Electrek
Jun 4, 12:58
SpaceX’s xAI just bought another $269M of Tesla Megapacks
SpaceX’s amended S-1 IPO filing, published yesterday, reveals that xAI purchased another $269 million worth of Tesla Megapack products in April 2026 alone. That single month exceeds what xAI spent on Tesla Megapacks in all of 2024. The purchase brings total Megapack spending by xAI to roughly $1 billion since 2024 — a staggering figure that underscores both how power-hungry AI data centers have become and how deeply intertwined Elon Musk’s companies are. more…
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SpaceX’s xAI just bought another $269M of Tesla Megapacks. That single month exceeds what xAI spent on Tesla Megapacks in all of 2024. The purchase brings total Megapack spending by xAI to roughly $1 billion since 2024 — a staggering figure that underscores both how power-hungry AI data centers have become and how deeply intertwined Elon Musk’s companies are.
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SpaceX’s amended S-1 IPO filing, published yesterday, reveals that xAI purchased another $269 million worth of Tesla Megapack products in April 2026 alone.
Pv-magazine
Jun 4, 12:00
Cybersecurity concerns put focus on India’s solar inverter supplies
While growing cybersecurity concerns have prompted the EU to consider restrictions on funding for PV projects using inverters supplied by high-risk vendors like China, experts say India may need a more calibrated approach that strengthens security oversight without disrupting solar deployment. The post Cybersecurity concerns put focus on India’s solar inverter supplies appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Cybersecurity concerns put focus on India’s solar inverter supplies. While growing cybersecurity concerns have prompted the EU to consider restrictions on funding for PV projects using inverters supplied by high-risk vendors like China, experts say India may need a more calibrated approach that strengthens security oversight without disrupting solar deployment.
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The post Cybersecurity concerns put focus on India’s solar inverter supplies appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Electrek
Jun 4, 11:34
From iPhone to an electric SUV that sprints to 60 mph in 3.8 sec., Foxconn makes it
The Taiwanese assembly experts at Foxconn have taken the wraps off the Cavira, a new Tesla Model Y competitor that offers a 468 hp AWD powertrain, sub-four-second 0-60 mph performance, and up to 359 miles of range. more…
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If it feels like we’ve been writing about Foxconn’s plans to launch an electric car brand of their own for years, that’s because we have. Along the way, the company has been linked to startups like Fisker , Lordstown , and even Apple as a credibility-enhancing partner to help fuel those brands’ once global automotive ambitions.
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The Taiwanese assembly experts at Foxconn have taken the wraps off the Cavira, a new Tesla Model Y competitor that offers a 468 hp AWD powertrain, sub-four-second 0-60 mph performance, and up to 359 miles of range.
Pv-magazine
Jun 4, 11:30
Malaysia forecast to reach 29.7 GW of solar by 2035
GlobalData’s latest analysis says Malaysia is on course to surpass its 2040 renewable energy targets by 2031. The post Malaysia forecast to reach 29.7 GW of solar by 2035 appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Malaysia forecast to reach 29.7 GW of solar by 2035. GlobalData’s latest analysis says Malaysia is on course to surpass its 2040 renewable energy targets by 2031. The post Malaysia forecast to reach 29.7 GW of solar by 2035 appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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GlobalData’s latest analysis says Malaysia is on course to surpass its 2040 renewable energy targets by 2031.
Electrek
Jun 4, 11:26
Tesla hit with class action in Quebec over up to $400m in heat pump failures
A Quebec Tesla owner has filed a class action request against Tesla over heat pump failures, seeking damages for all Tesla owners in the province after being stuck with a $4,477 repair bill when her Model 3’s heat pump died after just six years. The lawsuit covers every Tesla model equipped with a heat pump — Model S, Model 3, Model X, Model Y, and Cybertruck — and alleges the automaker has been hiding a known defect from buyers. more…
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Tesla hit with class action in Quebec over up to $400m in heat pump failures. A Quebec Tesla owner has filed a class action request against Tesla over heat pump failures, seeking damages for all Tesla owners in the province after being stuck with a $4,477 repair bill when her Model 3’s heat pump died after just six years.
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The lawsuit covers every Tesla model equipped with a heat pump — Model S, Model 3, Model X, Model Y, and Cybertruck — and alleges the automaker has been hiding a known defect from buyers.
Electrek
Jun 4, 11:00
Waymo’s retired robotaxi batteries are heading back to work
Waymo’s retired EV batteries won’t be heading straight to recycling anymore. Instead, they’re going to help support the power grid in California and Texas. more…
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Waymo’s retired robotaxi batteries are heading back to work. Waymo’s retired EV batteries won’t be heading straight to recycling anymore. Instead, they’re going to help support the power grid in California and Texas.
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Waymo’s retired EV batteries won’t be heading straight to recycling anymore.
Pv-magazine
Jun 4, 11:00
US adds 6.4 GW of utility-scale solar, wind, storage in Q1
Report from the American Clean Power Association finds told clean power capacity in the U.S. hit 370 GW in Q1, enough to power 80 million homes, while the pipeline for new projects grew 6% over the previous year. The post US adds 6.4 GW of utility-scale solar, wind, storage in Q1 appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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US adds 6.4 GW of utility-scale solar, wind, storage in Q1. hit 370 GW in Q1, enough to power 80 million homes, while the pipeline for new projects grew 6% over the previous year. The post US adds 6.4 GW of utility-scale solar, wind, storage in Q1 appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Report from the American Clean Power Association finds told clean power capacity in the U.S.
Pv-magazine
Jun 4, 10:30
Solar streetlights with AI could solve data center energy demand
Putting Nvidia computer chips into solar-powered streetlamps to create a virtual power plant is a simple solution to the energy demand problems created by data centers, according to Edward Fitzgerald. His company ConFlow Power Group is doing exactly that with its iLamp streetlamps, he told pv magazine. The post Solar streetlights with AI could solve data center energy demand appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Solar streetlights with AI could solve data center energy demand. His company ConFlow Power Group is doing exactly that with its iLamp streetlamps, he told pv magazine. The post Solar streetlights with AI could solve data center energy demand appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Putting Nvidia computer chips into solar-powered streetlamps to create a virtual power plant is a simple solution to the energy demand problems created by data centers, according to Edward Fitzgerald.
Pv-magazine
Jun 4, 09:30
European Commission to conduct risk assessment of EU solar, wind installations
The European Commission says its new strategic roadmap for digitalization and AI in energy will address cybersecurity concerns by undertaking a risk assessment of solar and wind installations in the EU and reviewing the energy security of supply framework. The post European Commission to conduct risk assessment of EU solar, wind installations appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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The European Commission says its new strategic roadmap for digitalization and AI in energy will address cybersecurity concerns by undertaking a risk assessment of solar and wind installations in the EU and reviewing the energy security of supply framework.
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The European Commission says its new strategic roadmap for digitalization and AI in energy will address cybersecurity concerns by undertaking a risk assessment of solar and wind installations in the EU and reviewing the energy security of supply framework.
Pv-magazine
Jun 4, 09:00
GameChange Energy integrates platforms to simplify utility-scale solar
Managing multiple suppliers across trackers, eBOS, transformers, and O&M adds cost and risk to every utility-scale project. A more integrated approach from manufacturers – most recently, GameChange Energy – streamlines both procurement and construction, reducing risk for developers and EPCs, according to the company’s CEO, Phillip Vyhanek. The post GameChange Energy integrates platforms to simplify utility-scale solar appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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GameChange Energy integrates platforms to simplify utility-scale solar. A more integrated approach from manufacturers – most recently, GameChange Energy – streamlines both procurement and construction, reducing risk for developers and EPCs, according to the company’s CEO, Phillip Vyhanek.
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Managing multiple suppliers across trackers, eBOS, transformers, and O&M adds cost and risk to every utility-scale project.
Pv-magazine
Jun 4, 08:30
India extends countervailing duty on Malaysian solar glass imports for five years
The move follows a recommendation from India's Directorate General of Trade Remedies, which found that removing the duty would likely lead to the continuation or recurrence of subsidized imports and material injury to domestic manufacturers. The post India extends countervailing duty on Malaysian solar glass imports for five years appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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The move follows a recommendation from India's Directorate General of Trade Remedies, which found that removing the duty would likely lead to the continuation or recurrence of subsidized imports and material injury to domestic manufacturers. The post India extends countervailing duty on Malaysian solar glass imports for five years appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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The move follows a recommendation from India's Directorate General of Trade Remedies, which found that removing the duty would likely lead to the continuation or recurrence of subsidized imports and material injury to domestic manufacturers.
Pv-magazine
Jun 4, 08:00
Researchers combine agrivoltaics with insect net house
Researchers in India built two agrivoltaics insect net houses, one with a covered roof and one without, with peppers growing underneath. The team says the arrays generated more energy than standard agrivoltaics. The post Researchers combine agrivoltaics with insect net house appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Researchers combine agrivoltaics with insect net house. The team says the arrays generated more energy than standard agrivoltaics. The post Researchers combine agrivoltaics with insect net house appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Researchers in India built two agrivoltaics insect net houses, one with a covered roof and one without, with peppers growing underneath.
Pv-magazine
Jun 4, 07:30
UK hits 22.3 GW solar capacity as cost per kW falls
Latest government data records 2,026,000 installations totaling 22.3 GW of capacity. Total installed capacity grew by 11.2% over the 12 months to the end of April 2026. The post UK hits 22.3 GW solar capacity as cost per kW falls appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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UK hits 22.3 GW solar capacity as cost per kW falls. Total installed capacity grew by 11.2% over the 12 months to the end of April 2026. The post UK hits 22.3 GW solar capacity as cost per kW falls appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Latest government data records 2,026,000 installations totaling 22.3 GW of capacity.
Pv-magazine
Jun 4, 07:00
Mauritius tenders 220 MW of solar and storage via new ‘e-Marketplace’
Mauritius has published tenders for solar plus storage projects totalling 220 MW. The tender is launched on a new E-Marketplace created by the International Solar Alliance, which aims to improve bankability and access to finance for projects in small island developing states (SIDS). The post Mauritius tenders 220 MW of solar and storage via new ‘e-Marketplace’ appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Mauritius tenders 220 MW of solar and storage via new ‘e-Marketplace’. The tender is launched on a new E-Marketplace created by the International Solar Alliance, which aims to improve bankability and access to finance for projects in small island developing states (SIDS).
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Mauritius has published tenders for solar plus storage projects totalling 220 MW.
Pv-magazine
Jun 4, 06:00
Hybrid solar-hydrogen project planned at Antarctic base
A hybrid power pilot project combining solar, batteries and hydrogen fuel cells is under development at a scientific base on King George Island to explore reducing diesel consumption in isolated research operations. The post Hybrid solar-hydrogen project planned at Antarctic base appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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A hybrid power pilot project combining solar, batteries and hydrogen fuel cells is under development at a scientific base on King George Island to explore reducing diesel consumption in isolated research operations. The post Hybrid solar-hydrogen project planned at Antarctic base appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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A hybrid power pilot project combining solar, batteries and hydrogen fuel cells is under development at a scientific base on King George Island to explore reducing diesel consumption in isolated research operations.
Pv-magazine
Jun 4, 05:00
Queensland opens funding call for solar, wind, storage projects
The government of Queensland in Australia is calling for industry proposals to deliver new solar, wind and battery storage projects with the backing of an AUD 200 million ($144 million) fund. The post Queensland opens funding call for solar, wind, storage projects appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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The government of Queensland in Australia is calling for industry proposals to deliver new solar, wind and battery storage projects with the backing of an AUD 200 million ($144 million) fund. The post Queensland opens funding call for solar, wind, storage projects appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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The government of Queensland in Australia is calling for industry proposals to deliver new solar, wind and battery storage projects with the backing of an AUD 200 million ($144 million) fund.
Theguardian
Jun 4, 03:53
‘Waste colonialism’: Fiji says no to Australian billionaire’s incineration plan
Government rejects offshore rubbish being shipped to Fiji and burned after opposition from traditional landowners and tourism operators The Fijian government has rejected a plan by an Australian billionaire to burn rubbish for energy in Fiji after backlash from traditional landowners and tourism operators. The plan to ship non-recyclable rubbish from across the region to Fiji, popular with tourists for its pristine beaches, and build an incinerator to consume 900,000 tonnes of waste a year had been labelled “waste colonialism” by villagers. Continue reading...
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Government rejects offshore rubbish being shipped to Fiji and burned after opposition from traditional landowners and tourism operators The Fijian government has rejected a plan by an Australian billionaire to burn rubbish for energy in Fiji after backlash from traditional landowners and tourism operators.
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Government rejects offshore rubbish being shipped to Fiji and burned after opposition from traditional landowners and tourism operators The Fijian government has rejected a plan by an Australian billionaire to burn rubbish for energy in Fiji after backlash from traditional landowners and tourism operators.
Electrek
Jun 4, 00:42
ELM MicroGrid installs battery storage in its hometown [video]
Battery energy storage specialist ELM MicroGrid has spent more than two decades building a nationwide energy storage and utility infrastructure businesses. Now, the company is bringing that expertise home with the installation of a new battery energy storage system at a solar microgrid project in Peoria, IL. more…
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ELM MicroGrid installs battery storage in its hometown [video]. Battery energy storage specialist ELM MicroGrid has spent more than two decades building a nationwide energy storage and utility infrastructure businesses. Now, the company is bringing that expertise home with the installation of a new battery energy storage system at a solar microgrid project in Peoria, IL.
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Battery energy storage specialist ELM MicroGrid has spent more than two decades building a nationwide energy storage and utility infrastructure businesses.
Electrek
Jun 3, 23:49
REALLY Quick Charge: the Hammer Down crossover episode, with Mike Bush
On today’s really quick episode of Quick Charge , we’re doing a crossover episode with Mike Bush from Marketscale’s Hammer Down podcast and explore the business of freight and logistics, how to get involved, and what the future might hold for more efficient, fossil-free trucking. more…
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And, of course, check out Mike’s Hammer Down podcast (and The Heavy Equipment Podcast with Mike and Jo, too) for more logistics-led listening. Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , TuneIn , and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.
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On today’s really quick episode of Quick Charge , we’re doing a crossover episode with Mike Bush from Marketscale’s Hammer Down podcast and explore the business of freight and logistics, how to get involved, and what the future might hold for more efficient, fossil-free trucking.
Electrek
Jun 3, 22:55
Another giant solar factory is coming to Texas
SEG Solar is doubling down on US manufacturing with plans for a third solar module factory in the Houston, Texas, area. more…
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The Houston-based company announced on Monday that it’s building a new 4.6-gigawatt (GW) solar module manufacturing facility in Greater Houston. Once it’s online, SEG says its planned US module manufacturing capacity will hit 10.6 GW annually.
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SEG Solar is doubling down on US manufacturing with plans for a third solar module factory in the Houston, Texas, area.
Electrek
Jun 3, 21:57
Here’s our first look at BYD’s new low-cost, 1,000 km-range PHEV in real life [Images]
BYD’s new PHEV is set to go on sale any day now as the brand’s first car specifically built for overseas markets, including Europe. With its debut just around the corner, the new plug-in hatch was recently spotted in public, giving us our first real look at the interior. more…
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Here’s our first look at BYD’s new low-cost, 1,000 km-range PHEV in real life [Images]. BYD’s new PHEV is set to go on sale any day now as the brand’s first car specifically built for overseas markets, including Europe. With its debut just around the corner, the new plug-in hatch was recently spotted in public, giving us our first real look at the interior.
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BYD’s new PHEV is set to go on sale any day now as the brand’s first car specifically built for overseas markets, including Europe.
Electrek
Jun 3, 21:13
Hyundai IONIQ 5 crowned the best family EV
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 pretty much offers it all with up to 318 miles of driving range, fast charging, a surprisingly spacious interior, and an affordable starting price of just $35,000. It’s also a perfect fit for families looking to go electric. more…
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The Hyundai IONIQ 5 pretty much offers it all with up to 318 miles of driving range, fast charging, a surprisingly spacious interior, and an affordable starting price of just $35,000. It’s also a perfect fit for families looking to go electric.
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The Hyundai IONIQ 5 pretty much offers it all with up to 318 miles of driving range, fast charging, a surprisingly spacious interior, and an affordable starting price of just $35,000.
Theguardian
Jun 3, 19:40
In first, California city overwhelmingly votes to permanently ban datacenters
While many US city councils have passed moratoriums, Monterey Park is first where residents have voted on a ban Sign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email Residents in Monterey Park, California , became the first in the US to vote on a permanent ban on datacenters on Tuesday, and early results indicate a resounding victory for the prohibition. While many cities and counties have already passed temporary or indefinite moratoriums via their local governments, Monterey Park would be the first to do so through a ballot initiative. Continue reading...
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While many US city councils have passed moratoriums, Monterey Park is first where residents have voted on a ban Sign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email Residents in Monterey Park, California , became the first in the US to vote on a permanent ban on datacenters on Tuesday, and early results indicate a resounding victory for the prohibition.
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While many US city councils have passed moratoriums, Monterey Park is first where residents have voted on a ban Sign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email Residents in Monterey Park, California , became the first in the US to vote on a permanent ban on datacenters on Tuesday, and early results indicate a resounding victory for the prohibition.
Electrek
Jun 3, 18:33
Poll: when voters learn the EPA is poisoning them, they hate it
A new poll of US voters shows that the vast majority of Americans want the Environmental Protection Agency to do its job and keep toxic chemicals out of the air and water. But the EPA’s current mission, under Lee Zeldin, is to poison Americans and raise their health and energy costs. When voters learn about this, they show significant concern. more…
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Poll: when voters learn the EPA is poisoning them, they hate it. But the EPA’s current mission, under Lee Zeldin, is to poison Americans and raise their health and energy costs. When voters learn about this, they show significant concern.
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A new poll of US voters shows that the vast majority of Americans want the Environmental Protection Agency to do its job and keep toxic chemicals out of the air and water.
Electrek
Jun 3, 18:17
Volkswagen is launching more affordable EVs, starting with these two models
The first Volkswagen ID. Polo and Cupra Raval models rolled off the production line at the Group’s Martorell plant in Spain, the first of several new affordable, mass-market EVs. more…
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Volkswagen is launching more affordable EVs, starting with these two models. The first Volkswagen ID. Polo and Cupra Raval models rolled off the production line at the Group’s Martorell plant in Spain, the first of several new affordable, mass-market EVs.
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The first Volkswagen ID.
Electrek
Jun 3, 18:00
Bluetti sale offers 3,014Wh Elite 300 power station with 350W solar panel + FREE 128Wh Elite 10 Mini for $1,567, Worx robot mowers, more
Our midweek Green Deals are being led by the latest Bluetti RV Season Sale that benefits from two of our bonus exclusive savings for even better deals, with offers like the 3,014Wh Elite 300 Portable Power Station getting a 350W solar panel and a FREE 128Wh Elite 10 Mini station for $1,567 , among many others starting from $284 . Right behind it, we spotted up to $700 discounts on the three Worx Landroid Vision Cloud Robot Lawn Mowers starting from a new $850 low , as well as Anker’s eufy E30 Wireless Outdoor Solar Security Camera at its $100 low , the Gotrax XR Elite Max Electric Scooter hitting a new $303 low – plus, deals on a multi-battery Greenworks bundle and an EGO electric hedge trimmer kit. We also have all the hangover deals collected down at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s exclusive Anker SOLIX S2000 Power Station launch deals , the new low hitting EGO’s comprehensive Z6 Zero Turn Riding Mower bundle , and more. Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek ’s best EV buying and leasing deals . Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories . more…
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Bluetti sale offers 3,014Wh Elite 300 power station with 350W solar panel + FREE 128Wh Elite 10 Mini for $1,567, Worx robot mowers, more. Our midweek Green Deals are being led by the latest Bluetti RV Season Sale that benefits from two of our bonus exclusive savings for even better deals, with offers like the 3,014Wh Elite 300 Portable Power Station getting a 350W solar panel…
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Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories .
Electrek
Jun 3, 17:14
Tesla expands ‘Robotaxi’ to entire Austin metro — but still has only ~20 vehicles
Tesla announced today that its unsupervised “Robotaxi” service now covers the entire Austin metro area, a significant expansion of its geofenced operating zone. It’s a notable milestone on paper, but the actual fleet serving this massive area remains tiny — just ~20 active unsupervised vehicles, according to the latest data, a number that has actually been shrinking . more…
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Tesla announced today that its unsupervised “Robotaxi” service now covers the entire Austin metro area, a significant expansion of its geofenced operating zone. It’s a notable milestone on paper, but the actual fleet serving this massive area remains tiny — just ~20 active unsupervised vehicles, according to the latest data, a number that has actually been shrinking .
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Tesla announced today that its unsupervised “Robotaxi” service now covers the entire Austin metro area, a significant expansion of its geofenced operating zone.
Cleantechnica
Jun 3, 17:12
How Today’s Media Influence The Ways We Perceive The Food System On Which We Depend
My mother cooked for our family with a post-World War II mindset. Bacon and eggs for breakfast. Wonder Bread sandwiches with one slice of American cheese and another slice of ham. Supper typically would be Shake-n-Bake chicken, mashed potatoes, and a canned vegetable, or hamburger and reheated frozen french fries. ... [continued] The post How Today’s Media Influence The Ways We Perceive The Food System On Which We Depend appeared first on CleanTechnica .
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How Today’s Media Influence The Ways We Perceive The Food System On Which We Depend. Supper typically would be Shake-n-Bake chicken, mashed potatoes, and a canned vegetable, or hamburger and reheated frozen french fries. [continued] The post How Today’s Media Influence The Ways We Perceive The Food System On Which We Depend appeared first on CleanTechnica .
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Wonder Bread sandwiches with one slice of American cheese and another slice of ham.
Theguardian
Jun 3, 17:00
Australia’s battery-powered revolution: inside the 5 June Guardian Weekly
How to change the energy market from within. Plus: Is Iran Trump’s Vietnam? • Get the Guardian Weekly delivered to your home address Last week, as the war in Iran continued to choke global oil supplies, the UK government announced a 13% increase in the cap on energy prices. But it was another related story on the other side of the world that caught my eye. In Australia, the energy minister announced a fall of up to 10% in the benchmark electricity price in parts of the country, driven by record levels of renewables and batteries in the power grid. Continue reading...
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Australia’s battery-powered revolution: inside the 5 June Guardian Weekly. • Get the Guardian Weekly delivered to your home address Last week, as the war in Iran continued to choke global oil supplies, the UK government announced a 13% increase in the cap on energy prices.
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How to change the energy market from within.
Cleantechnica
Jun 3, 16:34
Up To 50% Off On A New Heat Pump Installation, Says Startup
The US home electrification startup Jetson Home has launched an ambitious plan for rapid expansion into California, where policy makers aim to install 6 million heat pumps by 2030. The post Up To 50% Off On A New Heat Pump Installation, Says Startup appeared first on CleanTechnica .
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The US home electrification startup Jetson Home has launched an ambitious plan for rapid expansion into California, where policy makers aim to install 6 million heat pumps by 2030. The post Up To 50% Off On A New Heat Pump Installation, Says Startup appeared first on CleanTechnica .
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The US home electrification startup Jetson Home has launched an ambitious plan for rapid expansion into California, where policy makers aim to install 6 million heat pumps by 2030.
Electrek
Jun 3, 16:26
Kia’s electric van is now available as a 7-seater for under $45,000
The PV5 is already a hit, but now you can buy Kia’s electric van with three rows of seating and enough room for seven. more…
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Kia’s first electric van from its Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) business has been a smash hit for the Korean automaker since it went on sale in Europe, the UK, and several other global markets last year. In the first three months of the year, Kia sold over 8,100 PV5 electric vans.
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The PV5 is already a hit, but now you can buy Kia’s electric van with three rows of seating and enough room for seven.
Electrek
Jun 3, 16:26
Kia’s electric van is now available as a 7-seater for under $50,000
The PV5 is already a hit, but now you can buy Kia’s electric van with three rows of seating and enough room for seven. more…
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Kia’s first electric van from its Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) business has been a smash hit for the Korean automaker since it went on sale in Europe, the UK, and several other global markets last year. In the first three months of the year, Kia sold over 8,100 PV5 electric vans.
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The PV5 is already a hit, but now you can buy Kia’s electric van with three rows of seating and enough room for seven.
Pv-magazine
Jun 3, 14:29
JinkoSolar launches 700 W TOPCon solar module with 25.91% efficiency
Tiger Neo 5.0 uses a high-purity homogeneous silicon substrate, broad-spectrum light-trapping structure, full-area passivation and gap-free cell-array encapsulation to improve conversion efficiency and module-level output. The post JinkoSolar launches 700 W TOPCon solar module with 25.91% efficiency appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Tiger Neo 5.0 uses a high-purity homogeneous silicon substrate, broad-spectrum light-trapping structure, full-area passivation and gap-free cell-array encapsulation to improve conversion efficiency and module-level output. The post JinkoSolar launches 700 W TOPCon solar module with 25.91% efficiency appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Tiger Neo 5.0 uses a high-purity homogeneous silicon substrate, broad-spectrum light-trapping structure, full-area passivation and gap-free cell-array encapsulation to improve conversion efficiency and module-level output.
Bbc
Jun 3, 13:30
Universal park officially named as government pledges £1.3bn
The government's contribution is going towards upgrading local infrastructure and transport links.
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Universal park officially named as government pledges £1.3bn. The government's contribution is going towards upgrading local infrastructure and transport links.
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The government's contribution is going towards upgrading local infrastructure and transport links.
