Qnetic, a US-China startup, is constructing what it calls the world's largest dedicated flywheel test cell in Shanghai and plans to manufacture long-duration energy storage systems in California.
ERCOT faces 438 GW of interconnection requests from AI data centers, prompting new rules and evaluation of 800 VDC designs and load-smoothing technologies.
Kerala faces a severe power crisis as night-time demand surges and hydroelectric reservoirs run low; the government accelerates battery storage projects to harness cheap daytime solar energy for evening use.
The first phase of RWE's large-scale North Sea wind project has begun feeding electricity, with full completion of Phase A expected in early 2027 and Phase B by early 2029.
Kuwait Oil Company has selected Halliburton for a multiyear collaboration to build the Ahmadi Innovation Valley, an upstream R&D hub focusing on AI and digital technologies for oil and gas assets.
TGS has started a new seismic reprocessing project covering 13,300 km² in the Orphan Basin offshore Newfoundland and Labrador, using advanced depth imaging technologies.
Ark Energy has taken a final investment decision on the Richmond Valley Solar Farm & BESS, a 200 MW solar farm paired with 2,200 MWh of battery storage in northern New South Wales.
Vår Energi and BlueNord are merging to form Europe's largest independent oil and gas company, while Vår Energi's CEO signals continued M&A activity but warns of caution in target selection.
Tata Power has secured a Letter of Award from SECI for supplying 324 MW from its 1,000 MW Bhivpuri pumped hydro storage project in Maharashtra, backed by a 40-year power purchase agreement and scheduled for commissioning by 2029.
Realta Fusion plans to turn an old Oscar Mayer factory in Madison, Wisconsin into a fusion research facility called Forge, backed by $55 million in state and local incentives.
Solar energy supplied a quarter of the European Union's electricity in June 2026, a new high according to data released today by energy think tank Ember.
Thyssenkrupp Steel has suspended its own barge transport of raw materials to Duisburg due to low Rhine water levels during a heatwave, turning to chartered vessels and reducing blast furnace production.
Mountain Crane Service used three Liebherr mobile cranes to take down the old Yellowstone River Bridge in the national park, a job complicated by rugged terrain and environmental sensitivity.
A new analysis shows that data centers in 13 US states will collectively add billions of dollars in power costs, with Northern Virginia emerging as a key hub.
Oilfield service companies SLB and Liberty Energy have announced a strategic alliance to build modular data center systems powered by natural gas, targeting the growing energy demands of AI infrastructure.
Halliburton has won a long-term integrated drilling and completions contract for the GranMorgu deepwater development offshore Suriname, operated by TotalEnergies.
VSB France has officially opened the Bosjean wind farm in the Puy-de-Dôme department, bringing its total wind capacity in the area to over 45 megawatts.
Tata Power is spending ₹300 crore on a 100 MW/200 MWh battery storage system in Mumbai, part of its largest infrastructure push in the city to meet rising demand from data centers, metro rail, and redevelopment.
UK Seabed Resources Limited, a subsidiary of Glomar Minerals, will begin a 75-day research mission in the Pacific this week, targeting polymetallic nodules containing critical minerals.
Turkey has opened procurement for 1,200 MW of wind and 1,200 MW of solar energy capacity under its YEKA model, the government announced on July 13, 2026.
The European Commission has approved a French state aid scheme to support 11.1 gigawatts of offshore wind capacity, aiming to boost renewable energy production.
Zenith Energy acquired a 4.5-MWp ground-mounted photovoltaic project near Rome, boosting its Italian solar pipeline to 193 MWp and nearing its 200-MWp target.
Danish developer Eurowind Energy has taken over EnBW's Swedish renewables platform, gaining operational wind turbines and project pipeline. The purchase price was not disclosed.
The Baltic Power offshore wind farm, a joint venture between Orlen and Northland Power, has delivered electricity to Poland's grid for the first time, marking the country's entry into commercial offshore wind energy.
CTG's 1 GW Hami project in Xinjiang combines PV and CSP with molten-salt storage, supplying electricity for eight hours after sunset without batteries.
Hawaii-based shipping firm Matson reaffirms LNG as its primary fuel for fleet renewal, pointing to high costs and limited supply of low-emission alternatives.
A technical analysis finds that hydrogen-injection systems can make diesel exhaust appear cleaner but may not improve fuel economy or lower carbon emissions, with energy costs often outweighing benefits.
Britain's biggest community-owned solar project, Derril Water solar park in north Devon, has been ordered offline for the summer by the National Energy System Operator to avoid overloading the local grid, costing its nearly 10,000 members an estimated £2 million in lost revenue.
Caterpillar has bought Skycatch, a provider of spatial data and AI analytics, to enhance its digital mining portfolio with near-real-time mine site insights.
A Guardian reader discussion highlights the pros and cons of installing solar panels over car parks instead of on greenfield sites, with France already requiring such installations and UK homes facing new solar mandates.
The environment ministry has issued fresh Right of Way norms for power transmission lines, targeting a 20% reduction in forest land use and addressing wildlife concerns.
A team from Madan Mohan Malaviya University of Technology has received an Indian design patent for a micro wind turbine tailored for urban rooftops, aiming to boost local renewable energy generation.
Morocco is advancing its renewable energy agenda with the Noor Ouarzazate Solar Complex, a flagship project that combines solar technologies to reduce fossil fuel dependence and position the country as a clean energy hub.
India's non-fossil fuel energy capacity rose to 297.36 GW in June 2026, a 22% year-on-year increase, while renewable sources briefly supplied over half of the country's electricity demand for the second time on July 6.
Michael Hannibal of Stiesdal Offshore says scaling floating wind to at least 500MW per project is essential to reach €1 million per megawatt, a milestone he calls a 'high five'.
AlphaESS introduces a single open energy storage platform designed to connect commercial, industrial, and utility-scale projects, emphasizing safety, intelligence, and connectivity.
LONGi Solar is adapting to the growing European utility market by offering combined solar modules and battery storage, addressing grid compliance and security demands.
Florion, a new energy intelligence business co-founded by veteran advisor Robert Futter, has launched in South Africa to help companies manage risks and seize opportunities amid rapid market changes.
Cinergy Mobile Power introduces smart, clean mobile energy systems for South Africa's film and live events industries, replacing diesel generators with battery-powered, zero-emission alternatives.
Researchers have developed a method using laser welding to seal glass containers for storing chemical waste, addressing the stringent requirements of Category IV landfills.