Ford F-150 Lightning and hybrid owners can now use their vehicles to power home essentials during outages by connecting directly to electrical panels. The bidirectional charging capability offers an affordable backup power solution.
SEIA releases report on cybersecurity priorities for expanding domestic solar and energy storage manufacturing. U.S. now ranks as world's second-largest inverter manufacturer.
Tesla maintains over 50% of the US EV market share in Q2, with the overall EV market showing modest growth compared to previous quarters. The analysis examines market positioning among leading automakers.
Nearly 4,000 Tennesseans submitted comments opposing TVA's energy plan for being overly reliant on fossil fuels. The Sierra Club led the effort to critique the federal utility's 2026 Integrated Resource Plan.
A new meter attachment simplifies using EV batteries as home backup power during outages. The technology makes vehicle-to-home integration more accessible for residential customers.
A Canadian perspective on how electric vehicles are reshaping the North American auto industry. The story examines the implications of EV adoption trends for Canadian automotive manufacturers and the broader economic landscape.
Wildfires have burned thousands of hectares in a Bolivian Indigenous territory for the third consecutive year, likely caused by illegal pasture burns. The Chacobo-Pacahuara people face threats to their forest homeland and way of life.
Keene, New Hampshire is constructing tunnels to help protect an endangered salamander species during migration. The community effort involves volunteers monitoring and assisting amphibians crossing dangerous roads.
A wildlife corridor project aims to reduce roadkill and improve animal connectivity through the Rocky Mountains in British Columbia. The initiative addresses growing concerns about vehicle collisions threatening bighorn sheep and other wildlife populations.
The UK water industry warns that insufficient water resources threaten the country's datacentre expansion plans needed for AI growth. Large datacentres require enormous volumes of water for cooling systems, making the government's strategy potentially unviable.
Octopus Energy is developing a 100-home neighborhood in France combining solar, heat pumps, and batteries to achieve zero net electricity costs over a decade. The project uses smart energy management and flexibility services to optimize self-consumption and aggregation.
Italy has 3,630 active renewable energy communities with 302.9 MW of operational capacity. Over 29,800 PNRR-funded applications have been approved, unlocking €768.3 million in grants for 1.74 GW of capacity.
GoodWe introduced the EO G2 Series single-phase off-grid inverter designed for African residential microgrids, offering 3-6 kW power ratings with advanced energy management. The technology features rapid switching capabilities and up to 200% PV oversizing for off-grid applications.
Colombia's solar capacity has reached 4.58 GW with 1.19 GW under testing, accounting for 98% of renewable additions since August 2022. The country must add 1.35 GW more renewable capacity by August 2026 to meet its 6 GW target.
Sri Lanka's national parks, which protect 14% of the country's land and house endangered species like leopards and elephants, face mounting threats from habitat encroachment. El Niño conditions are expected to intensify these pressures on wildlife in the protected areas.
GM has integrated ChargePoint into its EV app, allowing drivers to locate, initiate, and pay for charging without switching apps. This integration aims to improve the EV charging experience and convenience for General Motors vehicle owners.
Idaho has activated a 125-megawatt solar farm with construction beginning on another facility over three times larger. The expansion represents significant growth in the state's renewable energy capacity.
US EV sales declined 21% year-over-year in Q2 2026, dropping to 247,226 units. Despite the decline, the article notes some positive developments in the market.
Tesla Model Y and Model 3 continue to dominate the US EV market. The article explores the top 10 EV models in the US and how market diversity has evolved.
Isuzu Motors is testing a three-minute battery-swapping system for electric garbage trucks in Yokohama to reduce charging delays for commercial vehicles. The technology aims to improve operational efficiency for municipal waste collection services.
Environmental groups filed a lawsuit notice against TVA for Clean Air Act violations at its Kingston coal plant after the utility reversed its decision to close the facility. The legal action challenges TVA's ongoing construction and unlawful operations at the site.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro signed bipartisan Senate Bill 349, establishing a statewide framework requiring solar developers to manage decommissioning of ground-mounted solar projects. The law ensures developers, not landowners, bear responsibility for end-of-life project management.
Hyundai Motor Group opened its first waste-to-hydrogen facility in South Korea, producing approximately 500 kilograms of hydrogen daily. The facility supports localized hydrogen production and reduces transportation costs while enhancing regional energy self-sufficiency.
A phosphate processing plant in Tunisia sickens local children through air pollution to supply fertilizer to the US and Europe. The story highlights the health costs borne by developing nations to support agricultural practices in wealthy countries.
A Brazilian neighborhood built over oil waste faces persistent health problems, with residents reporting numerous cancer cases. The community struggles with environmental contamination from industrial pollution.