This Texas coal mine will soon be home to a 1.2GW solar farm
A $1.7 billion solar farm is under construction on coal mining land in Texas, creating a 1.2-gigawatt renewable energy hub while adjacent coal operations continue.
Q&A: Does the world need ‘carbon capture and storage’ to reach net-zero?
Carbon capture and storage is considered critical for achieving net-zero emissions by major climate organizations, though the technology remains controversial due to high costs, slow deployment, and questions about its effectiveness.
Rhine falls to record low levels as drought strains Europe’s rivers
Europe’s major rivers, including the Rhine, Danube, and Po, have reached record or near-record low levels amid prolonged drought and heatwaves, disrupting shipping, power generation, and agriculture across the continent.
What another Texas flood revealed about the state’s warning system
Texas experienced another major flood in the Hill Country last month, testing improvements to the state’s warning systems implemented after a devastating flood a year prior that killed 139 people. The newer storm resulted in only three deaths, attributed to better forecasting, public vigilance, and newly installed warning infrastructure.
Wildfire season is changing. Spokane is showing how.
Spokane faces its worst wildfire season on record, with three major fires destroying hundreds of buildings and displacing tens of thousands of residents across Washington state.
In a first, Utah got more power from solar than any other source
Solar power generated more electricity than any other source in Utah during May 2026, marking the first time in state history that photovoltaic generation surpassed all other energy sources combined.