Pv-magazine
Jun 3, 13:15
Vietnam’s first direct power purchase agreement enters operation
Energy analyst Lam Pham tells pv magazine direct power purchase agreements will be a significant catalyst for solar deployment in Vietnam after the first such agreement, tied to a 49 MW solar plant, begins operating. The post Vietnam’s first direct power purchase agreement enters operation appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Vietnam’s first direct power purchase agreement enters operation. Energy analyst Lam Pham tells pv magazine direct power purchase agreements will be a significant catalyst for solar deployment in Vietnam after the first such agreement, tied to a 49 MW solar plant, begins operating.
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The post Vietnam’s first direct power purchase agreement enters operation appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Utilitydive
Jun 3, 13:00
Customer experience, better modeling can boost demand-side portfolio: report
The Brattle Group’s report lays out a framework for increasing demand-side resources to mitigate the impacts of load growth, variable renewables and distributed electrification.
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“ The Demand Stack: An Assessment of the Benefits ” is the latest Brattle report to explore how utilities can deploy demand-side solutions to serve new loads, reduce power bottlenecks and mitigate capital costs that would typically be passed through to ratepayers. vertically integrated utilities up to $170 billion over 10 years.
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The Brattle Group’s report lays out a framework for increasing demand-side resources to mitigate the impacts of load growth, variable renewables and distributed electrification.
Electrek
Jun 3, 12:47
Caterpillar BEPU makes going electric as easy as swapping an engine
The new Battery Electric Power Unit (BEPU) from Caterpillar is a plug-and-play solution that can directly replace a diesel CAT engine in existing machines – occupying the same space, and even using the same motor mounts to make the conversion from diesel to electric (almost) as easy as swapping an engine. more…
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“This is an exciting trial of an electrified variant of their SWS 6 Spiral Shaft Separator, which delivers zero-exhaust emissions and low noise when in operation,” explains Andy Curtis , Customer Solutions Director at CAT Industrial Power Systems. “The CAT BEPU has enabled the rapid development of this option alongside their diesel variant, with minimal engineering effort.
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The new Battery Electric Power Unit (BEPU) from Caterpillar is a plug-and-play solution that can directly replace a diesel CAT engine in existing machines – occupying the same space, and even using the same motor mounts to make the conversion from diesel to electric (almost) as easy as swapping an engine.
Pv-magazine
Jun 3, 12:30
France sees negative spot price of -€498/MWh
The French electricity market has recorded nearly 450 hours of zero or negative prices since the beginning of 2026, compared with around 320 over the same period in 2025. The post France sees negative spot price of -€498/MWh appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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The French electricity market has recorded nearly 450 hours of zero or negative prices since the beginning of 2026, compared with around 320 over the same period in 2025. The post France sees negative spot price of -€498/MWh appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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The French electricity market has recorded nearly 450 hours of zero or negative prices since the beginning of 2026, compared with around 320 over the same period in 2025.
Pv-magazine
Jun 3, 12:02
Anker Solix launches 2 kWh home backup power system
The Chinese manufacturer says the new S2000, with a 400 W solar input, can deliver up to 35 hours of continuous refrigerator backup. The post Anker Solix launches 2 kWh home backup power system appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Anker Solix launches 2 kWh home backup power system. The Chinese manufacturer says the new S2000, with a 400 W solar input, can deliver up to 35 hours of continuous refrigerator backup. The post Anker Solix launches 2 kWh home backup power system appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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The Chinese manufacturer says the new S2000, with a 400 W solar input, can deliver up to 35 hours of continuous refrigerator backup.
Electrek
Jun 3, 11:13
Can an e-bike really save you money on gas? The math is clear
One of the most common questions I hear from people considering an e-bike right now, during a period of soaring energy prices, is some variation of “Can it actually save me money?” The answer is yes. Quite a bit, actually. But the interesting part is that most people focus on the wrong number. more…
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Can an e-bike really save you money on gas? Quite a bit, actually. But the interesting part is that most people focus on the wrong number.
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One of the most common questions I hear from people considering an e-bike right now, during a period of soaring energy prices, is some variation of “Can it actually save me money?” The answer is yes.
Utilitydive
Jun 3, 10:44
7 states sue Trump administration over TotalEnergies offshore wind lease buyout
The lawsuit alleges a “sham settlement agreement to unlawfully cancel an offshore wind lease and redirect the money paid for the lease to a separate, unauthorized use favored by the President.”
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The lawsuit alleges a “sham settlement agreement to unlawfully cancel an offshore wind lease and redirect the money paid for the lease to a separate, unauthorized use favored by the President.”
Pv-magazine
Jun 3, 10:30
Mexico surpasses 5 GW of distributed solar capacity
Figures published by Mexico’s National Energy Commission show solar accounted for more than 99.5% of distributed generation capacity in systems smaller than 0.7 MW at the end of 2025. The post Mexico surpasses 5 GW of distributed solar capacity appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Figures published by Mexico’s National Energy Commission show solar accounted for more than 99.5% of distributed generation capacity in systems smaller than 0.7 MW at the end of 2025. The post Mexico surpasses 5 GW of distributed solar capacity appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Figures published by Mexico’s National Energy Commission show solar accounted for more than 99.5% of distributed generation capacity in systems smaller than 0.7 MW at the end of 2025.
Pv-magazine
Jun 3, 10:01
Cambodia’s utility-scale solar surpasses planned targets for 2030 and 2035
A 30 MW annual rooftop quota and a compensation tariff that overshoots estimated grid impact costs by three to four times are keeping distributed solar on the sidelines as Cambodia's utility-scale capacity races past its own long-term planning targets. The post Cambodia’s utility-scale solar surpasses planned targets for 2030 and 2035 appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Cambodia’s utility-scale solar surpasses planned targets for 2030 and 2035. A 30 MW annual rooftop quota and a compensation tariff that overshoots estimated grid impact costs by three to four times are keeping distributed solar on the sidelines as Cambodia's utility-scale capacity races past its own long-term planning targets.
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The post Cambodia’s utility-scale solar surpasses planned targets for 2030 and 2035 appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Pv-magazine
Jun 3, 09:30
Grid expansion, batteries to ease curtailment in Brazil
Analysis by Aurora Energy Research indicates curtailment in Brazil could drop by 8 to 12 percentage points by the end of the decade, down from 21% in 2025. The post Grid expansion, batteries to ease curtailment in Brazil appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Analysis by Aurora Energy Research indicates curtailment in Brazil could drop by 8 to 12 percentage points by the end of the decade, down from 21% in 2025. The post Grid expansion, batteries to ease curtailment in Brazil appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Analysis by Aurora Energy Research indicates curtailment in Brazil could drop by 8 to 12 percentage points by the end of the decade, down from 21% in 2025.
Utilitydive
Jun 3, 09:22
DTE Energy partners with LG to deploy 6 GWh of battery storage
By 2042, DTE expects to have more than 2.9 GW of energy storage on its system, more than doubling its current storage capacity.
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DTE Energy last week announced it would procure 1.5 GW/6 GWh of energy storage systems from LG Energy Solution Vertech at a cost of $1.6 billion, with the batteries manufactured in Michigan and deployed over the next two years. DTE serves Detroit and has 2.3 million electric customers in Southeast Michigan.
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By 2042, DTE expects to have more than 2.9 GW of energy storage on its system, more than doubling its current storage capacity.
Pv-magazine
Jun 3, 09:00
Natural ester fluids beat mineral oil for use in renewable energy applications
Compared with mineral oil, natural ester fluid enables the design of more compact, lighter, and thermally efficient transformers, helping photovoltaic applications reduce footprint, installation complexity, and overall project CAPEX compared with conventional mineral oil solutions. The post Natural ester fluids beat mineral oil for use in renewable energy applications appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Natural ester fluids beat mineral oil for use in renewable energy applications. Compared with mineral oil, natural ester fluid enables the design of more compact, lighter, and thermally efficient transformers, helping photovoltaic applications reduce footprint, installation complexity, and overall project CAPEX compared with conventional mineral oil solutions.
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The post Natural ester fluids beat mineral oil for use in renewable energy applications appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Pv-magazine
Jun 3, 08:41
France, Germany, Portugal, Spain set daily solar records
Latest analysis from AleaSoft Energy Forecasting finds the weekly average electricity price increased in France, Portugal and Spain last week despite new daily solar records as wind energy production fell and demand increased. The post France, Germany, Portugal, Spain set daily solar records appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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France, Germany, Portugal, Spain set daily solar records. Latest analysis from AleaSoft Energy Forecasting finds the weekly average electricity price increased in France, Portugal and Spain last week despite new daily solar records as wind energy production fell and demand increased.
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The post France, Germany, Portugal, Spain set daily solar records appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Utilitydive
Jun 3, 08:35
Constellation’s Three Mile Island nuclear restart gets boost with FERC waiver
Constellation Energy will be able to transfer capacity interconnection rights, enabling the nuclear unit to potentially deliver all its power when it restarts, possibly before the end of 2027.
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Constellation Energy’s plans to restart the Crane nuclear power plant — formerly Three Mile Island Unit 1 — were boosted Monday when the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission approved a waiver for the company from PJM Interconnection rules. FERC approved Constellation’s waiver request over the objections of PJM’s independent market monitor. Constellation’s $1.
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Constellation Energy will be able to transfer capacity interconnection rights, enabling the nuclear unit to potentially deliver all its power when it restarts, possibly before the end of 2027.
Pv-magazine
Jun 3, 08:30
Scientists achieve 27% efficiency in a co-deposited inverted perovskite
Scientists in China have developed a new technique to prevent self-assembled molecules from clumping together and degrading co-deposited inverted perovskite cells. The approach enabled the highest certified power conversion efficiency reported for the architecture. The post Scientists achieve 27% efficiency in a co-deposited inverted perovskite appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Scientists achieve 27% efficiency in a co-deposited inverted perovskite. The approach enabled the highest certified power conversion efficiency reported for the architecture. The post Scientists achieve 27% efficiency in a co-deposited inverted perovskite appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Scientists in China have developed a new technique to prevent self-assembled molecules from clumping together and degrading co-deposited inverted perovskite cells.
Utilitydive
Jun 3, 08:23
Google to fund 100-MW virtual power plant in PJM in ‘first-of-its-kind’ deal
Google has also worked to make its own data centers flexible, Amanda Peterson Corio, the company’s global head of data center energy, told Utility Dive, but reasons it is often faster and more cost effective to pay other customers to shift their electricity usage.
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The Google-Voltus deal, which the companies call a “first-of-its-kind,” comes amid rising electricity costs, shrinking reserve margins and aggressive load growth from artificial intelligence data centers, particularly in PJM.
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Google has also worked to make its own data centers flexible, Amanda Peterson Corio, the company’s global head of data center energy, told Utility Dive, but reasons it is often faster and more cost effective to pay other customers to shift their electricity usage.
Pv-magazine
Jun 3, 08:00
Enphase explains how gallium nitride is changing its microinverters
pv magazine has spoken with Enphase chief product officer Raghu Belur about how gallium nitride technology is reshaping the company’s microinverter architecture. He highlighted gains in efficiency, power density and cost through its use of GaN-based bi-directional switch devices. The post Enphase explains how gallium nitride is changing its microinverters appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Enphase explains how gallium nitride is changing its microinverters. He highlighted gains in efficiency, power density and cost through its use of GaN-based bi-directional switch devices. The post Enphase explains how gallium nitride is changing its microinverters appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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pv magazine has spoken with Enphase chief product officer Raghu Belur about how gallium nitride technology is reshaping the company’s microinverter architecture.
Pv-magazine
Jun 3, 07:00
How Britain became Europe’s solar sink
The interconnector flows reshaping UK electricity prices The post How Britain became Europe’s solar sink appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Between 2019 and 2025, UK gas generation fell by a third and coal generation disappeared entirely. Gas generation fell 33%, from 115 to 77 TWh. Total generation remained broadly stable, falling only from 292 to 289 TWh.
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The interconnector flows reshaping UK electricity prices The post How Britain became Europe’s solar sink appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Bbc
Jun 3, 05:01
'Without free meal, it's a cup of soup for dinner'
Community cafe in Boston says numbers rose from about 60 to more than 90 at the start of the year.
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Community cafe in Boston says numbers rose from about 60 to more than 90 at the start of the year.
Pv-magazine
Jun 3, 04:35
Elecnova launches all-in-one liquid-cooled ESS container for backup power, microgrids
At the SNEC 2026 trade show, Elecnova introduced its new 500 kW / 1,044 kWh all-in-one containerized ESS, featuring a modular four-cluster architecture and static transfer switch for critical backup applications. Built on LFP cells with an 8,000 cycle life, the IP55-rated, liquid-cooled system offers standard certified hardware alongside customizable integration and OEM services. The post Elecnova launches all-in-one liquid-cooled ESS container for backup power, microgrids appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Elecnova launches all-in-one liquid-cooled ESS container for backup power, microgrids. Built on LFP cells with an 8,000 cycle life, the IP55-rated, liquid-cooled system offers standard certified hardware alongside customizable integration and OEM services.
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At the SNEC 2026 trade show, Elecnova introduced its new 500 kW / 1,044 kWh all-in-one containerized ESS, featuring a modular four-cluster architecture and static transfer switch for critical backup applications.
Pv-magazine
Jun 3, 04:00
The hidden underperformance crisis in solar portfolios
Solar technology has come a long way. Modules are more efficient, inverters are more capable, and system design has become increasingly refined. On paper, the industry is positioned to deliver highly predictable performance. But in the field the story is often different. The post The hidden underperformance crisis in solar portfolios appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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The hidden underperformance crisis in solar portfolios. Modules are more efficient, inverters are more capable, and system design has become increasingly refined. The post The hidden underperformance crisis in solar portfolios appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Solar technology has come a long way.
Electrek
Jun 3, 02:33
Tesla found new buyers for its Cybertruck: Kazakh emergency services
Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Emergency Situations has confirmed it will purchase additional Tesla Cybertrucks after the electric pickup proved effective in rescue operations in Almaty, the country’s largest city. The Central Asian country has become the latest small international market to adopt the Cybertruck, as Tesla continues to struggle with collapsing domestic demand for the electric pickup . more…
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Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Emergency Situations has confirmed it will purchase additional Tesla Cybertrucks after the electric pickup proved effective in rescue operations in Almaty, the country’s largest city.
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Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Emergency Situations has confirmed it will purchase additional Tesla Cybertrucks after the electric pickup proved effective in rescue operations in Almaty, the country’s largest city.
Electrek
Jun 2, 21:34
Orange EV scores record, 600 unit order as demand for electric semi trucks soars
How do we know EVs are here to stay? Electric terminal brand Orange EV just announced a new, record single order that includes 600 new electric Class 8 trucks, proving that there’s a genuine market for HDEVs even without Federal incentives. more…
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How do we know EVs are here to stay? Electric terminal brand Orange EV just announced a new, record single order that includes 600 new electric Class 8 trucks, proving that there’s a genuine market for HDEVs even without Federal incentives.
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Electric terminal brand Orange EV just announced a new, record single order that includes 600 new electric Class 8 trucks, proving that there’s a genuine market for HDEVs even without Federal incentives.
Electrek
Jun 2, 21:34
New York sues over Interior Dept.’s $1B bribe to an oil company stop wind power
New York state has announced a lawsuit against the Interior Department’s illegal $1 billion payment to an oil company to stop development of a wind farm off the New York Coast. The project would have saved New Yorkers $10 billion and created 1,700 jobs, which would have conflicted with the Department of the Interior’s goals of raising your energy costs. more…
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New York state has announced a lawsuit against the Interior Department’s illegal $1 billion payment to an oil company to stop development of a wind farm off the New York Coast. The project would have saved New Yorkers $10 billion and created 1,700 jobs, which would have conflicted with the Department of the Interior’s goals of raising your energy costs.
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New York state has announced a lawsuit against the Interior Department’s illegal $1 billion payment to an oil company to stop development of a wind farm off the New York Coast.
Electrek
Jun 2, 19:12
Electrify America is changing how you pay for EV charging
Electrify America is changing how EV drivers pay for charging sessions, and it’s ditching one of the more confusing parts of its app in the process. more…
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Going forward, charging session costs will be billed directly to the credit or debit card tied to a user’s account. Once the account balance runs out, all future charging sessions will be billed directly to the saved payment card. The company noted that how long those holds stay pending depends on the customer’s bank or credit card.
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Electrify America is changing how EV drivers pay for charging sessions, and it’s ditching one of the more confusing parts of its app in the process.
Electrek
Jun 2, 19:00
Lectric just launched a new e-bike company, and it could shake up the premium market
When a new e-bike company launches, it’s usually not a huge deal. The industry sees new brands appear all the time, many of them little more than a logo slapped onto an existing bike from a Chinese catalog. But Monarc isn’t just another startup hoping to make a splash – it’s all but guaranteed to set off a tsunami. more…
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Lectric just launched a new e-bike company, and it could shake up the premium market. The industry sees new brands appear all the time, many of them little more than a logo slapped onto an existing bike from a Chinese catalog. But Monarc isn’t just another startup hoping to make a splash – it’s all but guaranteed to set off a tsunami.
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When a new e-bike company launches, it’s usually not a huge deal.
News
Jun 2, 18:50
South West Water handed record fine after incident that left hundreds ill
South West Water (SWW) has been handed a record £1.8m fine following a cryptosporidium outbreak which left hundreds ill in Brixham, Devon.
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South West Water (SWW) has been handed a record £1.8m fine following a cryptosporidium outbreak which left hundreds ill in Brixham, Devon.
Electrek
Jun 2, 18:00
Anker launches SOLIX S2000 power station + bundles starting from exclusive $598, EGO Z6 zero turn riding mower bundle new low, more
We’ve got some exciting Green Deals in our Tuesday edition this week, starting with Anker’s newly launched SOLIX S2000 Portable Power Station + bundles that start from $598 using our exclusive code (beating the standard $680 launch pricing). From there, we also spotted EGO’s Z6 56V 42-inch Cordless Electric Zero Turn Riding Mower with 6x batteries and an 880W wall charger hitting a new $4,499 low , as well as Amazon continuing the May pricing on Segway’s Max G2 and Max G3 Electric Scooters starting from $700 , the EcoFlow 1,024Wh DELTA 3 Classic Portable Power Station at $445 , the best price since September on Greenworks’ compact 1,800 PSI Electric Pressure Washer, and much more waiting for you below. We also have all the hangover deals collected down at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s EcoFlow Hurricane Season Prep Sale lineup with up to 61% discounts, the rare return of EGO’s 3,200 PSI Electric Pressure Washer $699 low , and more. Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek ’s best EV buying and leasing deals . Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories . more…
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Anker launches SOLIX S2000 power station + bundles starting from exclusive $598, EGO Z6 zero turn riding mower bundle new low, more. We’ve got some exciting Green Deals in our Tuesday edition this week, starting with Anker’s newly launched SOLIX S2000 Portable Power Station + bundles that start from $598 using our exclusive code (beating the standard $680 launch pricing).
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Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories .
Bbc
Jun 2, 17:08
King told me Post Office scandal was 'dreadful', says oldest victim
Betty Brown says she is accepting the honour on behalf of all the victims of the scandal.
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King told me Post Office scandal was 'dreadful', says oldest victim. Betty Brown says she is accepting the honour on behalf of all the victims of the scandal.
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Betty Brown says she is accepting the honour on behalf of all the victims of the scandal.
Cleantechnica
Jun 2, 16:51
Giant Solar Power Plant In Texas Gets A New Neighbor
The massive Hornet solar power plant hosts sheep and sheepdogs, and it is getting a new 201-megawatt companion array on adjacent land. The post Giant Solar Power Plant In Texas Gets A New Neighbor appeared first on CleanTechnica .
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The massive Hornet solar power plant hosts sheep and sheepdogs, and it is getting a new 201-megawatt companion array on adjacent land. The post Giant Solar Power Plant In Texas Gets A New Neighbor appeared first on CleanTechnica .
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The massive Hornet solar power plant hosts sheep and sheepdogs, and it is getting a new 201-megawatt companion array on adjacent land.
Electrek
Jun 2, 16:07
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is still on a tear as IONIQ 9 sales surge nearly 300%
Hyundai’s electric SUV continues winning over buyers after setting another sales record in May. The IONIQ 5 isn’t the only Hyundai EV that saw higher demand last month, with IONIQ 9 sales jumping nearly 300%. more…
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The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is still on a tear as IONIQ 9 sales surge nearly 300%. Hyundai’s electric SUV continues winning over buyers after setting another sales record in May. The IONIQ 5 isn’t the only Hyundai EV that saw higher demand last month, with IONIQ 9 sales jumping nearly 300%.
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Hyundai’s electric SUV continues winning over buyers after setting another sales record in May.
Electrek
Jun 2, 14:28
Mercedes CLA EV delivers an impressive nearly 400 miles of driving range in real-world test
The Mercedes-Benz CLA EV 350 has an EPA-estimated driving range of 312 miles, but in the real world, it drove close to 400 miles on a single charge. more…
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The Mercedes-Benz CLA EV 350 has an EPA-estimated driving range of 312 miles, but in the real world, it drove close to 400 miles on a single charge.
Electrek
Jun 2, 14:20
Tesla Semi tackles the Grapevine with a loaded trailer, leaves fleet operator ‘amazed’
Covenant Logistics, one of the largest trucking companies in the US with a fleet of over 2,600 tractors, completed a two-week evaluation of the Tesla Semi in California — including a loaded run over the notorious Grapevine pass on I-5. The company’s VP of Sustainability and Innovation, Matt McLelland, said the driver “was amazed at the performance of the Tesla Semi and felt a level of confidence that was hard to match in a diesel truck.” more…
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Covenant Logistics, one of the largest trucking companies in the US with a fleet of over 2,600 tractors, completed a two-week evaluation of the Tesla Semi in California — including a loaded run over the notorious Grapevine pass on I-5.
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Covenant Logistics, one of the largest trucking companies in the US with a fleet of over 2,600 tractors, completed a two-week evaluation of the Tesla Semi in California — including a loaded run over the notorious Grapevine pass on I-5.
Pv-magazine
Jun 2, 14:08
Rooftop PV helps South Africa pass one year without loadshedding
The build-out of rooftop solar, alongside lower demand and rising tariffs, are said to have helped South African utility Eskom surpass one year without loadshedding. The post Rooftop PV helps South Africa pass one year without loadshedding appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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The build-out of rooftop solar, alongside lower demand and rising tariffs, are said to have helped South African utility Eskom surpass one year without loadshedding. The post Rooftop PV helps South Africa pass one year without loadshedding appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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The build-out of rooftop solar, alongside lower demand and rising tariffs, are said to have helped South African utility Eskom surpass one year without loadshedding.
Theguardian
Jun 2, 14:00
There are thousands of dirty old drill sites in Colorado. The state gave oil firms a $1bn pass
Investigation reveals regulator let firms off the hook on cleanup bonds despite backlog that will take decades to clear When Christiaan van Woudenberg moved to Erie, Colorado , in 2007, he never imagined he would become an anti-fracking activist. He simply thought he was buying his dream home – a four-bedroom with a panoramic mountain view, 30 minutes north of downtown Denver . Then, in 2014, the drilling started. Oil and gas rigs sprang up, some just 800ft (240m) from his bedroom window. The dream turned to nightmare: loud noises rumbled all night long, and the air stank like exhaust. Neighbors started getting headaches and nosebleeds , and van Woudenberg developed new respiratory issues. He kept his windows shut and worried about his daughters going outside. Continue reading...
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There are thousands of dirty old drill sites in Colorado. He simply thought he was buying his dream home – a four-bedroom with a panoramic mountain view, 30 minutes north of downtown Denver . Oil and gas rigs sprang up, some just 800ft (240m) from his bedroom window.
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Investigation reveals regulator let firms off the hook on cleanup bonds despite backlog that will take decades to clear When Christiaan van Woudenberg moved to Erie, Colorado , in 2007, he never imagined he would become an anti-fracking activist.
Electrek
Jun 2, 13:51
Tesla patents camera wiper for self-driving — resulting in more doubts for FSD owners
Tesla has been granted a new patent for a miniature camera cleaning system with a built-in wiper designed to keep vehicle cameras clear for autonomous driving. The patent addresses one of the most frustrating and well-known issues with Tesla’s “Full Self-Driving” system — dirty cameras that constantly trigger alerts telling drivers to clean them. But Tesla’s Robotaxi fleet in Austin already has its own camera washer hardware that consumer vehicles don’t get. more…
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Tesla patents camera wiper for self-driving — resulting in more doubts for FSD owners. Tesla has been granted a new patent for a miniature camera cleaning system with a built-in wiper designed to keep vehicle cameras clear for autonomous driving.
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But Tesla’s Robotaxi fleet in Austin already has its own camera washer hardware that consumer vehicles don’t get.
Utilitydive
Jun 2, 12:55
Massachusetts ‘vehicle-to-everything’ demonstration hints at EV batteries’ grid potential
Certain light-duty vehicles have the potential to earn around $3,000 per summer, and school buses $12,000, by enrolling in the state’s virtual power plant, a state program manager told Utility Dive.
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State- and utility-led bidirectional charging programs, which require specialized charging equipment, are increasingly common across the United States. Pacific Gas & Electric, a California-based investor-owned utility, offers three bidirectional charging programs . Five electric school bus models are eligible as well.
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Certain light-duty vehicles have the potential to earn around $3,000 per summer, and school buses $12,000, by enrolling in the state’s virtual power plant, a state program manager told Utility Dive.
