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Un experto en energía sugiere que las baterías domésticas podrían ser esenciales para reducir costos de electricidad, proporcionar energía durante apagones y ayudar a descongestionar una red eléctrica saturada.
Read full articleThe U.S. relies heavily on hydropower, but increasing drought conditions are jeopardizing its availability, particularly in the western regions that have been experiencing a prolonged water crisis.
Read full articleThis summer, Europe experienced its hottest June on record alongside a severe drought that significantly reduced river levels, impacting the energy system by limiting wind power and forcing thermal power plants to cut back on output due to rising water temperatures.
Read full articleIn the U.S., solar and energy storage remain the leading sectors in power plant construction despite challenges such as the phase-out of tax credits, a freeze on clean-energy permitting, and tariffs that may increase solar costs.
Read full articleIn 2025, more than half of the apartment buildings constructed in the U.S. were equipped with heat pumps, marking a significant shift toward reducing fossil fuel use in residential buildings, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
Read full articleLG Energy Solution has opened a large battery manufacturing facility in Lansing, Michigan, which was celebrated by Interior Secretary Doug Burgum as aligning with the Trump administration's agenda despite its overall criticism of electric vehicles and clean energy.
Read full articleSage Geosystems has launched its first next-generation geothermal plant near San Antonio, marking it as the third such facility to begin operation in the U.S. as the industry seeks to commercialize clean electricity.
Read full articleEgyptian farmers are adapting to water shortages and rising temperatures by cultivating crops under solar panels, a practice that helps conserve water and protect crops from extreme heat. This innovative approach reflects a broader trend among farmers globally facing similar environmental challenges.
Read full articleCalifornia is enhancing its energy storage capacity to address the intermittency of renewable energy sources, with a projected increase of 2,100 percent in storage capacity from 2019 to 2025. This effort aims to maintain electricity supply during periods without solar or wind energy generation.
Read full articleNext-generation geothermal energy holds significant promise in the western United States, but developers must address substantial economic challenges to unlock its potential. These innovative systems differ from traditional geothermal plants by utilizing advanced underground methods to generate electricity in various locations.
Read full articleThe Qcells factory in Cartersville, Georgia, is a $2.5 billion facility that produces solar cells using significant resources, including 3.5 million gallons of water and 90 megawatts of power, amidst fluctuating solar policies in the U.S.
Read full articleIn July, sales of used electric vehicles rose by 7.7% from June and 10.1% year-over-year, while new EV sales experienced a modest growth of 3.2% month-over-month but were down 41.5% compared to 2025, as reported by Cox Automotive. Experts attribute the increasing demand for used EVs to rising fuel costs.
Read full articleUtah Clean Energy is working to ensure that new homes in Utah utilize renewable energy sources, promoting climate-friendly living as a standard practice.
Read full articleThe Ohio Power Siting Board is poised to make a final decision on the Oak Run Solar Project, the state's largest solar and energy storage initiative, after a key legal deadline was met. The project received initial approval in March 2024 but has faced delays since then.
Read full articleBoston is considering the use of sea- and river-source heat pumps for large buildings as part of a new initiative aimed at improving energy efficiency, according to Zeyneb Magavi from the Home Energy Efficiency Team.
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