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Amazon Adding Heavy-Duty EV Trucks From Einride as It Spreads Bets on Freight Decarbonization
NewsApr 21, 2026

Amazon Adding Heavy-Duty EV Trucks From Einride as It Spreads Bets on Freight Decarbonization

Amazon Relay is integrating 75 manually operated electric heavy‑duty trucks from Sweden’s Einride, expanding the retailer’s middle‑mile freight network. The trucks are expected to travel up to three million electric miles each year, powered by zero‑tailpipe emissions and managed with...

By CNBC – Media
CleanMax to Supply RE Power to Shell From Upcoming 30 MW Hybrid Projects
NewsApr 21, 2026

CleanMax to Supply RE Power to Shell From Upcoming 30 MW Hybrid Projects

CleanMax Enviro Energy will supply renewable electricity to Shell’s LNG terminal in Gujarat and its technology centre in Karnataka through two new hybrid projects totaling 30 MW. The Gujarat plant will generate 16.83 MW (6.93 MW solar, 9.90 MW wind) under a group‑captive model,...

By The Hindu BusinessLine – Companies
Caelux-Solx Relationship Starts Mass-Production of Perovskite-Silicon Solar Panels in US
NewsApr 21, 2026

Caelux-Solx Relationship Starts Mass-Production of Perovskite-Silicon Solar Panels in US

Solx, a new solar panel assembler in Puerto Rico, has inked a five‑year, 3 GW deal with California perovskite specialist Caelux to mass‑produce hybrid Aurora modules that combine perovskite‑coated glass with Suniva silicon cells. The tandem design delivers an estimated 28%...

By Solar Power World
Newhouse Building Replacement / Miller Hull Partnership
NewsApr 21, 2026

Newhouse Building Replacement / Miller Hull Partnership

The Miller Hull Partnership is delivering the Newhouse Building Replacement, a 59,000 ft², LEED‑Platinum civic office slated for 2025 on Washington’s Capitol Campus. The project replaces a 1934 temporary structure with a mass‑timber, all‑electric building that incorporates a 90 kW photovoltaic array and a...

By ArchDaily
Bugs in Hot Springs Could Clean up Industry…
NewsApr 21, 2026

Bugs in Hot Springs Could Clean up Industry…

Researchers at the University of Manchester have identified microbes from terrestrial hot springs that can survive the extreme heat, high CO₂ levels, and chemically harsh environments typical of heavy industry. These extremophiles not only capture CO₂ but also transform it...

By Energy Live News
How the Aviation Industry Is Turning Captured Carbon and Sunshine Into Jet Fuel
BlogApr 21, 2026

How the Aviation Industry Is Turning Captured Carbon and Sunshine Into Jet Fuel

The aviation sector, responsible for about 4 % of global emissions, is turning to sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to meet rising demand while cutting its carbon footprint. SAF is produced via Fischer‑Tropsch synthesis, merging captured CO₂ with hydrogen, but the process...

By Geeky Gadgets
Mega US Wind Project SunZia Wind Begins Operations: Pattern Energy Starts Commissioning of 3.5 GW Wind Farm in New Mexico
NewsApr 21, 2026

Mega US Wind Project SunZia Wind Begins Operations: Pattern Energy Starts Commissioning of 3.5 GW Wind Farm in New Mexico

Pattern Energy has begun feeding electricity from its SunZia wind farm into the grid, marking the first phase of commissioning a 3.5 GW on‑shore project in New Mexico. The development comprises 915 turbines and a 550‑mile high‑voltage direct current transmission corridor...

By Renewable Energy Industry
Sudden Data Center Load Losses Prompt NERC Alert, Recommendations
NewsApr 21, 2026

Sudden Data Center Load Losses Prompt NERC Alert, Recommendations

The North American Electric Reliability Corp. (NERC) is set to issue a Level 3 essential‑actions alert on May 4, targeting large computational loads such as AI data centers and crypto mining facilities. The alert follows a series of unexpected load‑loss events since...

