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Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Clean energy generation exceeded rise in global electricity demand in 2025

Global electricity demand growth in 2025 was fully met by renewable sources, marking a significant shift away from fossil fuels.
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
21 hours ago

Reeves tightens windfall tax on renewables as ministers move to sever gas-electricity link

The windfall tax on renewable energy generators has increased to 55% to prevent excessive profits amid rising global gas prices.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
3 weeks ago

German 'green village' rides out Mideast energy storm

Feldheim, a small German village, achieves energy self-sufficiency through renewable sources, benefiting from lower energy costs amid global price surges.
Environment
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

Renewables hit 49.4% of global electricity capacity in 2025

Renewable energy reached nearly half of global electricity capacity in 2025, but commitments to renewable energy are still not on track.
#jet-fuel
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
22 hours ago

'We must be ready': EU to lay out its plan to deal with jet fuel crisis

EU transport commissioner states there are no actual shortages of jet fuel, but preparations are underway due to pressure on stocks.
Europe news
fromThe Local France
22 hours ago

'We must be ready': EU to lay out its plan to deal with jet fuel crisis

EU transport commissioner states there are no current jet fuel shortages, but preparations for potential supply issues are underway.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
22 hours ago

'We must be ready': EU to lay out its plan to deal with jet fuel crisis

EU transport commissioner states there are no actual shortages of jet fuel, but preparations for potential supply issues are underway.
#energy-policy
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Government to propose electricity price changes in clean power push

The government plans to weaken the link between electricity and gas prices to protect consumers from energy shocks.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

UK shifts older wind and solar farms to fixed-price deals to reduce price shocks

The UK government plans to shift older wind and solar farms to fixed-price contracts to stabilize electricity costs amid gas market volatility.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Reeves looking to break link between gas cost and electricity prices

Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Ed Miliband are working to delink electricity prices from gas prices in the UK.
#electric-vehicles
fromFortune
13 hours ago
Alternative transportation

How the Iran energy crisis is supercharging Southeast Asia's EV transition | Fortune

fromSustainable Bus
1 day ago
Alternative transportation

Austrian carrier Blaguss introduces 12 Yutong electric coaches alongside fleet-wide solar rollout - Sustainable Bus

Alternative transportation
fromFortune
13 hours ago

How the Iran energy crisis is supercharging Southeast Asia's EV transition | Fortune

Southeast Asia's motorists are turning to electric vehicles as fuel prices soar due to the ongoing Iran energy crisis.
Alternative transportation
fromSustainable Bus
1 day ago

Austrian carrier Blaguss introduces 12 Yutong electric coaches alongside fleet-wide solar rollout - Sustainable Bus

Blaguss has introduced 12 battery-electric coaches as part of its 'Way to Zero' program, focusing on electrification and solar integration.
Europe news
frominsideevs.com
2 days ago

High Gas Prices Are Boosting EV Sales Around The World. Will The U.S. Be Left Out?

High gas prices are driving global EV sales, with record growth in Europe and Asia, while U.S. sales face challenges from reduced automaker plans.
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Blue Energy raises $380M to build grid-scale nuclear reactors in shipyards | TechCrunch

"The nuclear power technology that is most common - light water reactors - was originally invented for nuclear submarines. There has actually always been a history of basically pre-fabbing it and looking at it in a shipyard context."
Science
#data-centers
fromWIRED
4 weeks ago
European startups

The AI Race Is Pressuring Utilities to Squeeze More From Europe's Power Grids

EU data protection
fromTechzine Global
2 hours ago

New EU rules stall due to lack of data center data

Europe's data center sustainability regulations reveal significant gaps in data quality and reporting, hindering accurate assessments of energy consumption and environmental impact.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Why the cloud still runs on coal and gas

Data centers in the U.S. are straining energy grids, leading to increased reliance on fossil fuels and delaying renewable energy goals.
European startups
fromWIRED
4 weeks ago

The AI Race Is Pressuring Utilities to Squeeze More From Europe's Power Grids

European countries face energy transport challenges that limit the establishment of new data centers needed for AI compute demands.
fromTechzine Global
1 day ago

The European cloud of the future is built using actual, physical containers

The European Commission aims to provide a framework for 12 EU member states to strengthen Europe's digital and technological sovereignty through the IPCEI-CIS initiative.
European startups
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Warning energy crunch puts Ireland's economy at risk of rare combination of high inflation, high unemployment and low growth

