Solar Has Crossed a Critical Economic Tipping Point
Solar energy now requires less upfront capital investment than coal or gas plants for equivalent electricity output, marking a fundamental shift in how these technologies compete economically.
Iran War Adds $330 Billion to Global Energy Import Bill
An ongoing war involving the United States, Israel, and Iran has increased global energy import costs by approximately $330 billion over six months, with crude oil accounting for the largest share of additional expenses.
Poland’s Coal Problem Has Changed
Poland’s coal share in electricity generation fell from 72.5% in 2021 to 52.7% by 2025, with renewables reaching 31.4%. However, the country maintains coal capacity for grid reliability as it transitions to renewable energy.
NLR-NRRI Partnership Advances Industry-Scale Innovation and Process Demonstration
The National Laboratory of the Rockies and University of Minnesota’s Natural Resources Research Institute launched IMPACT, a joint initiative to demonstrate critical minerals processing technologies at industrial scale.
Energy Storage Is Strengthening Reliability. These 5 States Are Leading the Charge.
Five states are leading energy storage deployment to strengthen grid reliability and affordability as electricity demand surges from data centers and extreme weather.
Vycarb Successfully Stores Low-Purity CO2 In Seawater
Brooklyn-based startup Vycarb has successfully demonstrated the ability to store low-purity CO2 directly in seawater without expensive purification, potentially making carbon capture and storage more affordable and accessible.