Mortenson Acquires Nor‑Cal Controls to Bolster Renewable Energy Capabilities
Construction giant Mortenson announced Thursday that it has acquired California‑based energy‑management firm Nor‑Cal Controls. The deal, whose financial terms were not disclosed, adds control‑system engineering talent to Mortenson’s growing renewable‑energy portfolio and positions the builder to capture rising demand for solar, battery storage and microgrid projects across the United States.
US Solar Module Prices Under Upward Pressure
US solar module prices face upward pressure #energysky -- via pv magazine global: https://t.co/hQnlUC5cFa https://t.co/bVLXutrRD4
Invest in Renewables to Permanently Curb Fossil Dependence
Two fun facts When we invest heavily and consistently in electrification and renewables, successes like the solar rebate and the battery program permanently bend the curve away from fossil dependence Sadly, right now, we're instead defending and subsidising fossil use @simonahac
NSW Planners Approve Foresight’s 150MWh BESS; Banpu Submits 1GWh Development to Australia’s EPBC Act
The NSW Independent Planning Commission approved Foresight Group Australia's 75 MW/150 MWh Hume North battery near Albury, a AU$120 million (≈US$84 million) project slated to start construction in early 2026. The facility will connect to the Transgrid 132 kV line and create up to 50...
Govt Backs Approvals Process for WA Green Ammonia Project
The Australian Treasury has added the Murchison Green Hydrogen project in Western Australia to its Front Door program, a fast‑track initiative that streamlines regulatory approvals and links developers to financing. The project, backed by Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, will combine 1,200 MW...
The Floating Offshore Wind Catastrophe
The California Coastal Commission released a report titled “Statewide Strategy for the Coexistence of California Fishing Communities and Offshore Wind Energy.” The document provides a guiding framework to align proposed floating offshore wind projects with Coastal Act policies while protecting...
Could EVs Hit 50% in Europe?
A draft EU regulation requiring large companies to electrify their vehicle fleets could generate about 2 million additional electric‑vehicle registrations by 2030, covering 57% of the sales volume automakers need to meet EU CO₂ targets. If the Commission leaves the proposal...
Electrification Alone Won’t Protect Firms From Gas Price Spikes
Electrification alone may not shield firms from gas-linked prices #energysky -- via pv magazine global: https://t.co/vI8TD34kUI
A Very Similar Spike in Frequency (Outside the NOFB) on Saturday 11th April 2026
On April 10 and 11 2026 the Australian NEM experienced two near‑identical frequency spikes, each rising linearly within a dispatch interval and peaking just outside the Normal Operating Frequency Band (50.174 Hz and 50.176 Hz respectively). High‑resolution 0.1‑second data from a Brisbane device captured...
“Not Economically Viable:” Global Funds Giant Drops Plans for Solar Farm, to Build Bigger Battery Instead
Revera Energy, a Carlyle‑controlled offshoot, has scrapped its planned 500 MW solar farm near Robertstown, South Australia, and will instead focus on a 500 MW, 2,000 MWh battery at the same site. The company cites the current lack of economic viability for new...
New Zealand Grid Faces Capacity Crunch as Renewable Mix Shifts and Demand Soars
A Newswire.co.nz analysis warns that New Zealand's power system could hit its limits as demand from electric vehicles, heat pumps and data centres climbs while hydro output falls. The report calls for swift new generation, storage and transmission investment to...
EcoPro Lands CAD 6 Million From Canada to Boost Solid‑state Lithium‑metal Anodes
EcoPro Innovation, a subsidiary of EcoPro, has secured a CAD 6 million (≈$4.5 million) grant from the Canadian federal government to accelerate development of lithium‑metal anodes for solid‑state batteries. The funding is part of Canada’s Energy Innovation Program and targets a full‑scale pilot...
Soaring Renewable Transmission Costs to Pressure Power Bills
Australian renewable transmission cost estimates have exploded. AEMO’s 2020 projection of $8.5 billion (≈$5.6 billion USD) for new lines in NSW and Victoria is now seen as $120 billion (≈$79 billion USD) and could exceed $200 billion (≈$132 billion USD). Adding wind and solar generation adds...