By Utility Dive (Industry Dive)
China Deploys Floating and Mountain Solar to Save Farmland
SocialApr 21, 2026

China Deploys Floating and Mountain Solar to Save Farmland

China Builds Solar Farms on Water and Mountains, Preserving Land for Agriculture by @MarchUnofficial #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy https://t.co/kGopgtj4qa

By Ron van Loon
Exclusive: Data Centers Are Now More Controversial Than Wind Farms
BlogApr 21, 2026

Exclusive: Data Centers Are Now More Controversial Than Wind Farms

Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have damaged critical energy assets, from Iran’s Bushehr nuclear plant to Abu Dhabi’s Al Taweelah aluminum smelter, which faces a year‑long shutdown after missile strikes. Meanwhile, emerging renewable projects signal a shift, with Brazil finalizing...

By Heatmap
LATAM Cargo Teams up with Quick Cargo Service on SAF
NewsApr 21, 2026

LATAM Cargo Teams up with Quick Cargo Service on SAF

LATAM Cargo has partnered with freight forwarder Quick Cargo Service to deploy Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) on its Frankfurt‑São Paulo cargo flights during the 2025‑26 winter season. The agreement calls for 24,000 litres of SAF, delivering an estimated 55.8 metric tons of CO₂e...

By Air Cargo News
Bangladesh Opens Public Land to Utility-Scale Solar Under PPP Model
NewsApr 21, 2026

Bangladesh Opens Public Land to Utility-Scale Solar Under PPP Model

Bangladesh has rolled out a public‑private partnership framework that lets private developers build utility‑scale solar projects on unused public land, with the Bangladesh Power Development Board acting as the contracting authority. The policy, issued by the Power Division, aims to...

By pv magazine
The US Has a Chance to Rival China in Rush for Longer-Lasting Batteries
NewsApr 21, 2026

The US Has a Chance to Rival China in Rush for Longer-Lasting Batteries

Accelerating demand for long‑duration energy storage is opening a competitive window for U.S. and European clean‑tech firms against China’s dominant battery industry. BloombergNEF projects installations of long‑duration systems to nearly quadruple this year after a record 2025, with the United...

By Financial Post — Deals
BloombergNEF Announces 12 Winners of 2026 Pioneers Awards for Climate Innovation
NewsApr 21, 2026

BloombergNEF Announces 12 Winners of 2026 Pioneers Awards for Climate Innovation

BloombergNEF unveiled the 12 startups that won its 2026 Pioneers award, a benchmark that spotlights technologies poised to cut emissions in data centers, flatten the duck curve, and decarbonize shipping. The competition drew more than 600 applications from 66 markets,...

By Pulse
California Hotels Lead Green Charge with LEED Certification and Solar Power
NewsApr 21, 2026

California Hotels Lead Green Charge with LEED Certification and Solar Power

Upscale hotels across California are rolling out deeper sustainability measures, from LEED‑certified design to large‑scale solar panels and comprehensive recycling. The push, highlighted by Observer, signals a shift from token green‑washing to substantive environmental stewardship.

By Pulse
ESG Beyond Compliance: How Sunwoda’s Long-Termism Is Reshaping the Battery Industry
NewsApr 21, 2026

ESG Beyond Compliance: How Sunwoda’s Long-Termism Is Reshaping the Battery Industry

Sunwoda, the world’s leading smartphone battery pack shipper, is expanding into power batteries, storage, recycling and energy services while embedding ESG into every business layer. The company launched a Battery Passport platform in 2025, earning two spots in the Global...

By edie
Government Promises to 'Break the Link' Between Gas and Power Prices
NewsApr 21, 2026

Government Promises to 'Break the Link' Between Gas and Power Prices

The government announced a plan to break the link between gas and electricity prices, aiming to shield power tariffs from volatile gas markets. The initiative is part of a broader clean‑energy package that includes reforms to the renewables subsidy regime....

