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.
Rayzon Solar and Navitas Solar have each signed five-year agreements with Caelux to develop 5 GW of perovskite-silicon tandem solar modules in India. The partnerships combine to create 10 GW of planned manufacturing capacity for next-generation solar technology.
A scientist in Ghana is working to protect the guitarfish species, which is disappearing due to fishing practices by migrant fishers along the West African coast. Fish preservation and trade are important to local economies and food security.
Four African wild dogs were spotted in Kasungu National Park in Malawi, marking the first confirmed sighting of the endangered species in over a decade. The animals appear to have migrated hundreds of kilometers from a Zambian park.
Controlled burns used to remove flammable underbrush have successfully protected thousands of giant sequoias from devastating wildfires, according to new research findings.
Quitobaquito Springs, a desert oasis in Arizona sacred to the O'odham people and home to rare species, faces threats from border wall construction plans. Environmental groups are warning that the project could destroy this unique biological habitat.
Solar energy generation exceeded both coal and wind in May according to EIA data reviewed by the SUN DAY Campaign. This milestone reflects the growing share of renewable energy in the US electricity grid.
Volvo Group Australia has begun production of electric heavy trucks at its Wacol plant in Queensland, marking the first units rolling off the line. This represents a significant milestone in electrifying Australia's heavy transport sector.
CS PowerTech opens a new solar cell manufacturing facility in Indiana with over 1,200 employees, using advanced HJT technology. The plant aims to strengthen U.S. renewable energy manufacturing and supply chain resilience.
The Trump administration admitted to court filings that it targeted Democratic-represented states when cancelling $7.6 billion in federal clean energy investments. The retaliatory action affected renewable energy and climate initiatives in states that voted for Vice President Harris.
The EU Commission presented a High-Speed Rail Plan in November 2025 to accelerate rail development across Europe. Parliament can enhance ambition but must address implementation risks.
Plugin electric vehicles captured 34.5% of France's Q2 2026 auto market, up from 23.9% year-over-year, with Tesla and Renault leading sales. BEV adoption grew significantly while overall auto volume increased 6% to 457,688 units.
UK plugin EV market share reached 41.4% in Q2 2026, up from 34.2% year-over-year, with overall auto sales growing 13%. Tesla led BEV brand sales during the quarter.
German startup Revolta has launched a high-voltage sodium-ion battery storage system for residential use with capacities ranging from 2 kWh to 20 kWh. The system achieves over 95% efficiency and 105 Wh/kg energy density with IP65 protection.
The PosHYdon pilot has successfully produced green hydrogen offshore in the North Sea. Multiple waste-to-hydrogen and electrolyzer projects are advancing across Europe and South Korea, signaling growing investment in renewable hydrogen infrastructure.
Children in England's poorest areas are 40% more likely to be hospitalized for respiratory infections due to air pollution. NHS data analysis reveals stark health disparities linked to environmental conditions in deprived postcodes.
EnerVenue launched a 150 kWh nickel-hydrogen battery system using NASA technology, claiming 30,000 cycles and 30-year lifespan for utility-scale storage. The metal-hydrogen platform aims to reduce thermal management needs in energy storage applications.
Solar and storage technologies accounted for 91% of new U.S. grid capacity in Q1, according to SEIA data showing rapid deployment across regional grids. The milestone reflects continued generation and capacity records during the first half of the year.
Guatemala's Maya biosphere reserve demonstrates sustainable forestry where local communities harvest timber while increasing forest cover through strict management plans. The model shows nature protection works best when dependent communities have economic incentives to preserve forests.
A massive wildfire in southern France has evacuated thousands from the Arcachon Bay area after consuming over 3,400 hectares of pine forest. Two firefighters died battling another nearby fire as extreme temperatures fuel rapid fire spread across the region.