Taiwan to Deploy Zero-Emissions Vessel to Palau in Climate Diplomacy Push
Taiwan will deploy the zero‑emissions vessel Porrima to Palau, showcasing a domestically built platform that blends solar panels, hydrogen‑from‑seawater generation, high‑altitude wind turbines and AI to power low‑carbon tourism. The ship is a flagship of Taipei’s “Prosperity Diplomacy” program, which...
India’s Solar Capacity Hits 150 GW, Installations Surge 87%
India has now passed 150GWs of solar, with annual installations increasing a whopping 87% this year.
Powering Australia’s Next Phase of Decarbonisation: Why Long-Duration Storage Must Lead
Western Australia has launched an expression of interest for a 500 MWh vanadium redox flow battery (VRFB) project, positioning long‑duration storage at the heart of its decarbonisation agenda. CEO James Costello of EORA Energy argues that VRFBs, with discharge times exceeding...
Power, Permits, Scale: Only Utah and Alberta Qualify
I’ve looked at over 20 potential sites for large-scale data centers and only two actually work. It all comes down to power, permits, and scale. That’s why we’re building in Utah and Alberta, where the infrastructure can support what the future demands. This...
Long‑duration Storage Key to Australia’s Decarbonisation
Powering Australia’s next phase of decarbonisation: Why long-duration storage must lead #energysky -- via Energy Storage News: https://t.co/iarNa9N4IO
Your Say: Week Beginning April 13
A reader points out that Australia’s 15.7 million passenger‑vehicle fleet dwarfs the modest goal of 120,000 new electric‑vehicle (EV) sales per year over the next six years. Even a rapid uptake would barely dent the overall fleet, prompting a call for...
Power Grid, Not Algorithms, Becomes AI Bottleneck
Hyperscalers will spend $700 BILLION on data centers in 2026 alone. Amazon: $200B. Google: $185B. Meta: $135B. AI data centers now represent 70%+ of all new grid interconnection requests in the US. The bottleneck isn't the algorithm anymore. It's the power line.
Annealing Boosts Efficiency of Copper-Plated Heterojunction Cells
The impact of annealing on copper-plated heterojunction solar cells #energysky -- via pv magazine global: https://t.co/DM37J5KaRF https://t.co/POFNPoUMby
Boreal Orders 20 Electric Hydrofoil Ferries to Transform Norway’s Fjord Travel
Norwegian transport operator Boreal has placed an order for 20 Candela P‑12 electric hydrofoil ferries, aiming to replace diesel vessels on fjord routes. The fast‑charging, 25‑knot craft promise 40‑nautical‑mile range and up to 80% lower energy use, marking a major...
China's Quiet Push Toward Energy Independence Accelerates
China is the most at risk and oddly silent during all of this chaos 🤔 Solar, nuclear and EV investments are obviously paying off for them. Expect them to redouble their already staggering efforts to be energy independent https://t.co/d92Cg4sy4B
India Unveils Incentive Plan to Process Lithium and Nickel Domestically
India's mining secretary Piyush Goyal said the government is finalising an incentive scheme to encourage domestic lithium and nickel processing. The move targets import dependence for electric‑vehicle batteries and seeks to build local refining capacity, a policy first reported by...
Industrial Fasteners Market to Reach $115.7B by 2032, Driven by New Energy Demand
The industrial fasteners market is projected to expand from $91.04 billion in 2025 to $115.67 billion by 2032, a compound annual growth rate of 3.48%. Growth is anchored by rising demand in automotive, aerospace, construction and especially new‑energy infrastructure such as wind...
Portugal's Real Estate Shifts Focus From Buildings to Digital Infrastructure
A Portugal News analysis by Paulo Lopes argues the country's real‑estate sector is pivoting from conventional building assets to a broader infrastructure model that blends digital, energy and sustainability. The piece highlights demographic pressure, climate mandates and AI‑driven data‑centre growth...
