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.
57 nations released the Santa Marta report outlining a rapid fossil fuel transition pathway during London Climate Action Week. UN Secretary-General warned of record-breaking temperatures and emphasized the urgency of climate action.
Humpback whale sightings off Rio de Janeiro are surging as the species recovers from commercial whaling, with populations growing from 2,000 to 35,000. The recovery is driving increased demand for whale-watching excursions during annual migration season.
Brazilian authorities have shut down an illegal road in the Xingu rainforest region, allowing the forest to naturally recover. The development is considered a significant conservation victory with implications for Brazil's upcoming October election.
West African leopards in Benin's Pendjari National Park show signs of recovery with increased density over six years. The population growth represents a conservation success despite challenges from armed conflict in the region.
Scientists have identified 'flying rivers'—atmospheric water vapor flows over the Amazon that sustain the region's climate. Targeted conservation efforts could protect these critical moisture cycles essential to the ecosystem.
A researcher shares insights from over a decade of studying plastic pollution in marine environments. The work involves analyzing hundreds of lab samples to understand where plastics go after entering the ocean.
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.
Home battery systems are becoming cheaper and more efficient, allowing households to store excess solar power. Utilities worldwide are aggregating these residential batteries to stabilize the grid and balance energy supply.
A University of Hull study shows that three-day heatwaves significantly reduce the fertility of solitary red mason bees. The reduced bee reproduction has downstream consequences for pollination of food crops in subsequent years.
German researchers have achieved a world record 25.5% efficiency for perovskite-CIGS tandem solar cells, confirmed by the European Solar Test Installation. This advancement represents a significant breakthrough in solar cell technology.
RWE and PPC completed a 930 MW solar cluster with nine farms in northern Greece. The companies are developing two additional projects with 567 MW capacity for next year.
A study shows solar-based distributed renewable energy systems can supply electricity more cheaply than grid power in rural India when tailored to local conditions. Village Energy Plans are recommended to scale cost-effective deployment through integrated planning.
Seabirds off California are dying en masse as marine heat waves persist and fish migrate deeper into cooler waters, leaving birds unable to find food. Scientists warn an incoming El Niño could worsen the environmental crisis further.
New Orleans faces existential threats from rising seas and sinking land due to climate change, with a May study declaring the city at a 'point of no return.' Local officials dispute the study's conclusions, arguing it prioritizes sensationalism over practical solutions.
Trump will attend the opening of Theodore Roosevelt's presidential library while his administration has lifted environmental protections from over 86 million acres. Critics argue this contradicts Roosevelt's conservation legacy.
England experienced its hottest June on record, with a severe heatwave in late June triggering unprecedented red heat alerts for three consecutive days. Met Office data shows Wales and the UK also recorded their second-warmest June since 1884.
BYD delivered 557,090 electric vehicles in Q2 2026, surpassing Tesla's 396,500 units. The Chinese automaker maintains its lead in global battery-electric vehicle sales.
Indonesia is developing a roadmap to protect Indigenous knowledge and practices in biodiversity conservation. The initiative aims to strengthen recognition of Indigenous peoples and local communities whose traditional practices have safeguarded the country's ecosystems.
Sea level rise in coastal Bangladesh is contaminating freshwater sources with saltwater, forcing women to walk miles daily for drinking water. The commentary highlights the severe impacts of climate change on vulnerable communities in the region.