Starcloud Raises $170 M Series A, Hits $1.1 B Valuation to Build Solar‑powered Space Data Centers
Starcloud announced a $170 million Series A led by Benchmark and EQT Ventures, valuing the Redmond‑based orbital compute startup at $1.1 billion. The funding will finance next‑generation satellites and a planned 88,000‑satellite constellation, positioning the company at the forefront of venture capital bets on space‑based AI data centers.
Chiyoda and NYK Chase Carbon Capture Business Around the World
Japanese engineering giant Chiyoda Corporation has signed a memorandum of understanding with shipping leader Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) and its subsidiary Knutsen NYK Carbon Carriers (KNCC) to pursue carbon capture and storage projects worldwide. The trio previously completed a 2024...
NGEN Building 170MWh Austria BESS; Foresight and EBRD Invest in Germany, Lithuania Developers
NGEN has broken ground on an 85 MW/170 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) in Wagenham, Upper Austria, targeting commercial operation later this year. The two‑hour plant will bolster grid flexibility and support renewable integration at a key European interconnection point with...
CORRECTION - CLEW Guide – Hungary Sees Solar Boom but Remains Dependent on Russian Energy, Fossil Fuels
Hungary is rapidly expanding solar power, aiming to raise capacity from about 7 GW today to nearly 12 GW by 2030, while still relying heavily on Russian gas and oil, which supplied 74 % and 48 % of its imports in 2024 respectively. The...
Telemetry Data Exposes Scale of Unplanned Power Outages
Telemetry from Wetility’s national solar‑battery network recorded 91,934 unplanned grid outages across South Africa in 2025, showing households endured six to nine outages per month. While Eskom reports an improved Energy Availability Factor of 65.31% and a 46.7% drop in...
Italy, Spain Set Solar Records in March
AleaSoft Energy Forecasting reported that weekly average electricity prices fell across most major European markets, with the average dipping below €90 ($103) per MWh in seven countries. Record‑low prices of €0.18/MWh ($0.21) were logged in Portugal and Spain, the latter...
'Wind Has Grown up – Now Germany's Market Design Needs to Catch Up'
Onshore wind now supplies roughly a quarter of Germany’s electricity, supports over 100,000 jobs and generates billions in regional value. The upcoming EEG 2027 reform will introduce contracts‑for‑difference, shifting to a production‑based hybrid design that pays out when market revenues fall...
EIB Global Agrees $200m Green Financing for Vietnam’s Techcombank
European Investment Bank’s global arm has committed a $200 million green financing facility to Vietnam’s Techcombank. The loan will be deployed to expand the bank’s lending for renewable energy, energy efficiency and sustainable transport projects. This partnership aligns with Vietnam’s push...
What End-to-End Visibility Reveals About Hidden BESS Safety Risks
The article highlights hidden safety risks in battery energy storage systems (BESS) and argues that end‑to‑end visibility across the entire lifecycle is essential to mitigate them. It contrasts BESS with solar, noting that batteries remain energized and demand continuous monitoring,...
Solar Above 60° North: The Arctic as PV’s Next Frontier
The International Energy Agency’s Photovoltaic Power Systems Programme reports that solar installations above 60° N are expanding rapidly, with capacity reaching roughly 1,400 MWp by 2023 and annual growth rates of 46‑145% in key regions. Cold temperatures boost panel efficiency, while bifacial...
Will California Fund or Kill Its Thriving Virtual Power Plant Program?
California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s administration is weighing whether to end the four‑year‑old Demand Side Grid Support (DSGS) virtual power plant program, which now supplies over 1 GW of capacity and offsets peak demand comparable to San Francisco’s load. Lawmakers and clean‑energy advocates...
Arizona Cuts Key Renewables Policy as Clean Energy Market Takes Off
Arizona’s elected Corporation Commission voted unanimously to eliminate the state’s renewable portfolio standard, which required 15% clean electricity by 2025. The repeal is justified by commissioners as a cost‑saving measure, yet utilities remain locked into long‑term renewable contracts that may...