The country is at risk of 'stagflation' - where slow economic growth is combined with rising inflation - as the energy crunch brought about by the war in the Middle East hits.
World news
Mental health
fromMail Online
11 years ago

The invention that provides Pacific sunshine in Britain

Real Sunlight clinics offer artificial sunshine to combat Seasonal Affective Disorder, which affects 2 million Britons, especially women.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Plug Power Jumps 10% on Contract Win and Investor Outreach as Hydrogen Comeback Continues

Plug Power's stock surged 10% due to a contract win, improved revenue, and efforts to rebuild investor confidence.
#germany
fromThe Local Germany
3 days ago
Germany news

Thousands rally across Germany to call for faster green shift

Thousands protested in Germany for a faster transition to renewable energy, criticizing the government for hindering progress towards climate goals.
fromThe Local Germany
3 weeks ago
Germany news

Energy crisis may force Germany to run coal plants longer

Germany may extend the operation of coal-fired power plants due to the ongoing energy crisis from the Middle East war.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
3 days ago

Thousands rally across Germany to call for faster green shift

Thousands protested in Germany for a faster transition to renewable energy, criticizing the government for hindering progress towards climate goals.
Agriculture
fromIndependent
3 days ago

'This could be groundbreaking for Ireland Inc and the midlands' - New research reveals transformative potential of 'energy parks'

Bord na Móna is set to transform state-owned bogland into energy-parks combining windfarms, data centres, and manufacturing facilities.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Cracks are starting to form on fusion energy's funding boom | TechCrunch

Divergence in vision emerges among fusion startups as they consider going public and face concerns over premature market entry.
#energy-crisis
fromFortune
5 days ago
World politics

War in the Middle East hasn't triggered a coal comeback, but it is boosting renewables | Fortune

Europe news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Is Europe heading to an energy crisis?

Europe faces an energy supply crunch and price shock due to the ongoing Iran conflict, exacerbating low gas reserves and competition with Asia.
Europe news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Is Europe heading to an energy crisis?

Europe faces an energy supply crunch and price shock due to the ongoing Iran conflict, exacerbating low gas reserves and competition with Asia.
World politics
fromFortune
5 days ago

War in the Middle East hasn't triggered a coal comeback, but it is boosting renewables | Fortune

The global energy crisis is prompting a shift towards renewable energy sources despite a temporary increase in coal usage.
Europe news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
5 days ago

Europe has 'maybe 6 weeks of jet fuel left,' energy agency head warns

Europe has limited jet fuel supplies and faces potential flight cancellations due to the ongoing Iran war affecting oil supplies.
Europe news
from24/7 Wall St.
6 days ago

Europe Is Desperate for American Natural Gas. FCG Owns the Companies Selling It to Them

Europe is urgently seeking alternative energy sources due to the Strait of Hormuz crisis and rising oil prices.
Europe news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Is Europe heading to an energy crisis?

Europe faces an energy supply crunch and price shock due to the ongoing Iran conflict, exacerbating low gas reserves and competition with Asia.
Europe news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Is Europe heading to an energy crisis?

Europe faces an energy supply crunch and price shock due to the ongoing Iran conflict, exacerbating low gas reserves and competition with Asia.
#clean-energy
Environment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Clean electricity meets all new demand, curbing fossil fuels, says Ember

2025 marked a turning point for coal and gas power as low-emissions sources met all new global electricity demand for the first time.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Europe's staggering' clean power gains undermined by failure to phase out fuel-burning machines

Europe must accelerate electrification to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and manage rising energy costs amid the global oil crisis.
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Desert power: The promise and paradox of solar

Noor, meaning light in Arabic, is a solar facility that produces enough energy to power more than a million homes, utilizing concentrated solar power instead of traditional PV panels.
Independent films
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

The 'dumb machine' promising a clean energy breakthrough

"A stellarator is a thing that is objectively very difficult to design, objectively very difficult to build, but if it works, it can control the burning hot plasma better than a tokamak."
Science
Alternative transportation
fromSustainable Bus
22 hours ago

Swiss Post deploys Kempower fast charging hub for mixed bus and truck operations in Villmergen - Sustainable Bus

Swiss Post has implemented a flexible Kempower DC fast charging system for buses and trucks at its logistics center in Villmergen.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Record fuel prices: How are governments responding?

