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The New Safe Confinement structure was constructed to provide a long-term solution for the Chernobyl reactor 4 ruins, allowing for the safe removal of the original shelter and debris, a process expected to take decades. As the 40th anniversary of the disaster approaches, the decommissioning efforts continue to face challenges, including damage from a 2025 drone strike.
Read full articleSaudi Arabia's state-owned Saudi Power Procurement Company has initiated the qualification process for bidders in its second large-scale battery energy storage system tender, which involves 3GW of capacity and 12GWh of storage.
Read full articleHuawei aims to reduce the Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE) by implementing full-lifecycle solar optimization through its FusionSolar9.0 platform, as discussed by Ricky Chen, President of Huawei Asia Pacific Smart PV & ESS Business.
Read full articleMost landholders in regional Victoria are in favor of renewable energy projects, provided they have input in the planning process, yet community concerns are often overlooked in planning approvals. The upcoming Victorian election is expected to focus heavily on the issue of renewable energy development.
Read full articleDelays in US solar permitting are increasing costs and hindering deployment, according to insights from Crux experts shared with PV Tech.
Read full articleDuke Energy's Robinson nuclear power plant in South Carolina has received approval for an 80-year operating license from the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission, marking the quickest license renewal review ever conducted by the agency.
Read full articleResearchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems in Germany have created colored films for solar photovoltaic modules that can mimic the appearance of roof tiles or building facades.
Read full articlePlus Power has entered into a 20-year energy storage agreement with the Tennessee Valley Authority for a 200MW/800MWh battery energy storage system in Crawfish Creek, Alabama.
Read full articleThe Energy Storage Summit 2026 in London featured a panel discussing how European energy price volatility creates opportunities and challenges for energy storage investment.
Read full articleThe University of Yamanashi and the University of Hamburg are collaborating to enhance hydrogen production and fuel cell technology by combining Yamanashi's expertise in nanomaterials with Hamburg's strengths in catalysis. This partnership aims to advance zero-emission technologies.
Read full articleH2NorthEast and Northern Gas Networks have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore the distribution of low-carbon hydrogen produced at a new facility in Teesside to local factories and plants, aiming to support the region's transition to sustainable energy by April 2026.
Read full articleHazer Group Limited and KBR have completed a detailed Process Design Package for a large-scale turquoise hydrogen plant, which aims to make low-emission hydrogen and high-quality graphite more affordable and accessible globally. This development marks a significant step from pilot projects to commercial production, focusing on methane pyrolysis technology.
Read full articleHydrogen is increasingly becoming a significant component of the industrial economy in the U.S. Gulf Coast, as highlighted by a report from the Clean Air Task Force, which notes the rising demand for low-carbon hydrogen driven by new policies aimed at promoting clean energy.
Read full articlePetronor, a subsidiary of Repsol, has partnered with H2SITE to implement membrane reactor technology for producing high-purity green hydrogen at the Muskiz refinery in Spain, aiming to replace grey hydrogen and support regional decarbonization and the EU's energy transition.
Read full articleAIMPLAS is leading the EU-funded IRION project, which aims to enhance the green hydrogen value chain by addressing cost, material, and supply chain challenges, involving collaboration among research labs, equipment manufacturers, and energy utilities. The project was launched this month as Europe seeks to advance its use of zero-emission hydrogen in various sectors.
Read full articleUber is investing in HysetCo to introduce hydrogen fuel-cell taxis in Paris, marking its first direct investment in a French company and emphasizing its commitment to zero-emission technology. The partnership was announced on April 22, 2026, and involves Uber providing growth capital through a convertible loan.
Read full articleGenH2 Corp. and FASTECH have secured a contract to install zero-loss hydrogen storage at the GET Bus Facility, addressing the issue of liquid hydrogen boil-off and advancing the practical use of zero-emission technology in transitioning areas.
Read full articleThe U.S. Department of Commerce has announced preliminary antidumping duties for photovoltaic cells, with dumping margins set at 123.04% for India, 35.15% for Indonesia, and 22.46% for Laos.
Read full articleBangladesh's first nuclear power unit at Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant has received an operating license after the successful inspection of its primary equipment, indicating readiness for first criticality.
Read full articleThe first global conference on phasing out fossil fuels, co-hosted by Colombia and the Netherlands, is taking place in Santa Marta, Colombia, from April 24 to 29, with participation from 54 countries and various stakeholders aiming to promote low-carbon energy solutions.
Read full articleFarmers in Pennsylvania are utilizing a solar-powered warehouse near Pittsburgh to mitigate increasing electricity expenses. This initiative is part of an organic co-op's strategy to manage rising power bills.
