Germany registered approximately 45,000 new residential photovoltaic storage systems in March, potentially breaking the 1 GWh monthly record for battery storage. This surge reflects growing adoption of renewable energy storage infrastructure in Europe's largest economy.
A study claims the Marine Stewardship Council's sustainability certification may mask labour abuses in seafood supply chains. One in five vessels reporting crew abuses to the International Transport Workers' Federation held MSC approval.
About 43% of large freshwater animal species have been introduced outside their native ranges, mostly for fisheries and tourism. Many introductions have caused unintended ecological damage to local wildlife and habitats.
Thawing permafrost and increased rainfall in the Arctic are producing sulfuric acid that discolors rivers and lakes yellow or rusty orange. Scientists are investigating impacts on wildlife, fish populations, and drinking water supplies for Indigenous communities.
Australia designated mainland alpine ash forests as endangered due to intensifying bushfires and climate change. The conservation listing received support from environmental groups but faced opposition from timber and forestry industry stakeholders.
EU transport emissions stalled in 2025 as car emissions plateaued and aviation increased, offsetting shipping gains. The new renewable energy directive must prioritize emissions reduction and energy independence through strategic policy frameworks.
Multiple forces including political, financial, and technological shifts are reshaping global forests in complex ways. These interconnected changes create greater uncertainty for forest ecosystems and dependent communities.
Gray whales face increased risks in San Francisco Bay as climate change alters their 19,000-kilometer migration patterns between Arctic and Baja Mexico breeding grounds. The shift has created dangerous conditions for these 50-foot marine mammals since 2016.
Drax power plant received record £999m in subsidies for burning trees in 2025, generating 4.5% of Britain's electricity. The company has accumulated £8.7bn in renewable energy subsidies since 2012, despite sustainability concerns about wood pellet sourcing.
Suniva is constructing a new 4.5-gigawatt solar cell manufacturing facility in Laurens, South Carolina. The expansion represents a significant investment in domestic US solar production capacity.
Gray whales are dying at alarming rates in San Francisco Bay due to vessel collisions, marking a significant change from their historical rarity in the area. A new study published in Frontiers in Marine Science documents the increase in whale deaths linked to the busy shipping corridor.
Greater Bay Technology announced a breakthrough in solid-state battery technology and plans to launch the world's first mass-producible all-solid-state battery this year. The development represents significant progress in EV battery technology.
US EV sales declined 27% in Q1 2025, marking the worst first quarter since 2022. The downturn follows policy changes after the Trump administration took office.
BYD is expanding its Flash Charging technology to mass-market EV models, enabling 5-minute charging times previously available only in luxury vehicles. The rollout aims to address charging speed concerns and improve EV adoption.
Nearly one million birds have been shipped from Africa to Asia over 15 years for the pet trade and hunting, with canaries being the most trafficked species. The trade involves songbirds, parrots, and raptors captured for pets, competitions, and belief-based rituals.
IONNA partnered with Circle K to construct 265 new fast charging stations at convenience store locations across the US. An additional 85 existing EV chargers at Circle K outlets will be upgraded to IONNA fast chargers.
Volkswagen unveiled the redesigned ID.3 Neo with improved styling and extended range of nearly 400 miles per charge. The upgrade represents a significant advancement in the company's electric vehicle lineup.
EU distribution grid investment has surged 51% since 2021, but ACER warns that fragmented planning rules could hinder efficiency. Regulatory challenges may slow Europe's energy transition despite increased infrastructure spending.
A global video series documents conservation efforts to protect primates across tropical regions facing deforestation, disease, and illegal wildlife trade. Scientists, conservationists, and local communities collaborate to rebuild populations and restore fragmented forest habitats.
Spanish researchers developed a porous silica anti-reflective coating that increases solar panel optical transmission by 5.2%. The innovation balances improved efficiency with durability through optimized sol-gel chemistry.
A UK study demonstrates vertical bifacial solar panels outperform traditional tilted systems by up to 26.91% in morning output. The vertical design showed consistent seasonal advantages, with winter gains reaching 24.52%.
Indonesia faces escalating wildfires with 32,637 hectares burned by February, potentially worsened by a predicted 'Godzilla' El Niño event later in 2026.
Intercontinental Energy has announced key milestones for system architecture supporting Australia's proposed large-scale green hydrogen projects. The developments represent progress toward establishing modular hydrogen production facilities.
Suniva plans to build a 4.5 GW solar cell manufacturing facility in South Carolina. The expansion will increase the company's total U.S. cell capacity to 5.5 GW, making it the nation's largest merchant solar cell manufacturer.
European car industry lobbying for weaker CO2 targets could increase EU oil imports by €74bn annually. The demands would reduce affordable EV model availability as consumer interest in electric vehicles peaks.