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Momentum for Plug-In Solar Legislation Gains Ground in Vermont
In a significant shift towards renewable energy adoption, Vermont is witnessing a surge in momentum for plug-in solar legislation that promises to reshape the state's energy landscape. As policymakers and advocates rally behind initiatives aimed at…
Things to know before installing solar panel batteries at home
If you're considering installing solar panels at home, you've likely come across solar batteries, which are large lithium-ion packs that store excess power for when the sun isn't shining. Using the same technology found in electric vehicles, these…
Vietnam proposes increase to surplus power sale from rooftop solar
Vietnam 's Ministry of Industry and Trade is considering allowing owners of rooftop solar systems to sell up to 50% of surplus energy to the national grid, up from a current 20% cap. The proposal forms part of draft amendments to Decree 57 and 58…
AI datacenter boom reshapes US clean energy bets
Despite the Trump administration's opposition to renewables, solar power will likely remain part of datacenter energy supply mix due to its low cost. This is according to financial analyst Jefferies, which says in a research note - shared with The…
Offshore windfarm contracts to fuel 12m homes in Great Britain after record auction
A make-or-break auction for the UK government's goal to create a clean electricity system by 2030 has awarded subsidy contracts to enough offshore windfarms to power a record 12m homes. In Great Britain's most competitive auction for renewable…
How Leviste's canceled Solar Philippines contracts affect you
MANILA, Philippines – For Energy Secretary Sharon Garin, the controversy over the energy contracts of Batangas congressman Leandro Leviste 's Solar Philippines all boils down to one important issue: how it affects the cost of electricity in…
2025 was Earth's 3rd-warmest year as climate impacts intensify
Although 2025 did not set a new global temperature record, it still delivered clear signs of a warming planet. According to new data released by the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF), last year ranked as the third-warmest…
US carbon pollution rose in 2025. Experts blame cold winter, high natural gas prices, data centers
WASHINGTON -- In a reversal from previous years' pollution reductions, the United States spewed 2.4% more heat-trapping gases from the burning of fossil fuels in 2025 than in the year before, researchers calculated in a study released Tuesday. The…
Tom Zirpoli: How Trump hampers US energy | COMMENTARY
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Recent actions by President Donald Trump might lead one to wonder whether he is intentionally trying to harm the U.S. economy, increase unemployment and raise our electricity bills. Some might think that…
Pushing organic solar cell efficiency past 18%
A joint research team from National Taiwan University, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, and National Tsing Hua University has discovered a precise molecular engineering strategy. By adjusting the side chains of organic materials, the team…
US carbon pollution rose in 2025 in reversal of previous years' reductions
In a reversal from previous years' pollution reductions, the United States spewed 2.4% more heat-trapping gases from the burning of fossil fuels in 2025 than in the year before, researchers calculated in a study released on Tuesday. The increase in…
This is how long solar panels really last on a typical home
If you're researching the best solar panels for your home, one of the first questions you'll likely ask is how long they last. Knowing their lifespan helps you understand how many years of free electricity you can expect once the system has paid…
How can the Philippines' energy portfolio power up the future?
Editor's Note: This roundtable discussion was organized by BrandRap in partnership with the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines and is sponsored by AboitizPower. No member of the news and editorial team participated in the publishing of…
US carbon pollution rose in 2025. Experts blame cold winter, high natural gas prices, data centers
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... By SETH BORENSTEIN, AP Science Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — In a reversal from previous years' pollution reductions, the United States spewed 2.4% more heat-trapping gases from the burning of fossil…
Move over, Tesla Powerwall - Anker's 90kWh home battery can help you survive for 15 days off-grid, but the cost is eye-watering
Anker has released the Solix E10 home backup system The modular system comes with many different options and elements Its batteries can power up your home for up to 15 days at a stretch Whether you want a reliable backup in case of a blackout or…
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