Read full articleThe Energy Storage Summit 2026 discusses the UK's requirements for long-duration energy storage (LDES), the effectiveness of the government's cap-and-floor mechanism for procurement, and projections for the future of energy storage in the country.
Read full articleNauticus Robotics, a Texas-based ocean robotics company, has received a contract to conduct an archaeological survey for an offshore wind project on the US East Coast.
Read full articleIn the first quarter of 2025, China exported 84.1GWh of batteries, with approximately one-third designated for stationary storage, while energy storage battery exports reached 27.3GWh in Q1 2026.
Read full articleVestas CEO Henrik Andersen highlighted the detrimental impact of complex processes on European offshore wind projects at WindEurope’s 2026 event in Madrid, urging governments to simplify procedures to enhance project delivery.
Read full articleSiemens Gamesa reported a loss of €44 million before special items in the second quarter of its 2026 fiscal year, a significant improvement from a €333 million loss during the same period the previous year.
Read full articleAEMO reports that 74% of the battery storage projects in Australia's National Electricity Market (NEM) pipeline, totaling 33.2 GW, are set to utilize grid-forming inverters.
Read full articleThe Australian Energy Market Commission has proposed a draft rule for a 20-year distribution planning framework aimed at modernizing distribution network planning to address the increasing adoption of consumer energy resources (CERs) and reduce solar curtailment.
Read full articleA small solar farm in North Carolina was saved from stalling with the assistance of a coalition of Microsoft suppliers, demonstrating the potential impact of corporate collaboration on renewable energy projects.
Read full articleThe Nuclear Regulatory Commission has granted Duke Energy’s Robinson Nuclear Plant a subsequent license renewal, allowing it to operate until 2050. This approval follows Duke Energy's application filed in April 2025.
Read full articleThe Department of Energy has issued two requests for applications to the private sector to initiate the reprocessing and recycling of spent nuclear fuel in the U.S., aiming to enhance the country's nuclear leadership.
Read full articleThe Air Force's ANPI program has selected Radiant, Antares, and Westinghouse to develop nuclear microreactors at Buckley, Malmstrom, and Joint Base San Antonio, with initial deployments expected by 2028.
Read full articleThe five commissioners of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission presented their agency's priorities and proposed a budget of $892.3 million for fiscal year 2027 during a testimony before the U.S. House Committee on Energy & Commerce’s Energy subcommittee.
Read full articleThe Port of Klaipėda has received a construction completion certificate for its green hydrogen project, marking a significant step in the development of renewable energy infrastructure in the region.
Read full articleDutch startup Resilicon has received support under the EU's Net Zero Industry Act for a new renewable energy-powered polysilicon production plant in the Netherlands, which is expected to have a capacity of 13GW.
Read full articleThe Department of the Air Force has chosen Radiant Industries, Antares Nuclear, and Westinghouse Government Services as potential developers and operators for microreactors at Air Force bases under the Advanced Nuclear Power for Installations (ANPI) program.
Read full articleThe SCZONE and UNIDO have initiated a National Clean Hydrogen Program in Egypt, aimed at promoting sustainable hydrogen production and utilization. This program is part of Egypt's broader efforts to enhance its renewable energy sector.
Read full articleTerraPower has begun construction on its first Natrium plant, Kemmerer unit 1, in Wyoming, marking it as the first utility-scale advanced nuclear power plant in the United States. The company is chaired by Bill Gates.
Read full articleIndustry experts suggest that floating offshore wind can become a viable commercial energy source by gradually expanding project capacity and demonstrating value incrementally, similar to the development model used for fixed-bottom wind farms.
Read full articleThe Export-Import Bank of Korea, along with other South Korean entities, has agreed to investigate potential financing for nuclear power projects in Vietnam.
Read full articleResearch indicates that Ohio has the highest rate of permit rejections and withdrawals for renewable energy projects, contrasting with the overall trend where state governments approve 90 percent of such projects within approximately one year.
Read full articleRWE and Polarium are collaborating to create a battery-based virtual power plant in Germany, which will have a capacity of 50MW and store 135MWh of energy.
Read full articleTesla experienced a 15% decrease in energy storage deployments and a 12% decline in revenues for its energy division year-over-year from Q1 2025 to Q1 2026.
Read full articleRenalfa IPP has obtained financing from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development for its 450MW solar-plus-storage project located in Szihalom, Hungary.
Read full articleAt the Big Lake solar farm in Minnesota, farmers are cultivating crops such as kale and radishes in the spaces between solar panels while generating electricity.
Read full articleThe Global Solar Council has established a new management and strategy board consisting of members from various sectors within the solar and storage industries.
