Chinese researchers report 700 Wh/kg lithium-metal battery
Chinese researchers have developed a groundbreaking lithium-metal battery with an energy density exceeding 700 Wh/kg, capable of operating in extreme cold down to -70°C. This advancement, detailed in
Balcony Solar Is Here, And It’s Not Just For Balconies
Balcony solar kits offer a versatile solution for generating clean electricity, capable of being deployed wherever sunlight is accessible, not just on balconies. These systems directly integrate into
Sierra Club Wisconsin Slams We Energies for Rate Increase and Once Again Delaying Oak Creek Coal Plant Retirement
We Energies is delaying the retirement of its Oak Creek coal plant again and plans to increase residential and small business rates by 4.7% in 2027 and 4.5% in 2028, drawing strong criticism from the
Rooftop Solar Photovoltaic Systems Account for 20% of Puerto Rico’s Capacity Mix
Rooftop solar now comprises a significant 20% of Puerto Rico's total electricity capacity, reaching 1,456 MW by the end of 2025. This surge is remarkable, as rooftop solar installations have accounted
Nissan LEAF & ARIYA Sales Collapse in USA
Nissan's electric vehicle sales in the US plummeted in Q1, with the LEAF experiencing a 71.2% drop to just 668 units, despite its perceived value. The newer ARIYA also saw a significant decline, indic
Country diary: Our first sunny day in a month – time to scale a summit | Merryn Glover
After a month of dreary weather, **Merryn Glover** seizes a rare sunny day to embark on a challenging ascent of Sgòr Gaoith in the Cairngorms, accompanied by a friend and dog. Despite carrying winter
Lectric April Showers e-bike sale offers up to $720 savings, EcoFlow + Anker SOLIX flash sales with up to 67% power station savings, more
Lectric's April Showers sale is offering significant savings of up to $720 on e-bikes, including the XP Lite2 JW Black Long-Range Belt-Drive Folding e-bike which comes with $405 in free gear for $1,09
Podcast: EV deliveries from Tesla, Rivian, Toyota electric pickup truck, and more
This week's Electrek Podcast dives into the latest EV delivery figures from major players like Tesla and Rivian, alongside a closer look at Toyota's anticipated electric pickup truck. The discussion s
XCharge NA + JOJO launch EV fast chargers in Illinois – first sites live
XCharge North America and JOJO Superfast are rapidly deploying a new EV fast-charging network across Illinois, with nine sites planned, two already operational, and the rest slated for completion by Q
This new Ohio solar farm is powered by Ohio-made panels
Ohio's new 117-megawatt Dodson Creek Solar Project, developed by Geronimo Power, is now operational, uniquely powered by First Solar panels manufactured within the state. This project not only adds si
Virginia Republicans Want Tax Relief to Ease Gas Costs. There’s Also Electric Vehicles.
Virginia Republicans are pushing for a 90-day pause on the state's 32-cent per gallon gas tax to alleviate soaring pump prices, which they attribute to President Trump's war in Iran and the Strait of
BP’s New CEO Faces a Defining Test as War Boosts Profits
Meg O'Neill steps in as BP's first female CEO, inheriting a company poised for a significant £5bn windfall from the Iran conflict, yet facing immense pressure to deliver a clear, long-term growth stra
Rethinking climate regulation from the ground up
As the Trump administration dismantles federal climate policy, Hannah Safford and Loren Schulman of the Federation of American Scientists argue that instead of merely defending the status quo, the foc
Ford EV Sales Drop Off A Cliff
Ford's electric vehicle sales plummeted in the first quarter of 2026, with overall deliveries dropping 69.6% compared to the previous year, signaling a significant setback for the company's EV strateg
Forest Service Will Close Research Stations That Study Wildfire Risk
The **U.S. Forest Service** is closing 57 research stations and relocating its headquarters from Washington to Utah, a move scientists fear will jeopardize critical wildfire and climate change researc
The oil crisis is making drivers realize they can’t afford not to drive electric
Amidst recurring oil crises driving gas prices to record highs, American drivers are increasingly realizing the financial imperative of switching to electric vehicles. With gas hitting $4.09/gallon na
Google, AI, & Carbon Emissions — A Lesson In Situational Ethics
Google, a long-time leader in green energy, is facing a "situational ethics" dilemma as its AI ambitions clash with its carbon neutrality goals, according to a Clearview report. While Google has inves
Maui Mental Health Providers Face Stress and Uncertainty About State Jobs
Mental health providers in Maui, like Nancy Sidun, are facing job termination just months after the devastating August 2023 wildfires, leaving disaster survivors in Lahaina without consistent support.
Oil Majors Eye U.S. Offshore Asset as Supply Crunch Intensifies
Major oil companies, including TotalEnergies and Shell, are vying for a controlling stake in the U.S. offshore Shenandoah oil and gas field, as a Reuters report indicates interest from BP, Repsol, and
Europe Braces for Prolonged Energy Crisis as Supplies Tighten
Europe faces a prolonged energy crisis with sustained high oil and gas prices, according to EU Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen, who warns citizens to prepare for a long-term challenge. This outlook