By BusinessGreen
Sri Lanka’s 1,000‑Acre Solar Park Sparks Elephant Habitat Clash
NewsApr 21, 2026

Sri Lanka’s 1,000‑Acre Solar Park Sparks Elephant Habitat Clash

The Sri Lankan government approved a 405‑hectare (1,000‑acre) solar park on the edge of the Managed Elephant Range in Hambantota, prompting farmers and conservationists to protest the clearance of critical elephant habitat. Activists warn the project will intensify an already...

By Pulse
TNC Eyes First US AP1000 Build in 10+ Years, Targeting 6‑GW Fleet
NewsApr 21, 2026

TNC Eyes First US AP1000 Build in 10+ Years, Targeting 6‑GW Fleet

The Nuclear Co. (TNC) is set to submit a proposal this week for an AP1000 conventional reactor at one of three South Carolina sites, marking the first large‑scale U.S. nuclear build in over a decade. Backed by fresh Series A...

By Pulse
Long‑duration Storage Key to Beat China's Clean‑tech Dominance
SocialApr 21, 2026

Long‑duration Storage Key to Beat China's Clean‑tech Dominance

Energy storage that lasts for hours, or even days, is crucial to provide round-the-clock renewable power. It's also an opportunity for rivals to challenge China's grip on clean technology https://t.co/6Uoif0edMi

By Vox – Climate
South Africa’s Pipeline of Advanced Wind Projects Stands at 17 GW – GWEC
NewsApr 21, 2026

South Africa’s Pipeline of Advanced Wind Projects Stands at 17 GW – GWEC

The Global Wind Energy Council’s 2026 report shows South Africa’s advanced wind pipeline at roughly 17 GW, enough to start construction within five years. The country already operates over 4 GW of wind capacity, has 2.8 GW under construction, and a total pipeline...

By Engineering News
European Electricity Prices Increase Despite Falling Gas Prices
NewsApr 21, 2026

European Electricity Prices Increase Despite Falling Gas Prices

AleaSoft Energy Forecasting reported that the weekly average electricity price topped €95 ($112)/MWh in most major European markets last week, except France, Portugal and Spain where prices hovered around €50‑€71 ($59‑$84)/MWh. Italy recorded the highest average at €123.19/MWh ($145), while...

By pv magazine
Exergy3 Raises £10m to Shake up the Clean Heat Market
NewsApr 21, 2026

Exergy3 Raises £10m to Shake up the Clean Heat Market

Exergy3, a University of Edinburgh spin‑out, has closed a £10 million (≈$12.7 million) seed round to commercialise its ultra‑high‑temperature thermal‑energy storage platform. The technology converts surplus renewable electricity, such as curtailed wind power, into high‑temperature heat for industrial processes that are hard...

By UKTN (UK Tech News)
UK’s Biggest Offshore Wind Blades Installed at East Anglia THREE
NewsApr 21, 2026

UK’s Biggest Offshore Wind Blades Installed at East Anglia THREE

ScottishPower, part of Iberdrola, and Masdar installed the first turbine at the $5.4 billion East Anglia THREE offshore wind farm off Suffolk. The turbine carries 115‑metre blades, the largest ever installed in UK waters, overtaking the previous 108‑metre record. The project will...

By Offshore Engineer (OE Digital)
‘Getting Off the Fossil Fuel Rollercoaster’: UK Sets Out Long-Awaited Measures to Decouple Gas and Electricity Prices
NewsApr 21, 2026

‘Getting Off the Fossil Fuel Rollercoaster’: UK Sets Out Long-Awaited Measures to Decouple Gas and Electricity Prices

The UK government announced new measures aimed at weakening the link between gas and electricity prices, a relationship that currently drives electricity costs about 60% of the time through marginal pricing. The plan introduces voluntary long‑term fixed‑price contracts for low‑carbon...