Electrek
Jun 2, 12:18
Rolls-Royce Spectre Series II gets NACS, 16% more range at 308 miles
Rolls-Royce has unveiled the Spectre Series II, bringing a 16% range increase to 308 EPA-estimated miles, a switch to the NACS charging standard in the US, and a 670 hp Black Badge variant that becomes the most powerful Rolls-Royce ever built. The update addresses two of the biggest criticisms of the $398,000 electric super coupe: limited range and reliance on CCS charging infrastructure. But it comes as Spectre sales dropped 47% in 2025, falling to just 1,002 units globally. Otherwise, the electric vehicle has been quite a success for the brand. more…
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Rolls-Royce Spectre Series II gets NACS, 16% more range at 308 miles. Rolls-Royce has unveiled the Spectre Series II, bringing a 16% range increase to 308 EPA-estimated miles, a switch to the NACS charging standard in the US, and a 670 hp Black Badge variant that becomes the most powerful Rolls-Royce ever built.
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The update addresses two of the biggest criticisms of the $398,000 electric super coupe: limited range and reliance on CCS charging infrastructure.
Electrek
Jun 2, 12:11
Brokk brings Ecovolve EL500 electric mini loader to the US
Designed to work in tight, noise-sensitive environments while carrying up to 500 kg (~1,100 lbs.) for a full shift, the Ecovolve EL500 is a uniquely competent and capable electric equipment option that can make it through a conventional man door – and Brokk is bringing it to America. more…
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Designed to work in tight, noise-sensitive environments while carrying up to 500 kg (~1,100 lbs.) for a full shift, the Ecovolve EL500 is a uniquely competent and capable electric equipment option that can make it through a conventional man door – and Brokk is bringing it to America.
Pv-magazine
Jun 2, 11:54
Planned solar gigafactory in France welcomes new investor
Ecolab has announced a €100 million ($116.5 million) investment across two French infrastructure projects, including the planned HoloSolis gigafactory for solar cells and modules. The post Planned solar gigafactory in France welcomes new investor appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Ecolab has announced a €100 million ($116.5 million) investment across two French infrastructure projects, including the planned HoloSolis gigafactory for solar cells and modules. The post Planned solar gigafactory in France welcomes new investor appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Utilitydive
Jun 2, 11:15
Data centers can raise temperatures, energy burdens in nearby neighborhoods: ASU study
Each one-degree increase in temperature will drive a higher use of air conditioning, which in turn will put more heat into the area, creating “a feedback loop,” researchers concluded.
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Each one-degree increase in temperature will drive a higher use of air conditioning, which in turn will put more heat into the area, creating “a feedback loop,” researchers concluded.
Pv-magazine
Jun 2, 11:11
Argentine football club inaugurates 120 kW solar system
Buenos Aires-based Club Atlético Vélez Sarsfield has switched on a 120 kW rooftop solar system on top of its football stadium, expected to cover up to 20% of its annual electricity demand. The post Argentine football club inaugurates 120 kW solar system appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Buenos Aires-based Club Atlético Vélez Sarsfield has switched on a 120 kW rooftop solar system on top of its football stadium, expected to cover up to 20% of its annual electricity demand. The post Argentine football club inaugurates 120 kW solar system appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Utilitydive
Jun 2, 11:00
DOE issues guidance ending gas-to-electric appliance rebates
The Department of Energy will instead allow rebates for “upgrading HVAC and appliances only from existing electric equipment to more efficient electric equipment.”
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The Department of Energy will instead allow rebates for “upgrading HVAC and appliances only from existing electric equipment to more efficient electric equipment.”
Pv-magazine
Jun 2, 10:08
Nextpower files patent lawsuit against Gamechange
In a lawsuit filed in the US District Court of Delaware, Nextpower alleges that Gamechange Energy has infringed on three of its patents related to tracker technology and software. Gamechange has denied the infringements and says it plans to mount a full defense. The post Nextpower files patent lawsuit against Gamechange appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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In a lawsuit filed in the US District Court of Delaware, Nextpower alleges that Gamechange Energy has infringed on three of its patents related to tracker technology and software. Gamechange has denied the infringements and says it plans to mount a full defense. The post Nextpower files patent lawsuit against Gamechange appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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In a lawsuit filed in the US District Court of Delaware, Nextpower alleges that Gamechange Energy has infringed on three of its patents related to tracker technology and software.
Pv-magazine
Jun 2, 10:00
Philippines proposes stricter PV, battery product certification rules
The proposed regulation for product safety and quality standards applies to all solar and PV components, whether locally manufactured or imported. The post Philippines proposes stricter PV, battery product certification rules appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Philippines proposes stricter PV, battery product certification rules. The proposed regulation for product safety and quality standards applies to all solar and PV components, whether locally manufactured or imported. The post Philippines proposes stricter PV, battery product certification rules appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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The post Philippines proposes stricter PV, battery product certification rules appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Utilitydive
Jun 2, 10:00
What does it take to restore a nuclear power plant?
Restarting previously closed nuclear plants could be one of the most cost-effective ways to supply large amounts of firm, clean electricity, writes Patrick White at Clean Air Task Force.
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Restarting previously closed nuclear plants could be one of the most cost-effective ways to supply large amounts of firm, clean electricity, writes Patrick White at Clean Air Task Force.
Utilitydive
Jun 2, 09:27
Eversource project ‘epitomizes’ flawed transmission reviews: New England states
New England “severely lacks” oversight of asset condition projects like Eversource Energy’s X-178 transmission project, the New England States Committee on Electricity told FERC.
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New England “severely lacks” oversight of asset condition projects like Eversource Energy’s X-178 transmission project, the New England States Committee on Electricity told FERC.
Pv-magazine
Jun 2, 09:17
Slovenia to introduce electricity sharing
Slovenia will launch electricity sharing on July 1, allowing solar owners to transfer excess electricity to designated recipients anywhere in the country at a mutually agreed price. Registration for the scheme is now open. The post Slovenia to introduce electricity sharing appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Slovenia to introduce electricity sharing. Registration for the scheme is now open. The post Slovenia to introduce electricity sharing appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Slovenia will launch electricity sharing on July 1, allowing solar owners to transfer excess electricity to designated recipients anywhere in the country at a mutually agreed price.
Pv-magazine
Jun 2, 09:00
Tongwei to showcase TNC 3.0 series at Intersolar Europe 2026
Tongwei will bring its next-generation flagship solar model – the TNC 3.0 series – to Intersolar Europe 2026 along with a lineup of additional new products and solutions. The post Tongwei to showcase TNC 3.0 series at Intersolar Europe 2026 appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Tongwei will bring its next-generation flagship solar model – the TNC 3.0 series – to Intersolar Europe 2026 along with a lineup of additional new products and solutions. The post Tongwei to showcase TNC 3.0 series at Intersolar Europe 2026 appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Tongwei will bring its next-generation flagship solar model – the TNC 3.0 series – to Intersolar Europe 2026 along with a lineup of additional new products and solutions.
Pv-magazine
Jun 2, 08:00
German startup advancing compressor-free electrocaloric heat pump technology
Qurie GmbH has developed a heat pump that replaces traditional vapor-compression cycles with solid-state materials, potentially reaching over 70% theoretical efficiency and cutting energy use by up to 30%. Its patented heat-pipe-based design enables fast evaporation-condensation heat transfer without complex mechanics, achieving up to 20 Hz operation and aiming for compact, efficient cooling in sub-10 kW applications. The post German startup advancing compressor-free electrocaloric heat pump technology appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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German startup advancing compressor-free electrocaloric heat pump technology. Its patented heat-pipe-based design enables fast evaporation-condensation heat transfer without complex mechanics, achieving up to 20 Hz operation and aiming for compact, efficient cooling in sub-10 kW applications.
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Qurie GmbH has developed a heat pump that replaces traditional vapor-compression cycles with solid-state materials, potentially reaching over 70% theoretical efficiency and cutting energy use by up to 30%.
Pv-magazine
Jun 2, 07:10
Marstek debuts new plug-in battery series
Marstek Energy has launched its Venus residential plug-in battery series, comprising the 2 kWh Venus E Mini, 5 kWh Venus E Gen 4.0 and 10 kWh Venus E Max. The new battery familiy is suitable for applications ranging from balcony solar storage to whole-home energy management and backup power. The post Marstek debuts new plug-in battery series appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Marstek debuts new plug-in battery series. The new battery familiy is suitable for applications ranging from balcony solar storage to whole-home energy management and backup power. The post Marstek debuts new plug-in battery series appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Marstek Energy has launched its Venus residential plug-in battery series, comprising the 2 kWh Venus E Mini, 5 kWh Venus E Gen 4.0 and 10 kWh Venus E Max.
Pv-magazine
Jun 2, 07:00
The case for vehicle-integrated phovoltaics in disaster zones
A new IEA PVPS report makes a rigorous case that solar electric vehicles are not just transport, but rather a distributed, mobile, fuel-free emergency energy network that could redefine disaster preparedness. The post The case for vehicle-integrated phovoltaics in disaster zones appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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A new IEA PVPS report makes a rigorous case that solar electric vehicles are not just transport, but rather a distributed, mobile, fuel-free emergency energy network that could redefine disaster preparedness. The post The case for vehicle-integrated phovoltaics in disaster zones appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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A new IEA PVPS report makes a rigorous case that solar electric vehicles are not just transport, but rather a distributed, mobile, fuel-free emergency energy network that could redefine disaster preparedness.
Utilitydive
Jun 2, 07:00
How the U.S. solar industry can solve its 53K-worker challenge
The solar workforce challenge is significant but solvable. Here’s how to close the gap.
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solar industry can solve its 53K-worker challenge. The solar workforce challenge is significant but solvable.
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The solar workforce challenge is significant but solvable.
Pv-magazine
Jun 2, 06:30
Sungrow launches solar module integrating AI, power electronics
The PV module integrates AI-powered diagnostics, rapid shutdown, self-cleaning, self-cooling and lifecycle data management functions. The company said the module can improve plant safety, monitoring capabilities and energy yield, with initial deployment planned in its own solar projects. The post Sungrow launches solar module integrating AI, power electronics appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Sungrow launches solar module integrating AI, power electronics. The PV module integrates AI-powered diagnostics, rapid shutdown, self-cleaning, self-cooling and lifecycle data management functions. The company said the module can improve plant safety, monitoring capabilities and energy yield, with initial deployment planned in its own solar projects.
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The post Sungrow launches solar module integrating AI, power electronics appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Pv-magazine
Jun 2, 06:00
Stabilizing perovskite solar cells with chlorine
Researchers have managed to bypass the formation of a yellow phase during the degradation of formamidinium lead iodide cells. They did so by tailoring the formation and degradation pathways with specific additives. Researcher: The additives stabilize the system. The post Stabilizing perovskite solar cells with chlorine appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Researchers have managed to bypass the formation of a yellow phase during the degradation of formamidinium lead iodide cells. They did so by tailoring the formation and degradation pathways with specific additives. Researcher: The additives stabilize the system.
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The post Stabilizing perovskite solar cells with chlorine appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Pv-magazine
Jun 2, 05:00
Betting on batteries: addressing intermittent inefficiencies at scale
Europe’s energy prices are rising due to fossil fuel shocks, while Spain’s renewable investment has boosted energy independence and reduced price volatility. The future of power depends on combining renewables with storage and flexible systems to balance supply, improve reliability, and stabilize the grid. The post Betting on batteries: addressing intermittent inefficiencies at scale appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Betting on batteries: addressing intermittent inefficiencies at scale. The future of power depends on combining renewables with storage and flexible systems to balance supply, improve reliability, and stabilize the grid. The post Betting on batteries: addressing intermittent inefficiencies at scale appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Europe’s energy prices are rising due to fossil fuel shocks, while Spain’s renewable investment has boosted energy independence and reduced price volatility.
Pv-magazine
Jun 2, 04:30
SEG Solar announces third U.S. manufacturing site
The company says the planned 4.6 GW facility will bring its total domestic capacity to 10.6 GW and support its transition to next-generation HJT cell technology. The post SEG Solar announces third U.S. manufacturing site appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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SEG Solar announces third U.S. The post SEG Solar announces third U.S. manufacturing site appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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The company says the planned 4.6 GW facility will bring its total domestic capacity to 10.6 GW and support its transition to next-generation HJT cell technology.
Bbc
Jun 2, 04:23
Steph Curry signs with Chinese brand Li-Ning after Under Armour split
Chinese firms have been vying to secure deals with big stars as they push to become global brands.
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Steph Curry signs with Chinese brand Li-Ning after Under Armour split. Chinese firms have been vying to secure deals with big stars as they push to become global brands.
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Chinese firms have been vying to secure deals with big stars as they push to become global brands.
Electrek
Jun 1, 22:41
Volvo CE, Hitachi Energy set to partner on zero emission job sites
Volvo CE and Hitachi Energy have signed an MOU to support and accelerate the deployment of battery electric construction equipment powered by a clean, renewable energy supply that’s backed by intelligent energy storage and management. more…
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Volvo CE and Hitachi Energy have signed an MOU to support and accelerate the deployment of battery electric construction equipment powered by a clean, renewable energy supply that’s backed by intelligent energy storage and management.
Electrek
Jun 1, 22:22
Texas adds another huge solar farm as ERCOT grid demand soars
Texas keeps piling on solar projects as electricity demand surges on the ERCOT grid – and now another massive one is moving ahead. more…
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Texas keeps piling on solar projects as electricity demand surges on the ERCOT grid – and now another massive one is moving ahead.
Electrek
Jun 1, 21:50
Toyota pulls the plug on one of its most important EVs
The low-slung Lexus LF-ZC electric sedan is dead. Toyota is scrapping plans to launch the next-gen luxury EV, which was expected to enter production later this year with advanced new batteries and a dedicated platform. more…
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Toyota pulls the plug on one of its most important EVs. The low-slung Lexus LF-ZC electric sedan is dead. Toyota is scrapping plans to launch the next-gen luxury EV, which was expected to enter production later this year with advanced new batteries and a dedicated platform.
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The low-slung Lexus LF-ZC electric sedan is dead.
Electrek
Jun 1, 21:05
BYD plans to bring all-solid-state batteries to EVs by 2027, but it’s not alone
The next generation of EV batteries may be closer than expected. BYD and several others plan to begin deploying EVs with all-solid-state batteries in just a few months. more…
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BYD plans to bring all-solid-state batteries to EVs by 2027, but it’s not alone. The next generation of EV batteries may be closer than expected. BYD and several others plan to begin deploying EVs with all-solid-state batteries in just a few months.
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The next generation of EV batteries may be closer than expected.
Electrek
Jun 1, 18:00
EcoFlow Hurricane Prep Sale offers 2,048Wh DELTA 2 Max power station $899, EGO 3,200 PSI pressure washer $699 low, more
Happy June, everyone! We’re kicking off this week’s (and month’s) Green Deal coverage with the appropriately launched EcoFlow Hurricane Season Prep Sale that offers up to 61% power station discounts, like the 2,048Wh DELTA 2 Max Portable Power Station at its second-lowest $899 pricing, among many others. Right behind that, we spotted the second 2026 opportunity to grab EGO’s 3,200 PSI Electric Pressure Washer with 2x 6.0Ah batteries at its $699 low , as well as Govee’s Matter Outdoor Lamp Post at a new $200 low , the latest ECOVACS Ultramarine P1 Robot Pool Cleaner at a new $424 low , Worx’s 20V PowerShare Cordless Electric Pole/Chainsaw 2026 low, and much more waiting for you below. Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek ’s best EV buying and leasing deals . Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories . more…
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EcoFlow Hurricane Prep Sale offers 2,048Wh DELTA 2 Max power station $899, EGO 3,200 PSI pressure washer $699 low, more. Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek ’s best EV buying and leasing deals . Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories .
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Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories .
Electrek
Jun 1, 17:13
Tesla FSD v14 is so good it’s making me dangerously complacent
I was the first journalist to test Tesla’s Autopilot before it launched over a decade ago. I’ve tested every version of Autopilot and “Full Self-Driving” since. FSD v14 is by far the most impressive — and that’s exactly what makes it the most dangerous. The danger isn’t that FSD v14 is bad. The danger is that it’s so good enough that it can make you stop paying attention — and Tesla is not doing enough to discourage complacency. In fact, I’d argue that it is actively encouraging complacency with its marketing. more…
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Tesla FSD v14 is so good it’s making me dangerously complacent. The danger isn’t that FSD v14 is bad. The danger is that it’s so good enough that it can make you stop paying attention — and Tesla is not doing enough to discourage complacency.
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I was the first journalist to test Tesla’s Autopilot before it launched over a decade ago.
Electrek
Jun 1, 16:30
BYD’s overseas sales are booming, topping 160,000 for the first time in May
BYD posted higher sales growth in May for the first time in eight months, driven by record overseas demand. With orders for new vehicles equipped with its new battery and charging tech surging, BYD is now struggling to meet demand. more…
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BYD’s overseas sales are booming, topping 160,000 for the first time in May. BYD posted higher sales growth in May for the first time in eight months, driven by record overseas demand. With orders for new vehicles equipped with its new battery and charging tech surging, BYD is now struggling to meet demand.
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BYD posted higher sales growth in May for the first time in eight months, driven by record overseas demand.
Pv-magazine
Jun 1, 14:17
France’s cumulative solar capacity reaches 33 GW
New solar capacity installed during the first quarter of 2026 reached 1,495 MW in France, slightly down on the level recorded over the first quarter of 2025. The post France’s cumulative solar capacity reaches 33 GW appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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New solar capacity installed during the first quarter of 2026 reached 1,495 MW in France, slightly down on the level recorded over the first quarter of 2025. The post France’s cumulative solar capacity reaches 33 GW appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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New solar capacity installed during the first quarter of 2026 reached 1,495 MW in France, slightly down on the level recorded over the first quarter of 2025.
Pv-magazine
Jun 1, 13:52
Most South African municipalities under recover electricity costs
Research from South Africa finds that stakeholder views of rooftop solar are often misinformed, with the belief that municipal electricity revenue is a ‘cash cow’ proving not supported by system-wide data. The post Most South African municipalities under recover electricity costs appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Research from South Africa finds that stakeholder views of rooftop solar are often misinformed, with the belief that municipal electricity revenue is a ‘cash cow’ proving not supported by system-wide data. The post Most South African municipalities under recover electricity costs appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Research from South Africa finds that stakeholder views of rooftop solar are often misinformed, with the belief that municipal electricity revenue is a ‘cash cow’ proving not supported by system-wide data.
Pv-magazine
Jun 1, 13:49
Tandem PV announces 30.4% efficient perovskite/silicon demonstration module
The 100 cm² mini-module, featuring the company’s proprietary 4-terminal perovskite glass layer atop a high-efficiency Maxeon IBC silicon solar cell, is now in third-party certification. Company CEO Scott Wharton says the breakthrough paves the way for full-size modules that hit 28% efficiency later this year, aimed at the utility-scale market. The post Tandem PV announces 30.4% efficient perovskite/silicon demonstration module appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Tandem PV announces 30.4% efficient perovskite/silicon demonstration module. Company CEO Scott Wharton says the breakthrough paves the way for full-size modules that hit 28% efficiency later this year, aimed at the utility-scale market. The post Tandem PV announces 30.4% efficient perovskite/silicon demonstration module appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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The 100 cm² mini-module, featuring the company’s proprietary 4-terminal perovskite glass layer atop a high-efficiency Maxeon IBC silicon solar cell, is now in third-party certification.
Pv-magazine
Jun 1, 13:47
Spanish building renovated with photovoltaic railings
A collaboration between Saint-Gobain Glassolutions, Onyx Solar and Comenza has integrated photovoltaic glass into a railing system of an apartment building in Spain. The post Spanish building renovated with photovoltaic railings appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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A collaboration between Saint-Gobain Glassolutions, Onyx Solar and Comenza has integrated photovoltaic glass into a railing system of an apartment building in Spain. The post Spanish building renovated with photovoltaic railings appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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A collaboration between Saint-Gobain Glassolutions, Onyx Solar and Comenza has integrated photovoltaic glass into a railing system of an apartment building in Spain.
Foxbusiness
Jun 1, 13:16
Jamie Dimon calls Coinbase CEO 'full of s--t,' vows to fight crypto-friendly bill in Congress
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon slams Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong and vows an all-out industry fight against the crypto-friendly CLARITY Act in Congress.
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JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon slams Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong and vows an all-out industry fight against the crypto-friendly CLARITY Act in Congress.
Utilitydive
Jun 1, 10:51
Access to real-time electricity data should be a basic consumer right
The technology exists and the infrastructure is there. What is missing is a clear requirement that customers can see their own electricity use, writes Joel Hicks, a visiting assistant professor at the University of Oregon.
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Access to real-time electricity data should be a basic consumer right. The technology exists and the infrastructure is there. What is missing is a clear requirement that customers can see their own electricity use, writes Joel Hicks, a visiting assistant professor at the University of Oregon.
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What is missing is a clear requirement that customers can see their own electricity use, writes Joel Hicks, a visiting assistant professor at the University of Oregon.
Pv-magazine
Jun 1, 10:31
Türkiye adds 1.97 GW of solar in January-April
Türkiye’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Alparslan Bayraktar, says solar is on track to overtake hydropower as the country’s leading source of electricity generation by the year end. The post Türkiye adds 1.97 GW of solar in January-April appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Türkiye’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Alparslan Bayraktar, says solar is on track to overtake hydropower as the country’s leading source of electricity generation by the year end. The post Türkiye adds 1.97 GW of solar in January-April appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Türkiye’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Alparslan Bayraktar, says solar is on track to overtake hydropower as the country’s leading source of electricity generation by the year end.
Utilitydive
Jun 1, 10:22
Load growth can help modernize grid, but cost-shift risks are significant: Concentric
On-site generation can be an interim solution as projects await full grid interconnection, but “widespread reliance on off‑grid systems is not a durable path forward,” Concentric said in a new report.
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On-site generation can be an interim solution as projects await full grid interconnection, but “widespread reliance on off‑grid systems is not a durable path forward,” Concentric said in a new report.
Pv-magazine
Jun 1, 10:16
Trina Solar announces 907 W tandem solar module with 29.2% efficiency
The module achieved a full-panel conversion efficiency of 29.2% in testing by Germany’s TÜV SÜD and is designed for mass production rather than laboratory-scale use. The post Trina Solar announces 907 W tandem solar module with 29.2% efficiency appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Trina Solar announces 907 W tandem solar module with 29.2% efficiency. The module achieved a full-panel conversion efficiency of 29.2% in testing by Germany’s TÜV SÜD and is designed for mass production rather than laboratory-scale use. The post Trina Solar announces 907 W tandem solar module with 29.2% efficiency appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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The post Trina Solar announces 907 W tandem solar module with 29.2% efficiency appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Utilitydive
Jun 1, 10:00
Philadelphia clean energy campaign turned millions invested into billions saved. Here’s how.
By blending public and private financing, green banking and a coalition of labor, housing and community partners, the city generated 11,000 jobs and $1.4 billion in energy savings — with minimal federal dollars, an economic impact report found.
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By blending public and private financing, green banking and a coalition of labor, housing and community partners, the city generated 11,000 jobs and $1.4 billion in energy savings — with minimal federal dollars, an economic impact report found.
Electrek
Jun 1, 09:46
BYD will pay for crashes on its FSD competitor, something Tesla never has
BYD says it will assume full financial liability for at-fault accidents that happen while its “God’s Eye” urban driving system is active in China — with no cap on the payout. It’s a commitment Tesla has never made for “Full Self-Driving,” and it flips the industry’s standard liability model on its head. more…
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BYD will pay for crashes on its FSD competitor, something Tesla never has. BYD says it will assume full financial liability for at-fault accidents that happen while its “God’s Eye” urban driving system is active in China — with no cap on the payout. It’s a commitment Tesla has never made for “Full Self-Driving,” and it flips the industry’s standard liability model on its head.
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It’s a commitment Tesla has never made for “Full Self-Driving,” and it flips the industry’s standard liability model on its head.
Pv-magazine
Jun 1, 09:17
Hoymiles launches new hybrid residential battery series
Hoymiles has launched the HiBattery 4020 hybrid series for residential storage, including the PV-coupled 4020 X and AC-coupled 4020 AC designed for retrofit solar systems. Both models are modular and use LiFePO₄ cells with advanced safety features. The post Hoymiles launches new hybrid residential battery series appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Hoymiles launches new hybrid residential battery series. Both models are modular and use LiFePO₄ cells with advanced safety features. The post Hoymiles launches new hybrid residential battery series appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Hoymiles has launched the HiBattery 4020 hybrid series for residential storage, including the PV-coupled 4020 X and AC-coupled 4020 AC designed for retrofit solar systems.
Pv-magazine
Jun 1, 09:00
JinkoSolar shipped 86.8 GW of modules in 2025, securing lead in global sales for the seventh time
The manufacturer recently released its 2025 annual report and Q1 2026 report. By the end of Q1 2026, JinkoSolar’s cumulative global module shipments had surpassed 400 GW. The company expects high-power modules above 640 W to account for more than 60% of its total module shipments in 2026. The post JinkoSolar shipped 86.8 GW of modules in 2025, securing lead in global sales for the seventh time appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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JinkoSolar shipped 86.8 GW of modules in 2025, securing lead in global sales for the seventh time. By the end of Q1 2026, JinkoSolar’s cumulative global module shipments had surpassed 400 GW. The post JinkoSolar shipped 86.8 GW of modules in 2025, securing lead in global sales for the seventh time appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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The manufacturer recently released its 2025 annual report and Q1 2026 report.
Utilitydive
Jun 1, 08:56
PJM monitor urges FERC to condition MARA power plant buy for data center complex
The $1.5 billion deal should only be approved if MARA agrees to keep the Long Ridge power plant in the PJM Interconnection markets, Monitoring Analytics told FERC.
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The $1.5 billion deal should only be approved if MARA agrees to keep the Long Ridge power plant in the PJM Interconnection markets, Monitoring Analytics told FERC.