ROUNDUP: Non-Lithium Energy Storage System Technology Advances in US, Spain, and Scotland
The roundup highlights rapid progress in non‑lithium energy storage, with Unigrid’s sodium‑ion cells reaching 5,000 full‑depth cycles and projecting a 25‑year lifespan that matches solar PV panels. Inlyte Energy secured a domestic iron‑powder supply partnership to scale its iron‑sodium (ZEBRA)...
Thermochemical Energy Storage Leader Redoxblox Rebrands as Tempo
Redoxblox has rebranded as Tempo, signaling its shift from research to commercial scaling of a thermochemical energy storage platform that delivers continuous, combustion‑free heat up to 1,200 °C. The system can charge fully in four hours, allowing factories to capture low‑cost...
Hithium Signs 3GWh Long-Duration BESS Agreement with APAC Investor Brawn Capital
Chinese battery maker Hithium announced a strategic cooperation with Hong Kong‑based private‑equity firm Brawn Capital to develop up to 3 GWh of long‑duration battery‑energy‑storage systems (BESS) in the Asia‑Pacific region by 2030. The partnership will leverage Brawn’s investment and project‑development capabilities,...
RepAir Carbon Opens a Luxembourg Office to Scale Its Electrochemical Carbon Capture Tech Across Europe
RepAir Carbon, an Israeli deep‑tech firm, opened a Luxembourg office to drive its electrochemical direct‑air‑capture (DAC) technology across Europe. The solid‑state system claims 70% lower energy use than conventional DAC and already backs projects with Shell, Mitsubishi, and C‑Questra. RepAir’s...
ClearVue Awarded International Certification on Rooftop Solar Panels
ClearVue Technologies, in partnership with Helios Power, secured International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) certification for its new building‑integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) rooftop panels. The metal‑backed design offers weatherproofing, fire‑class A safety, and enhanced wind‑load performance, extending roof lifespan. With the certification in...
Worldwide Climate Momentum: EVs, Renewables, and Emission Cuts Accelerate
Good climate news (the past 3 weeks) 1 Global: EV sales show strong uptick everywhere 2 China: 32.5GW of solar, 11GW of wind added in January and February 3 India: National Climate Plan commits to 60% electricity from non-fossil fuel sources by...
Hydrogen Set to Be Broad Demand, Strong Growth Sector, Valterra Platinum Highlights
South Africa’s Valterra Platinum says platinum‑group metals are critical catalysts for the expanding hydrogen economy, which is seeing strong global growth despite short‑term challenges. The company highlighted the role of PGMs in fuel‑cell trucks, electrolyzers and green‑hydrogen projects, while noting...
Volvo, Daimler Truck and Toyota Unite on Fuel Cell Venture
Volvo Group, Daimler Truck and Toyota have signed a non‑binding memorandum of understanding to make Toyota an equal, third shareholder in cellcentric, the fuel‑cell joint venture owned by Volvo and Daimler. Toyota will contribute more than three decades of fuel‑cell...
VOC Port Authority Commence Generation of Carbon Credit From Renewable Energy
V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority has begun generating carbon credits from its renewable energy portfolio, registering five projects with a combined 12.4 MW capacity. The mix includes rooftop solar, ground‑mounted solar, and wind farms ranging from 400 kW to 6.3 MW. Over the next...
Transmission Superhighways Will Revolutionise Energy, but Distribution Network “Roads” Will Drive the Transition
Australia’s energy transition is being driven by massive transmission projects, but Ausgrid argues that existing distribution networks hold untapped value. By leveraging sub‑transmission assets in the Hunter‑Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone, 1 GW of renewable capacity is set for delivery by...