By edie
RWE And EMR Transform Fire-Damaged Components Of Scroby Sands Turbine
BlogApr 21, 2026

RWE And EMR Transform Fire-Damaged Components Of Scroby Sands Turbine

RWE has partnered with UK recycler EMR to deconstruct and recycle fire‑damaged components from its Scroby Sands offshore wind turbine. Over 140 tonnes of steel, aluminium, copper and composite materials were recovered, achieving a 99% recycling rate and avoiding more than...

By Family Business United
How to Operate PV-Driven Residential Heat Pumps Under Time-Varying Tariffs
NewsApr 21, 2026

How to Operate PV-Driven Residential Heat Pumps Under Time-Varying Tariffs

Researchers at Cranfield University in the UK have created a day‑ahead scheduling model for residential heat pumps that leverages rooftop PV output and time‑varying electricity tariffs. The framework combines distributionally robust chance‑constrained programming with DOE‑ANOVA analysis to handle PV forecast...

By pv magazine
Bristow, Electra, Avinor, Norwegian CAA to Trial Regional Electric-Aircraft Services
NewsApr 21, 2026

Bristow, Electra, Avinor, Norwegian CAA to Trial Regional Electric-Aircraft Services

Bristow Group, Electra, Avinor and the Norwegian Civil Aviation Authority have signed a contract for a second international test of zero‑ and low‑emission aircraft. The partnership will showcase Electra’s hybrid‑electric Ultra Short nine‑passenger plane, targeting routes of 80‑800 km and...

By Urban Air Mobility News
How Deep-Red Utah Helped Launch a Portable Plug-In Solar Movement
NewsApr 21, 2026

How Deep-Red Utah Helped Launch a Portable Plug-In Solar Movement

Utah enacted HB 340, the first U.S. law permitting residents to plug solar panels directly into standard outlets, creating a portable “balcony solar” market. Inspired by Germany’s balcony‑solar surge, the bill caps output at 1,200 watts and requires Underwriters Laboratories (UL)...

By Grist
Wind Energy Growth in Germany Rises by Nearly 50 Percent in the First Quarter of 2026 - Wind Power Generation...
NewsApr 21, 2026

Wind Energy Growth in Germany Rises by Nearly 50 Percent in the First Quarter of 2026 - Wind Power Generation...

Germany’s wind sector added 228 turbines and 1,533 MW of capacity in Q1 2026, a 49% year‑on‑year increase. Onshore growth was modest, with 192 turbines delivering 1,065 MW, while offshore installations surged with 36 turbines adding 468 MW. Net capacity rose by 1,295 MW after...

By Renewable Energy Industry
Rongke Power Debuts 2 MW/8 MWh Vanadium Flow Battery Storage System
NewsApr 21, 2026

Rongke Power Debuts 2 MW/8 MWh Vanadium Flow Battery Storage System

Chinese energy storage firm Rongke Power unveiled the TPower2000, a 2 MW/8 MWh vanadium‑flow battery touted as the world’s highest‑power single‑unit system. The modular design can expand beyond 10 MW and occupies roughly 35 m² per MWh, about 28% less space than typical solutions....

By pv magazine
Europe Misreads Energy Future: Overhype Hydrogen, Underuse Electrification
SocialApr 21, 2026

Europe Misreads Energy Future: Overhype Hydrogen, Underuse Electrification

Energy disinformation is the new climate denial. New interview with @wblau of @BrunswickGroup on why Europe is underestimating electrification, overestimating hydrogen & arguing about scarcity when alternatives are abundant. https://t.co/o5P7pucVAl https://t.co/t5QJGQLG5S

By Jan Rosenow
WindEurope 2026: Urge for EU Electrification Push
NewsApr 21, 2026

WindEurope 2026: Urge for EU Electrification Push

WindEurope’s 2026 Madrid event urged EU leaders to make electrification a top priority, presenting a ten‑point “Madrid Call to Action” aimed at strengthening energy security. The group highlighted that the war in Iran has amplified the need for home‑grown power,...

