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One in Five Isn’t EV Leadership
Europe’s battery-electric vehicle market reached 20.7% of registrations in the first half of 2026, but trails China’s 42.8% share, indicating the continent faces structural industrial challenges rather than infrastructure constraints.
EV Batteries Earn Seal Of Approval From US Defense Department
The US Defense Department awarded a $1.4 billion conditional loan to battery startup Sila to expand silicon anode production for military drones, autonomous vehicles, and other defense applications.
Colorado District Court Latest to Dismiss Industry Lawsuit against Building Updates
A Colorado District Court dismissed a lawsuit challenging Denver’s building energy codes designed to reduce air pollution and energy costs. The court ruled federal law does not preempt the local regulations.
Schneider Electric Canada Strengthens Commercial Leadership to Help Customers Navigate the New Energy Landscape
Schneider Electric Canada promoted two senior executives to strengthen commercial leadership, reorganizing sales and marketing functions to better serve customers navigating energy transformation.
Arcfox Goes Battery Swapping with the Help of CATL
Arcfox, a BAIC Group EV startup, has partnered with battery producer CATL to offer battery swapping on its upcoming Beta T1 entry-level model, competing with NIO’s established swap infrastructure.
Solar Power Is Gaining Traction With Farmers
Solar companies are increasingly combining agricultural and energy production through agrivoltaics, where solar panels are installed on farmland alongside crop cultivation, offering farmers additional income while supporting clean energy goals.
Norway’s national oil company’s profits double to $11.5bn amid war on Iran
Norway’s Equinor nearly doubled profits to $11.5 billion in the second quarter, benefiting from elevated oil and gas prices triggered by regional geopolitical tensions and supply disruptions.
U.S. Battery Storage Capacity Averaged 70% Growth Over The Last Three Years
U.S. utility-scale battery storage capacity reached nearly 52 GW by mid-2026, with operators planning to add 54 GW over the next two and a half years, marking sustained rapid expansion.
AI Data Centers Are A Regional US Grid Issue, Not A Global Power Crisis
AI data centers are creating significant new electricity demand in concentrated US regions, but global impact remains modest at under 3% of world consumption by 2030, with substantial uncertainty around long-term forecasts.
Ukraine’s Attack on Iranian Cargo Ship Links Two Wars
Ukraine attacked an Iranian cargo ship in the Caspian Sea on July 25, marking the first direct link between the Ukraine-Russia war and Iran, with officials claiming it carried military components destined for Russia.
Trump Administration Picks Five States for Nuclear Fuel-Cycle Hubs
The Department of Energy selected five Republican-led states to host Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campuses for storing and processing spent nuclear fuel, with potential for $50 billion in investment and nearly 25,000 jobs.
We May Be Looking At The Debate About AI & Data Centers All Wrong
An opinion piece argues that focusing on blocking AI data centers misses the larger debate about AI’s role in society, suggesting social norms rather than zoning laws will ultimately determine technology’s impact.
U.S. Sale Of Venezuela’s Oil Hits $13 Billion Since Trump’s Takeover
The Trump administration has generated over $13 billion from Venezuelan oil sales since January, with the funds held in U.S. Treasury accounts, though accountability and allocation of proceeds remain subjects of congressional scrutiny.
The World’s Largest Sand Battery Is Now Online
Finland’s Polar Night Energy has commissioned the world’s largest sand battery in Pornainen, capable of storing 100 MWh of renewable energy using heated crushed soapstone for district heating.
Oil Prices Ignore the Warning Signs in Physical Markets
Oil futures prices have remained subdued despite severe Middle Eastern supply disruptions, but physical market indicators suggest tightening conditions may signal growing supply constraints.
Appeal Challenges Public Lands Data Center in Nevada
Environmental groups and Boulder City officials filed an administrative appeal challenging federal approval of a 167-megawatt data center on public lands in Nevada, citing bypassed environmental reviews and water concerns.
Gov. Braun’s Executive Order Moves to Throw a Lifeline to Coal Plants to Power Data Centers
Indiana Governor Braun issued an executive order directing state officials to explore reopening retired coal plants or preventing closures to power new AI data centers proposed by tech companies.
Families Want Lower Costs & Less Pollution: Public Interest Groups Push Washington’s Largest Utility to Lower Rate Increases and Meet Clean Energy Laws
Climate and environmental groups filed testimony opposing Puget Sound Energy’s proposed rate increases and push for continued gas infrastructure investment, urging the utility to prioritize clean energy expansion instead.
Great Britain’s grid operator issues fresh warning over power supplies in heatwave
Britain’s grid operator warns of tight electricity supplies Thursday night as the UK faces its third heatwave this year, with extreme temperatures affecting power generation across Europe.
Bank of England to stop accepting bonds linked to coal for key loans
The Bank of England will stop accepting thermal coal-related bonds as collateral for loans to commercial banks, a policy taking effect in October that climate advocates view as a significant step.
Affordable Homes, Cooling Centers, and a Faster Grid? Yes, Please
Four companies received funding through the Innovation Incubator program to scale emerging technologies addressing affordable housing, grid modernization, energy efficiency, and heat resilience across U.S. communities.
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