SwitchedOn Podcast: The Plug-In Solar Hack That’s Now Booming in Germany
Balcony solar plug‑in systems have exploded in Germany, now used by millions of households. The growth is driven by cheap panels, micro‑inverters, regulatory reforms allowing self‑installation, and high energy prices after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The market has shifted from...
Home Battery Rebate Numbers Surge Past 300,000 as Storage Shields Grid From Overseas Shocks
Australia’s federal "Cheaper Home Batteries" rebate has crossed the 300,000‑installation threshold, prompting a final push before a tiered discount structure takes effect on May 1. The new scheme will slash the 30% upfront rebate for batteries larger than 14 kWh, scaling down...
Peak Load Tipped to Double as Industries Flock to Australia’s World-First 100 Pct Renewables Grid
South Australia’s peak electricity demand is projected to more than double, rising from 3.3 GW today to over 6.5 GW within 15 years, as mining, steel, defence, AI and other industries flock to the state’s 100 percent net‑renewables grid. The region already generates...
LNG vs Pumped Hydro: Will NZ Choose to Import Risk or Build Cleaner Resilience?
New Zealand is weighing two contrasting projects to secure its electricity supply amid a global fuel shock. The fast‑track LNG import terminal in Taranaki would cost over NZ$1 billion (≈US$600 million) and deliver power at roughly US$120‑150 per megawatt‑hour, a price deemed uneconomic...
Solar Power Stays Cheap; Oil Prices Soar Dramatically
Solar energy hasnt had a price hike in 4.5 billion years. Meanwhile, oil has shot up over $100/barrel today and will likely set a new record high for a second time in 4 years above $150/barrel.
IEA Hosts IRENA DG to Discuss Global Energy Future
Pleasure to receive @IRENA Director General @flacamera at the @IEA HQ to discuss developments in the global energy sector & the longer-term prospects for different energy technologies I expressed my solidarity with IRENA staff in Abu Dhabi affected by the current...
ARENA Backs Victoria Electric Truck Charging Network
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) is committing up to AUD 25.3 million (approximately US$16.7 million) to NewVolt to build a shared fast‑charging network for electric trucks in Victoria. The first of three open‑access hubs will open in late 2026, with two more slated...
Vietnam LNG Project Pivots to Renewables Amid Price Surge
LNG DEMAND DESTRUCTION ALERT 🇻🇳🚨 A proposed Vietnam LNG power project is asking the government to switch to a renewables+battery plant, citing surging fuel prices linked to the Middle East conflict Vietnam was expected to be a high-growth LNG importer https://t.co/ac6gBNmCDr
China’s Electrification Shields It From Rising Oil Prices
China's electrification bet is paying off. Electricity now accounts for 30% of its energy consumption - around 50% higher than the US or Europe. With 1/3 of global renewable energy capacity already installed, China is structurally more insulated from rising oil...
Sunshine State Sets a New Renewables Record – Before the Sun Comes Up
Queensland set a new wind‑generation record on Monday, delivering 30.1 percent of state demand at 2:35 a.m. with a peak output of 1,704 megawatts. The achievement was driven by the partially commissioned MacIntyre wind farm and the newly operational Clarke Creek and Coopers Gap...
Robots Accelerate Solar Panel Installation, Boost Safety
#Robots Take Over Solar Panel Installation for Faster, Safer Deployment by @lukas_m_ziegler Robotics #ArtificialIntelligence #MI #ML #Tech #Innovation https://t.co/frX7ZyVon4
Coal and Gas Misreporting Demands Urgent Safeguard Reset
Industry pays while coal and gas “cook the books:” Modelling reveals urgent need for Safeguard reset #energysky -- via Renew Economy: https://t.co/RTGGCweptA https://t.co/i7sUJmUIt0
University of Buffalo Develops Recycled-Content Plastic Gauge
Researchers at the University at Buffalo have unveiled a rapid testing method that determines the recycled‑plastic percentage in polymer products. By integrating triboelectric, dielectric spectroscopy, capacitance analysis, and mid‑infrared spectroscopy, the approach captures subtle material differences. Machine‑learning algorithms interpret the...