Black Hills Energy to Power Meta’s Wyoming Data Center with Renewable Electricity
Black Hills Energy announced a partnership with Meta to provide renewable electricity for the tech giant's new data center in Cheyenne, Wyoming. The utility will use its Large Power Contract Service tariff to deliver customized, low‑carbon power, while its data‑center...
Seven Nations Generate Over 99.7% Power From Renewables
Albania, Bhutan, Nepal, Paraguay, Iceland, Ethiopia and the Democratic Republic of Congo produced more than 99.7 per cent of the electricity they consumed using geothermal, hydro, solar or wind power. https://t.co/vEn1zZFxEb
Net Zero by 2050? This Decade's Fuel Choices Will Decide
Green‑hydrogen based synthetic fuels face a coordination deadlock that threatens the shipping sector’s net‑zero pathway. Shipping alone would need 100‑150 million tons of green hydrogen each year, requiring $2‑3 trillion in upfront capital, while hard‑to‑abate industries collectively demand 500‑600 million tons and $9 trillion...
Ola Electric’s Stock Jumps Over 90% on Cheaper Model and Battery Push
Ola Electric’s shares surged from ₹21.21 to ₹40.88 after the company announced a 30% price cut on a flagship scooter and a renewed focus on battery production. The rally lifts the firm’s market value to roughly $1.9 billion, but analysts warn...
The Perfect Storm in Energy Infrastructure: High-Density Hydro, Cost Deflation, and Geopolitical Security
The energy transition is now driven by security concerns as grids strain under intermittent renewables, making long‑duration energy storage (LDES) the prime source of infrastructure alpha. High‑Density Hydro, pioneered by UK‑based RheEnergise, uses a 2.5‑times denser R‑19 fluid to slash...
Modular Data Center Market Projected to Reach $79.5 B by 2030, Driven by 17.7% CAGR
A new market study forecasts the global modular data‑center sector to climb from $29.93 billion in 2024 to $79.49 billion by 2030, a compound annual growth rate of 17.7%. The surge is powered by demand for fast‑to‑deploy, scalable IT infrastructure across manufacturing,...
Midea Launches $1.4 B Liquid‑cooling Hub to Power AI Data Centers
Midea Building Technology, a subsidiary of Midea Group, announced the start of a liquid‑cooling manufacturing hub with total investment exceeding 10 billion yuan (about $1.4 billion). The facility aims to supply end‑to‑end cooling solutions for high‑density AI compute centers, traditional data centers...
UAE Ministry of Energy Rolls Out First Nationwide Microgrid Project for Federal Buildings
The UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure has launched a strategic microgrid programme for federal government buildings, promising a 362,000 kWh drop in electricity use, roughly AED 110,000 ($30,000) in yearly savings and a 76‑ton cut in carbon emissions. The initiative expands...
An Iran War Winner: China’s Green Industrial Complex
China's renewable energy exporters are seeing a surge in demand as the Iran war disrupts Middle East oil and gas supplies. Nations across the region are turning to Chinese-made solar panels and wind turbines to secure power stability. The conflict...
From Mountains to Cities, More Pinoys Shift to Solar
Filipino families are increasingly turning to solar power to curb soaring electricity bills and mitigate frequent blackouts caused by severe weather. In the remote barangay of Laiban, Rizal, the elementary school now runs entirely on solar, enabling uninterrupted classes and...
BWH Hotels’ Bold Green Key Certification Goal
BWH Hotels, which operates roughly 4,000 properties in over 100 countries, has mandated Green Key certification for every hotel by the end of 2026. Today the chain counts 578 North American and 915 international properties already certified, with 18% of...
