Meta has withdrawn from RE100 and is funding 10 new gas-fired power plants to power its AI data centers. The company's pivot away from renewable energy commitments reflects tensions between AI infrastructure demands and climate goals.
BYD has produced 100,000 electric vehicles at its Brazilian manufacturing facility, marking significant EV expansion outside Asia. The milestone demonstrates growing global adoption of electric vehicles in Latin America.
Hawaiian Electric submitted plans to expand renewable energy and storage across three islands as part of its progress toward 100% renewable energy. The utility seeks an additional 500 MW of firm generation on Oʻahu in one of the state's largest energy procurements.
ESS Tech and Juniper Energy signed an agreement for 500+ MWh of sodium-ion energy storage deployments, starting with an 80 MWh California project. The partnership establishes a framework for long-term collaboration on non-lithium battery storage solutions.
A new study published in Nature Climate Change analyzes 70+ years of climate data to better understand heat stress affecting billions of people globally. The research aims to shed light on the additional health impacts beyond extreme heat events caused by climate change.
This is Part Two of a Mongabay series examining the offshore wind industry's growth and challenges. The report highlights both the sector's significant potential and major obstacles to scaling up to meet climate goals.
A wildfire in southwest France intensified into a rare pyrocumulonimbus thunderstorm that generated lightning, igniting additional fires beyond the original blaze. This meteorological phenomenon had never been previously documented in France.
Six cheetahs have been reintroduced to Zambia's Greater Luangwa Ecosystem nearly 30 years after their last recorded presence. The reintroduction was conducted by Zambia's Department of National Parks and Wildlife alongside conservation organizations.
An investigative series exposed illegal shark-finning and labor abuses within Dalian Ocean Fishing's international fleet. Reporters documented the experiences of Indonesian deckhands aboard the company's dozens of vessels operating in international waters.
France's parliament approved reauthorization of two neonicotinoid pesticides to combat crop disease, prompting outrage from beekeepers who warn the chemicals will poison bees and worsen already-stressed populations.
China and Thailand are leading the global EV market through strong domestic policies rather than export focus. China's new NEV plan and Thailand's similar strategy are reshaping the international automotive hierarchy.
Electric vehicles reached 37.7% market share in Germany during Q2 2026, up significantly from 28.6% a year earlier. The Tesla Model Y led BEV sales as overall auto volume grew 6% year-over-year.
Extreme heat warnings cover 40 million people across central and southern US with heat indexes exceeding 100F and parts of the southwest reaching 120F. The second consecutive day of dangerous heat conditions affects multiple states from California to Mississippi.
Five major energy and EV companies are partnering to test vehicle-to-grid technology in Massachusetts, allowing EV owners to earn incentives while supporting grid reliability. The program aims to demonstrate how residential EVs can help stabilize the electrical grid.
A third major heat dome is sweeping across the US South and Midwest, affecting 70 million people with temperatures reaching 95-105°F. The extreme heat event spans from the Gulf Coast to the Great Plains.
Wildfires fueled by high temperatures and climate crisis devastate regions in Spain and France, with firefighters struggling to contain blazes across multiple locations. Over 250,000 people have been evacuated as authorities race to control the spreading flames.
New underground flywheel energy storage systems can support wind and solar power with potential cost and supply chain benefits. The technology offers aesthetic advantages while enabling longer-duration energy storage.
Loganair, Scotland's regional airline, has agreed to purchase five BETA Technologies ALIA CX300 electric aircraft for short-haul flights under 100 miles. This represents a significant step toward electrifying regional aviation and reducing aviation emissions.
China consistently exceeds renewable energy targets years ahead of schedule while missing nuclear capacity goals despite political support and continued construction. The divergence suggests wind and solar deployment significantly outpaces nuclear development in practice.
Minnesota's Sherco coal power plant is converting to solar power, batteries, and transmission infrastructure for clean energy delivery. The transition represents a shift away from coal-dependent power generation.
Utah is developing one of the region's largest solar power and battery storage facilities, featuring approximately one million solar panels. This renewable energy project represents a significant expansion of utility-scale solar capacity in the region.
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A major wildfire in southwestern France has burned over 10,000 hectares, forcing the evacuation of 40,000 people from the Cap Ferret peninsula. Authorities describe the blaze as intense and highly unpredictable as it advances toward one of France's most popular holiday destinations.
France evacuates Cap Ferret peninsula as wildfires spread, with residents using boats and roads to leave. Spain and France both request EU support for firefighting aircraft to combat multiple wildfires near Madrid.
Indian researchers developed a superhydrophobic nanocomposite coating for solar panels that increases power output by 16% compared to dusty panels and 7% over manual cleaning. Six months of testing showed the self-cleaning coating also reduces panel temperature and improves stability.
India is developing a fully integrated solar manufacturing ecosystem to reduce dependence on Chinese suppliers. The effort requires sustained policy support, capital investment, technology partnerships, and infrastructure development.