Pv-magazine
Jun 1, 08:24
Lesotho seeks consultants for floating PV feasibility study
A tender is open in Lesotho covering a feasibility study on the development of floating PV on two of the country's largest artificial lakes. The deadline for applications is June 29. The post Lesotho seeks consultants for floating PV feasibility study appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Lesotho seeks consultants for floating PV feasibility study. A tender is open in Lesotho covering a feasibility study on the development of floating PV on two of the country's largest artificial lakes. The deadline for applications is June 29.
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The post Lesotho seeks consultants for floating PV feasibility study appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Pv-magazine
Jun 1, 07:41
Scale key to viable polysilicon production in Australia, study finds
A UNSW-ARENA report finds Australia could compete in premium polysilicon markets by leveraging low-cost renewable energy, strong ESG credentials, and access to raw materials, despite China’s current low-price oversupply. The post Scale key to viable polysilicon production in Australia, study finds appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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A UNSW-ARENA report finds Australia could compete in premium polysilicon markets by leveraging low-cost renewable energy, strong ESG credentials, and access to raw materials, despite China’s current low-price oversupply. The post Scale key to viable polysilicon production in Australia, study finds appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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A UNSW-ARENA report finds Australia could compete in premium polysilicon markets by leveraging low-cost renewable energy, strong ESG credentials, and access to raw materials, despite China’s current low-price oversupply.
Pv-magazine
Jun 1, 07:10
AI platforms split on how far to push solar O&M automation
Automation in solar operations and maintenance (O&M) is breaking into distinct approaches over how far machines should move from analysis into execution, with AI platforms drawing different lines around human control. The post AI platforms split on how far to push solar O&M automation appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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AI platforms split on how far to push solar O&M automation. Automation in solar operations and maintenance (O&M) is breaking into distinct approaches over how far machines should move from analysis into execution, with AI platforms drawing different lines around human control.
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The post AI platforms split on how far to push solar O&M automation appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Pv-magazine
Jun 1, 06:50
Nanoscale device converts wasted infrared light from PV systems into usable energy
Researchers at UNSW Sydney have developed a nanoscale device capable of converting low-energy infrared and red light into higher-energy visible light, a finding that could improve the efficiency of solar panels. The post Nanoscale device converts wasted infrared light from PV systems into usable energy appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Researchers at UNSW Sydney have developed a nanoscale device capable of converting low-energy infrared and red light into higher-energy visible light, a finding that could improve the efficiency of solar panels. The post Nanoscale device converts wasted infrared light from PV systems into usable energy appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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Researchers at UNSW Sydney have developed a nanoscale device capable of converting low-energy infrared and red light into higher-energy visible light, a finding that could improve the efficiency of solar panels.
Electrek
Jun 1, 06:13
A court just decided how much foot movement counts as ‘pedaling’ an e-bike
In a fascinating case that is sure to spark more casual arguments than it settled, a judge was recently forced to make a ruling on whether or not “mime pedaling” counted as truly pedaling an electric bike. more…
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In a fascinating case that is sure to spark more casual arguments than it settled, a judge was recently forced to make a ruling on whether or not “mime pedaling” counted as truly pedaling an electric bike.
Pv-magazine
Jun 1, 05:41
CATL opens large-scale energy storage validation platform in Xiamen
The facility will test grid integration, safety, reliability, combustion and EMC performance for storage systems. The post CATL opens large-scale energy storage validation platform in Xiamen appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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CATL opens large-scale energy storage validation platform in Xiamen. The facility will test grid integration, safety, reliability, combustion and EMC performance for storage systems. The post CATL opens large-scale energy storage validation platform in Xiamen appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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The facility will test grid integration, safety, reliability, combustion and EMC performance for storage systems.
Pv-magazine
Jun 1, 05:37
The U.S. will have more than 950 clean energy manufacturing facilities by 2030: report
A report from the American Clean Power Association says 825 existing clean energy manufacturing facilities currently support more than 215,000 American jobs at wages 35% higher than the average, contributing $31 billion to the U.S. GDP annually. The number of jobs is expected to grow to 374,000 by 2030. The post The U.S. will have more than 950 clean energy manufacturing facilities by 2030: report appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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will have more than 950 clean energy manufacturing facilities by 2030: report. The number of jobs is expected to grow to 374,000 by 2030. will have more than 950 clean energy manufacturing facilities by 2030: report appeared first on pv magazine Global .
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A report from the American Clean Power Association says 825 existing clean energy manufacturing facilities currently support more than 215,000 American jobs at wages 35% higher than the average, contributing $31 billion to the U.S.
Utilitydive
Jun 1, 05:00
How utilities can add capacity in months, not years
For utilities managing surging electricity demand, a scalable, non-wires approach to expanding grid capacity can be deployed in just a few months.
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For utilities managing surging electricity demand, a scalable, non-wires approach to expanding grid capacity can be deployed in just a few months.
Utilitydive
Jun 1, 05:00
What lies beneath: Unearthing advanced compressed air energy storage
More than 2,000 feet below the surface, long duration energy storage is being built to deliver reliability where the grid needs it most.
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More than 2,000 feet below the surface, long duration energy storage is being built to deliver reliability where the grid needs it most.
Theguardian
May 31, 16:36
Local government could also do more to help with the cost of living | Letter
Cllr Lucy Shaw says councils could take up many policies to help, including more support for rooftop solar installations Your editorial is right that the government could be doing more to help with the cost of living ( The Guardian view on Britain’s coming energy shock: mini-measures won’t suffice, 22 May ). That extends to local government, too. Renewable energy projects, from the industrial scale right down to rooftops, can be scuppered locally even if there is national support. The wealthiest borough in the entire country, Kensington and Chelsea, has the nation’s lowest rooftop solar installation rate, at just 0.6% of households according to the MCS installer database . This is despite touting groundbreaking policies to make it easier to build solar in conservation areas. There are so many local policies that would help. Coordinating solar installations by street could lead to material cost savings, as would simpler permitting rules, and installations on council-owned rooftops. When 80% of cars in the borough are parked on the street , cost-effective public charging is essential to ensure that drivers can make the switch, like offering discounted charging when grid power is cheapest. Partnering with housing associations, charities, and energy suppliers to help people access energy efficiency services and government capital grants, or negotiate payment plans for their bills could go a long way to making people feel more secure. Continue reading...
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That extends to local government, too. Renewable energy projects, from the industrial scale right down to rooftops, can be scuppered locally even if there is national support. This is despite touting groundbreaking policies to make it easier to build solar in conservation areas.
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Cllr Lucy Shaw says councils could take up many policies to help, including more support for rooftop solar installations Your editorial is right that the government could be doing more to help with the cost of living ( The Guardian view on Britain’s coming energy shock: mini-measures won’t suffice, 22 May ).
Theguardian
May 31, 16:30
The Guardian view on the Aberdeen South byelection: the politics of energy take centre stage | Editorial
While Westminster’s attention is focused on Andy Burnham and Makerfield, another pivotal byelection is taking place in Scotland’s north-east The coming byelection in Makerfield, from where Andy Burnham aspires to make rapid progress towards Downing Street, is perhaps the most consequential in British political history. But the decision by the Scottish National party’s former Westminster leader, Stephen Flynn, to relocate to Holyrood means that another pivotal contest is taking place more than 350 miles to the north. If Makerfield is a test case for Mr Burnham and Labour’s ability to see off Reform UK, Mr Flynn’s old constituency of Aberdeen South is on the frontline of the increasingly fraught politics of North Sea oil. Labour, despite finishing second in the 2024 general election thanks largely to anti-Tory tactical voting, will not be expecting much this time round. The ramifications of Donald Trump’s reckless war in Iran have exposed Britain’s ongoing vulnerability to fossil-fuel-related energy shocks, highlighting the practical benefits of moving to a green economy. But the knock-on effects of the closure of the strait of Hormuz have also been a gift for the Scottish Conservatives and Reform, who are framing the byelection as a local referendum on reviving oil and gas production beyond Westminster-imposed limits. Continue reading...
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The Guardian view on the Aberdeen South byelection: the politics of energy take centre stage | Editorial. But the decision by the Scottish National party’s former Westminster leader, Stephen Flynn, to relocate to Holyrood means that another pivotal contest is taking place more than 350 miles to the north.
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While Westminster’s attention is focused on Andy Burnham and Makerfield, another pivotal byelection is taking place in Scotland’s north-east The coming byelection in Makerfield, from where Andy Burnham aspires to make rapid progress towards Downing Street, is perhaps the most consequential in British political history.
Theguardian
May 31, 15:00
Gas usage has peaked and is now in structural decline across Australia, report says
Grattan Institute calls on Labor to set policies that will further reduce the use of gas in order to meet net zero targets Sign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free Clear Air newsletter here After more than a half a century of growth, the use of gas in Australia has peaked in all sectors and entered a “structural decline”. But use will need to fall fast to meet climate targets, according to new research from an influential thinktank. The Grattan Institute warned the government had failed to acknowledge the decline and instead needed policies to further reduce gas use and avoid the need for expensive carbon capture technologies to meet net zero targets. Sign up to get climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s Clear Air column as a free newsletter Continue reading...
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Gas usage has peaked and is now in structural decline across Australia, report says. But use will need to fall fast to meet climate targets, according to new research from an influential thinktank.
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Grattan Institute calls on Labor to set policies that will further reduce the use of gas in order to meet net zero targets Sign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free Clear Air newsletter here After more than a half a century of growth, the use of gas in Australia has peaked in all sectors and entered a “structural decline”.
Electrek
May 31, 15:00
A SpaceX/Tesla merger could trigger Musk’s $1T pay package automatically
SpaceX has a big IPO coming up, but the next step might be a merger of SpaceX and Tesla. And if so, it could be a backdoor to triggering Elon Musk’s trillion-dollar pay package automatically, without having to meet any of the operational milestones, thus diluting everyone’s shares without delivering on the promises that were made. more…
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A SpaceX/Tesla merger could trigger Musk’s $1T pay package automatically. SpaceX has a big IPO coming up, but the next step might be a merger of SpaceX and Tesla. And if so, it could be a backdoor to triggering Elon Musk’s trillion-dollar pay package automatically, without having to meet any of the operational milestones, thus diluting everyone’s shares without delivering on t…
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SpaceX has a big IPO coming up, but the next step might be a merger of SpaceX and Tesla.
Theguardian
May 31, 10:49
Wes Streeting backs calls for national insurance cut and North Sea drilling
Labour leadership hopeful says NI reduction for firms could ‘incentivise’ hiring, particularly of younger people Wes Streeting has backed calls for national insurance cuts for businesses, and for the government to drill for oil and gas in the North Sea. The former health secretary and potential Labour leadership candidate told the Sunday Times there should be a “targeted reduction” of employers’ national insurance contribution as a way to “actively incentivise” hiring, particularly of young people. Continue reading...
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Labour leadership hopeful says NI reduction for firms could ‘incentivise’ hiring, particularly of younger people Wes Streeting has backed calls for national insurance cuts for businesses, and for the government to drill for oil and gas in the North Sea.
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Labour leadership hopeful says NI reduction for firms could ‘incentivise’ hiring, particularly of younger people Wes Streeting has backed calls for national insurance cuts for businesses, and for the government to drill for oil and gas in the North Sea.
Electrek
May 31, 05:36
Juiced Bikes now shipping its game-changing electric mopeds in the US
Juiced Bikes says its newly launched Scrambler e-bikes are now officially in stock and shipping, marking the next step in the brand’s return after its acquisition and relaunch under the team behind Lectric eBikes. more…
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Juiced Bikes says its newly launched Scrambler e-bikes are now officially in stock and shipping, marking the next step in the brand’s return after its acquisition and relaunch under the team behind Lectric eBikes.
Theguardian
May 31, 00:00
The household battery revolution that could change energy bills … and the world
Australia is pioneering a revolution in home renewables and battery use, proving what is possible with the right policies The timing was rich with symbolism. As intense heatwaves pummelled Europe and Asia, and oil markets around the world leapt and sputtered, the two big chimneys of one of Australia’s largest power stations were being demolished. Meanwhile, the Australian energy minister was holding a media conference to hail a fall of up to 10% in the benchmark electricity price in parts of the country. Quietly, and with surprisingly little fanfare from the rest of the world, Australia is pioneering a revolution in home renewables and battery use, proving what is possible with the right policies. The country was already one of the global leaders in domestic solar power, with panels on one in three homes. It also remains, however, a major contributor to the climate crisis through its vast fossil fuel exports. But it is batteries that are giving Australia a new burst of speed. Continue reading...
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The household battery revolution that could change energy bills … and the world. As intense heatwaves pummelled Europe and Asia, and oil markets around the world leapt and sputtered, the two big chimneys of one of Australia’s largest power stations were being demolished.
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Australia is pioneering a revolution in home renewables and battery use, proving what is possible with the right policies The timing was rich with symbolism.
Electrek
May 30, 16:20
Tesla’s ‘Full Self-Driving’ fraud lawsuit gets first hearing in China — 10 owners seek $583K
A Beijing court held its first hearing in a consumer fraud lawsuit against Tesla over its “Full Self-Driving” software, with 10 owners seeking more than 3.95 million yuan ($583,000) in damages. The case, which we first covered when it was filed last September , has grown from 7 to 10 plaintiffs and marks China’s first collective legal challenge targeting Tesla’s FSD promises. more…
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A Beijing court held its first hearing in a consumer fraud lawsuit against Tesla over its “Full Self-Driving” software, with 10 owners seeking more than 3.95 million yuan ($583,000) in damages. The case, which we first covered when it was filed last September , has grown from 7 to 10 plaintiffs and marks China’s first collective legal challenge targeting Tesla’s FSD promises.
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A Beijing court held its first hearing in a consumer fraud lawsuit against Tesla over its “Full Self-Driving” software, with 10 owners seeking more than 3.95 million yuan ($583,000) in damages.
Electrek
May 30, 14:24
CT keeps home solar incentive alive through 2035, batteries are the big winners
A new bill extending home and community solar incentive programs has passed both houses of the Connecticut Senate, and just needs Governor Ned Lamont’s signature to make it into law. It’s taken us a while to parse through it, but one thing is clear: batteries are the big winners . more…
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CT keeps home solar incentive alive through 2035, batteries are the big winners. A new bill extending home and community solar incentive programs has passed both houses of the Connecticut Senate, and just needs Governor Ned Lamont’s signature to make it into law. It’s taken us a while to parse through it, but one thing is clear: batteries are the big winners .
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A new bill extending home and community solar incentive programs has passed both houses of the Connecticut Senate, and just needs Governor Ned Lamont’s signature to make it into law.
Electrek
May 30, 14:00
We could all learn from Australia’s growing movement to tax gas
During a global moment where oil prices are spiking tremendously, a movement to increase gas taxes is brewing in Australia. And if it does succeed, it could provide a template that could help other countries not only fund their own prosperity, but reduce the tremendous damage done by fossil fuels. more…
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We could all learn from Australia’s growing movement to tax gas. During a global moment where oil prices are spiking tremendously, a movement to increase gas taxes is brewing in Australia. And if it does succeed, it could provide a template that could help other countries not only fund their own prosperity, but reduce the tremendous damage done by fossil fuels.
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During a global moment where oil prices are spiking tremendously, a movement to increase gas taxes is brewing in Australia.
Electrek
May 30, 13:42
Fortescue Nabrawind deploy first crane-less wind turbine in Africa
Fortescue ‘s recently-acquired turbine subsidiary Nabrawind has done something that was believed to be impossible: they’ve installed a full-scale, energy producing wind turbine in harsh Namibian conditions using a new, crane-less deployment process. more…
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Fortescue ‘s recently-acquired turbine subsidiary Nabrawind has done something that was believed to be impossible: they’ve installed a full-scale, energy producing wind turbine in harsh Namibian conditions using a new, crane-less deployment process.
Electrek
May 30, 12:28
Tourists can experience Athabasca Glacier in this first-ever ELECTRIC Ice Explorer [video]
Built to allow up to 52 guests to explore the frozen wilderness of Alberta’s Jasper National Park in serene, environmentally responsible silence, the new Electric Ice Explorer joining Pursuit Banff’s Columbia Icefield Adventure fleet is a machine that’s packed with firsts. more…
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Built to allow up to 52 guests to explore the frozen wilderness of Alberta’s Jasper National Park in serene, environmentally responsible silence, the new Electric Ice Explorer joining Pursuit Banff’s Columbia Icefield Adventure fleet is a machine that’s packed with firsts.
Theguardian
May 30, 12:00
Why $1bn in Balkans energy contracts are going to an obscure company connected to Donald Trump
Guardian investigation shows how US presidency blurs line between policy and enrichment of American ruling family and those around it On a graffitied Sarajevo backstreet, a path leads past an overgrown patch of garden to a white door. Beyond is the registered office of a company that is on the brink of winning contracts worth more than $1bn. AAFS Infrastructure and Energy is close to securing a concession to build and operate a pipeline across the Balkans to allow fossil gas shipped from the US to replace supplies that come from Russia. “This could be the most important infrastructure project ever in Bosnia and Herzegovina,” says one of the country’s top officials, who, like others, asks to remain anonymous to discuss sensitive negotiations. Continue reading...
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Why $1bn in Balkans energy contracts are going to an obscure company connected to Donald Trump. Beyond is the registered office of a company that is on the brink of winning contracts worth more than $1bn.
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Guardian investigation shows how US presidency blurs line between policy and enrichment of American ruling family and those around it On a graffitied Sarajevo backstreet, a path leads past an overgrown patch of garden to a white door.
Cleantechnica
May 30, 01:18
The Buick Electra L7 BEV Looks Awesome — But Only For China
American car company Buick, huge with grandparents back when I was a kid, has released a very cool looking new sedan, the Buick Electra L7 BEV. Unfortunately, it won’t be available in the US. It’s a model developed solely for China. Of course, as things have evolved over time, Buick ... [continued] The post The Buick Electra L7 BEV Looks Awesome — But Only For China appeared first on CleanTechnica .
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Unfortunately, it won’t be available in the US. It’s a model developed solely for China. [continued] The post The Buick Electra L7 BEV Looks Awesome — But Only For China appeared first on CleanTechnica .
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American car company Buick, huge with grandparents back when I was a kid, has released a very cool looking new sedan, the Buick Electra L7 BEV.
Theguardian
May 30, 00:00
Power play: what to consider when installing a home battery in Australia
More than 400,000 batteries have been installed under the cheaper home batteries scheme. Here’s how to get the best bang for your buck Change by degrees offers life hacks and sustainable living tips each Saturday to help reduce your household’s carbon footprint Got a question or tip for reducing household emissions? Email us at [email protected] If Australians love solar, they are head over heels for home batteries. More than 400,000 batteries have been installed under the government’s subsidy scheme. Here’s what you need to consider if you’re looking at getting one installed. Continue reading...
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Power play: what to consider when installing a home battery in Australia. Email us at [email protected] If Australians love solar, they are head over heels for home batteries. Here’s what you need to consider if you’re looking at getting one installed.
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More than 400,000 batteries have been installed under the cheaper home batteries scheme.
Electrek
May 29, 23:40
This Tesla owner won a $10k refund in court for Tesla’s FSD lies (Updated)
For over a decade now, Tesla has sold a promise of vehicles that can drive themselves, even stating that every car it produced had all the hardware for self-driving . But after years of the company being unable to deliver, some owners want their money back. Ben Gawiser is one of those owners, who recently won a $10,600 judgment due to Tesla’s failure to deliver. But Tesla kept fighting to delay payment, even just a few days at a time. ( 5/29 Update , original post 5/2 : He finally got his money back. This article has been updated with new information below) more…
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This Tesla owner won a $10k refund in court for Tesla’s FSD lies (Updated). For over a decade now, Tesla has sold a promise of vehicles that can drive themselves, even stating that every car it produced had all the hardware for self-driving . But Tesla kept fighting to delay payment, even just a few days at a time.
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For over a decade now, Tesla has sold a promise of vehicles that can drive themselves, even stating that every car it produced had all the hardware for self-driving .
Electrek
May 29, 21:53
Blink and Kempower expand US East Coast EV fast charging
Kempower and Blink are expanding their EV fast-charging partnership across the US East Coast, with 14 new charging sites planned through 2026. more…
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Kempower and Blink are expanding their EV fast-charging partnership across the US East Coast, with 14 new charging sites planned through 2026.
Electrek
May 29, 19:02
Republicans devise yet another way to make your electricity more expensive
As everything gets less affordable, republicans are proposing big new inspection fees for cheap energy projects, trying to protect their fossil fuel masters from the rise of better options. more…
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As everything gets less affordable, republicans are proposing big new inspection fees for cheap energy projects, trying to protect their fossil fuel masters from the rise of better options.
Electrek
May 29, 18:27
BYD’s new electric SUV secures over 30,000 orders in its first week
The Yuan Plus, sold overseas as the Atto 3, is among BYD’s best-selling vehicles. After launching the third-generation model with a longer driving range and Flash Charging, BYD said the new EV received over 30,000 orders in one week. more…
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BYD’s new electric SUV secures over 30,000 orders in its first week. The Yuan Plus, sold overseas as the Atto 3, is among BYD’s best-selling vehicles. After launching the third-generation model with a longer driving range and Flash Charging, BYD said the new EV received over 30,000 orders in one week.
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After launching the third-generation model with a longer driving range and Flash Charging, BYD said the new EV received over 30,000 orders in one week.
Electrek
May 29, 18:26
Podcast: Tesla Robotaxi numbers, Ferrari’s controversial Luce launches, Waymo Ojai, and more
In the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla’s alarming Robotaxi numbers, Ferrari’s controversial Luce, Waymo Ojai, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by GM Energy . If you want to experience more resilience and control over your home energy, the GM Energy Home System adds stationary battery power for always-ready backup energy for your home, and the GM Energy PowerBank takes in energy from the grid and stores it for when you need it most. Learn more at gmenergy.gm.com more…
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Podcast: Tesla Robotaxi numbers, Ferrari’s controversial Luce launches, Waymo Ojai, and more. In the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla’s alarming Robotaxi numbers, Ferrari’s controversial Luce, Waymo Ojai, and more.
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In the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy.
Electrek
May 29, 16:49
This is the mid-size GM electric off-roader we deserve [Images]
It’s a truck and SUV. GM said the Hummer X “redefines what a mid-size EV can do off-road,” previewing the new concept for the first time. more…
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This is the mid-size GM electric off-roader we deserve [Images]. It’s a truck and SUV. GM said the Hummer X “redefines what a mid-size EV can do off-road,” previewing the new concept for the first time.
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GM said the Hummer X “redefines what a mid-size EV can do off-road,” previewing the new concept for the first time.
Electrek
May 29, 15:06
Toyota is scrapping plans to launch one of its most important EVs
The low-slung Lexus LF-ZC electric sedan is dead. Toyota is scrapping plans to launch the next-gen luxury EV, which was expected to enter production later this year with advanced new batteries and a dedicated platform. more…
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Toyota is scrapping plans to launch one of its most important EVs. The low-slung Lexus LF-ZC electric sedan is dead. Toyota is scrapping plans to launch the next-gen luxury EV, which was expected to enter production later this year with advanced new batteries and a dedicated platform.
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The low-slung Lexus LF-ZC electric sedan is dead.
Utilitydive
May 29, 11:00
Large-load customers can help commercialize new clean energy technology: CEBA
“In a lot of the partnerships that have been established around some of these technologies, it's really the tech companies that are taking on a lot of the risk,” Priya Barua, CEBA's senior director of utility partnerships and innovation, told Utility Dive.
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“In a lot of the partnerships that have been established around some of these technologies, it's really the tech companies that are taking on a lot of the risk,” Priya Barua, CEBA's senior director of utility partnerships and innovation, told Utility Dive.
Electrek
May 29, 10:22
Rivian R2 matches Tesla Model Y efficiency despite bigger, heavier body
The Rivian R2 Performance’s final EPA ratings are now published, and the numbers confirm something impressive: the R2 Performance matches the Tesla Model Y Performance on efficiency at 105 MPGe combined and 32 kWh per 100 miles — while actually beating it on range with 330 miles versus 306. What makes this particularly noteworthy is the R2’s form factor. The Rivian is a boxier, taller, more utilitarian SUV that weighs nearly 800 lbs more than the Model Y, yet it achieves identical efficiency. more…
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The Rivian R2 Performance’s final EPA ratings are now published, and the numbers confirm something impressive: the R2 Performance matches the Tesla Model Y Performance on efficiency at 105 MPGe combined and 32 kWh per 100 miles — while actually beating it on range with 330 miles versus 306. What makes this particularly noteworthy is the R2’s form factor.
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The Rivian R2 Performance’s final EPA ratings are now published, and the numbers confirm something impressive: the R2 Performance matches the Tesla Model Y Performance on efficiency at 105 MPGe combined and 32 kWh per 100 miles — while actually beating it on range with 330 miles versus 306.
Utilitydive
May 29, 09:06
Entergy’s gas projects are one third of MISO’s fast-track interconnection process
Roughly 70% of Entergy’s proposed capacity additions would serve planned data centers in Louisiana and Mississippi.
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Entergy’s gas projects are one third of MISO’s fast-track interconnection process. Roughly 70% of Entergy’s proposed capacity additions would serve planned data centers in Louisiana and Mississippi.
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Roughly 70% of Entergy’s proposed capacity additions would serve planned data centers in Louisiana and Mississippi.
Utilitydive
May 29, 08:20
Once you secure SPARK funds for transmission development, what comes next?
The success of DOE’s SPARK initiative will depend on how prepared organizations are to execute once the funding arrives, writes Al Eliasen, Spatial Business Systems CEO.