By reNEWS
Volvo Trucks Drives Electrification Forward: New Electric Trucks with up to 700 Km Range Set a Technology Benchmark
NewsApr 21, 2026

Volvo Trucks Drives Electrification Forward: New Electric Trucks with up to 700 Km Range Set a Technology Benchmark

Volvo Trucks unveiled the FH Aero Electric, a battery‑electric long‑haul truck capable of up to 700 kilometers on a single charge. The model uses a new e‑axle that integrates dual motors and a transmission, freeing space for a larger battery and...

By Renewable Energy Industry
Kolhapur Industrialists Threaten Protest Against Grid Support Charges Imposed on Solar Power Installations
NewsApr 21, 2026

Kolhapur Industrialists Threaten Protest Against Grid Support Charges Imposed on Solar Power Installations

Kolhapur’s commerce and industrial groups are threatening street protests and a possible relocation of solar projects to Karnataka unless the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) withdraws its new grid‑support charges on rooftop solar systems above 10 kW. MERC has fixed the...

By ET EnergyWorld (The Economic Times)
Fabricating Perovskite Solar Cells with Robotic Boxes
NewsApr 21, 2026

Fabricating Perovskite Solar Cells with Robotic Boxes

An international team unveiled an AI‑driven robotic platform that autonomously designs, fabricates, and optimizes perovskite solar cells. The closed‑loop system produced and tested 50,764 devices, achieving a peak power conversion efficiency of 27% (certified 26.5%). The workflow combines a recipe...

By pv magazine
The World Is Embracing Offshore Wind — Even as the US Retreats
NewsApr 21, 2026

The World Is Embracing Offshore Wind — Even as the US Retreats

Global offshore wind capacity grew 16% in 2025, adding over 9 GW to bring the total to about 92 GW worldwide, while the United States has stalled under the Trump administration’s leasing freeze. Europe and Asia are accelerating projects, with the United...

By Canary Media – Buildings
China's CO2 Emissions Flat, Coal Power Declines.
SocialApr 21, 2026

China's CO2 Emissions Flat, Coal Power Declines.

Hi Harriet, you might have missed it but China's CO2 has been flat or falling for nearly two years https://t.co/xqAnUNQOdR The "rising coal" in your link is coal power capacity, not actual coal demand https://t.co/5xxRPefgvj Coal power fell last year https://t.co/lZal4xcGlg

By Simon Evans
VICEM Targets AI-Led Safety and Emissions Reduction in Cement Operations
NewsApr 21, 2026

VICEM Targets AI-Led Safety and Emissions Reduction in Cement Operations

Vietnam Cement Corporation (VICEM) is rolling out artificial‑intelligence‑driven safety systems across its plants to monitor equipment, environment and worker behavior in real time. The AI platform will flag anomalies such as excessive vibration, temperature spikes or unsafe actions, allowing preventive...

By International Cement Review
UK to Curb Gas Power with Fixed-Price CfDs
SocialApr 21, 2026

UK to Curb Gas Power with Fixed-Price CfDs

NEW: Details of UK govt plans to "break influence of gas on electricity prices" Carrot: Offer fixed-price "wholesale CfDs" to old renewables, replacing wholesale ££ but not RO top-up Stick: Higher windfall tax of 45–>55% on 1 July for old renewables/nuclear 1/3 https://t.co/zMNwT7DWGm

By Simon Evans
Whose Water Is AI Drinking in India?
NewsApr 21, 2026

Whose Water Is AI Drinking in India?

Tech giants and Indian conglomerates have pledged $167.5 bn to build AI data centres across India. These facilities, concentrated in Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad and Delhi‑NCR, consume massive water volumes—about 150 bn litres in 2025 and projected to exceed 350 bn litres by...

