Three major city mayors share strategies for protecting residents during extreme heat events. Cities are collaborating on climate adaptation policies that double as public health measures.
Comoros has inaugurated three solar projects across its islands, developed by Masdar and Global South Utilities. The projects include battery storage systems and transmission infrastructure.
EPC Renewables and Grupo Cobra are developing a 142 MW solar project with 240 MWh battery storage in Fiji across two phases. The Yaqara project aims to reduce diesel imports, support renewable targets, and create approximately 200 local jobs.
Hitachi launches Y-series EcoCute CO2 heat pump water heaters in Japan with models arriving November 2026. The units feature solar-friendly tariff controls and improved energy management capabilities alongside a five-year warranty.
Researchers developed an optimized semi-transparent PV greenhouse design that increases solar electricity generation by 20.1% through strategic PV surface allocation. The innovation outperforms conventional greenhouse geometries by up to 56.86%.
South Sudan's Boma and Badingilo national parks are gaining World Heritage status, protecting critical migratory bird habitats. The parks host remarkable seasonal avian populations managed by African Parks in partnership with local authorities.
French wine production is forecast to hit a 30-year low due to extreme drought and record-breaking summer heat. Winemakers face a 6% production drop from last year and quality concerns from wildfire smoke taint.
The Port Authority of NY and NJ partners with CALSTART to launch a $45 million incentive program for electrifying heavy truck fleets at the port. The initiative aims to reduce emissions from port operations through fleet electrification.
Audi launches the A2 e-tron, its most efficient EV with over 400 miles of range and an entry-level price of approximately $45,000. The vehicle represents the automaker's push toward more affordable electric vehicle options.
Evoke Motorcycles unveiled the 2027 Nrgy, a lightweight electric motorcycle targeting a $4,995 starting price to address affordability in the highway-capable EV motorcycle market.
Toyota is advancing hydrogen fuel cell technology for heavy-duty trucks in Germany as a test case. The initiative aims to demonstrate inter-industry collaboration for zero-emission commercial transportation.
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins holds millions in oil and gas investments while farmers struggle with rising diesel and fertilizer costs as the USDA reduces renewable energy support.
Global air conditioning demand will inevitably rise as extreme heat intensifies from climate change. The story explores the tension between climate advocacy focused on reducing consumption and the reality that AC becomes essential infrastructure for human survival.
Five U.S. states have launched electric truck accelerator programs on both coasts. The initiatives represent regional climate action on vehicle electrification.
A US freight rail lobby study questioned whether electric freight rail could work, despite it already operating successfully worldwide. The study framed the wrong question instead of addressing optimal deployment of catenary systems in North America.
UK insurers report a surge in subsidence claims following the hottest summer on record, with one company experiencing a near 140% jump in August claims. The spike is attributed to extreme heat and multiple heatwaves affecting soil conditions across England and Wales.
British beekeepers are calling for a national awareness campaign about invasive Asian hornets, which are creating pollinator deserts and threatening food security. The yellow-legged hornet has spread across Europe since 2004, with populations boosted by warming springs and summers.
Ireland's LEAP requires large data centers to source 80% of energy from onsite renewables and storage. Success depends on whether the grid infrastructure can support this ambitious decarbonization requirement.
Lionfish, an invasive species devastating Caribbean reefs, are being hunted by Honduras divers through competitions and culinary initiatives. Community efforts aim to control the venomous fish population threatening marine ecosystems.
The University of New South Wales received AUD 64.8 million from ARENA for 12 solar research projects, marking the institution's largest photovoltaic investment. The projects focus on advanced solar technologies including tandem and perovskite cells, AI-driven materials discovery, and next-generation efficiency improvements.
Chinese inverter manufacturers reported mixed H1 2026 results as energy storage emerged as a key growth driver. The sector showed resilience despite weaker demand in traditional inverter segments.
Alight has commissioned a 101 MW solar park in Eurajoki, Finland, with plans to add battery storage next year. The project represents a renewable energy expansion in the Nordic region.
Scientists have sequenced the first draft genome of the Philippines' critically endangered Visayan spotted deer, which could aid conservation efforts. The species has been decimated by deforestation and hunting across its former island habitat.
Plaintiffs continue pressing the Trump administration in federal court to restore $3 billion in environmental and climate justice grant funding for underserved communities before a Sept. 30 deadline.