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The success of DOE’s SPARK initiative will depend on how prepared organizations are to execute once the funding arrives, writes Al Eliasen, Spatial Business Systems CEO.
Electrek
May 28, 23:53
Elon facing backlash over Tesla SpaceX merger talks, but solar actually isn’t
On today’s exciting episode of Quick Charge , we’re exploring the industry’s backlash – real or imagined – towards Elon Musk’s SpaceX merger talks, Full Self Driving’s staff revolt, and even large, utility scale solar projects. All this and more when you hit that play button! more…
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On today’s exciting episode of Quick Charge , we’re exploring the industry’s backlash – real or imagined – towards Elon Musk’s SpaceX merger talks, Full Self Driving’s staff revolt, and even large, utility scale solar projects. All this and more when you hit that play button!
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On today’s exciting episode of Quick Charge , we’re exploring the industry’s backlash – real or imagined – towards Elon Musk’s SpaceX merger talks, Full Self Driving’s staff revolt, and even large, utility scale solar projects.
Electrek
May 28, 23:33
US clean energy is booming and unraveling at the same time
Clean energy developers announced more than 50 new utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage projects in Q1 2026 as companies scramble to get projects moving before a looming federal deadline tied to Trump’s big bill act passed last year. more…
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According to new data from E2’s latest “Clean Economy Works” report , developers announced 54 new large-scale renewable energy projects between January and March, nearly double the number of active projects announced during all of 2025.
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Clean energy developers announced more than 50 new utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage projects in Q1 2026 as companies scramble to get projects moving before a looming federal deadline tied to Trump’s big bill act passed last year.
Electrek
May 28, 21:28
BYD’s 5-minute charging luxury EV is catching on as deliveries top 10,000
With the new Denza Z9 GT now on sale in Europe, BYD’s luxury EV is already off to a strong start in China, with over 10,000 deliveries since it launched. more…
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After unveiling the new Denza Z9 GT in March, BYD’s luxury sub-brand claimed it was the “world’s longest pure electric driving range electric vehicle.” Thanks to BYD’s new 122 kWh Blade Battery 2.0, the Denza Z9 GT offers an impressive driving range of up to 1,036 km under CLTC conditions.
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With the new Denza Z9 GT now on sale in Europe, BYD’s luxury EV is already off to a strong start in China, with over 10,000 deliveries since it launched.
Electrek
May 28, 20:12
Ferrari CEO says Luce EV is ‘clocking up orders’ despite design backlash
Ferrari CEO Benedetto Vigna confirmed that the $640,000 Luce, the company’s first all-electric car, is already receiving orders from both existing and new customers. The order book extends toward the end of 2027, according to Bloomberg. The announcement comes just days after the Luce’s Rome unveiling triggered a 6% stock drop and a brutal wave of design criticism online, with former Ferrari boss Luca di Montezemolo himself telling Italian media to “at least take the prancing horse off.” more…
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Ferrari CEO Benedetto Vigna confirmed that the $640,000 Luce, the company’s first all-electric car, is already receiving orders from both existing and new customers. The order book extends toward the end of 2027, according to Bloomberg.
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Ferrari CEO Benedetto Vigna confirmed that the $640,000 Luce, the company’s first all-electric car, is already receiving orders from both existing and new customers.
Electrek
May 28, 19:17
The top-selling EV in China gets upgraded with a longer driving range, still starts at under $10K
The Geely Xingyuan, sold overseas as the EX2, was the top-selling car in China last year. While it was yet again the most popular EV in April, Geely launched an upgraded model offering more range at the same low price. more…
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The top-selling EV in China gets upgraded with a longer driving range, still starts at under $10K. The Geely Xingyuan, sold overseas as the EX2, was the top-selling car in China last year. While it was yet again the most popular EV in April, Geely launched an upgraded model offering more range at the same low price.
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The Geely Xingyuan, sold overseas as the EX2, was the top-selling car in China last year.
Electrek
May 28, 19:02
Revel and Voltera are building a big EV charging network for robotaxis
EV charging companies Voltera and Revel are joining forces to build what they say will be one of the biggest fast-charging platforms in the US, focused on fleets, ride-hail drivers, and robotaxis. more…
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Once the deal closes, the combined company will operate under the Voltera name and be led by current Revel CEO Frank Reig. The merger combines Revel’s operating experience with Voltera’s development pipeline and customer relationships.
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EV charging companies Voltera and Revel are joining forces to build what they say will be one of the biggest fast-charging platforms in the US, focused on fleets, ride-hail drivers, and robotaxis.
Electrek
May 28, 18:00
EcoFlow May Monthly Madness power station sale with 61% discounts + 48-hour flash sale, Segway GT3 superscooter low, more
Our Thursday Green Deals are focused on EVs and power stations, which join all the other deals on tools, devices, and more in our updated Memorial Day Green Deals hub . Our headliner today is EcoFlow’s freshly launched its May EcoCredits Monthly Madness Sale , giving you up to 61% discounts on power stations, FREE gifts on purchases over $600, and 2-3x EcoCredit rewards – all with deals starting from $259 . We also have a 48-hour flash sale from EcoFlow that is offering the 12.2kW expanded DELTA Pro Ultra Power Station (2x batteries) with a FREE trolley at $5,599 , alongside Wave 3 and 2x DELTA Pro battery bundles. From there, we are shining a spotlight on the Segway GT3 Electric SuperScooter at its $1,500 low , as well as Aventon’s continuing Pace 4 Cruiser and Level 3 Commuter e-bike low prices starting from $1,599 , and more. Let’s not forget about our hangover Green Deals collected together at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Segway Max G30P Electric Scooter back at a $500 low , the exclusive savings on Anker’s 2,048Wh SOLIX F2000 Power Station at a $799 low , and more. Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek ’s best EV buying and leasing deals . Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories . more…
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EcoFlow May Monthly Madness power station sale with 61% discounts + 48-hour flash sale, Segway GT3 superscooter low, more. Our Thursday Green Deals are focused on EVs and power stations, which join all the other deals on tools, devices, and more in our updated Memorial Day Green Deals hub .
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Our Thursday Green Deals are focused on EVs and power stations, which join all the other deals on tools, devices, and more in our updated Memorial Day Green Deals hub .
Theguardian
May 28, 17:44
The Guardian view on energy shocks: winter is coming – and Labour needs a plan | Editorial
Clean power remains essential. But until it arrives, Britain must stop LNG made scarce by the Iran war setting gas and electricity prices The US-Israel war on Iran will drive household energy costs in Britain to their highest level in two years over the summer. This has given fresh impetus to calls for the energy secretary, Ed Miliband, to change course. The cabinet minister is vulnerable because he promised cheaper bills if Britain embraced his clean, green power plan. Critics, including Labour’s former prime minister Sir Tony Blair , are circling. Yet Mr Miliband ought to ignore the naysayers. Until global carbon emissions, including Britain’s, are reduced to net zero, the planet will continue to fry and temperature records will continue to be broken. Do you have an opinion on the issues raised in this article? If you would like to submit a response of up to 300 words by email to be considered for publication in our letters section, please click here . Continue reading...
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The Guardian view on energy shocks: winter is coming – and Labour needs a plan | Editorial. The cabinet minister is vulnerable because he promised cheaper bills if Britain embraced his clean, green power plan. Until global carbon emissions, including Britain’s, are reduced to net zero, the planet will continue to fry and temperature records will continue to be broken.
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Clean power remains essential.
Electrek
May 28, 16:59
The Kia EV3 wins the highest-rated EV in a new German comparison test
Kia’s electric SUV offers it all: more than enough driving range, a practical interior, and modern tech at an affordable price. The Kia EV3 is a hit in Europe, the UK, and several other parts of the world, and it will finally go on sale in the US soon. more…
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The Kia EV3 wins the highest-rated EV in a new German comparison test. Kia’s electric SUV offers it all: more than enough driving range, a practical interior, and modern tech at an affordable price. The Kia EV3 is a hit in Europe, the UK, and several other parts of the world, and it will finally go on sale in the US soon.
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Kia’s electric SUV offers it all: more than enough driving range, a practical interior, and modern tech at an affordable price.
Utilitydive
May 28, 15:11
New Mexico has the nation’s best DER interconnection policy: report
The state received high marks for its robust energy storage interconnection framework, frequent public reports on its interconnection queue and incorporating IEEE’s technical standard for DER interconnections.
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Vote Solar and IREC are among the energy nonprofits pushing for more distributed capacity on the grid to boost reliability and resilience, and to accommodate rising demand from new loads. Advocates argue distributed clean energy and renewables generally are faster and cheaper to deploy than gas-fired generation, which some utilities and hyperscalers are procuring to serve data…
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The state received high marks for its robust energy storage interconnection framework, frequent public reports on its interconnection queue and incorporating IEEE’s technical standard for DER interconnections.
Electrek
May 28, 15:00
Waymo starts offering rides in new Ojai robotaxi with 6th-gen Driver
Waymo is beginning to offer select riders trips in its new purpose-built Ojai robotaxi, debuting the company’s 6th-generation Driver hardware across San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Phoenix. Trips will be free for a limited time. The Ojai represents a significant step for Waymo, which has now surpassed 20 million fully autonomous trips across 11 cities — a scale that no competitor comes close to matching. more…
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Waymo is beginning to offer select riders trips in its new purpose-built Ojai robotaxi, debuting the company’s 6th-generation Driver hardware across San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Phoenix. Trips will be free for a limited time.
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Waymo is beginning to offer select riders trips in its new purpose-built Ojai robotaxi, debuting the company’s 6th-generation Driver hardware across San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Phoenix.
Electrek
May 28, 14:31
There’s a new low-cost e-bike that charges by USB-C
ENGWE is best known for chunky folding fat tire e-bikes and budget-friendly commuter models , but the company is now taking a decidedly more refined turn with the launch of its new ENGWE Zip compact folding e-bike. It’s got a lot of interesting angles, but the most eyebrow-raising might just be the USB-C charging battery that powers the bike, allowing riders to charge it with a standard laptop charger. more…
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ENGWE is best known for chunky folding fat tire e-bikes and budget-friendly commuter models , but the company is now taking a decidedly more refined turn with the launch of its new ENGWE Zip compact folding e-bike.
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ENGWE is best known for chunky folding fat tire e-bikes and budget-friendly commuter models , but the company is now taking a decidedly more refined turn with the launch of its new ENGWE Zip compact folding e-bike.
Electrek
May 28, 14:24
BYD reveals China’s first in-house 4nm smart driving chip with massive computing power
BYD’s new in-house 4nm smart driving chip, China’s first, unlocks “the highest level of vehicle intelligence” with L3 and L4 autonomous driving capabilities. more…
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During its Intelligent Strategy Launch on Thursday, BYD unveiled its latest breakthrough technology, “Xuanji A3,” China’s first self-developed 4nm assisted-driving chip. Powered by three chips, the combined computing power exceeds a whopping 2,100 TOPS. According to BYD, the new Xuanji A3 smart driving chip has already entered mass production.
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BYD’s new in-house 4nm smart driving chip, China’s first, unlocks “the highest level of vehicle intelligence” with L3 and L4 autonomous driving capabilities.
Electrek
May 28, 13:33
Tesla’s own AI trainers don’t trust ‘Full Self-Driving’ or its safety stats, Reuters finds
A major Reuters investigation published today reveals that Tesla’s widely touted “Full Self-Driving” safety statistics are built on deeply flawed methodology — and that the company’s own data labelers, the workers who train the AI system, don’t trust the technology to drive them. The report, based on interviews with nine former Tesla data labelers, a former self-driving engineer, and 11 traffic-safety researchers, paints a damning picture of the gap between Tesla’s safety marketing and the reality of its autonomous driving program. more…
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Tesla’s own AI trainers don’t trust ‘Full Self-Driving’ or its safety stats, Reuters finds. A major Reuters investigation published today reveals that Tesla’s widely touted “Full Self-Driving” safety statistics are built on deeply flawed methodology — and that the company’s own data labelers, the workers who train the AI system, don’t trust the technology to drive them.
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The report, based on interviews with nine former Tesla data labelers, a former self-driving engineer, and 11 traffic-safety researchers, paints a damning picture of the gap between Tesla’s safety marketing and the reality of its autonomous driving program.
Electrek
May 28, 13:21
Memorial Day Green Deals hub – EVs, power stations, electric tools, devices, and much more
If you missed the nationwide memo, today is Memorial Day, and as we spend this time with family and friends, remembering our fallen service members, so too are our favorite brands for a wide variety of eco-friendly tech offering tons of seasonal discounts across e-bikes, electric scooters, power stations, tools, appliances, smart devices, and more – many of which are at their best prices to date. We’ve collected all the ongoing deals together into this one-stop shopping hub to make things easier to find, and we will continue to update this hub for the next couple days, too. So head on down below to browse through all these Green Deals while they’re still around. more…
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Memorial Day Green Deals hub – EVs, power stations, electric tools, devices, and much more. We’ve collected all the ongoing deals together into this one-stop shopping hub to make things easier to find, and we will continue to update this hub for the next couple days, too. So head on down below to browse through all these Green Deals while they’re still around.
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So head on down below to browse through all these Green Deals while they’re still around.
Theguardian
May 28, 13:01
‘Hidden datacentre tax’ costing Irish households millions, report says
Datacentres used 22% of country’s electricity last year, pushing up household bills, study suggests Energy demand by datacentres in Ireland has added hundreds of euros to household electricity bills in a pattern that could be replicated across Europe, according to a report. Ireland’s growing number of datacentres last year used 22% of the country’s electricity, more than all urban homes combined , according to the Central Statistics Office. The equivalent figure in the US and UK is 6% . Continue reading...
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‘Hidden datacentre tax’ costing Irish households millions, report says. Ireland’s growing number of datacentres last year used 22% of the country’s electricity, more than all urban homes combined , according to the Central Statistics Office. The equivalent figure in the US and UK is 6% .
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Datacentres used 22% of country’s electricity last year, pushing up household bills, study suggests Energy demand by datacentres in Ireland has added hundreds of euros to household electricity bills in a pattern that could be replicated across Europe, according to a report.
Theguardian
May 28, 12:41
Blair’s fossil fuel ideas ‘bizarre’ in face of energy and climate crises, experts say
Energy specialists say abandoning net zero and increasing oil and gas drilling would cause more instability for Britons UK politics live – latest updates Abandoning net zero and drilling for more oil and gas in the North Sea would be a massive setback for the UK and would not help the economy, leading experts have said in response to claims by the former prime minister Tony Blair. “This is a bizarre intervention to make during the worst May heatwave on record and when the Iran crisis is providing yet more evidence of the enormous costs of oil and gas,” said Ed Matthew, the UK programme director at the E3G thinktank. “Clean energy is cheaper energy – it protects our bills from prices skyrocketing, its running costs are virtually zero, and it doesn’t cause climate change which threatens economic collapse ... The government should ignore Blair’s ideological nonsense and focus on what works.” Continue reading...
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Blair’s fossil fuel ideas ‘bizarre’ in face of energy and climate crises, experts say. “Clean energy is cheaper energy – it protects our bills from prices skyrocketing, its running costs are virtually zero, and it doesn’t cause climate change which threatens economic collapse ... The government should ignore Blair’s ideological nonsense and focus on what works.
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Energy specialists say abandoning net zero and increasing oil and gas drilling would cause more instability for Britons UK politics live – latest updates Abandoning net zero and drilling for more oil and gas in the North Sea would be a massive setback for the UK and would not help the economy, leading experts have said in response to claims by the former prime minister Tony Blair.
Theguardian
May 28, 12:00
The race for oil: will Jamaica be the next country to drill and what does that mean for its green pledges?
With early tests suggesting the presence of crude oil, the Caribbean island has begun to debate whether it could justify becoming a producer Jamaica is closer than ever to drilling for oil. Tests on samples from the seabed off the Caribbean island’s south coast earlier this year identified hydrocarbons , which suggest the presence of crude oil below ground. Jamaica imports all its fuel, which costs about $1.5-2bn (£1.1bn-1.5bn) annually , depending on global oil prices. It is a persistent drag on an economy that generated $4.3bn from tourism, its biggest earner, in 2024 . Continue reading...
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The race for oil: will Jamaica be the next country to drill and what does that mean for its green pledges?. Tests on samples from the seabed off the Caribbean island’s south coast earlier this year identified hydrocarbons , which suggest the presence of crude oil below ground. Jamaica imports all its fuel, which costs about $1.5-2bn (£1.1bn-1.
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With early tests suggesting the presence of crude oil, the Caribbean island has begun to debate whether it could justify becoming a producer Jamaica is closer than ever to drilling for oil.
Utilitydive
May 28, 11:00
Hyperscalers didn’t set out to be power companies. The grid left them no choice.
The power gap left hyperscalers with no alternative but to take on utility-scale obligations and lock up gigawatts of generation, writes Peak Nano CMO Shaun Walsh.
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The companies that need to keep growing stop asking for solutions and, instead, start building them. Now, AI hyperscalers are building power plants. AI server racks now demand 40 kW to more than 100 kW each, compared with 5 kW to 15 kW for traditional racks.
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The power gap left hyperscalers with no alternative but to take on utility-scale obligations and lock up gigawatts of generation, writes Peak Nano CMO Shaun Walsh.
Utilitydive
May 28, 10:42
Oregon PUC approves PGE’s large-load tariff framework for data centers
The order shifts more infrastructure costs and interconnection obligations to hyperscale customers while positioning Oregon’s 2025 POWER Act as an early test of how states manage AI-driven load growth.
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The order establishes a dedicated rate class for large loads and requires customers to cover 100% of distribution network upgrades needed to serve their projects. Contract terms escalate with project size, beginning at 10 years and extending to 30 years for loads of 220 MW or more.
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The order shifts more infrastructure costs and interconnection obligations to hyperscale customers while positioning Oregon’s 2025 POWER Act as an early test of how states manage AI-driven load growth.
Utilitydive
May 28, 10:21
Virginia senator suggests SCC judge recuse herself from NextEra-Dominion merger
The state senator also objects to the merger itself, calling it “extremely concerning” in an environment of “rising utility bills and unprecedented grid expansion costs driven largely by hyperscale data center growth.”
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The state senator also objects to the merger itself, calling it “extremely concerning” in an environment of “rising utility bills and unprecedented grid expansion costs.” “The Commission as a matter of policy does not comment on current or potential cases,” Weatherford said.
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The state senator also objects to the merger itself, calling it “extremely concerning” in an environment of “rising utility bills and unprecedented grid expansion costs driven largely by hyperscale data center growth.”
Utilitydive
May 28, 09:05
MISO pushes back on utility complaint over competitive transmission bidding
The grid operator stopped short of taking a position on the complaint itself. States and consumer advocates oppose it, while at least one major data center company supports it.
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MISO pushes back on utility complaint over competitive transmission bidding. The grid operator stopped short of taking a position on the complaint itself. States and consumer advocates oppose it, while at least one major data center company supports it.
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The grid operator stopped short of taking a position on the complaint itself.
Electrek
May 27, 22:29
Robotaxi has the wrong kind of momentum, but wind, and solar are doing GREAT
On today’s momentous episode of Quick Charge , we are all about momentum, with solid-state EV batteries gaining ground in China as wind and solar continuing to grow in the US while Tesla’s self-driving Robotaxi fleet, well – doesn’t . more…
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Today’s episode is sponsored by GM Energy. If you want to experience more resilience and control over your home energy, the GM Energy Home System adds stationary battery power for always-ready backup energy for your home, and the GM Energy PowerBank takes in energy from the grid and stores it for when you need it most.
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On today’s momentous episode of Quick Charge , we are all about momentum, with solid-state EV batteries gaining ground in China as wind and solar continuing to grow in the US while Tesla’s self-driving Robotaxi fleet, well – doesn’t .
Electrek
May 27, 21:46
Hyundai is testing a new high-tech SDV setup in the IONIQ 6 EV [Images]
A disguised IONIQ 6 was spotted near Hyundai’s R&D hub in Europe, revealing much more than a standard refresh model. more…
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Unlike Tesla, Hyundai Pleos Connect includes an additional, smaller display in front of the driver that provides helpful info like speed, media, and turn-by-turn directions, so you don’t have to check the infotainment system. Hyundai’s Pleos Connect debuted on the new Grandeur in Korea this month and will continue to roll out to new vehicles, including the IONIQ 3 EV.
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A disguised IONIQ 6 was spotted near Hyundai’s R&D hub in Europe, revealing much more than a standard refresh model.
Electrek
May 27, 21:22
THIS is the Italian EV that matters: all-new 2027 Lancia Gamma
Forget the $630,000 iFerrari, because there’s another all-new EV from a legendary Italian marque that’s just been released – and this one could have a much bigger impact on the North American market than Maranello’s. Meet the all new Lancia Gamma. more…
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Meet the all new Lancia Gamma. More significantly, though, it’s also a look at what Stellantis’ next shot at revitalizing the Jeep and Chrysler brands in the US could look like … so let’s take a look.
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Forget the $630,000 iFerrari, because there’s another all-new EV from a legendary Italian marque that’s just been released – and this one could have a much bigger impact on the North American market than Maranello’s.
Electrek
May 27, 21:21
Most big US solar projects don’t spark backlash after all, study finds
Despite the impression that large solar farms are constantly sparking local fights, a new study from researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst found that most large-scale solar projects in the US move forward with relatively little public opposition. more…
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Researchers found that 56% of the projects fell into “no” or “low” conflict categories, while just 19% experienced high levels of conflict. “All I saw in the news was conflict, conflict, conflict over solar,” said lead author Juniper Katz, assistant professor of public policy at UMass Amherst.
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Despite the impression that large solar farms are constantly sparking local fights, a new study from researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst found that most large-scale solar projects in the US move forward with relatively little public opposition.
Electrek
May 27, 21:01
Rivian R2 officially launches June 9 – order invites, first deliveries, demo drives
The hotly-anticipated Rivian R2 is nearly upon us, and Rivian just gave everyone a single date to focus on: June 9. more…
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Rivian has announced that the “official launch” of the R2 is less than two weeks away, with the first big salvo of order invites, customer deliveries, and demo drives all starting on that day. Those order invites will be sent out based on a variety of factors – the main factors are when you reserved the R2 and how close you live to a Rivian Service + Demo Center.
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The hotly-anticipated Rivian R2 is nearly upon us, and Rivian just gave everyone a single date to focus on: June 9.
Electrek
May 27, 20:25
One of North America’s largest solar farms just came online in Texas
Canadian energy company Enbridge has switched on the first phase of its massive $1.1 billion Sequoia Solar project in Texas. more…
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Once both phases are complete, the Sequoia Solar project will reach 815 megawatts (MW), making it one of the largest solar farms in North America. Sequoia Solar is in Callahan County, southeast of Dallas. Texas continues to lead the US in large-scale renewable energy development, with solar and battery projects rapidly expanding across the state as electricity demand climbs.
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Canadian energy company Enbridge has switched on the first phase of its massive $1.1 billion Sequoia Solar project in Texas.
Electrek
May 27, 19:33
Another solid-state EV battery maker is going public to fund its next growth stage
After becoming the first to commercialize solid-state batteries , ProLogium announced it will become a publicly listed company through a business merger with a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC). more…
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For over two decades, ProLogium has been pushing to move solid-state batteries from the lab to the real world as it ramps up production. ProLogium said on Wednesday that it’s “the only company globally that can publicly demonstrate a solid-state battery mass-production line,” and it’s about to tap into public markets as it ramps up production over the next few years.
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After becoming the first to commercialize solid-state batteries , ProLogium announced it will become a publicly listed company through a business merger with a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC).
Electrek
May 27, 18:00
Segway 40-mile Max G30P e-scooter $500 low, Anker 2,048Wh SOLIX F2000 power station exclusive $799 low, robot skimmers, more
Another day, another collection of Green Deals – plus, we have all the ongoing deals that you can browse in our Memorial Day Green Deals hub for one-stop-shopping needs. Today’s edition is being led by the 40-mile traveling Segway Max G30P Electric Scooter returning to its $500 low for the rest of the month as part of the ongoing Summer Sale lineup of deals . We also secured an exclusive deal that drops Anker’s 2,048Wh SOLIX F2000 Portable Power Station back to its $799 low for the first time since October. From there, we have Beatbot’s iSkim and iSkim Ultra + Aiper’s Surfer S2 Solar Robotic Pool Skimmers at lows starting from $360 , as well as the Worx 20V GT Revolution 3-in-1 Cordless String Trimmer, Edger, and Mini-Mower bundle at its $83 2026 low , and more. Let’s not forget about our hangover Green Deals collected together at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s return $113 low on the Bluetti 128Wh Elite 10 Mini power station , the 40L and 58L Anker SOLIX EverFrost 2 cooler deals , and more. Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek ’s best EV buying and leasing deals . Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories . more…
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Another day, another collection of Green Deals – plus, we have all the ongoing deals that you can browse in our Memorial Day Green Deals hub for one-stop-shopping needs. Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek ’s best EV buying and leasing deals . Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories .
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Another day, another collection of Green Deals – plus, we have all the ongoing deals that you can browse in our Memorial Day Green Deals hub for one-stop-shopping needs.
Electrek
May 27, 17:37
A new EV brand backed by 5 companies wants to shake up Japan’s cheap mini car market
BYD isn’t the only Chinese brand that wants to crack open Japan’s kei car market. Five companies, including China’s Chery Automotive and Japanese car parts giant Autobacs Seven, launched a new EV brand that will launch its first vehicle next year with prices on par with gas cars. more…
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A new EV brand backed by 5 companies wants to shake up Japan’s cheap mini car market. BYD isn’t the only Chinese brand that wants to crack open Japan’s kei car market. Five companies, including China’s Chery Automotive and Japanese car parts giant Autobacs Seven, launched a new EV brand that will launch its first vehicle next year with prices on par with gas cars.
