El Salvador's solar capacity reached 846 MW, now representing 26.4% of the country's installed electricity generation capacity. Solar power has surpassed both hydroelectric and fossil fuel sources in the nation's energy mix.
Chile has accumulated 502.9 MW of solar capacity across 41,986 facilities under its net billing distributed generation scheme. The milestone demonstrates growing adoption of rooftop and small-scale solar installations in the country.
Researchers optimized glass frit composition in silver paste to improve crystalline silicon solar cell efficiency by 1 percentage point. The advancement reduces silver-silicon contact resistance through fine-tuned lead oxide and silicon dioxide ratios.
Pennsylvania data center developers plan to build seven natural gas power plants that would emit greenhouse gases equivalent to 14 million cars annually. An Environmental Integrity Project report warns this expansion would significantly increase the state's climate pollution.
Chicago's electricity grid will use smart thermostats to remotely adjust household temperatures during heatwaves, reducing demand equivalent to several power plants. Participating households would experience minimal comfort impact while providing significant grid relief.
Rising sea levels threaten Jamestown, Virginia, one of America's most historically significant archaeological sites. Archaeologists race to document and preserve artifacts before coastal erosion destroys irreplaceable colonial-era discoveries.
NSW records its first suspected case of deadly H5 bird flu in a migratory giant petrel found near Newcastle. Testing is underway to confirm if the virus is the highly pathogenic H5N1 strain.
Flooding in Côte d'Ivoire has killed 59 people since May, with additional deaths reported across Ghana, Benin, Togo, and Nigeria. Authorities warn the death toll may rise as torrential rains continue through the July rainy season.
Tesla is approaching 10 million cumulative vehicle sales following its fourth-best quarter on record. The milestone reflects growing EV market adoption and Tesla's market dominance.
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld South Coast Air Quality Management District's zero-emission standard for boilers and water heaters, rejecting an industry legal challenge. The ruling will require industrial and commercial equipment to meet stricter emissions standards.
European cruise ships pay 40% less tax per night than traditional hotels despite significant environmental costs and overtourism contributions. Transport & Environment calls for tax reforms to make cruise operators pay equitable rates.
BYD's commercial vehicle sales rose 24.7% year-over-year in June 2026, though monthly sales declined 4.4%. The company sold 6,180 all-electric commercial vehicles during the month.
BYD's passenger vehicle sales increased 5% in June as new generation vehicles with improved technology become available. The sales growth suggests demand recovery after earlier year weakness linked to consumer anticipation for upgraded models.
A new solid-state lithium-air battery is advancing toward pilot-scale production, enabling lighter and more energy-dense power systems for electric aircraft. This technology development could expand the feasibility of larger electric aviation vehicles.
The UK government has announced it will advance long-delayed regulations requiring companies to conduct due diligence on deforestation-linked commodities. The new rules aim to force businesses to assess and mitigate their products' deforestation impacts.
Illegal timber from Cambodia and Laos continues entering Vietnam's supply chains despite recent safeguard efforts, according to an Environmental Investigation Agency report. Criminal networks use falsified paperwork and manipulated harvesting quotes to circumvent legality controls.
Norfolk, Virginia faces ongoing land subsidence and flooding challenges from storm surge and sea-level rise. Regional senators are advocating for expanded living shorelines along the Chesapeake Bay as an adaptation strategy.
George Monbiot criticizes billionaire-owned media outlets for minimizing health risks of extreme heat, particularly in schools. He argues this represents dangerous class politics and a dismissal of legitimate public health warnings about heat stress.
Spain is testing its largest green hydrogen facility, a 25 MW plant powered by renewable electricity that will produce 2,800 tonnes annually. The facility will replace grey hydrogen production and become operational by 2026.
SolaX unveiled an AC-side V2H system at Intersolar Europe 2026 that separates AC charging from DC discharging. The technology allows EV chargers and inverters to be installed up to 50 meters apart.
Biwatt has introduced the PowerNest R5 Series, a modular sodium-ion battery storage system for residential use with stackable architecture. The system is offered as either a standalone battery pack or an integrated unit with a single-phase hybrid inverter.
Daikin launched the X Series heat pump integrating air-to-air cooling, hydronic heating, and hot water via a single outdoor unit. The system uses R-32 refrigerant and connects to solar optimization through HEMS technology.
Portugal will auction 1.05 GW of energy storage capacity in September, including standalone battery storage and renewable-paired projects. This supports Portugal's national strategy to reach 3 GW of battery storage by 2030.
The Mekong giant salmon carp, a critically endangered freshwater fish, has been recorded in Cambodia's waters for the fourth time since 2020, offering renewed hope for the species' survival.
Kempower and PowerUp America opened the first of 12 new DC fast charging stations in Manchester, Kentucky, expanding EV charging infrastructure across the Southeast.