The Utility Broadband Alliance (UBBA) has welcomed Eversource Energy and Hawaiian Electric as new members, underlining a growing consensus: without robust communication infrastructure, modern grids cannot reliably integrate solar, storage and other distributed energy resources.
Jackery unveiled its Solar Roof system and SolarVault 3 home battery storage during a media tour at its Shenzhen headquarters. The integrated solution targets self-consumption — a key metric for European homeowners looking to cut grid dependency.
The U.S. Department of Energy has published guidance on hardening solar photovoltaic systems against winter weather. The findings are broadly relevant for homeowners and installers across Europe facing snow loads, freezing temperatures, and reduced winter irradiance.
General Motors and sodium-ion startup Peak Energy have announced a partnership to develop and manufacture sodium-ion battery cells for grid storage applications. GM will handle cell development and retain exclusive manufacturing rights at its Michigan labs, while Peak Energy integrates the cells into its proprietary BESS systems.
Partial shading is one of the most common challenges in residential solar installations. Power optimizers and microinverters can significantly reduce shading losses, but they also add cost. This guide helps homeowners understand when the investment makes sense.
Official figures show 3.5–3.8 GW of new solar in Africa in 2025, but Chinese export data analysed by the African Solar Industry Association (AfSIA) points to more than 16 GW actually installed. The real driver is not climate policy but economics: solar plus battery storage beats diesel generators on payback time. This decentralized, market-led PV revolution has implications far beyond Africa.
Athens County, Ohio is offering a free Level 1 solar photovoltaic certification course — registration closes August 1. The initiative highlights a growing global trend: as rooftop solar installations surge, the demand for trained PV professionals is outpacing supply.
Solar, battery storage, and gas are driving new capacity additions in Texas's ERCOT grid. Sodium-ion batteries are headed to California, hybrid renewables break ground in New Mexico, and Avangrid completes a solar farm in Oregon — a snapshot of the US energy buildout.
Hoymiles and TÜV SÜD have jointly published a white paper focused on residential energy storage trends and standards for 2026. The document provides a reference framework for homeowners and installers choosing battery storage alongside solar PV systems.
The U.S. Department of Energy has published a comprehensive strategy to advance offshore wind energy development. The plan signals long-term federal commitment to renewable energy expansion and offers lessons for grid integration and energy storage globally.
Demand for heat pumps is surging across Europe and beyond, but the workforce installing them hasn't kept pace. Industry analysis highlights a critical skills gap among HVAC contractors that threatens both efficiency and consumer trust.
A new Transport & Environment study warns that global biofuel consumption could rise 30% this year and nearly 70% by 2030, driven by high oil prices. The expansion threatens food security and fertiliser supplies — and highlights why electrification may be a smarter path than crop-based fuels.
Arctech Solar signed a 2,091 MW agreement for the UAE's ADQ solar project at SNEC 2026 in Shanghai, alongside a 1 GW solar-plus-storage MoU. Meanwhile, Chinese polysilicon prices edged lower as inventory pressure mounts – a development with direct implications for global solar module costs.
Recycling a modern solar module costs up to $45 in the US; landfilling it costs just $1–5. This economic gap makes crystalline silicon recycling commercially unviable without regulation — and a global waste surge in the 2030s is approaching fast.
Malaysia is set to nearly quintuple its solar capacity — from 5.8 GW in 2024 to 29.7 GW by 2035 — according to GlobalData forecasts. The country is expected to hit its 2040 national renewables target nine years early, driven by large-scale tenders, green financing and improving grid integration.
York Space Systems has bought Solestial, a specialist manufacturer of solar panels designed for use in space. The deal consolidates space-grade photovoltaic expertise under one roof and underlines growing investment in high-efficiency solar technology.
Cambodia has surpassed both its 2030 and 2035 utility-scale solar targets ahead of schedule, with nearly 1.5 GW already installed and solar covering more than 10% of national electricity generation, according to IEEFA. Zero import duties on solar and storage equipment introduced in April 2026 could cut project costs by up to 30%, accelerating what is already one of Southeast Asia's fastest solar build-outs.
Engineering firm Mayfield Renewables has opened registration for its third annual Education Summit, set for September 29–30, 2026, in Chicago. The event offers 16 workshops covering commercial solar, battery storage and microgrid topics.
German recycler Cylib and Norwegian materials specialist Vianode have signed a letter of intent to develop and test recycled graphite for next-generation batteries. The partnership targets a critical gap in Europe's battery supply chain.
German battery recycler Cylib and Norwegian materials specialist Vianode have signed an MOU to develop recycled graphite for next-generation batteries. The partnership targets a closed-loop supply chain for one of the EV industry's most critical raw materials.
Zeekr has pushed its first over-the-air software update to the 7X electric SUV in Australia, introducing remote parking, digital key access, and improved Apple CarPlay. The update signals the brand's commitment to ongoing software development for its EVs.
A potential merger between SpaceX and Tesla could act as a backdoor trigger for Elon Musk's near-trillion-dollar compensation package — bypassing operational milestones and diluting existing shareholders in the process.
Five prominent figures in the heat pump industry have been recognized with a prestigious sector award, highlighting the growing importance of heat pump technology in the global energy transition.
A Beijing court held its first hearing in a consumer fraud case against Tesla over its 'Full Self-Driving' software. Ten Chinese owners are jointly seeking over $583,000 in damages, marking China's first collective legal challenge against Tesla's FSD marketing claims.
Ben Gawiser successfully sued Tesla for $10,600 after the company failed to deliver on its Full Self-Driving promises. Even after the court ruling, Tesla delayed payment for months — but Gawiser eventually got his money.
Honda has made a strategic investment in Nexeon, a UK-based manufacturer of silicon anode materials for lithium-ion batteries. The move signals Honda's commitment to next-generation EV battery technology.
BYD has unveiled its own proprietary chip capable of supporting Level 3 and Level 4 autonomous driving, the latest step in the Chinese EV giant's rapid technological expansion. The new silicon is the heart of the company's next-generation God's Eye self-driving platform.
Elon Musk's reported merger discussions between Tesla and SpaceX have sparked significant industry pushback, while an internal revolt at the Full Self-Driving team adds to the turbulence. Notably, large-scale solar projects appear unaffected by the noise.
The world's biggest battery-electric ferry carries an astonishing 40 megawatt-hour energy storage system on board. The vessel marks a landmark moment for zero-emission maritime transport and shows just how far battery technology has come.
New York City's public housing authority NYCHA is rolling out heat pumps across its vast affordable housing stock, offering a real-world blueprint for decarbonizing social housing at scale. The strategy highlights both the promise and the challenges of electrifying low-income residential buildings.