By Eco-Business
Building for Demand: Power and Adaptability in Data Centres
NewsApr 21, 2026

Building for Demand: Power and Adaptability in Data Centres

Europe’s data‑centre market is scaling rapidly, with campuses routinely exceeding 150 MW as AI‑driven workloads demand higher power density. Medium‑voltage (MV) cables, once treated as commodity components, now face pressure to perform across diverse climates, moisture levels and flood‑risk sites. Early...

By New Civil Engineer – Technology (UK)
WindEurope's 10-Point Plan to Boost Wind Power in Face of Iran Energy Crisis
NewsApr 21, 2026

WindEurope's 10-Point Plan to Boost Wind Power in Face of Iran Energy Crisis

WindEurope unveiled a 10‑point plan aimed at accelerating wind‑power deployment across Europe. The roadmap targets faster permitting, grid reinforcement, and new financing tools to help the continent reduce its dependence on oil and gas. It comes as the ongoing conflict...

By Recharge
Cellcentric Launches 375 kW Truck Fuel Cell System
NewsApr 21, 2026

Cellcentric Launches 375 kW Truck Fuel Cell System

cellcentric introduced the BZA375, a 375 kW heavy‑duty fuel‑cell system weighing under 500 kg, at Hannover Messe 2026. The single‑module design replaces the twin‑stack BZA150, delivering 20% lower hydrogen consumption and 40% higher power density. It fits 13‑litre diesel engine bays, targets...

By Automotive World – Autonomous Driving
Enercon Profitable Again but CEO Rules Out Discounts Amid Falling Onshore Tender Prices
NewsApr 21, 2026

Enercon Profitable Again but CEO Rules Out Discounts Amid Falling Onshore Tender Prices

German wind turbine manufacturer Enercon reported an operational profit for 2025, marking a turnaround after years of losses. Despite the rebound, CEO Udo Bauer said the company will not offer temporary discounts to developers, even as onshore wind tender prices...

By Recharge
Labour’s Great Green Energy Plan Could Be a Legacy as Vital as the NHS | Polly Toynbee
NewsApr 21, 2026

Labour’s Great Green Energy Plan Could Be a Legacy as Vital as the NHS | Polly Toynbee

Labour is positioning its green energy programme, led by Ed Miliband, as a transformative legacy comparable to the NHS. The plan promises to boost domestic renewable generation to 95 % of electricity by 2030, backed by new offshore wind, the largest‑ever...

By The Guardian » Business
Sadhbh O'Neill: The Simple Text Message that Helped France Reduce Its Electricity Usage by 10%
NewsApr 21, 2026

Sadhbh O'Neill: The Simple Text Message that Helped France Reduce Its Electricity Usage by 10%

France’s grid operator launched the Ecowatt app, sending colour‑coded text alerts that prompted households to shift usage away from peak periods. The campaign, part of a 15‑point “energy sobriety” plan, trimmed electricity consumption by 10% in December 2022. Across the EU,...

By The Irish Times – Business
Dominican Republic Launches 600 MW Renewable Energy Tender
SocialApr 21, 2026

Dominican Republic Launches 600 MW Renewable Energy Tender

Dominican Republic opens bids for 600 MW renewables tender #energysky -- via pv magazine global: https://t.co/ai0coBXS9J

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
Switching to Heat Pump Water Heaters Could Save $8 Billion Annually in Health Care Costs
NewsApr 21, 2026

Switching to Heat Pump Water Heaters Could Save $8 Billion Annually in Health Care Costs

Heat‑pump water heaters (HPWHs) dramatically reduce indoor‑combustion pollutants compared with gas, propane, or oil units, cutting NOₓ, SO₂, PM₂.5 and CO₂ emissions. A Rewiring America analysis shows that nationwide adoption would eliminate about 700 premature deaths each year and slash...

By CleanTechnica