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World’s Largest 12.8 GWh Battery Storage Cluster Activated in China
Envision Group activated an AI-managed 12.8-gigawatt-hour battery storage network in northern China, featuring a 4-gigawatt-hour flagship facility that officials claim is the world’s largest single-site electrochemical storage installation.
Is Iran Preparing to Permanently Block the Strait of Hormuz?
Iran’s Parliament reviews a bill to permanently ban certain vessels from the Strait of Hormuz while President Trump claims a deal is near, creating market uncertainty as Brent crude settles around $83 per barrel.
U.S. Solar and Storage Industry Statement on New Sec. 232 Tariffs on Solar
The Trump administration imposed tariffs and minimum import prices on polysilicon and solar products, prompting industry groups to warn of manufacturing challenges and higher energy costs.
Energy Discovery Awaits Within the Spin of Atoms
Researchers at the National Laboratory of the Rockies are expanding applications of nuclear magnetic resonance technology to advance innovation in batteries, semiconductors, and bioplastics by analyzing atomic structures.
Students To Help Identify Retirement Options for Energy Technologies
A new DOE-funded competition challenges collegiate teams to develop recycling and repurposing solutions for decommissioned energy technology components, addressing growing waste management needs in the U.S. energy sector.
Weak Energy Demand May Signal a Much Bigger Economic Problem
Weak oil price responses to recent supply disruptions suggest low energy demand may signal broader economic deterioration, with historical data indicating such periods precede financial crashes and geopolitical instability.
Europe’s Electricity Prices Spike to €500 a Megawatt-Hour as Drought Bites
Europe’s electricity prices surged to €500 per megawatt-hour this week after Hungary shut down its Paks nuclear plant due to drought conditions threatening energy security across the continent.
UK Drivers Take To Fuel Theft amid War-Driven Price Surge
UK fuel theft has surged 24% since a Middle East conflict began, with drivers stealing roughly $270,000 worth of fuel daily as prices spike amid global supply constraints.
VICTORY: Court Overturns Trump Administration’s Wind Pause
A federal court ordered the Trump administration’s Department of Defense to resume reviews of wind energy projects, striking down a freeze that had halted renewable energy development.
Africa’s Richest Man Proposes To Build 700,000 Bpd Oil Refinery In Kenya
Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote proposes a $17 billion, 700,000-barrel-per-day oil refinery on Kenya’s Lamu Island to process crude for six East African nations and export surplus fuel across the continent.
Europe’s heatwave drives electricity prices to new highs as demand soars
A heatwave across Europe has driven electricity prices to multi-year highs as surging demand for cooling coincides with reduced power generation from renewable sources and plant outages.
Bank of England to stop accepting bonds linked to coal for key loans
The Bank of England will stop accepting bonds linked to thermal coal for key loan arrangements starting in October, a move climate campaigners view as a significant victory against fossil fuel financing.
Fossil Fuels Still Generate 57% of the World’s Electricity
Fossil fuels generated 57% of global electricity generation, though this represents a decline from 65% in 2000, according to recent reports analyzing worldwide energy data.
Energy IPOs Are Booming Thanks to AI’s Insatiable Thirst for Power
Energy company IPOs are surging to record levels as investors seek exposure to power generation needed for AI data centers, with 2026 fundraising already exceeding $12.6 billion.
China’s Next Move Could Decide Where Oil Prices Go This Year
China’s crude oil import levels and refined product export policies are pivotal factors that will influence global oil price trends through the remainder of the year amid Middle East supply disruptions.
Charging Infrastructure Has Far Outpaced EV Sales In All But One EU Country — Analysis
All but one EU country meet charging infrastructure targets, with 1.1 million public chargers by end of last year. Only Malta falls short of fleet-based charging capacity requirements.
Hyundai Motor Group Expands Korea’s Hydrogen Ecosystem with First Group-Operated Waste-To-Hydrogen Facility
Hyundai Motor Group opened HTWO ENERGY Cheongju, its first group-operated waste-to-hydrogen facility, converting wastewater sludge into hydrogen fuel for local use.
Houthi Threats Ignite New Oil Price Surge
Houthi threats against Red Sea shipping have triggered a surge in oil prices above $91 per barrel, with tankers rerouting and Saudi Arabia accelerating crude exports from alternative ports.
Pennsylvania Passes Solar Decommissioning Legislation to Ensure Sustainable Energy Development
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro signed bipartisan legislation establishing a statewide framework for decommissioning ground-mounted solar projects, placing responsibility on developers rather than landowners.
35.5%! LONGi Once Again Breaks World Record for Crystalline Silicon-Perovskite Tandem Solar Cell Efficiency
LONGi announced a new world record for crystalline silicon-perovskite tandem solar cell efficiency at 35.5%, certified by the European Solar Test Installation, surpassing its previous 35.2% achievement.
Inside Washington’s Quiet Bid to Break China’s Grip on Iraq
The Trump administration is intensifying efforts to shift Iraq away from Chinese and Russian influence toward Western alignment, following a White House meeting between President Trump and Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi.
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Reasons To Switch To A Geothermal Heat Pump
A new HVAC system is a big investment, so when you are in the market for one, it’s important to weigh your options carefully. Many homeowners will compare a traditional HVAC system to a heat pump and stop there. However, homeowners have another option to...
Experts Have Mixed Opinions on 2016 Outlook for Oil and Gas Industry
If there’s one industry that’s nearly impossible to accurately predict, it’s the oil and gas industry. Supply, demand, technology, costs, and a number of other variables have a tendency to change without much rhyme or reason, which makes it challenging to...
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