Rooftop solar reaches 20% of Puerto Rico’s generation mix + 29 more energy stories
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Mar 29, 2026 - Apr 5, 2026
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Rooftop solar capacity in Puerto Rico reached around 1.5 GW in 2025, passing natural gas and becoming the territory's second-largest generation source, according to the Energy Information Administrati
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☀️ Solar
Latest figures from the International Renewable Energy Agency find solar contributed the majority of a record 692 GW of renewables capacity added worldwide last year.
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The joint venture will merge the companies' onshore renewable energy activities, including solar, wind and battery storage projects, in nine Asian countries The post Masdar and TotalEnergies in $2.2bn...
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In a new weekly update for pv magazine, Solcast, a DNV company, reports that last month North America saw a stark solar divide, with southern regions like northeastern Mexico, southeastern Texas, and ...
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Distributed solar additions have vastly outpaced all other forms of generation as Puerto Rico’s overall power generation capacity continues to grow.
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💨 Wind
The Micro Turbine Market is set for strong growth from 2025 to 2031, driven by rising demand for decentralized energy systems, increasing adoption of CHP solutions, and strict emission regulations. Th...
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⚛️ Nuclear
In September 2025, Holtec – in partnership with EDF Energy and Tritax – announced plans to develop the SMR-300 at the former Cottam coal-fired power station in Nottinghamshire The post Holtec's small ...
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🔋 Electric Vehicles
XCharge North America and JOJO Superfast are rolling out a new EV fast-charging network across Illinois, starting with nine locations and more to come. more…
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📦 Storage
Scientists have taken a major step toward futuristic energy tech by building a working prototype of a quantum battery—one that can charge, store, and release energy using the strange rules of quantum ...
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⚡ Grid
Advantage Capital has completed a $158m tax equity investment in the 250MW Medway Grid Energy Battery Storage project.
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A new utility-scale solar farm just came online in Ohio, and it’s generating power with panels manufactured in-state. more…
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Power plant owners are consolidating generation in the PJM Interconnection, which could drive up electricity and capacity prices, Monitoring Analytics told the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
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The initiative aims to boost grid utilization and keep bills in check in a region that has drawn high-profile data center and advanced manufacturing projects.
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💧 Hydrogen
The scheme will support the production of 200,000 tons of renewable hydrogen per year for the transport and industrial sectors The post EU approves €6bn Italian state aid for renewable hydrogen appear...
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The grey hydrogen market is primarily driven by rising demand for new applications of hydrogen especially from the transportation and power generation sectors.
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🌊 Hydropower
Norway is heavily reliant on hydropower for its electricity needs, but what if the water to spin turbines just isn't available? The post Norway Faces Energy Shortage As Lack Of Winter Snow Depletes Re...
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🌎 Climate
Rapidly expanding renewable power generation market share, surge in the demand for energy from renewable energy resources to offset the GHG emissions for the major manufacturer across the globe.
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📋 Policy
The global energy transition market size reached at USD 23.95 billion in 2025 and is anticipated to surpass around USD 70.57 billion by 2034 with a CAGR of 12.76% from 2025 to 2034.
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🛢️ Oil & Gas
Intervention comes as political pressure rises for British government response to energy crisis caused by Iran war
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This move, effective March 16, forces refiners to absorb some of the impact from rising global oil prices, particularly affecting standalone refiners.
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This 70% surge, driven by advanced techniques like Cyclic Steam Stimulation, significantly enhances domestic output and energy security. The company's innovative methods are unlocking the potential of...
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The Petroleum Ministry said India imports crude from over 40 countries, with refiners free to source based on commercial considerations.
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Benchmark US crude surged over 11%, while Brent crude also jumped significantly. This instability threatens physical infrastructure and trade routes, with potential long-term price effects.
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🌋 Geothermal
Logistics company Nelt Group will be implementing a hybrid solar and geothermal heat pump system at its distribution facility in Dobanovci, Serbia. The post Logistics center in Dobanovci, Serbia to im...
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Geothermie Rupertiwinkel is inviting equity investors to be part of its geothermal project in southeast Bavaria, Germany. The post Equity investment opportunity offered for geothermal development in R...
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Lithium de France reports exceptional success for their first drilled geothermal well in Alsace, with well parameters exceeding all initial objectives. The post Lithium de France reports positive resu...
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🏭 Carbon Capture
Apply to take part in the ECC Teesside selection process for projects seeking connection to the Teesside network by 2032.
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📰 More
Skies turned blood red in Western Australia ahead of tropical system that travelled for more than 6,500km
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While domestic production remains stable, imported coal costs have increased, prompting these energy-intensive units to build reserves despite limited storage capacity. This trend reflects market expe...
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As the war in Iran continues to engulf the Middle East and the Strait of Hormuz stays closed, one of the most visible global economic ripple effects has been fossil-fuel prices. In particular, you can...
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