Read full articleNew York state has issued final siting permits for the AES Corporation's 125MW Sugar Maple solar-plus-storage project.
Read full articleGreen Capital has partnered with Electrum Holding to construct an 80MW/320MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) in Poland, utilizing a full 'wrap' model to ensure cost predictability.
Read full articleSenate Democrats are criticizing the Department of Energy's budget proposal for 2027, which includes cuts to renewable energy research and infrastructure while continuing to support fossil fuel plants beyond their retirement.
Read full articleAt WindEurope's 2026 annual event in Madrid, speakers highlighted the rise of disinformation as a form of "information warfare" targeting the wind power industry.
Read full articleGuadalupe Valley Electric Cooperative is partnering with Base Power to deploy a 50-MW distributed battery system aimed at reducing power costs and managing load peaks, according to CEO Darren Schauer.
Read full articleA federal judge in Massachusetts has issued an injunction against Trump administration policies that hinder clean energy development, including a requirement for the interior secretary's personal approval of solar and wind projects on federal lands and waters. The ruling was made by Chief Judge Denise J. Casper in response to a coalition's challenge against these restrictions.
Read full articleAt WindEurope's 2026 annual event in Madrid, experts emphasized the importance of involving fishing communities in offshore wind project development to prevent conflicts and enhance the likelihood of long-term project success.
Read full articleThe EU is initiating a program to assist member states and the renewable energy sector in identifying aging wind farms that can be repowered, in an effort to mitigate the effects of the energy crisis stemming from the Middle East.
Read full articleThe European Commission has announced plans to reduce electricity taxes and provide incentives for consumers to transition away from fuel-burning vehicles and heating systems, in response to the energy crisis exacerbated by the Iran war. The initiative includes relaxing state aid rules to enable member countries to offer targeted support.
Read full articleJason Grumet, CEO of American Clean Power, emphasizes that the economic benefits of expanding wind power in the U.S. can provide stability amidst the current volatile policy environment for renewable energy.
Read full articleNordex has introduced a 7.3MW version of its N175/6.X turbine, enhancing its Delta4000 platform as part of a series of upgrades.
Read full articleIn the first quarter of 2026, GE Vernova reported a widening loss of $382 million in its wind power segment, attributed to decreased onshore wind deliveries, tariff impacts, and increased contract losses in offshore wind.
Read full articleThe University of Minnesota, Morris, which was the first U.S. public university to utilize an industrial-scale wind turbine, now aims to enhance its energy efficiency with a new thermal battery, building on its existing wind power capabilities from two turbines that generate more electricity than the campus uses.
Read full articleA federal judge in Boston has ruled that the Trump administration must remove its blockade on new wind and solar projects, siding with nine clean energy organizations that challenged the government's actions as arbitrary and capricious.
Read full articleLocal governments are utilizing revenue generated from wind and solar farms to fund essential services such as road maintenance and emergency medical services.
Read full articleMaryland lawmakers have approved an energy bill aimed at providing short-term relief from rising utility costs, which includes reducing a surcharge for an energy-efficiency program, offering rebates from the clean energy fund, and implementing long-term subsidies for nuclear power, despite concerns about insufficient analysis and public debate.
Read full articleUtah state Representative Raymond Ward was inspired by a New York Times article about portable plug-in solar panels, which enable users to generate electricity by connecting panels to standard outlets, thereby reducing utility costs without the need for costly rooftop installations. This technology, popular in Europe, is gaining traction in the U.S. as a more affordable energy solution.
Read full articleOffshore wind development in the United States has significantly declined due to the Trump administration's policies, while other countries, both wealthy and developing, are actively pursuing and expanding their offshore wind energy initiatives.
Read full articleFervo Energy is preparing to finish the first commercial-scale enhanced geothermal power plant in the U.S. this year and has filed for an initial public offering, providing insights into its future plans.
Read full articleDespite concerns over regulatory changes and partisan challenges, the solar industry in the United States continues to thrive, with ongoing development and growth in the sector.
Read full articleThe shipping industry is experiencing a crisis due to the closure of key Middle Eastern waterways, leading to a significant increase in crude oil prices and maritime fuel costs, which has made some biofuels more competitive. This situation has raised urgent concerns about the need for decarbonization in the shipping sector.
Read full articleExperts caution that the ongoing war in Iran could jeopardize climate finance commitments made in 2024, as rising oil prices and increased defense spending may limit resources available to developing nations for combating climate change.
Read full articleA federal judge dismissed the Trump administration's lawsuit aimed at blocking Hawaii from suing oil companies for climate-related damages, marking a second defeat for the administration in its efforts to challenge state climate actions.
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