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BYD isn’t the only Chinese brand that wants to crack open Japan’s kei car market.
Electrek
May 27, 16:35
NIO launches ES9 flagship SUV: China’s largest EV, starting at $54K with BaaS
NIO officially launched the ES9 today, its flagship executive SUV and the largest battery electric SUV ever produced in China. The three-row SUV stretches 5,365 mm (17.6 ft) long on a 3,250 mm wheelbase, packing 520 kW (697 hp) and up to 620 km (385 miles) of CLTC range. Pricing came in below the pre-sale figures NIO announced in April, with the base Executive Premium Edition starting at RMB 498,000 (~$69,000) or RMB 390,000 (~$54,000) under NIO’s Battery-as-a-Service rental model. Deliveries begin tomorrow, May 28. more…
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NIO officially launched the ES9 today, its flagship executive SUV and the largest battery electric SUV ever produced in China. The three-row SUV stretches 5,365 mm (17.6 ft) long on a 3,250 mm wheelbase, packing 520 kW (697 hp) and up to 620 km (385 miles) of CLTC range.
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NIO officially launched the ES9 today, its flagship executive SUV and the largest battery electric SUV ever produced in China.
Electrek
May 27, 16:27
Pine Point Schools cuts the ribbon on new, 2.7 MWh microgrid project
The Pine Point School district serving Minnesota’s White Earth Reservation community has taken a huge step towards energy independence this month, with the commissioning of a new solar + BESS microgrid project that will help insulate the district from energy rate hikes caused by new data center construction . more…
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The Pine Point Schools’ latest microgrid project from Ziegler Energy Solutions is the latest in a long line fo stories highlighting the resilience of the White Earth Reservation community, but this one also serves as a reminder that the words “solar panel project” are increasingly coming to mean “solar panel + battery energy storage system project.
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The Pine Point School district serving Minnesota’s White Earth Reservation community has taken a huge step towards energy independence this month, with the commissioning of a new solar + BESS microgrid project that will help insulate the district from energy rate hikes caused by new data center construction .
Electrek
May 27, 14:45
This electric SUV with a semi-solid-state EV battery costs less than $15,000 in China
SAIC launched its first electric SUV powered by a semi-solid-state EV battery in China, starting at under $15,000. more…
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The electric SUV is available with two battery pack options from “top-tier” battery suppliers, including a 53.9 kWh semi-solid-state battery from SAIC Qingtao and a 64.2 kWh LFP (lithium iron phosphate ) CATL battery. The semi-solid-state (53.9 kWh) battery offers a CLTC range of up to 510 km (317 miles), while the larger (64.
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SAIC launched its first electric SUV powered by a semi-solid-state EV battery in China, starting at under $15,000.
Electrek
May 27, 14:10
Yet another Honda electric motorcycle is proving batteries may beat combustion
Honda’s electric RTL trials motorcycle has just delivered one of the strongest signs yet that electric motorcycles may finally be coming into their own in the off-road world. At the opening round of the 2026 TrialGP World Championship in Japan, rider Miquel Gelabert piloted the Honda RTL Electric to sixth place overall on day one before improving to fifth place on day two. That marks the first time an electric motorcycle has not only competed in TrialGP’s premier class, but actually run competitively near the front against traditional gasoline-powered rivals. For a first effort, that’s an impressive showing. more…
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Honda’s electric RTL trials motorcycle has just delivered one of the strongest signs yet that electric motorcycles may finally be coming into their own in the off-road world. At the opening round of the 2026 TrialGP World Championship in Japan, rider Miquel Gelabert piloted the Honda RTL Electric to sixth place overall on day one before improving to fifth place on day two.
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Honda’s electric RTL trials motorcycle has just delivered one of the strongest signs yet that electric motorcycles may finally be coming into their own in the off-road world.
Theguardian
May 27, 11:30
Power to the people: how ‘balcony solar’ could help fight rising US utility costs
More Americans are using small solar panels in their back yards or balconies as a clean way to cut their electric bills If you feel like your electricity bill just keeps climbing, you aren’t imagining it. Since 2020, US residential energy prices have surged by about 30%, making power the largest household energy expense behind gasoline, according to the US Energy Information Administration. But for residents like Alex Curtis, the days of feeling powerless against rising costs are coming to an end. Curtis is waging a war on his electric bill, and his new weapon of choice is a lightweight, thin-film solar panel. Continue reading...
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Power to the people: how ‘balcony solar’ could help fight rising US utility costs. Since 2020, US residential energy prices have surged by about 30%, making power the largest household energy expense behind gasoline, according to the US Energy Information Administration.
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More Americans are using small solar panels in their back yards or balconies as a clean way to cut their electric bills If you feel like your electricity bill just keeps climbing, you aren’t imagining it.
Utilitydive
May 27, 10:39
What the streaming wars can teach utilities about the AI data center boom
Utilities can avoid making the same mistakes major studios made in the Netflix era, but only if they view the AI boom as a systemwide modernization challenge rather than an overflowing queue of individual projects, writes Abbey O’Brien at Ulteig.
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In Big Tech’s race to build new data centers, decades of essentially flat load growth are now being upended by gigawatt-scale interconnection requests. Those familiar with the “streaming wars” may notice several parallels.
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Utilities can avoid making the same mistakes major studios made in the Netflix era, but only if they view the AI boom as a systemwide modernization challenge rather than an overflowing queue of individual projects, writes Abbey O’Brien at Ulteig.
Utilitydive
May 27, 10:28
Demand management, data center flexibility boost regional reliability: NERC
The reliability watchdog dropped its forecast for ERCOT’s net internal demand by 3.7 GW, or 4.6%, compared with last summer, “because more data centers can be curtailed by grid operators when needed to prevent grid emergencies.”
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For example, ERCOT’s positive change is due to updated load modeling that better reflects the responsive behavior of “large computation loads” — data centers — during peak periods, it said. The positive change in the SERC Central region, much of which is served by the Tennessee Valley Authority, is due to new demand-side management programs and industrial load enrollments, NE…
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The reliability watchdog dropped its forecast for ERCOT’s net internal demand by 3.7 GW, or 4.6%, compared with last summer, “because more data centers can be curtailed by grid operators when needed to prevent grid emergencies.”
Utilitydive
May 27, 10:12
Data center firm DigitalBridge in $1.1B deal to buy ArcLight
The deal reflects the “convergence of power, AI, and digital infrastructure,” the companies said. ArcLight owned about 20.8 GW as of June.
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Data center firm DigitalBridge in $1.1B deal to buy ArcLight. The deal reflects the “convergence of power, AI, and digital infrastructure,” the companies said. ArcLight owned about 20.8 GW as of June.
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The deal reflects the “convergence of power, AI, and digital infrastructure,” the companies said.
Electrek
May 27, 10:00
Philadelphia just announced 435 more EV charging ports
Philadelphia is expanding its public EV charging network again, adding around 435 new DC fast-charging and Level 2 charging ports across the city. more…
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EV charging company PositivEnergy announced today that it’s working with the City of Philadelphia to add more public chargers for residents, commuters, and visitors. “Philadelphia’s goal is to make EV charging more accessible, reliable, and equitable for residents in neighborhoods across the city,” said Anna Kelly, senior policy adviser for EV and parking in Philadelphia’s Off…
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Philadelphia is expanding its public EV charging network again, adding around 435 new DC fast-charging and Level 2 charging ports across the city.
Electrek
May 27, 09:30
Tesla (TSLA) and SpaceX merger would be Musk’s 4th billion-dollar self-deal
Elon Musk is reportedly floating the idea of merging Tesla (TSLA) and SpaceX, just weeks before SpaceX’s massive IPO on the Nasdaq. If it happens, this would literally be the fourth time Musk has orchestrated a billion-dollar transaction between companies he controls. No one in corporate America is doing this at the scale Musk is. Between SolarCity, Twitter/X, and xAI, Musk has built a playbook for self-dealing that is unprecedented — and now he’s gearing up for the biggest one yet. more…
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Tesla (TSLA) and SpaceX merger would be Musk’s 4th billion-dollar self-deal. Elon Musk is reportedly floating the idea of merging Tesla (TSLA) and SpaceX, just weeks before SpaceX’s massive IPO on the Nasdaq. Between SolarCity, Twitter/X, and xAI, Musk has built a playbook for self-dealing that is unprecedented — and now he’s gearing up for the biggest one yet.
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Elon Musk is reportedly floating the idea of merging Tesla (TSLA) and SpaceX, just weeks before SpaceX’s massive IPO on the Nasdaq.
Electrek
May 27, 06:16
Rad Power Bikes to offer safer replacement e-bike batteries at steep discount
It looks like Rad Power Bikes owners may soon have a more affordable path to upgrading to the company’s newer Safe Shield battery technology. In an email just sent out today, Rad Life Mobility announced plans for a program that would allow eligible customers to receive up to 50% off replacement Safe Shield batteries for older Rad e-bikes. more…
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It looks like Rad Power Bikes owners may soon have a more affordable path to upgrading to the company’s newer Safe Shield battery technology. In an email just sent out today, Rad Life Mobility announced plans for a program that would allow eligible customers to receive up to 50% off replacement Safe Shield batteries for older Rad e-bikes. more…
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It looks like Rad Power Bikes owners may soon have a more affordable path to upgrading to the company’s newer Safe Shield battery technology.
Electrek
May 27, 01:13
REALLY Quick Charge: The state of clean trucking with Joe Annotti
On this really quick episode of Quick Charge , we spend time with TRC Senior Director and ACT Expo co-founder Joe Annotti to talk about the state of clean trucking in 2026, incentive programs, and ever so briefly talk about why Autocar was my favorite OEM at this year’s show. more…
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On this really quick episode of Quick Charge , we spend time with TRC Senior Director and ACT Expo co-founder Joe Annotti to talk about the state of clean trucking in 2026, incentive programs, and ever so briefly talk about why Autocar was my favorite OEM at this year’s show.
Electrek
May 27, 00:47
New electric Ferrari proves the Apple Car would have been really, really nice
On today’s prancing episode of Quick Charge , the prancing horse people at Ferrari have released a world of firsts: the first-ever electric Ferrari, the brand’s first 5 passenger sedan, AND the first car designed by legendary Apple designer Jony Ive. more…
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We also draw some parallels between the launch of the first-ever electric four-door Ferrari with the launch of the first-ever electric four-door Ford Mustang a few years ago, and a lot of the same hysterics are upset (for a lot of the same reasons). Today’s episode is sponsored by GM Energy.
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On today’s prancing episode of Quick Charge , the prancing horse people at Ferrari have released a world of firsts: the first-ever electric Ferrari, the brand’s first 5 passenger sedan, AND the first car designed by legendary Apple designer Jony Ive.
PV Magazine
May 27, 00:16
Solar Panel Efficiency Record Broken at 47% Under Concentrated Light
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A multi-junction perovskite-silicon cell achieved 47% efficiency under concentrated sunlight, a new world record.
Electrek
May 26, 21:33
BYD’s new Yuan Plus EV adds more range and fast charging for $18,000 [Video]
BYD launched the third-generation Yuan Plus, sold overseas as the Atto 3, with its new Flash Charging and nearly 400 miles of driving range. The upgraded electric SUV is on sale now, starting at less than $18,000. more…
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BYD’s new Yuan Plus EV adds more range and fast charging for $18,000 [Video]. BYD launched the third-generation Yuan Plus, sold overseas as the Atto 3, with its new Flash Charging and nearly 400 miles of driving range. The upgraded electric SUV is on sale now, starting at less than $18,000.
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BYD launched the third-generation Yuan Plus, sold overseas as the Atto 3, with its new Flash Charging and nearly 400 miles of driving range.
Electrek
May 26, 21:04
Tesla ‘Robotaxi’ fleet is actually shrinking, not growing, new data shows
Less than a month after we reported that Tesla’s unsupervised “Robotaxi” fleet was finally showing some signs of growth, new data from the Robotaxi Tracker tells a different story. The fleet is actually shrinking. The number of active unsupervised Tesla “Robotaxis” has dropped to just 20 vehicles — down from the 25 cumulative vehicles we reported in late April — and the total active fleet across all Tesla ride-hailing operations has collapsed to just 34 vehicles. more…
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Less than a month after we reported that Tesla’s unsupervised “Robotaxi” fleet was finally showing some signs of growth, new data from the Robotaxi Tracker tells a different story. The fleet is actually shrinking.
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Less than a month after we reported that Tesla’s unsupervised “Robotaxi” fleet was finally showing some signs of growth, new data from the Robotaxi Tracker tells a different story.
Electrek
May 26, 19:40
Renewables’ installed capacity to beat natural gas by 2027 – EIA data
If small-scale solar is included, newly released US Energy Information Administration (EIA) data reviewed by the SUN DAY Campaign indicates that renewables are on track to surpass natural gas in total electrical generating capacity by early 2027. more…
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The growth was led by utility-scale solar (+23.9%), hydropower (+21.9%), small-scale solar (<1 MW) (+11.9%), and wind (+2.1%). Utility-scale solar will add 42,626.1 MW, expanding its share from 12.8% to 15.7%, while wind will grow by 14,157.4 MW (including 4,155.0 MW of offshore wind), increasing from 13.0% to 13.6%.
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If small-scale solar is included, newly released US Energy Information Administration (EIA) data reviewed by the SUN DAY Campaign indicates that renewables are on track to surpass natural gas in total electrical generating capacity by early 2027.
Electrek
May 26, 19:31
BMW is saying goodbye to this popular gas sports car, but a new performance EV will step in
The 2027 G80 BMW M3 will be the final model year for the iconic gas-powered sports car, but a performance EV is coming soon that promises to pack even more performance. more…
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After introducing the 2027 M3 CS Handschalter just over a week ago, BMW said the special, limited-edition model marked the close of the M3’s sixth generation. According to Scott Stirling, BMW M’s North American Product Manager, the 2027 model year will be the last for the G80 edition model.
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The 2027 G80 BMW M3 will be the final model year for the iconic gas-powered sports car, but a performance EV is coming soon that promises to pack even more performance.
Electrek
May 26, 18:00
Bluetti’s 128Wh Elite 10 Mini power station at $113 low, Segway E3 Pro e-scooter $550, Anker SOLIX EverFrost 2 coolers from $650, more
Memorial Day may have passed, but the seasonal and holiday savings aren’t slowing down, with a fresh batch of Green Deals for you today, as well as our updated all-in-one Memorial Day Green Deals hub that we will maintain for a few more days. Leading today’s edition is the 128Wh Bluetti Elite 10 Mini Portable Power Station at its $113 low , followed by Segway’s E3 Pro Electric Scooter down at $550 . We also have Anker’s 40L and 58L SOLIX EverFrost 2 Portable Cordless Electric Coolers and bundles starting from $650 , the popular Greenworks Pro 3,000 PSI Electric Pressure Washer for $370 , and more. And don’t forget about our hangover Green Deals collected together at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s exclusive (and ongoing) Bluetti Memorial Day Sale lineup with plenty of lows, the EcoFlow 48-hour flash sale on 716Wh to 12.2kWh power stations that ends tonight, and more. Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek ’s best EV buying and leasing deals . Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories . more…
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Memorial Day may have passed, but the seasonal and holiday savings aren’t slowing down, with a fresh batch of Green Deals for you today, as well as our updated all-in-one Memorial Day Green Deals hub that we will maintain for a few more days. Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek ’s best EV buying and leasing deals .
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Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories .
Electrek
May 26, 16:26
Volvo EV drivers in Europe gain an easier way into Tesla’s Supercharger network
Volvo EV drivers will gain access to over 20,000 Tesla Supercharger stations across 29 European countries, starting later this year. But that’s not even the best part of it. more…
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Volvo EV drivers in Europe gain an easier way into Tesla’s Supercharger network. Volvo EV drivers will gain access to over 20,000 Tesla Supercharger stations across 29 European countries, starting later this year. But that’s not even the best part of it.
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Volvo EV drivers will gain access to over 20,000 Tesla Supercharger stations across 29 European countries, starting later this year.
Electrek
May 26, 15:58
America is panicking about e-bikes while ignoring the real problem
If you spend enough time reading local news headlines these days, you’d be forgiven for thinking electric bicycles are one of the greatest threats facing American streets. Teenagers on fat-tire e-bikes, viral videos of wheelies, stories about injuries complete with ER doctor interviews… the same themes are playing on repeat. more…
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If you spend enough time reading local news headlines these days, you’d be forgiven for thinking electric bicycles are one of the greatest threats facing American streets. Teenagers on fat-tire e-bikes, viral videos of wheelies, stories about injuries complete with ER doctor interviews… the same themes are playing on repeat. more…
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If you spend enough time reading local news headlines these days, you’d be forgiven for thinking electric bicycles are one of the greatest threats facing American streets.
Electrek
May 26, 14:39
BYD built this low-cost PHEV specifically for global markets — And it gets +1,000 km range
The Dolphin G will go on sale soon as BYD’s first car developed specifically for global markets. BYD said its “game-changing” plug-in hybrid system will offer over 1,000 km (621 miles) of combined range at an affordable price. more…
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BYD built this low-cost PHEV specifically for global markets — And it gets +1,000 km range. The Dolphin G will go on sale soon as BYD’s first car developed specifically for global markets. BYD said its “game-changing” plug-in hybrid system will offer over 1,000 km (621 miles) of combined range at an affordable price.
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The Dolphin G will go on sale soon as BYD’s first car developed specifically for global markets.
Utilitydive
May 26, 14:36
US energy storage installations hit Q1 record, up 32% year over year: SEIA
The clean energy trade group projects 613 GWh of deployment by 2030 thanks to robust data center demand. But federal policy gridlock threatens the industry’s trajectory, it said.
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US energy storage installations hit Q1 record, up 32% year over year: SEIA. The clean energy trade group projects 613 GWh of deployment by 2030 thanks to robust data center demand. But federal policy gridlock threatens the industry’s trajectory, it said.
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The clean energy trade group projects 613 GWh of deployment by 2030 thanks to robust data center demand.
Theguardian
May 26, 14:01
Landlord inaction on energy upgrades stops renters saving $20bn on power bills in a decade
Property owners’ lack of motivation due to ‘split incentive’ is main reason rental properties are missing out on energy upgrades, research finds Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Renters make up nearly a third of Australian households yet many are missing out on energy upgrades – such as insulation, appliances and rooftop solar – that could slash their power bills and improve home comfort. The problem, according to the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA), is landlords’ lack of motivation. Continue reading...
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The problem, according to the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA), is landlords’ lack of motivation.
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Property owners’ lack of motivation due to ‘split incentive’ is main reason rental properties are missing out on energy upgrades, research finds Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Renters make up nearly a third of Australian households yet many are missing out on energy upgrades – such as insulation, appliances and rooftop solar – that could slash their power bills and improve home comfort.
Electrek
May 26, 13:24
Ferrari (RACE) stock plunges 6% on Luce EV backlash — don’t panic!
Ferrari (RACE) shares dropped 6.27% in Milan trading on Tuesday, falling to €290.55 and wiping out roughly £3 billion in market cap a day after Maranello unveiled the Luce, its first all-electric car . The reaction online was overwhelmingly negative — the design got compared to a Honda Accord, an Apple Store minivan, and a luxury toaster. Investors clearly took the temperature of the internet and ran. But we’ve seen this exact movie before — when Ford put the Mustang badge on an electric SUV. more…
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Ferrari (RACE) stock plunges 6% on Luce EV backlash — don’t panic!. Ferrari (RACE) shares dropped 6.27% in Milan trading on Tuesday, falling to €290.55 and wiping out roughly £3 billion in market cap a day after Maranello unveiled the Luce, its first all-electric car . But we’ve seen this exact movie before — when Ford put the Mustang badge on an electric SUV.
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Ferrari (RACE) shares dropped 6.27% in Milan trading on Tuesday, falling to €290.55 and wiping out roughly £3 billion in market cap a day after Maranello unveiled the Luce, its first all-electric car .
Utilitydive
May 26, 10:41
CAISO recommends 38 transmission projects costing around $6.7B
More than half of the projects are driven by forecasted load growth, marking an evolution in transmission planning from an emphasis on accessing low-cost renewables to “now also reliably meeting growing customer demand,” CAISO said.
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CAISO said the plan should enable the grid to “accommodate forecasted load growth and critical resource development” that the California Public Utilities Commission identified in its integrated resource plan, including 45 GW of solar generation in parts of California, Nevada and Arizona; 8 GW of in-state wind generation in Tehachapi; more than 2 GW of geothermal development,…
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More than half of the projects are driven by forecasted load growth, marking an evolution in transmission planning from an emphasis on accessing low-cost renewables to “now also reliably meeting growing customer demand,” CAISO said.
Theguardian
May 26, 07:00
Ofgem should tell it straight: electricity prices are set to stay high for years | Nils Pratley
Regulator could do us all a favour with clear multi-year forecasts and breakdowns of electricity pricing It is easy to predict where the energy regulator will set the next quarterly price cap on Wednesday. It’s just a matter of tracking wholesale prices in Ofgem’s relevant backward-looking “observation period”. Energy consultant Cornwall Insight thinks the typical household bill be £1,850 , an increase of £209 from the previous quarter. It will be surprising if it is out by more than a few quid. One can also make a fair guess at the regulator’s messaging. It will talk about the unavoidable impact from the surge in energy prices that followed the closure of the strait of Hormuz . It may also say the increase would be even greater than 13% without the additional wind and solar generation on the system these days. Fair enough. Gas sets the wholesale price of electricity only 60% of the time now, down from 90% not long ago. Continue reading...
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Ofgem should tell it straight: electricity prices are set to stay high for years | Nils Pratley. It will talk about the unavoidable impact from the surge in energy prices that followed the closure of the strait of Hormuz . It may also say the increase would be even greater than 13% without the additional wind and solar generation on the system these days.
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Regulator could do us all a favour with clear multi-year forecasts and breakdowns of electricity pricing It is easy to predict where the energy regulator will set the next quarterly price cap on Wednesday.
Electrek
May 26, 05:58
Why New York’s push to regulate e-bikes just slammed on the brakes
New York lawmakers had been pushing for increased e-bike regulations this year, including potential registration and even licensing for e-bikes. But now it looks like the sails propelling the movement have run out of wind, at least for now. more…
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Why New York’s push to regulate e-bikes just slammed on the brakes. New York lawmakers had been pushing for increased e-bike regulations this year, including potential registration and even licensing for e-bikes. But now it looks like the sails propelling the movement have run out of wind, at least for now.
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New York lawmakers had been pushing for increased e-bike regulations this year, including potential registration and even licensing for e-bikes.
Theguardian
May 26, 04:46
BHP ‘laughing’ at Australia’s key climate policy while pocketing hundreds of millions in tax breaks, Pocock says
Outrage as leaked documents reveal mining giant’s backsliding on commitments to slash emissions Adam Morton: Big Mining gets a $4bn tax break to use fossil fuel. It’s a strange way to tackle emissions Read more from the BHP files investigation here Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The independent senator David Pocock says leaked BHP documents show that the mining giant is “laughing” at Australia’s key climate policy while pocketing hundreds of millions of dollars through a generous diesel tax break. An exclusive investigation based on documents leaked to by the Guardian and the ABC show BHP has scrapped a project to significantly reduce global emissions , delayed vast renewables projects in the Pilbara and war-gamed options to push the electrification of its polluting diesel truck and train fleets into the next two decades. Continue reading...
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BHP ‘laughing’ at Australia’s key climate policy while pocketing hundreds of millions in tax breaks, Pocock says. It’s a strange way to tackle emissions Read more from the BHP files investigation here Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The independent senator David Pocock says leaked BHP documents show that the mining giant is “laughing” at Australia’…
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Outrage as leaked documents reveal mining giant’s backsliding on commitments to slash emissions Adam Morton: Big Mining gets a $4bn tax break to use fossil fuel.
Electrek
May 25, 20:10
Ferrari Luce first look: going where combustion can’t follow
Ferrari unveiled the Luce today in Rome, completing a three-act reveal that started with specs last October and continued with the Jony Ive-designed interior in February . The Italian automaker flew me to Rome for the launch, and I got about 30 minutes to explore the vehicle up close, though I couldn’t drive it. What I found was a car that challenges just about every assumption of what a Ferrari should look like, who should sit in it, and how it should sound, while being unmistakably, stubbornly Ferrari in the ways that matter most: emotions. more…
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Ferrari unveiled the Luce today in Rome, completing a three-act reveal that started with specs last October and continued with the Jony Ive-designed interior in February . The Italian automaker flew me to Rome for the launch, and I got about 30 minutes to explore the vehicle up close, though I couldn’t drive it.
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Ferrari unveiled the Luce today in Rome, completing a three-act reveal that started with specs last October and continued with the Jony Ive-designed interior in February .
Electrek
May 25, 18:17
Honda’s affordable EV hot hatch is ‘selling like hotcakes,’ priced at $21,000
Starting at about $21,000, Honda said the electric hot hatch is already exceeding expectations with over 7,000 preorders. more…
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Honda officially launched the Super-One on Friday, May 22, starting at 3,390,200 yen, or about $21,300. Based on the N-ONE e, Honda’s compact EV sold in Japan, the Super-ONE is a souped-up sportier version aimed at being a “fun” car to drive.
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Starting at about $21,000, Honda said the electric hot hatch is already exceeding expectations with over 7,000 preorders.
