India could install 9-15 GW of residential rooftop solar annually between 2026 and 2030, according to ISMA estimates. This represents significant growth in the country's distributed solar capacity.
Leading scientists report progress on global renewable energy transition, with solar and storage emerging as economically viable alternatives to fossil fuels. Political and regulatory barriers continue to hinder widespread adoption despite clear environmental and grid benefits.
Conservationists rescue orangutans from fires destroying a protected forest inside an RSPO-certified oil palm concession in West Kalimantan, Indonesia. The 657-hectare High Conservation Value area, home to around 60 orangutans, continues to burn with dangerous conditions.
Indonesia's wildfires are creating hazardous air quality across Southeast Asia, with Malaysia experiencing unhealthy pollution levels that affect daily life. Residents are monitoring air quality indices as smoke from the fires blankets the region.
Antarctica's krill fishing fleet halted operations early for the second consecutive year after reaching seasonal catch limits. Scientists express concern that commercial fishing could threaten the recovery of whale populations in the Southern Ocean.
Trump administration removes emissions limits on coal and gas plants, driven by cultural perceptions of masculinity in fossil fuel industries rather than economic necessity. The decision prioritizes symbolism over actual employment numbers, as coal employs far fewer Americans than growing sectors like renewable energy and yoga instruction.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham announces £30m funding for community-controlled renewable energy projects across all UK nations. The initiative empowers local areas to develop solar, wind, and hydro schemes while returning profits to residents.
Tesla will operate public Megacharger sites at three Forum Mobility electric truck depots in California. Forum Mobility is expanding heavy-duty charging capacity by 30 MW and has reservations for over 330 Tesla Semis.
Windrose founder made heavy truck history by releasing CAD models for all 1,023 parts of the E700 Class 8 electric truck as open source. The free release aims to accelerate development of electric heavy-duty vehicles.
Factorial Energy partners with Mitsui Kinzoku to scale solid-state battery technology using sulfide-based solid electrolytes. The collaboration aims to advance next-generation battery production for electric vehicles.
The National Laboratory of the Rockies opened PacWave, America's first grid-connected wave energy test facility on the Oregon coast. The pre-permitted open-ocean proving ground will evaluate commercial-scale wave energy converters.
The U.S. Department of Energy established a Geothermal Center of Excellence to address technical barriers in geothermal energy development. The center will serve as a gateway connecting the geothermal industry to National Laboratory expertise.
EU's ReFuelEU Aviation regulation completed its first year, with mandatory sustainable aviation fuel targets showing positive market results. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency report demonstrates the mandate's effectiveness and highlights the need for increased e-SAF investment.
Chinese EV maker BYD plans to establish four factories in Europe to expand global sales and capitalize on the electric vehicle transition. The expansion reflects BYD's strategy to grow outside China amid slower domestic market conditions.
Irrawaddy dolphins in Cambodia's Mekong River face environmental challenges but show signs of cautious recovery. Conservation efforts offer hope for the endangered species amid ongoing river pressures.
Environmental defenders were murdered at a rate of one every three days in 2025, with 85% of deaths occurring in Latin America. Many communities have established self-defence units in response to threats linked to organized crime, illegal logging, and wildcat mining.
UK climate advisers say Heathrow airport expansion would breach carbon budgets and require airlines to fund CO2 removal. The Climate Change Committee warns expansion makes net zero by 2050 impossible under current policies.
Zambia has signed a 25-year power purchase agreement with Hungary-based EnerSynk Group for a 500 MW solar project. The agreement allows the developer to advance to financing and implementation planning phases.
Researchers achieved 26.32% efficiency in inverted perovskite solar cells using a symmetry-breaking molecular strategy, with certified results of 25.67%. The encapsulated device maintained 93% efficiency after over 1,150 hours of operation.
Hithium unveiled a 4 MWh sodium-ion battery storage system with a new 785Ah cell designed for 20,000 cycles and 30-year lifespan. Full-scale production begins in 2027, targeting utilities before expanding to commercial and residential markets.
Dutch researchers developed a laser-based recycling process that recovers silicon from PV modules at up to 99.998% purity. The nanosecond laser-assisted method simultaneously opens modules and strips anti-reflective coatings.
Small-scale fishers in Vietnam face significant economic losses from plastic pollution in their nets. The story highlights how ocean plastic waste impacts fishing communities and potential solutions.
The U.S. announced a historic oil deal granting access to 65+ billion barrels of Venezuelan reserves with $100 billion in infrastructure investment. The agreement raises environmental and human rights concerns despite being framed as securing American energy dominance.
A Congolese NGO called Strong Roots will co-manage Itombwe Nature Reserve, marking the first time a local organization has led protected area management in the DRC's modern history.
India's power sector CO2 emissions have remained flat for two years as clean energy expansion offsets growth in electricity demand. The surge in renewable capacity is keeping the country's power-related carbon emissions in check.