Governments worldwide are implementing various measures to combat record fuel prices amid significant increases due to geopolitical tensions.
France news
fromThe Local France
1 week ago

France unveils measures to speed up shift to electric power

France plans to accelerate the shift to electric power for transport and housing due to rising oil and gas prices from the Middle East conflict.
Europe politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

Can Hungary wean itself off Russian energy, as its new leader has promised?

Peter Magyar aims to reduce Hungary's reliance on Russian oil and realign with the European Union after Viktor Orban's pro-Russia policies.
Environment
fromKqed
21 hours ago

California Is Transitioning From Fossil Fuels to Electric Power. It's Going to Get Messy | KQED

California faces high electricity costs but is making significant progress in transitioning to renewable energy sources.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

How South Korea plans to use the Iran crisis to spur a renewables revolution

The village deliberately chose to spend solar income on welfare rather than individual dividends, a decision Jeon says residents made themselves rather than being persuaded. If you divide money as individual income, people feel disconnected.
Agriculture
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago

Exclusive: This energy startup's bet on 100-year-old grid tech is paying off | TechCrunch

"We were considering multiple forms of capital when we started. It just felt like the opportunity is so large that venture capital gives us the opportunity to take those risks upfront and have the possibility to generate an outsized return."
Venture
Europe news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
14 hours ago

EU eyes options as Iran conflict threatens jet fuel shortages

The EU is considering jet fuel imports from the US amid concerns over supply due to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
fromSustainable Bus
1 day ago

Market, policy and operations in focus for zero-emission intercity buses, at Sustainable Bus Tour session in Bus2Bus - Sustainable Bus

Intercity bus transport in Europe is characterized by a fragmented operator landscape, including a high number of small and medium-sized companies, alongside less standardized operational patterns and frequent dual-use vehicle profiles.
Alternative transportation
#solar-power
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Solar is winning the energy race

Solar power is rapidly scaling, becoming the world's cheapest energy source and surpassing coal, gas, and nuclear in capacity and usage.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Solar is winning the energy race

Solar power is rapidly scaling, becoming the world's cheapest energy source and surpassing coal, gas, and nuclear in capacity and usage.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
5 days ago

UK car industry warns EU plan could hit EV trade and jobs - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders is calling for UK-built vehicles, components and batteries to be granted equivalent status to EU-made products under the proposed 'Made in Europe' framework, arguing that the current draft risks undermining a deeply integrated cross-border industry.
Europe politics
fromThe Local France
2 weeks ago

EDF announces 240m plan to help France electrify

EDF chairman Bernard Fontana stated that financial aid will be targeted at low income households, providing up to €1,000 towards the cost of installing a heat pump. This can be combined with existing government aid schemes for heat pumps, resulting in a total out-of-pocket cost of €3,000 for installation, which is less than the cost of a replacement gas heating system.
France news
Europe news
fromThe Local France
1 day ago

'Stone age' ticket system preventing travellers in Europe from taking trains

Booking train tickets for popular European flight routes is difficult due to a fragmented ticketing system among rail operators.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
1 week ago

A new German-Polish project shows how cities can be heated without fossil fuels

Local leadership and cross-border collaboration in Görlitz and Zgorzelec aim to deliver cleaner, affordable heat and enhance energy security.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

What will power the grid in 2035? The race is wide open | TechCrunch

Tech companies are seeking new energy sources due to AI's power demands, with fusion and fission startups gaining traction amid natural gas supply chain vulnerabilities.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Trump says windmills put you out of business' as he hits out at UK North Sea policy

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
fromFortune
1 day ago

Data centers now account for half of all new U.S. electricity use, just as Americans start to sour on AI | Fortune

Data centers accounted for around 50% of all electricity demand growth in the U.S. last year, according to the IEA, far surpassing the rise in electricity usage in the residential, industrial, and transport sectors.
Environment
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Fuel rations and free buses: How countries have responded to rising oil prices

The International Energy Agency (IEA) says it is the 'largest supply disruption in history'. With the disruption expected to have a lasting impact on prices, governments around the world have introduced measures to limit the impact on consumers and the economy.
Europe news
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Germany news: Gas price hike higher than other EU countries

Gas prices in Germany have increased significantly compared to other EU countries, despite a new pricing regulation aimed at controlling costs.
#energy-security
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Can small nuclear reactors solve EU's energy woes?

