Geely launched the TT electric sedan in China at $19,100, featuring 800V fast charging and 640 km range. The price undercuts Tesla models by roughly 50%, potentially accelerating EV adoption.
Latvenergo is expanding its renewable energy portfolio by integrating solar and battery storage assets with wind acquisition deals to diversify Baltic power generation and enhance regional energy security.
A federal court ruled that the Energy Department exceeded its authority in forcing a Michigan coal plant to remain open past its retirement date. The decision represents a legal setback for the Trump administration's effort to keep the 64-year-old facility operational.
Mozambique has formally protected Mount Mabu, a 9,341-hectare forest hotspot home to over 200 butterfly species and endemic wildlife. The Ministry of Agriculture, Environment and Fisheries established the Mount Mabu Community Conservation Area on August 24.
Researchers in Ecuador are combining Indigenous Siekopai knowledge with acoustic monitoring technology to locate and study the world's smallest monkey species. This collaborative approach merges traditional ecological expertise with modern conservation methods.
The US Energy Secretary has issued another emergency order supporting coal power plants, facing opposition from federal judges. The move reflects ongoing tension between the administration and judicial efforts to shift away from fossil fuels.
Pennsylvania is expanding EV charging infrastructure across the state. The story explores whether drivers will actually use these new charging stations through a firsthand account of a 500-mile road trip.
South Korea has established a committee to strengthen its domestic solar manufacturing sector and develop next-generation cell technology amid competition from Chinese manufacturers.
WattPower has launched a 506 kW grid-forming inverter designed for utility-scale solar installations with 99.1% maximum efficiency. The technology aims to improve solar power integration and grid stability.
India's NTPC is seeking proposals for grid-connected sodium-ion battery energy storage pilots at thermal power plants and office buildings. The projects will evaluate the technology's performance, safety, reliability and commercial viability under Indian conditions.
The US experienced record heat in summer 2023, with July being the hottest month ever recorded in 132 years. A news outlet is seeking reader accounts of how extreme heat has affected their lives, utility bills, and access to electricity.
Hurricane Lowell caused significant damage to Hawaii's Kauai island this summer, with destroyed infrastructure and downed trees. Rising sea surface temperatures are increasing hurricane risks to the Hawaiian archipelago.
Chemours, DuPont, and Corteva settled a $455m lawsuit with North Carolina over PFAS contamination in drinking water. The settlement addresses pollution from the Fayetteville Works plant and historical chemical discharges.
UK ministers are exploring raising water prices for industrial users to address severe supply shortages affecting millions. England and Wales face significant drought conditions with nearly three-quarters of England and all of Wales experiencing water restrictions.
Volvo has developed a 50-ton electric excavator designed to match the performance of its diesel counterpart without requiring charging. The company aims to prove the EC500 Electric can deliver equivalent capabilities to traditional heavy equipment.
Ford discontinues the F-150 Lightning as it prepares to launch next-generation electric pickups in 2027, including the affordable $30,000 Fathom EV and an extended-range electric vehicle option.
Environmental groups sued the Tennessee Valley Authority for violating the Clean Air Act by failing to protect communities from Cumberland coal plant pollution. The lawsuit challenges the utility's inadequate measures to address harmful air quality impacts in Middle Tennessee.
California adopted the nation's first tire efficiency standards to reduce pollution while addressing affordability. The policy demonstrates how climate action and consumer benefits can be achieved simultaneously.
RGGI helps states lower electricity bills through carbon cap trading while data center demand strains the Northeast power grid. The program invests emissions revenues in clean energy despite rising pollution pressures.
A new 2026 EV Index report shows rising consumer confidence is driving increased EV adoption in the US, independent of fuel price fluctuations. The shift suggests growing market momentum for electric vehicles based on broader consumer sentiment.
Jackery unveiled the EnergyGuard Max home battery system, pairing a 100kWh battery module with a 50kW inverter in weather-resistant enclosures. The system represents a potential shift toward larger capacity residential energy storage solutions.
Midsummer has secured a minority stake in an Indonesian joint venture for CIGS thin-film solar manufacturing, marking its second international partnership of this kind. The deal follows similar arrangements in Colombia and the company's decision to abandon its planned Swedish factory.
Indonesia's critically endangered Javan rhinos appear safe despite Mount Anak Krakatau's ongoing eruption near Ujung Kulon National Park, their only remaining wild habitat. Conservation authorities report the rhinos' habitat has not been significantly affected by volcanic activity.
River sharks and rays in India's Vashishti River face extinction risks as fishers encounter species rarely seen before. The Western Ghats river ecosystem's vulnerable aquatic fauna requires urgent conservation attention.
An indigenous fisherwoman in Papua New Guinea discovered two spinach pipefish specimens, a species not documented by science for 40 years. The rediscovery occurred during a research expedition along the Sepik River searching for the lost species.