Berkeley Lab Identifies Regulatory Hurdles Stalling Microgrids
Berkeley Lab releases series of reports on regulatory barriers affecting microgrids #energysky -- via pv magazine usa: https://t.co/lz32aZ43h9
England Mandates Solar Panels and Low‑carbon Heating for New Homes
Solar panels and low-carbon heating mandated for new homes in England #energysky -- via pv magazine global: https://t.co/q7tYHONtNF
Valuation of Solar Development Pipeline
Zenith Energy Ltd announced an independent re‑valuation of its Italian solar pipeline, now totaling 173.5 MWp and worth €54.7 million (≈$59 million), nearly double the €27.5 million valuation from December 2025. The company plans to divest 50 MWp—about 20 MWp operational and 30 MWp ready‑to‑build—for roughly €41 million...
Australia Urgently Needs Real-Time Power Availability Maps
Open the grid: Why Australia needs power availability maps now #energysky -- via Renew Economy: https://t.co/BpzfPP234H https://t.co/Zth59onNIo
Data Centre Boom Mirrors Historic Coal‑Gas Controversy
Why the “generational” data centre opportunity feels a lot like the coal and gas debates of old #energysky -- via Renew Economy: https://t.co/3oZXO6ZHpd https://t.co/kAUdjuVeQR
Never Mind the Fossil “Sideshow,” Renewables Have Won: Electrification Is the New Policy Battlefront
A coalition of energy and consumer‑advocacy groups is pressing the Australian government to accelerate electrification of transport, heating and industrial processes, leveraging the country's abundant renewable resources. They argue that shifting to electric technologies will improve energy security, lower costs...
SolaX Power Confirms System Safety Through Extreme Testing
SolaX Power validates system level safety through extreme testing #energysky -- via pv magazine global: https://t.co/OyqLyHpXC9
San Diego Church Cuts Costs with High‑performing Solar Array
Solar array outperforms and saves San Diego church thousands Solar Power World’s Projects of Impact #energysky -- via Solar Power World: https://t.co/udaya4ubVt
Transgrid Blames Floods, Inflation, Insolvency for Cost Surge
Floods, inflation, insolvency: Transgrid says blowout in transmission costs “entirely” out of its control #energysky -- via Renew Economy: https://t.co/vjrTf4AFRm https://t.co/dedbsiZ4T0
Three Pillars Proven Best for Low‑Emission Power Procurement
Paper led by @JEBistline and EPRI Regen model team confirms that the "Three Pillars" (incremental, deliverable, time matched clean supply) are the GOAT for minimizing emissions impacts of electricity procurement https://t.co/X2SDs7EKRM https://t.co/ElRpp9zS7n
Perch and Solstice Merge, Creating 3 GW Capacity
Perch Energy and Soltice merger scales to 3 GW amid global energy volatility #energysky -- via pv magazine usa: https://t.co/TUzqm6vhld
Grenergy Orders 2.6 GWh BYD Battery, Engie Launches 230 MWh Project
Chile: Grenergy places 2.6GWh BESS order with BYD, Engie energises 230MWh project #energysky -- via Energy Storage News: https://t.co/q0NRftjXJ2
Most Homes Already Ready for Full Electrification
Many homes already have the power to electrify, study finds #energysky -- via Canary Media: https://t.co/hxC3VuPtzy
Battery Imbalance Wastes 11% of Capacity
When battery imbalance turns 11% of capacity into stranded energy #energysky -- via pv magazine global: https://t.co/Gwbyq5PKYL
Whysol Secures Financing for 328 MW Agri‑PV and Storage
Italy’s Whysol bags financing for 328MW agriPV, energy storage portfolio #energysky -- via pv-tech: https://t.co/yfmMxdpHKP