Energy security in the EU is urgent, prompting a reevaluation of nuclear power and diversification of energy sources due to supply shocks.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Can small nuclear reactors solve EU's energy woes?

Energy security in the EU is urgent, prompting a reevaluation of nuclear power and diversification of energy sources due to supply shocks.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Can small nuclear reactors solve EU's energy woes?

Energy security in the EU is urgent, prompting a reevaluation of nuclear power and diversification of energy sources due to supply shocks.
Europe politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Can small nuclear reactors solve EU's energy woes?

Energy security in the EU is urgent, prompting a reevaluation of nuclear power and diversification of energy sources due to supply shocks.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Who'd have thought a fossil-fuel shill like Trump would be the one to spark a green revolution? | George Monbiot

Donald Trump has accelerated the energy transition despite fossil fuel companies' efforts to halt it.
fromTruthout
5 days ago

Europe Has "Maybe 6 Weeks" of Jet Fuel Left, Top Energy Official Says

In Europe, we have maybe six weeks or so (of) jet fuel left. If we are not able to open the Strait of Hormuz ... I can tell you soon we will hear the news that some of the flights from city A to city B might be canceled as a result of lack of jet fuel.
Europe news
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany to adjust heating law to allow fossil fuels

Germany is reversing its 2021 mandate requiring 65% renewable energy in new heating systems, now allowing gas and oil heating with climate-friendly fuel blending instead.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Easy-to-use solar panels are coming, but utilities are trying to delay them

Plug-in solar panels that connect to standard outlets are gaining traction in the U.S. as a cost-effective alternative to traditional rooftop solar, though utility opposition based on safety concerns is slowing legislative adoption.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Turkey to race ahead of EU on battery storage amid fossil fuel crisis

Turkey has approved more battery capacity for its electricity grid than any EU member state, signaling a shift in clean energy investment dynamics.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Greens push for billions to be spent on energy support if bills rise

The Green Party leader calls for the government to set aside billions of pounds to support households against potential energy bill rises from Middle East conflict, funded through capital gains tax increases and energy firm profit taxes.
#fossil-fuels-advocacy
#windfall-tax
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
2 weeks ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
2 weeks ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
2 weeks ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
2 weeks ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
#offshore-wind
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Yes to fields of wheat, no to fields of iron': how the world's greenest country soured on solar

We say yes to fields of wheat, and we say no to fields of iron! Jernmarker, or iron fields, was chosen as the Danish word of the year in December after the solar backlash swayed municipal elections and prompted some councils to pull projects.
Environment
fromTESLARATI
1 month ago

Tesla Energy gains UK license to sell electricity to homes and businesses

The license was granted to Tesla Energy Ventures Ltd. by UK energy regulator Ofgem after a seven-month review process. According to Ofgem, the license took effect at 6 p.m. local time on Wednesday and applies to Great Britain. The approval allows Tesla's energy business to sell electricity directly to customers in the region.
Alternative transportation
Environment
fromFast Company
1 month ago

There's a better way to use the electric grid-and cut power bills

Existing grid capacity can meet new electricity demand through smart technology and load flexibility instead of building expensive new power plants.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany debates return to nuclear energy

EU Commission President von der Leyen advocates for nuclear energy as reliable, low-emission electricity, calling past EU nuclear phase-outs a strategic mistake, though Germany remains resistant despite energy security concerns.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
3 weeks ago

What are European countries doing to keep fuel costs down?

War in the Middle East is causing energy market volatility, prompting European governments to intervene to lower fuel costs for consumers.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany news: Hamburg hosting North Sea energy summit

European leaders will meet at the North Sea Summit in Hamburg to expand clean energy infrastructure, especially wind power, with a multinational deal expected.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany's gas reserves face crucial energy supply test

Germany secured gas supply by diversifying imports, building LNG terminals, and relying mainly on Norwegian pipeline gas plus U.S. and other LNG shipments.
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

EU countries urged to lower energy taxes to reduce consumer bills

European Union recommends reducing energy taxes and levies to lower consumer bills and improve business competitiveness amid regional geopolitical tensions affecting global energy supplies.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

UK must double down on renewables as wars drive up energy costs, experts say

The UK must accelerate clean energy transition to protect households from volatile fossil fuel markets destabilized by geopolitical conflicts like the US-Israel war on Iran.
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