Six states have enacted solar and energy storage policies during the first half of 2026 to address rising electricity demand and costs while improving grid reliability.

The U.S. electric grid added only 402 miles of high-voltage transmission lines in 2025, falling far short of the estimated 5,000 miles needed annually to meet growing demand.

Pennsylvania’s wind industry continues expanding despite federal policy headwinds, with major projects in development and private investment funding new installations and repowering initiatives.

Environmental groups urge the UK government to resist further weakening of electric vehicle sales rules, citing analysis showing vehicles will emit an extra 17 million tonnes of CO2 by 2030 due to last year’s regulatory changes.

California startup Rangeway is building hospitality-focused EV charging facilities exclusively for electric vehicles, with plans to expand in the St. Louis area through a new joint venture.

A new AI-powered platform called AgentSolar AI aims to reduce soft costs in residential solar by acting as an automated advocate for consumers, potentially saving homeowners billions in overpriced installations.

Researchers at the National Laboratory of the Rockies have developed a custom charge controller for wave energy converters that captures up to eight times more power than previous designs, addressing a critical challenge in the industry.

Solar energy permitting delays are threatening grid reliability and affordability, with over 450 projects at risk representing 36% of planned U.S. power capacity, costing Americans potentially $120 billion over seven years.

A political campaign centered on clean energy affordability could address rising living costs for US residents, with advocates arguing renewable sources offer the cheapest electricity generation while creating jobs and reducing household expenses.