Electrek
May 25, 18:00
Bluetti exclusive Memorial Day power station lows from $237, EcoFlow 48-hour flash sale on 716Wh to 12.2kWh power stations, more
It’s Memorial Day, and as such, we have a larger number of Green Deals that you can shop from today through the rest of the week, with some new additions down below, as well as those and all the other Green Deals from past weeks collected into our one-stop-shopping hub here . Among the new additions, we have Bluetti’s official Memorial Day Sale lineup , with plenty of exclusive yearly lows, thanks to our bonus savings codes – all starting from $237 . There’s also EcoFlow’s 48-hour Memorial Day flash sale that is part of the ongoing RV Season Sale , with four power station units of 716Wh to 12.2kWh capacities starting from $349 , as well as Jetson’s compact Bolt Pro e-bike at a new $350 low , the Autel MaxiCharger AC Lite Home 40A Level 2 EV Charger at its $319 low , and more. Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek ’s best EV buying and leasing deals . Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories . more…
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Bluetti exclusive Memorial Day power station lows from $237, EcoFlow 48-hour flash sale on 716Wh to 12.2kWh power stations, more. Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek ’s best EV buying and leasing deals . Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories .
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Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories .
Electrek
May 25, 15:59
These Dutch students are bringing a world champion solar car to the 2026 Electrek American Solar Challenge
This July, the 2026 Electrek Formula Sun Grand Prix (FSGP) and American Solar Challenge (ASC) head north to Minnesota, and one of the 46 registered teams is making the trip for the very first time. The Delft Solar Team is flying in from the Netherlands, and they aren’t exactly showing up empty-handed. I caught up with Rosa Van Wijngaarden, who runs PR for the team, to talk about who they are, what they’re driving, and what it’s like to prep for a race on a continent the team has never set wheels on. more…
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This July, the 2026 Electrek Formula Sun Grand Prix (FSGP) and American Solar Challenge (ASC) head north to Minnesota, and one of the 46 registered teams is making the trip for the very first time. The Delft Solar Team is flying in from the Netherlands, and they aren’t exactly showing up empty-handed.
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This July, the 2026 Electrek Formula Sun Grand Prix (FSGP) and American Solar Challenge (ASC) head north to Minnesota, and one of the 46 registered teams is making the trip for the very first time.
Electrek
May 25, 15:41
BYD turned its luxury EV into a Swiss auto piece of jewelry, and it sold for a record $800,000+
The Denza Z9 GT Chopard Edition is infused with gold accents, rare gemstones, and BYD’s new Flash Charging system, enabling it to recharge as quickly as refueling. more…
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BYD turned its luxury EV into a Swiss auto piece of jewelry, and it sold for a record $800,000+. The Denza Z9 GT Chopard Edition is infused with gold accents, rare gemstones, and BYD’s new Flash Charging system, enabling it to recharge as quickly as refueling.
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The Denza Z9 GT Chopard Edition is infused with gold accents, rare gemstones, and BYD’s new Flash Charging system, enabling it to recharge as quickly as refueling.
Electrek
May 25, 15:24
What is a bike bus and why are parents loving them so much?
For years, the school drop-off line has been one of the defining rituals of suburban life: a long queue of idling SUVs inching toward the curb while stressed parents try to make it to work on time and kids stare at their phones in the back seat. But in a growing number of communities around the world, another option is starting to catch on: the bike bus. And parents are absolutely loving it. more…
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What is a bike bus and why are parents loving them so much?. But in a growing number of communities around the world, another option is starting to catch on: the bike bus. And parents are absolutely loving it.
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But in a growing number of communities around the world, another option is starting to catch on: the bike bus.
Electrek
May 25, 14:54
Musk abandoned his own ‘solar electric economy’ to burn gas for an AI chatbot no one uses
Elon Musk spent years telling the world that solar power was the obvious answer to Earth’s energy needs — that a small patch of desert could power the entire United States. Now, he’s burning millions of tons of fossil fuels to run an AI chatbot that has lost 60% of its downloads, selling the unused compute to a company he called “misanthropic and evil” three months ago, and pitching space-based solar panels right as SpaceX files for a $2 trillion IPO. The contradictions are stacking up faster than xAI’s unpermitted gas turbines. more…
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Elon Musk spent years telling the world that solar power was the obvious answer to Earth’s energy needs — that a small patch of desert could power the entire United States. Now, he’s burning millions of tons of fossil fuels to run an AI chatbot that has lost 60% of its downloads, selling the unused compute to a company he called “misanthropic and evil” three months ago, and pi…
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Elon Musk spent years telling the world that solar power was the obvious answer to Earth’s energy needs — that a small patch of desert could power the entire United States.
Theguardian
May 25, 14:43
UK needs to urgently install air conditioning in schools and care homes, climate campaigners say
Government should fit solar panels to power air con units where vulnerable people live, say green advocates As the country baked in record May temperatures, climate campaigners have said the UK government needs to urgently start installing air conditioning units in schools, care homes and places where vulnerable people live. In 2022, when temperatures spiked above 40C (104F), about 3,000 people in Britain died of causes associated with heat. Studies show air conditioning can cut heat related deaths by 75%. Continue reading...
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UK needs to urgently install air conditioning in schools and care homes, climate campaigners say. In 2022, when temperatures spiked above 40C (104F), about 3,000 people in Britain died of causes associated with heat. Studies show air conditioning can cut heat related deaths by 75%.
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Government should fit solar panels to power air con units where vulnerable people live, say green advocates As the country baked in record May temperatures, climate campaigners have said the UK government needs to urgently start installing air conditioning units in schools, care homes and places where vulnerable people live.
Theguardian
May 25, 12:00
A Louisiana state senator helped secure Meta’s largest datacenter. Then he sold the land beside it
Jay Morris denies experts’ claims that he violated ethics rules over land deals near the site of Meta’s Hyperion datacenter This story is from Floodlight , a non-profit newsroom that investigates the powers stalling climate action For more than two years, John “Jay” Morris, a Louisiana state senator, helped pave the way for Meta to build one of the world’s largest datacenters, called Hyperion, in Richland Parish. Continue reading...
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Jay Morris denies experts’ claims that he violated ethics rules over land deals near the site of Meta’s Hyperion datacenter This story is from Floodlight , a non-profit newsroom that investigates the powers stalling climate action For more than two years, John “Jay” Morris, a Louisiana state senator, helped pave the way for Meta to build one of the world’s largest datacenters, called Hyperion, in Richland Parish.
Theguardian
May 25, 10:30
The BHP files: World’s biggest miner BHP backtracks on climate action with key projects put on ice, leaked documents reveal
Exclusive: Cache of internal documents leaked to the Guardian and the ABC’s Four Corners show multinational has war-gamed ways to massively delay decarbonisation Revealed: the internal BHP memo that slammed the brakes on world’s biggest miner’s climate push Read more from the BHP files investigation here Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The world’s biggest miner has halted or delayed projects to cut vast amounts of emissions and has quietly war-gamed options to push major climate investments in its Western Australian iron ore operations into the next two decades, internal documents show. An exclusive investigation based on documents leaked to the Guardian and the ABC’s Four Corners can reveal that BHP , one of Australia’s biggest historic emitters, has dumped plans for a facility that could have significantly reduced emissions and has put on ice renewable projects designed to power its iron ore operations in the vast, resource-rich Pilbara region. Continue reading...
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Exclusive: Cache of internal documents leaked to the Guardian and the ABC’s Four Corners show multinational has war-gamed ways to massively delay decarbonisation Revealed: the internal BHP memo that slammed the brakes on world’s biggest miner’s climate push Read more from the BHP files investigation here Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The world’s…
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Exclusive: Cache of internal documents leaked to the Guardian and the ABC’s Four Corners show multinational has war-gamed ways to massively delay decarbonisation Revealed: the internal BHP memo that slammed the brakes on world’s biggest miner’s climate push Read more from the BHP files investigation here Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The world’s biggest miner has halted or delayed projects to cut vast amounts of emissions and has quietly war-gamed options to push major climate investments in its Western Australian iron ore operations into the next two decades, internal documents show.
Theguardian
May 25, 10:30
BHP defies its own climate strategy to spend hundreds of millions on polluting diesel trucks in Pilbara
Exclusive: Mining giant says technology is not yet advanced enough to run a fully electrified fleet but experts say it is hooked on federal fuel tax credits Revealed: the internal BHP memo that slammed the brakes on world’s biggest miner’s climate push Read more from the BHP files investigation here Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast BHP has continued to spend hundreds of millions of dollars buying diesel trucks in the Pilbara despite internal documents suggesting it would increase emissions and be “misaligned” with its decarbonisation goals. The mining giant is Australia’s biggest consumer of diesel and trucks are its biggest single source of diesel emissions. Replacing the fleet with battery-electric trucks is considered a critical step in the multinational’s efforts to decarbonise. Continue reading...
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BHP defies its own climate strategy to spend hundreds of millions on polluting diesel trucks in Pilbara. Exclusive: Mining giant says technology is not yet advanced enough to run a fully electrified fleet but experts say it is hooked on federal fuel tax credits Revealed: the internal BHP memo that slammed the brakes on world’s biggest miner’s climate push Read more from the BH…
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The mining giant is Australia’s biggest consumer of diesel and trucks are its biggest single source of diesel emissions.
Electrek
May 24, 12:23
LiveWire’s 125cc-equivalent electric fun bikes begin revealing their secrets
We’re finally starting to learn more about LiveWire’s upcoming S4 Honcho electric motorcycles as the company begins showing off pre-production prototypes around the US ahead of launch. more…
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Even with some lingering unanswered questions, the S4 Honcho mini-moto is shaping up to be one of LiveWire’s most interesting products yet. The company is preparing two versions of the bike: the street-legal S4 Honcho Street and the off-road-focused S4 Honcho Trail.
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We’re finally starting to learn more about LiveWire’s upcoming S4 Honcho electric motorcycles as the company begins showing off pre-production prototypes around the US ahead of launch.
Nuclear Engineering International
May 24, 00:16
Next-Gen Nuclear Reactor Produces Hydrogen Alongside Electricity
The new funding will help Thea Energy expand manufacturing for its smaller magnets and begin construction of its Eos demonstration device.
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A new high-temperature gas-cooled reactor design cogenerates both electricity and clean hydrogen at a cost of $2.50/kg.
Windpower Monthly
May 24, 00:16
Offshore Wind Farm in North Sea Powers 5 Million Homes
The Dogger Bank Wind Farm in the North Sea reached full capacity, producing 3.6 GW of electricity — enough to power 5 million UK homes.
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The Dogger Bank Wind Farm in the North Sea reached full capacity, producing 3.6 GW of electricity — enough to power 5 million UK homes.
Hydrogen Insight
May 24, 00:16
Green Hydrogen Now Cheaper Than Grey Hydrogen in 15 Countries
Renewable electrolysis achieved cost parity with fossil-based hydrogen in 15 countries, driven by gigascale electrolyzer deployment.
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Renewable electrolysis achieved cost parity with fossil-based hydrogen in 15 countries, driven by gigascale electrolyzer deployment.
Electrek
May 23, 18:35
Tesla now calls FSD ‘Tesla Assisted Driving’ in China – a more truthful name
Tesla has once again changed the name of its “FSD” system in China, using a more truthful name for the system in the world’s largest auto market. more…
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It has long called the software system it sells “Full Self-Driving,” a simple, descriptive name that really says everything you need to know about the system’s functionality. According to the standardized system for self-driving system classification , Tesla’s system is “level 2,” just like most other consumer-available software.
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Tesla has once again changed the name of its “FSD” system in China, using a more truthful name for the system in the world’s largest auto market.
Electrek
May 23, 17:41
Solar surprise: rare cloud condition pushed this solar panel system OVER 100%
One Redditor got a big surprise this week, when they checked their rooftop solar app and saw something incredible – their 880 W PV system seemed to break physics by making more than 1,050 W of power! more…
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True to their username, Redditor Full_Analysis_3392 didn’t immediately jump to the conclusion that physics was broken and the Apollo Moon landings were faked. “The panels are Jinko Tiger Neo 440W Dual Glass All Black N-Type Bifacial.
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One Redditor got a big surprise this week, when they checked their rooftop solar app and saw something incredible – their 880 W PV system seemed to break physics by making more than 1,050 W of power!
Electrek
May 23, 15:55
New bill could change how e-bikes are labeled and sold
A new bill in Delaware could change how electric bikes and other small electric vehicles are marketed and sold, aiming to crack down on what lawmakers see as growing confusion between legal e-bikes and higher-powered electric mopeds or motorcycles. more…
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House Bill 439, dubbed the “Truth in E-Bike Marketing Act,” would prohibit dealers from advertising certain electric mopeds or motorcycles as “electric bicycles” unless they actually meet Delaware’s legal definition of an e-bike.
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A new bill in Delaware could change how electric bikes and other small electric vehicles are marketed and sold, aiming to crack down on what lawmakers see as growing confusion between legal e-bikes and higher-powered electric mopeds or motorcycles.
Electrek
May 23, 15:00
Cadillac expands into Brazil as GM’s global ambitions and F1 plans converge
GM’s global ambitions will take center stage ahead of the next Brazilian Grand Prix, with its flagship luxury brand Cadillac announcing plans to open three brand-new “Experience Centers” in the South American nation as part of the lead-up to the race. more…
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Cadillac announced the next step in its South American expansion this week, confirming plans to open the brand’s first Experience Centers in Brasília, Curitiba, and São Paulo – three of the nation’s most populous and car-centric cities.
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GM’s global ambitions will take center stage ahead of the next Brazilian Grand Prix, with its flagship luxury brand Cadillac announcing plans to open three brand-new “Experience Centers” in the South American nation as part of the lead-up to the race.
Electrek
May 23, 14:01
Charging ahead: Kuala Lumpur, Penang beat EVSE deployment goals
While some nations and their Boomer leaders cling to some imagined past, the rest of the world is charging towards a zero-emission future. Now, you can add Malaysian states Kuala Lumpur and Penang to the latter list, as both states exceeded their annual EV charger deployment goal … and they did it in March! more…
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Charging ahead: Kuala Lumpur, Penang beat EVSE deployment goals. While some nations and their Boomer leaders cling to some imagined past, the rest of the world is charging towards a zero-emission future. Now, you can add Malaysian states Kuala Lumpur and Penang to the latter list, as both states exceeded their annual EV charger deployment goal … and they did it in March!
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While some nations and their Boomer leaders cling to some imagined past, the rest of the world is charging towards a zero-emission future.
Electrek
May 23, 12:47
E-quipment highlight: SANY SY375E packs a SWAPPABLE 550 kWh battery
Chinese multinational equipment brand SANY says its new, SY375E electric excavator will redefine heavy-duty performance and job site sustainability with its impressive range of capabilities – but one item leaps off the spec sheet: the massive, swappable 550 kWh CATL battery ! more…
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More than enough, says SANY, to match the power and productivity of its diesel-powered counterparts on just about every job site. SANY isn’t content with just matching the capabilities of diesel equipment with its big EVs, however. “ And that future is electric .” I couldn’t agree more with Mr.
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Chinese multinational equipment brand SANY says its new, SY375E electric excavator will redefine heavy-duty performance and job site sustainability with its impressive range of capabilities – but one item leaps off the spec sheet: the massive, swappable 550 kWh CATL battery !
Electrek
May 22, 20:48
Chevy Equinox and Blazer EVs gain a few key updates for 2027: Here’s what to expect
The 2027 Chevy Equinox EV and Blazer EV are due for a few updates that fix some of the biggest complaints with the current models. more…
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GM is giving drivers what they want. For the 2027 model year, Chevy’s electric SUVs will finally be able to access Tesla Superchargers. According to GM Authority , the 2027 Chevy Blazer EV LT and RS trims will now offer an optional eight-speaker premium Bose sound system.
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The 2027 Chevy Equinox EV and Blazer EV are due for a few updates that fix some of the biggest complaints with the current models.
Electrek
May 22, 20:17
This Boston apartment complex comes with 64 EV chargers
75 Comments Boston’s largest apartment EV charging project to date just went live in Hyde Park. EV charging company Loop Global installed 64 Level 2 chargers at a newly built apartment development in…
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EV charging company Loop Global installed 64 Level 2 chargers at a newly built apartment development in Boston’s Hyde Park, at 36–40 Sprague Street. According to Ohm Analytics, it’s the largest multifamily EV charging installation in Boston so far. Those incentives funded infrastructure for all 64 charging ports, as well as part of the charging hardware.
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Boston’s largest apartment EV charging project to date just went live in Hyde Park.
Electrek
May 22, 18:36
Podcast: Tesla Solar, Volvo EX60 unveiled, Xiaomi YU7 GT, and AMG GT
In the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla going back to solar, Volvo EX60 unveiling, Xiaomi YU7 GT, AMG GT, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by GM Energy . If you want to experience more resilience and control over your home energy, the GM Energy Home System adds stationary battery power for always-ready backup energy for your home, and the GM Energy PowerBank takes in energy from the grid and stores it for when you need it most. Learn more at gmenergy.gm.com more…
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Podcast: Tesla Solar, Volvo EX60 unveiled, Xiaomi YU7 GT, and AMG GT. In the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla going back to solar, Volvo EX60 unveiling, Xiaomi YU7 GT, AMG GT, and more.
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In the Electrek Podcast , we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy.
Electrek
May 22, 18:00
Ride1Up’s three VORSA modular multi-use e-bikes from $1,395, Navee Memorial Day Sale restocks UT5 Ultra X electric superscooter, more
We’re closing out this week’s Green Deals led by two EV sales. Ride1Up has added all three versions of its VORSA Modular Multi-Use e-bikes to its Memorial Day Sale lineup at their lowest prices starting from $1,395 , while Navee’s Memorial Day Sale has restocked the newest UT5 Ultra X Electric SuperScooter at $2,300 , with tons of other models starting from $150 . We also rounded up a bunch of EcoFlow’s under-1,024Wh power stations, like the 960Wh DELTA 3 1000 Air Power Station at a new $299 low , as well as the expanded 858Wh RIVER 3 Max Plus Power Station at a new $359 low , among others. There’s also Aiper’s Memorial Day Sale that has dropped the latest Scuba V3 AI Vision Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaner to its $900 low , and many more holiday savings are waiting for you below. And don’t forget about the hangover deals at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s launch deals on the Heybike Saturn Moped-Style e-bike starting from $999 , the pre-sale deal you can score on Anker’s upcoming S2000 Portable Power Station for $599 , and more. Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek ’s best EV buying and leasing deals . Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories . more…
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We’re closing out this week’s Green Deals led by two EV sales. Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek ’s best EV buying and leasing deals . Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories .
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Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories .
Electrek
May 22, 17:45
Kia is killing off its cheapest gas car, but a new EV will replace it
Starting at about $20,000, the Picanto is Kia’s most affordable new car in Europe, the UK, and several other global markets. The entry-level gas car is likely on its way out as part of the shift to electrification, but Kia has a new EV that will replace it. more…
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Kia is killing off its cheapest gas car, but a new EV will replace it. Starting at about $20,000, the Picanto is Kia’s most affordable new car in Europe, the UK, and several other global markets. The entry-level gas car is likely on its way out as part of the shift to electrification, but Kia has a new EV that will replace it.
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Starting at about $20,000, the Picanto is Kia’s most affordable new car in Europe, the UK, and several other global markets.
Electrek
May 22, 15:55
BYD’s flagship electric sedan spotted with a familiar look ahead of its debut [Images]
The Great Han is set to debut any day now as a sibling to BYD’s new flagship electric SUV, the Great Tang. It’s expected to offer an impressive 1,000 km (621 miles) range and fast charging in as little as five minutes. more…
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BYD’s flagship electric sedan spotted with a familiar look ahead of its debut [Images]. The Great Han is set to debut any day now as a sibling to BYD’s new flagship electric SUV, the Great Tang. It’s expected to offer an impressive 1,000 km (621 miles) range and fast charging in as little as five minutes.
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The Great Han is set to debut any day now as a sibling to BYD’s new flagship electric SUV, the Great Tang.
Electrek
May 22, 15:51
Lucid’s more affordable Cosmos midsize SUV spotted testing next to Tesla Model Y
A camouflaged Lucid Cosmos prototype has been spotted testing on public roads near the Lucid factory in Casa Grande, Arizona. The photo shows the midsize SUV right next to a Tesla Model Y, giving us our best real-world size comparison yet. The sighting comes as Lucid prepares for the Cosmos’s full public unveil this summer, with production slated for late 2026. more…
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Lucid’s more affordable Cosmos midsize SUV spotted testing next to Tesla Model Y. A camouflaged Lucid Cosmos prototype has been spotted testing on public roads near the Lucid factory in Casa Grande, Arizona. The photo shows the midsize SUV right next to a Tesla Model Y, giving us our best real-world size comparison yet.
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A camouflaged Lucid Cosmos prototype has been spotted testing on public roads near the Lucid factory in Casa Grande, Arizona.
Electrek
May 22, 15:17
Tesla Cybercab: hate it or love it, it is the most efficient EV ever
Tesla’s Cybercab has been certified at 165 Wh/mi, making it the most efficient electric vehicle ever produced — by a wide margin. The next most efficient EV on the market, the Lucid Air Pure, consumes 28% more energy per mile. Tesla VP of Vehicle Engineering Lars Moravy confirmed the figure, which represents a certified rating — not a marketing claim or internal target. It’s an impressive achievement, but it comes with a massive asterisk: Tesla accomplished this by building a tiny two-seat robotaxi with no steering wheel, no pedals, and a sub-50 kWh battery pack. more…
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Tesla Cybercab: hate it or love it, it is the most efficient EV ever. Tesla’s Cybercab has been certified at 165 Wh/mi, making it the most efficient electric vehicle ever produced — by a wide margin. The next most efficient EV on the market, the Lucid Air Pure, consumes 28% more energy per mile.
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Tesla’s Cybercab has been certified at 165 Wh/mi, making it the most efficient electric vehicle ever produced — by a wide margin.
Electrek
May 22, 14:34
Meet Honda’s $21,000 electric hot hatch [Images]
Honda’s electric hot hatch went on sale in Japan on Friday, starting at about $21,000. The Super-ONE EV will launch in Europe, the UK, and other overseas regions soon. more…
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Meet Honda’s $21,000 electric hot hatch [Images]. Honda’s electric hot hatch went on sale in Japan on Friday, starting at about $21,000. The Super-ONE EV will launch in Europe, the UK, and other overseas regions soon.
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Honda’s electric hot hatch went on sale in Japan on Friday, starting at about $21,000.
Electrek
May 22, 11:19
Wheel-E Podcast: Lectric XPress2 launch, Amazon cargo quads, more
This week on Electrek ’s Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time, that includes new e-bike launches from the Lectric XPress2 to the Heybike Saturn, gigantic cargo e-bikes from Amazon, a deep dive into the Yozma IN10 Pro, Juiced’s Nomadix, and more. more…
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This week on Electrek ’s Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time, that includes new e-bike launches from the Lectric XPress2 to the Heybike Saturn, gigantic cargo e-bikes from Amazon, a deep dive into the Yozma IN10 Pro, Juiced’s Nomadix, and more. more…
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This week on Electrek ’s Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles.
Electrek
May 22, 10:36
Specialized launches impressive full-suspension Vado 3 X commuter e-bike
Just a month after unveiling its new Vado 3 and Vado 3 EVO urban e-bike lineup, Specialized is already expanding the family with a new model that pushes even further into adventure-bike territory. Meet the new Vado 3 X . more…
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While the original Vado 3 was aimed squarely at urban commuting and the Vado 3 EVO added more all-terrain versatility, the new Vado 3 X essentially takes the EVO concept and dials it up another notch with the addition of full suspension.
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Just a month after unveiling its new Vado 3 and Vado 3 EVO urban e-bike lineup, Specialized is already expanding the family with a new model that pushes even further into adventure-bike territory.
Electrek
May 22, 09:55
Tesla recalls 14,575 Model Ys because they may be missing a sticker
Tesla is recalling 14,575 Model Y vehicles, produced between November ’25 and April ’26, due to a possible missing certification label. more…
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NHTSA sent out a Tesla recall notice today, indicating that the affected vehicles could be missing a weight certification label, potentially causing the vehicles to be overloaded and become unsafe. Every vehicle comes with a label , on the inside of the driver’s side door, showing the maximum loaded weight of the vehicle.
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Tesla is recalling 14,575 Model Y vehicles, produced between November ’25 and April ’26, due to a possible missing certification label.
Electrek
May 22, 01:51
Yozma IN10 Pro Review: $2,000 buys 50mph Sur Ron Light Bee killa
Last month I reviewed the $1,200 Yozma IN10 and called it unstoppable at its price point. Then I promised to come back with another thousand dollars and the Pro . Here we are. The base $1200 IN10 made a compelling case for itself as a teen’s trail machine. The Pro makes a different argument entirely. Same fun Yozma DNA, same off-road-only positioning — but the numbers have jumped into territory that starts to make you ask harder questions. The I N10 Pro is rated at 5,500W peak with 220Nm of torque and a claimed 50mph top speed. For context: that’s not eMoto-for-kids territory anymore. That’s approaching light electric motorcycle territory, at a fraction of the price. more…
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Yozma IN10 Pro Review: $2,000 buys 50mph Sur Ron Light Bee killa. Last month I reviewed the $1,200 Yozma IN10 and called it unstoppable at its price point. That’s approaching light electric motorcycle territory, at a fraction of the price.
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That’s approaching light electric motorcycle territory, at a fraction of the price.
Electrek
May 22, 01:42
Sustainability, sustainability, and de-risking your fleet operations
On today’s sustainably-produced episode of Quick Charge , we explore some of the different types of sustainability available to us in the world of electrification, celebrate some big wind and solar wins, and take a minute to enjoy some schadenfreude. more…
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If you want to experience more resilience and control over your home energy, the GM Energy Home System adds stationary battery power for always-ready backup energy for your home, and the GM Energy PowerBank takes in energy from the grid and stores it for when you need it most.