China’s EVE Energy Announces Massive 110 GWh Battery Capacity
A must-follow: @RonStoop1 His Latest Global Cleantech Tracker is staggering: "🔋 The volumes baffle the mind: China goes big with no less than 110 GWh of manufacturing capacity announced by a single company, EVE Energy (!)" #alwaysbecharging #battchat https://t.co/qV7HTBLBgt https://t.co/ZTcDaogWqs
Buildout Continues of Emerging Category of CO2 Carriers for CCS
A new class of purpose‑built CO₂ carrier ships is scaling to meet the logistics demand of carbon capture and storage (CCS). Northern Lights, a partnership of Equinor, Shell and TotalEnergies, launched its first commercial vessel in 2025 and plans to...
24 New EV Chargers Installed In Texas & Maine
Love’s Travel Stops announced the launch of three EV charging stations in Texas—Natalia, Encinal and Three Rivers—each equipped with four NACS and CCS chargers, and added eight Tesla Superchargers at Three Rivers. The company also opened four fast chargers near...
Sungrow Storage Set to Surpass Inverters by 2025
Chinese PV Industry Brief: Sungrow storage overtakes inverters in 2025 #energysky -- via pv magazine global: https://t.co/rqkMb18oPl
T1 Energy: Solar, AI, And Load Growth
T1 Energy’s shares have slumped more than 50% from their 52‑week peak even as the company posted record‑high fourth‑quarter revenue. The Dallas‑based G1_Dallas plant cranked out 1.13 GW of solar modules in Q4, a 64% sequential jump, with outbound shipments reaching...
Data Centers Threaten State Renewable Goals, Raising Power and Water Concerns
NV Energy says new data centers will require three times the electricity needed for Las Vegas, endangering Nevada's 50% renewable target by 2030. Texas regulators are demanding real water‑use data as hyperscale facilities consume millions of gallons daily, while Alberta...
NiSource Taps Data‑center Demand and Clean‑energy Plan to Lift Margins
NiSource announced a $28 bn capital program through 2030 that includes a $7 bn data‑center infrastructure spend, 3 GW of signed data‑center contracts and a $40‑60 m annual cost‑saving initiative. The moves are expected to improve margins while limiting customer bill increases to below...
TCL Zhonghuan Takes Control of DAS Solar
TCL Zhonghuan to acquire control of DAS Solar in consolidation move #energysky -- via pv magazine global: https://t.co/6KgNzdUutV
Globe Spotlights AI-Powered Energy Efficiency at MWC 2026
Globe highlighted AI‑driven energy efficiency at Mobile World Congress 2026, showing how machine‑learning algorithms trim power at cell sites and optimize cooling systems. The telecom operator reported 20‑30% annual energy savings, a 15% drop in Scope 1‑2 emissions and a 9%...
MCG Partners for 25 Battery Swapping Stations to Boost EV Adoption and Reduce Air Pollution
Madhya Pradesh Capital Region (MCG) has signed an MoU with a private agency to build 25 battery‑swapping stations across the city, covering sectors, markets and community hubs. The stations will support two‑wheelers, auto‑rickshaws, cars and heavy vehicles, while MCG supplies...
When Data Centers Bring Their Own Power Supply
Global data‑center electricity consumption is projected to double to about 945 TWh within four years, driving an estimated $7 trillion in new infrastructure spending. To meet rapid demand, hyperscalers such as Meta, Google, and Microsoft are bypassing overloaded grids, building private power...
American Airlines, Google Reduce Contrails By 62%
American Airlines integrated Google’s AI‑driven contrail‑avoidance forecasts into its flight‑planning system for 2,400 transatlantic flights, achieving a 62% reduction in persistent contrail formation versus a control group. The tool combines satellite imagery, weather models and flight data to map atmospheric...
Kia Unveils $3.7 B Growth Plan and EV2 Campaign to Accelerate Electrified Brand Push
Kia announced a KRW 49 trillion ($3.7 billion) five‑year investment and a 4.13 million‑unit global sales goal for 2030 at its 2026 Investor Day, while simultaneously launching the “Power of Firsts” EV2 marketing campaign across Europe. The moves signal a coordinated push to expand...