' positions on climate change as António Guterres' term ends. It provides a Q&A overview of where nominees stand on global climate action.
US meteorologists warn of record-breaking summer heat with over 100 million people at risk, increasing drought and wildfire dangers. The first half of 2023 marked the hottest period on record for parts of eight western states.
UK's Defra breached environmental law by granting emergency authorizations for a banned bee-killing neonicotinoid pesticide on sugar beet crops in 2023-2024, according to a watchdog investigation.
A floating research lab will drift through Arctic pack ice for eight months to study life in one of Earth's least-explored regions before climate change and pollution transform it.
Europe faces a deadly heatwave killing over 1,300 people, while Trump's policies inadvertently create climate optimism opportunities. The story contrasts an ongoing climate crisis with unexpected positive developments.
Nearly 3,000 people were evacuated in south-western France as wildfires spread through towns during a record-breaking heatwave. The fire, which started at a campsite, destroyed mobile homes and spread to marina areas, creating thick toxic smoke.
Iberdrola, a Spanish renewable energy company, is launching its first large-scale battery storage project in the US. The project supports grid strengthening as utilities increase energy storage capacity.
Moment Energy has opened what it claims is the world's largest second-life EV battery factory, achieving the milestone just six weeks after announcing the project. The facility adds significant battery energy storage manufacturing capacity.
Sinopec reports hydrogen trucks are being displaced by electric alternatives as battery technology and charging infrastructure advance. The shift suggests battery electric vehicles are becoming the preferred solution for heavy transport.
Rivian exceeded Q2 2026 production and delivery expectations, producing 12,613 vehicles and delivering 12,194 units. The company raised its full-year 2026 outlook following the strong quarterly performance.
BYD's international passenger vehicle exports surged 94.7% year-over-year in June, demonstrating rapid global expansion of Chinese electric vehicle manufacturing and sales.
Residential storage batteries are increasingly being used in virtual power plants to manage electricity grids in the US and other countries. This growing trend leverages distributed home batteries as active grid management tools.
One year after signing legislation, the Trump administration reduced clean energy investments by $7.5 billion, resulting in job losses and increased pollution. Americans face higher energy bills and continued environmental concerns.
Asia's energy systems face mounting pressure from geopolitical tensions, AI data centers, and energy demand. The Asia Clean Energy Forum 2026 in Manila marks a critical phase in the region's clean energy transition.
Volkswagen Group's Elli launched a V2G service in Germany, allowing electric vehicles to charge from and feed energy back to the grid. This technology enables EVs to support grid stability and energy management.
The Congo Basin's 3.3 million square kilometers of rainforest act as Earth's largest carbon sink. Selective logging is being examined as a potential strategy to enhance carbon storage in these critical forests.
Dutch timber importers are under investigation for potentially purchasing illegally logged wood from a Brazilian company that operated without permits in the Amazon. The discovery highlights supply chain issues in the timber trade linked to Amazon deforestation.