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On today’s sustainably-produced episode of Quick Charge , we explore some of the different types of sustainability available to us in the world of electrification, celebrate some big wind and solar wins, and take a minute to enjoy some schadenfreude.
Electrek
May 21, 23:35
EV charging demand is stressing local grids, and Texture just raised $12.5M to tackle it
Grid software startup Texture has raised a $12.5 million Series A round as utilities scramble to keep up with rising electricity demand from EVs, EV chargers, data centers, renewables, and extreme weather. more…
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The funding round was co-led by VoLo Earth Ventures and Equal Ventures, with participation from Lerer Hippeau and Abstract Ventures. Grids that were built for one-way electricity flow now have to handle EV charging spikes, utility-scale renewables, rooftop solar, batteries, smart thermostats, and growing demand from AI data centers, often all at the same time.
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Grid software startup Texture has raised a $12.5 million Series A round as utilities scramble to keep up with rising electricity demand from EVs, EV chargers, data centers, renewables, and extreme weather.
Electrek
May 21, 21:16
Hawaii’s newest NEVI charging station is part of a different kind of rollout
Hawaii is continuing to build out its public EV charging network, and the state just opened a new NEVI-funded fast charging site at Kapalua Airport on Maui. more…
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The Kapalua Airport location is HDOT’s third commissioned charging site funded through the federal National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program. Hawaii’s NEVI rollout is taking a different approach: Sustainability Partners, a public benefit company, is funding, deploying, and maintaining all of the state’s NEVI charging stations through its Electric Vehicles as a Se…
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Hawaii is continuing to build out its public EV charging network, and the state just opened a new NEVI-funded fast charging site at Kapalua Airport on Maui.
Electrek
May 21, 21:05
Jeep and Ram vehicles are about to get more affordable with prices under $40,000
Stellantis plans to launch seven new Jeep , Ram, and Chrysler vehicles priced under $40,000, and two that will cost less than $30,000. more…
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As part of its new FaSTLAne 2030 business plan, Stellantis will invest $69.5 billion (€60 billion) over the next five years to boost growth and profits. Between now and 2030, Stellantis will launch 60 new vehicles, and another 50 will be significantly updated. DS and Lancia will now be managed by Citroën and FIAT as specialty brands.
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Stellantis plans to launch seven new Jeep , Ram, and Chrysler vehicles priced under $40,000, and two that will cost less than $30,000.
Electrek
May 21, 20:11
The Genesis GV90 has coach doors and a massive 27″ digital screen [Video]
The GV90 will be available with Rolls-Royce-like coach doors as Genesis upscales into higher-end segments. With an expected debut soon, an uncovered model was found abandoned in a field alongside other Lucid, Hyundai, and Audi vehicles. more…
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The Genesis GV90 has coach doors and a massive 27″ digital screen [Video]. The GV90 will be available with Rolls-Royce-like coach doors as Genesis upscales into higher-end segments. With an expected debut soon, an uncovered model was found abandoned in a field alongside other Lucid, Hyundai, and Audi vehicles.
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The GV90 will be available with Rolls-Royce-like coach doors as Genesis upscales into higher-end segments.
Electrek
May 21, 19:32
Solid-state EV batteries hit another major milestone in China
Chinese lithium metal giant Ganfeng Lithium has begun producing what it calls the world’s first 10 Ah solid-state batteries with an energy density of 500 Wh/kg. The lithium giant has supply deals with Tesla, Volkswagen, Hyundai, and several other major OEMs for key EV battery materials. more…
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Solid-state EV batteries hit another major milestone in China. Chinese lithium metal giant Ganfeng Lithium has begun producing what it calls the world’s first 10 Ah solid-state batteries with an energy density of 500 Wh/kg. The lithium giant has supply deals with Tesla, Volkswagen, Hyundai, and several other major OEMs for key EV battery materials.
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The lithium giant has supply deals with Tesla, Volkswagen, Hyundai, and several other major OEMs for key EV battery materials.
Electrek
May 21, 18:00
Heybike’s new Saturn moped-style e-bike + $168 FREE bundle from $999, Anker SOLIX S2000 power station pre-sale deal for $599, more
Just like yesterday’s edition with two new launch deals from some of our favorite brands, our Thursday Green Deals is following suit with two early-bird launch deals, starting with the Heybike Saturn Moped-Style e-bike (with two battery configurations) getting a $168 FREE bundle of gear from $999 . Right behind that, we have a pre-launch deal through June 1 that gives you a coupon to score Anker’s upcoming SOLIX S2000 Portable Power Station at $599 once it launches (over the general $680 deal price). From there, we spotted a rare chance to pick up the EGO Power+ 2,100 PSI Electric Pressure Washer with a 6.0Ah battery at its $449 low , as well as Hiboy’s 40-mile travelling S2 Max Electric Scooter at $495 ($95 less than its direct sale pricing), Aiper’s IrriSense 2 smart irrigation system at a new low, an EGO 15-inch cordless electric string trimmer deal, and more waiting for you below. And don’t forget about the hangover deals at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s launch bundle deals on the new Juiced Scrambler and Lectric XPress2 e-bikes, the latest EcoFlow flash sale offers that are ending tonight, and more. Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek ’s best EV buying and leasing deals . Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories . more…
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Heybike’s new Saturn moped-style e-bike + $168 FREE bundle from $999, Anker SOLIX S2000 power station pre-sale deal for $599, more. Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek ’s best EV buying and leasing deals . Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories .
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Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories .
Electrek
May 21, 17:56
Honda is recalling nearly 60,000 electric SUVs
The Prologue was once among the top-selling EVs in the US, but Honda’s electric SUV has lost a bit of its luster. To make matters worse, Honda is now issuing a recall impacting almost 60,000 Prologue and Acura ZDX vehicles. more…
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Honda is recalling nearly 60,000 electric SUVs. The Prologue was once among the top-selling EVs in the US, but Honda’s electric SUV has lost a bit of its luster. To make matters worse, Honda is now issuing a recall impacting almost 60,000 Prologue and Acura ZDX vehicles.
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The Prologue was once among the top-selling EVs in the US, but Honda’s electric SUV has lost a bit of its luster.
Electrek
May 21, 14:22
Xiaomi’s new YU7 undercuts Tesla Model Y by $4,350 with 50 km more range
Xiaomi launched a new entry-level YU7 “Standard Edition” today priced at RMB 233,500 (~$32,400) — undercutting the Tesla Model Y by RMB 30,000 ($4,350) while delivering 643 km of range versus the Model Y’s 593 km. CEO Lei Jun admitted onstage that the original YU7’s pricing was “not competitive enough” against Tesla, with only a RMB 10,000 (~$1,450) gap. The company also unveiled the 1,003-HP YU7 GT, which shattered the Nürburgring SUV record by 14 seconds. more…
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Xiaomi’s new YU7 undercuts Tesla Model Y by $4,350 with 50 km more range. CEO Lei Jun admitted onstage that the original YU7’s pricing was “not competitive enough” against Tesla, with only a RMB 10,000 (~$1,450) gap. The company also unveiled the 1,003-HP YU7 GT, which shattered the Nürburgring SUV record by 14 seconds.
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Xiaomi launched a new entry-level YU7 “Standard Edition” today priced at RMB 233,500 (~$32,400) — undercutting the Tesla Model Y by RMB 30,000 ($4,350) while delivering 643 km of range versus the Model Y’s 593 km.
Electrek
May 21, 14:00
Interior Dept. decided on its $1B oil bribe to stop wind power before it had a reason
The Interior Department, which recently used $1 billion in taxpayer funds to bribe a foreign oil company into stopping development of cheap offshore wind in the US, had already decided on the deal before it had fabricated a legal justification for it, according to emails obtained by Congress. more…
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TotalEnergies, formerly Total, is one of the largest oil companies in the world, considered one of the six “supermajors” of Big Oil. But it also operates and constructs wind farms in various parts of the world. Burgum himself tried to pass rules making it nearly impossible to build new wind and solar, but a court reversed those rules .
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The Interior Department, which recently used $1 billion in taxpayer funds to bribe a foreign oil company into stopping development of cheap offshore wind in the US, had already decided on the deal before it had fabricated a legal justification for it, according to emails obtained by Congress.
Electrek
May 21, 05:55
Heybike launches 40 MPH electric moped for an insanely low $999, but at what cost?
The moped-style electric bike market continues to grow, and now Heybike is throwing its hat further into the ring with the launch of its new Saturn e-bike. And the company is coming out swinging with specs that jump right off the page and a price tag that will make you say, “wait, whaaat?” more…
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Heybike launches 40 MPH electric moped for an insanely low $999, but at what cost?. The moped-style electric bike market continues to grow, and now Heybike is throwing its hat further into the ring with the launch of its new Saturn e-bike. And the company is coming out swinging with specs that jump right off the page and a price tag that will make you say, “wait, whaaat?” more…
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The moped-style electric bike market continues to grow, and now Heybike is throwing its hat further into the ring with the launch of its new Saturn e-bike.
Electrek
May 21, 04:01
SEIA: AI is fueling a massive US energy storage boom
The US energy storage industry kicked off 2026 with its strongest Q1 on record, despite the Trump administration continuing to attack clean energy. more…
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According to the latest US Energy Storage Market Outlook released today from the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) and Benchmark Mineral Intelligence, the US installed 9.7 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of new energy storage capacity in Q1 2026. The report has been revised upward to forecast more than 610 GWh of energy storage installations by 2030.
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The US energy storage industry kicked off 2026 with its strongest Q1 on record, despite the Trump administration continuing to attack clean energy.
Electrek
May 21, 01:25
SpaceX S-1 reveals Tesla’s Terafab deal is far from done
SpaceX filed its S-1 with the SEC today ahead of its blockbuster IPO, and buried in the 308-page document is a sobering reality check on the Tesla (TSLA) collaborations that Elon Musk has been hyping for months. The legal language in SpaceX’s own filing reveals that both Terafab and Macrohard — the two major joint projects between Tesla and SpaceX — are in “very early stages” with no financial terms, no intellectual property rights, and no binding commitments finalized. more…
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SpaceX filed its S-1 with the SEC today ahead of its blockbuster IPO, and buried in the 308-page document is a sobering reality check on the Tesla (TSLA) collaborations that Elon Musk has been hyping for months.
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SpaceX filed its S-1 with the SEC today ahead of its blockbuster IPO, and buried in the 308-page document is a sobering reality check on the Tesla (TSLA) collaborations that Elon Musk has been hyping for months.
Electrek
May 21, 01:00
Yes, an EV really CAN power your home – if it’s one of these [update]
Can an EV really help power your home when the power goes out? It’s one of the biggest FAQs people have about electric cars — but the answer can be a bit confusing. It’s either a yes, with a but – or a no, with an unless. To find out which EVs can offer vehicle-to-home (V2H) tech to keep the lights on or even lower your energy bills, keep on reading. UPDATE 20MAY2026 : a new Volvo , and the return of ID.BUZZ ! more…
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Yes, an EV really CAN power your home – if it’s one of these [update]. Can an EV really help power your home when the power goes out? It’s one of the biggest FAQs people have about electric cars — but the answer can be a bit confusing.
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Can an EV really help power your home when the power goes out?
Electrek
May 21, 00:33
Electrifying your fleet isn’t just about going green – it’s about staying in business
In the world of business, there are two kinds of sustainability – sustainability in the sense that we need a planet to live and breathe on, and sustainability in the sense that the business needs to stay in business. For years, EV proponents have been talking about sustainability of the first kind, but Trump’s war with Iran is proving that going electric can help with sustainability of the second kind, too. more…
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In the world of business, there are two kinds of sustainability – sustainability in the sense that we need a planet to live and breathe on, and sustainability in the sense that the business needs to stay in business.
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In the world of business, there are two kinds of sustainability – sustainability in the sense that we need a planet to live and breathe on, and sustainability in the sense that the business needs to stay in business.
Electrek
May 20, 23:01
In a first, wind and solar generated more power than gas globally in April 2026
Wind and solar just hit a major global milestone: For the first time ever, they generated more electricity than gas for the full month of April. more…
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According to new analysis from independent energy think tank Ember , wind and solar produced 22% of the world’s electricity in April 2026, compared to 20% from gas. But back then, wind and solar combined generated just 245 TWh – less than half of what they produced this April.
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Wind and solar just hit a major global milestone: For the first time ever, they generated more electricity than gas for the full month of April.
Electrek
May 20, 21:25
The Chevy Equinox EV gains a few extras for 2027, including one that drivers will appreciate
Although the new Bolt is now on sale, GM is still calling the electric Chevy Equinox “America’s most affordable 315+ mile range EV.” For the 2027 model year, GM is addressing at least one of the biggest complaints with the current model. more…
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In the first quarter, the electric Equinox remained a top seller, ranking fifth behind the Hyundai IONIQ 5, Toyota bZ, Tesla Model 3, and Model Y. According to GMAuthority , the 2027 Chevy Equinox EV will finally be available with a premium Bose sound system. GM will offer it on the 2027 Equinox EV as part of the Active Safety Package 3 for an additional cost.
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Although the new Bolt is now on sale, GM is still calling the electric Chevy Equinox “America’s most affordable 315+ mile range EV.” For the 2027 model year, GM is addressing at least one of the biggest complaints with the current model.
Electrek
May 20, 20:09
Now Bojangles wants EV drivers to fast charge while they eat
Southern fast-food chain Bojangles is getting into EV charging, debuting its first DC fast-charging station in Savannah, Georgia. more…
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The company just opened an EV charging hub at its restaurant at 4401 Ogeechee Road in Savannah. The project was developed with EV charger company XLR8 America and Energy and Environmental Design Services, which handled installation and maintenance.
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Southern fast-food chain Bojangles is getting into EV charging, debuting its first DC fast-charging station in Savannah, Georgia.
Electrek
May 20, 19:38
BYD is struggling to meet demand for new fast-charging EVs as orders reach 100K, 60K
BYD’s new flagship electric SUV, equipped with its new Blade Battery 2.0 and Flash Charging tech, has received over 100,000 orders. The new Song Ultra EV secured over 61,000. BYD said it can’t keep up with demand. more…
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BYD is struggling to meet demand for new fast-charging EVs as orders reach 100K, 60K. BYD’s new flagship electric SUV, equipped with its new Blade Battery 2.0 and Flash Charging tech, has received over 100,000 orders. BYD said it can’t keep up with demand.
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BYD’s new flagship electric SUV, equipped with its new Blade Battery 2.0 and Flash Charging tech, has received over 100,000 orders.
Electrek
May 20, 18:00
Juiced Scrambler moto-style e-bikes + $245 launch bundles from $1,699, Lectric XPress2 e-bikes + $336 launch bundles $1,399, more
Our mid-week Green Deals are headlined by some very exciting deals from two of our favorite EV brands, with the first being Juiced Bikes’ rebirth , which is giving us launch deals on the Scrambler Moto-Style Hardtail + Full Suspension e-bikes with $245 FREE gear bundles starting from $1,699 . Next, Lectric has launched its newest XPress2 Long-Range Cruiser + Commuter e-bikes with $336 FREE gear bundles at $1,399 . From there, we have a 48-hour EcoFlow flash sale offering the 1,024Wh DELTA 3 Plus Portable Power Station with 2x 220W solar panels for an $899 low (alongside three other offers), as well as Baseus’ X1 Pro Dual-Tracking Wireless Outdoor Solar Security Camera – with or without a 32GB microSD card – at lows starting from $150 , Jackery’s newest Explorer 1500 Ultra 1,536Wh power station back at its lowest price, a collection of Camplux 8kW to 27kW tankless electric water heater deals, and more waiting for you below. And don’t forget about the hangover deals at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s exclusive $3,997 savings on the bundled 12,288Wh EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra X Power Station + Smart Home Panel 3 to a new low , and more. Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek ’s best EV buying and leasing deals . Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories . more…
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Juiced Scrambler moto-style e-bikes + $245 launch bundles from $1,699, Lectric XPress2 e-bikes + $336 launch bundles $1,399, more. Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, Electrek ’s best EV buying and leasing deals . Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories .
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Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories .
Electrek
May 20, 17:33
Audi says this affordable luxury EV will ‘rejuvenate’ the brand [Video]
Audi is looking to bring down the barriers to owning a luxury EV. The A2 e-tron will ‘rejuvenate” the luxury brand, Audi promised after previewing the entry-level EV ahead of its upcoming debut. more…
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Audi says this affordable luxury EV will ‘rejuvenate’ the brand [Video]. Audi is looking to bring down the barriers to owning a luxury EV. The A2 e-tron will ‘rejuvenate” the luxury brand, Audi promised after previewing the entry-level EV ahead of its upcoming debut.
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Audi is looking to bring down the barriers to owning a luxury EV.
Electrek
May 20, 16:56
Tesla can’t seem to figure out the power of its new cheap Model 3
Tesla has changed the 0-100 km/h acceleration spec on its new $39,490 CAD Model 3 Premium RWD in Canada for a second in less than three weeks. The car now lists a 6.2-second sprint — two full seconds slower than the 4.2 seconds Tesla advertised at launch on May 1. The repeated spec changes on the Shanghai-built sedan — from 4.2s to 5.2s and now 6.2s — are raising legitimate consumer concerns. more…
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Tesla can’t seem to figure out the power of its new cheap Model 3. Tesla has changed the 0-100 km/h acceleration spec on its new $39,490 CAD Model 3 Premium RWD in Canada for a second in less than three weeks. The car now lists a 6.2-second sprint — two full seconds slower than the 4.2 seconds Tesla advertised at launch on May 1.
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Tesla has changed the 0-100 km/h acceleration spec on its new $39,490 CAD Model 3 Premium RWD in Canada for a second in less than three weeks.
Electrek
May 20, 15:30
BYD Song Ultra EV conquers an over 2,700-mile trip with its new battery and 5-min charging
To show what its new Blade Battery and 5-minute Flash Charging tech is capable of, BYD went where no EV has gone before. The new Song Ultra EV, equipped with the new tech, drove over 2,700 miles (4,395 km) across China’s largest expressway, becoming the first to complete the full trip. more…
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BYD Song Ultra EV conquers an over 2,700-mile trip with its new battery and 5-min charging. To show what its new Blade Battery and 5-minute Flash Charging tech is capable of, BYD went where no EV has gone before. The new Song Ultra EV, equipped with the new tech, drove over 2,700 miles (4,395 km) across China’s largest expressway, becoming the first to complete the full trip.
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To show what its new Blade Battery and 5-minute Flash Charging tech is capable of, BYD went where no EV has gone before.
Electrek
May 20, 14:23
Jeep’s next SUV may take cues from the Range Rover
Jeep’s next vehicle may look a little like the Range Rover or Defender, or vice versa. Jeep and Ram’s parent company, Stellantis, announced a new alliance with Jaguar Land Rover to shake things up in the US. more…
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Jeep’s next SUV may take cues from the Range Rover. Jeep’s next vehicle may look a little like the Range Rover or Defender, or vice versa. Jeep and Ram’s parent company, Stellantis, announced a new alliance with Jaguar Land Rover to shake things up in the US.
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Jeep’s next vehicle may look a little like the Range Rover or Defender, or vice versa.
Electrek
May 20, 14:00
Tesla launches FSD in second European country
Tesla’s “Full Self-Driving” (Supervised) driver assistance software is now rolling out in Lithuania, making it the second European country to allow the system on public roads. The Lithuanian Transport Safety Administration confirmed it has recognized the Dutch RDW certification that first approved FSD in Europe last month . more…
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Tesla launches FSD in second European country. Tesla’s “Full Self-Driving” (Supervised) driver assistance software is now rolling out in Lithuania, making it the second European country to allow the system on public roads. The Lithuanian Transport Safety Administration confirmed it has recognized the Dutch RDW certification that first approved FSD in Europe last month .
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Tesla’s “Full Self-Driving” (Supervised) driver assistance software is now rolling out in Lithuania, making it the second European country to allow the system on public roads.
Electrek
May 20, 13:13
Americans can now use healthcare funds to buy e-bikes at a huge discount
For many Americans, the idea of buying an electric bike with healthcare funds probably sounds somewhere between confusing and too good to be true. But increasingly, that’s becoming a real option. more…
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Americans can now use healthcare funds to buy e-bikes at a huge discount. For many Americans, the idea of buying an electric bike with healthcare funds probably sounds somewhere between confusing and too good to be true. But increasingly, that’s becoming a real option.
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For many Americans, the idea of buying an electric bike with healthcare funds probably sounds somewhere between confusing and too good to be true.
Electrek
May 20, 13:08
Tesla (TSLA) officially abandons India factory after years of broken promises
Tesla has officially confirmed it will not build a manufacturing facility in India, ending nearly a decade of negotiations, false starts, and broken promises with the Indian government. India’s Minister of Heavy Industries H.D. Kumaraswamy confirmed the decision on May 19, putting a definitive end to one of the longest-running will-they-won’t-they sagas in the global EV industry. more…
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Tesla has officially confirmed it will not build a manufacturing facility in India, ending nearly a decade of negotiations, false starts, and broken promises with the Indian government. India’s Minister of Heavy Industries H.D.
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Tesla has officially confirmed it will not build a manufacturing facility in India, ending nearly a decade of negotiations, false starts, and broken promises with the Indian government.
Electrek
May 20, 11:00
Einride L4 autonomous electric semi truck gets real – in Ohio
After a successful pilot in Europe , Swedish AI logistics firm Einride is deploying its SAE Level 4 autonomous electric semi trucks in the US, connecting EASE Logistics warehouses in Marysville, Ohio as part of the DriveOhio Truck Automation Corridor Project. more…
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The project will place two of Einride’s autonomous electric trucks in daily operation on public and private roads between EASE Logistics warehouses. “Deployments like this help move autonomous trucking from controlled pilots into daily freight operations, where safety, reliability, and efficiency can be evaluated at scale.
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After a successful pilot in Europe , Swedish AI logistics firm Einride is deploying its SAE Level 4 autonomous electric semi trucks in the US, connecting EASE Logistics warehouses in Marysville, Ohio as part of the DriveOhio Truck Automation Corridor Project.
Electrek
May 20, 05:00
IEA: Global EV sales headed for another record year despite the early stumble
According to the International Energy Agency’s (IEA) new Global EV Outlook, electric car sales are expected to hit 23 million in 2026, making up nearly 30% of all new cars sold worldwide. That comes after EV sales topped 20 million in 2025, up 20% year over year, with 1 in 4 new cars sold globally now electric. more…
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According to the International Energy Agency’s (IEA) new Global EV Outlook, electric car sales are expected to hit 23 million in 2026, making up nearly 30% of all new cars sold worldwide. That comes after EV sales topped 20 million in 2025, up 20% year over year, with 1 in 4 new cars sold globally now electric.
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According to the International Energy Agency’s (IEA) new Global EV Outlook, electric car sales are expected to hit 23 million in 2026, making up nearly 30% of all new cars sold worldwide.
Electrek
May 20, 03:30
World premiere: The most powerful Mercedes AMG ever is electric
We’re in LA for the world premiere of Mercedes’ upcoming ultra-high performance EV, the AMG GT 4-Door Coupe, with race-ready features and more power than any Mercedes ever released… along with silly fake V8 noises (but at least you can turn them off). ( Update: We got a test ride! Scroll to the bottom of the post) more…
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( Update: We got a test ride! Scroll to the bottom of the post) more…
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We’re in LA for the world premiere of Mercedes’ upcoming ultra-high performance EV, the AMG GT 4-Door Coupe, with race-ready features and more power than any Mercedes ever released… along with silly fake V8 noises (but at least you can turn them off).
Electrek
May 20, 00:05
American energy sector to invest $100B in battery storage by 2030 [update]
Last year, the smart money had the American energy sector investing a cool $100 billion (with a “b”) in battery storage for sustainable energy. Today, those batteries aren’t just supporting wind and solar, they’re propping up AI data centers – and the investments are just getting bigger. more…
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American energy sector to invest $100B in battery storage by 2030 [update]. Last year, the smart money had the American energy sector investing a cool $100 billion (with a “b”) in battery storage for sustainable energy. Today, those batteries aren’t just supporting wind and solar, they’re propping up AI data centers – and the investments are just getting bigger.
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Last year, the smart money had the American energy sector investing a cool $100 billion (with a “b”) in battery storage for sustainable energy.
Electrek
May 19, 21:41
Elon promises FSD by year’s end, but Einride has L4 autonomy for big trucks TODAY
It’s a question of who is actually delivering product and who is just delivering promises on today’s delivery-heavy episode of Quick Charge ! Is the tenth time a charm for Elon’s FSD, or will Einride CEO Roozbeh Charli steal his self-driving thunder? more…
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Elon promises FSD by year’s end, but Einride has L4 autonomy for big trucks TODAY. It’s a question of who is actually delivering product and who is just delivering promises on today’s delivery-heavy episode of Quick Charge ! Is the tenth time a charm for Elon’s FSD, or will Einride CEO Roozbeh Charli steal his self-driving thunder?
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It’s a question of who is actually delivering product and who is just delivering promises on today’s delivery-heavy episode of Quick Charge !
MIT News
May 3, 00:16
Nuclear Fusion Startup Reaches Grid Connection Milestone
Commonwealth Fusion Systems' SPARC reactor achieved first grid connection, delivering 50 MW of fusion power to the Massachusetts grid.
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Commonwealth Fusion Systems' SPARC reactor achieved first grid connection, delivering 50 MW of fusion power to the Massachusetts grid.