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energy4 days ago•19 min saved

US Military Funds Overview Energy's Space Solar Beacon for 2028 Orbital Test

The US Department of Defense has awarded Overview Energy a contract to develop a homing beacon for space-based solar power. This technology aims to beam energy from orbit to ground-based solar arrays, with a low-Earth-orbit demonstration planned for 2028 and commercial geosynchronous deployment targeted for 2030. The project addresses military needs for remote power and potential civilian utility-scale generation, though experts remain divided on its economic viability compared to existing renewables.

via oilprice.com|

#defense #energy #overview-energy

science-and-technology5 days ago•4 min saved

Oregon State Researchers Develop Sulfur-Based Material for Cheaper Green Hydrogen

A new light-activated material from Oregon State University can produce hydrogen from water without expensive metal catalysts. The material, BVR-19, uses a unique sulfur bond to drive the reaction efficiently. This approach could lower the cost of green hydrogen, which currently costs about $5 per kilogram compared to $1.50 for fossil-fuel-derived hydrogen. The findings, published in the Journal of the American Chemical Society, offer new design rules for solar fuel production.

via sciencedaily.com|

#hydrogen-production #metal-organic-frameworks #oregon-state-university

energy-policy7 days ago•3 min saved

California Legalizes Plug-In Solar for Renters and Condos

Governor Gavin Newsom signed three energy bills on September 30, legalizing small plug-in solar systems for Californians who cannot install rooftop panels. The legislation allows devices up to 1,200 watts to connect directly to household outlets without utility approval, while new rules aim to integrate home batteries and electric vehicles into the grid to reduce costs and improve reliability.

via Electrek|

#california-legislation #consumer-rights #energy-policy

climate-and-technology10 days ago•207 min saved

AI Power Demand and Energy Crisis Reshape 2026 Climate Week Agenda

This year's Climate Week in New York shifted focus from traditional emissions targets to the urgent challenge of powering AI data centers and navigating energy security crises. The Iran war and soaring fossil fuel costs accelerated global adoption of renewables, while AI infrastructure demands sparked debates over grid resilience and fossil fuel reliance.

via CNN|

#ai-data-centers #climate-and-technology #climate-week-nyc

energy-and-climate14 days ago•1 min saved

Germany Sets 2045 Fossil Fuel Exit, Joining France and Netherlands in European Transition

Germany has released a national roadmap to phase out fossil fuels by 2045, becoming the third European country to do so after France and the Netherlands. The plan targets 80% renewable electricity by 2030 and aims to exit coal by 2038, potentially as early as 2035. While the move signals a shift from carbon neutrality to explicit fossil fuel reduction, critics argue the targets remain insufficient for energy security and climate goals. The announcement follows recent geopolitical tensions and rising energy prices, highlighting the urgency of reducing dependence on volatile imports.

via Euronews.com|

#climate-change #energy-and-climate #eu-policy

climate-and-environment16 days ago•3 min saved

Climate Week 2026: Leaders Link Security and Economics to Fossil Fuel Transition Amid Record El Niño

World leaders gathered in New York for Climate Week 2026, coinciding with the UN General Assembly, to address the climate crisis amidst a record-breaking El Niño. Keynote speakers from Australia and Iceland highlighted the urgency of transitioning away from fossil fuels, citing security risks and economic imperatives rather than political stalling. The event emphasized that extreme weather events, such as those seen in Europe, Africa, and Asia, have validated scientific forecasts regarding increased frequency and intensity of climate impacts. While the US government’s recent moves to block offshore wind projects and weaken emissions standards were largely ignored by speakers, the focus remained on the necessity of rapid transition to protect national security and economic stability.

via theguardian.com|

#climate-and-environment #climate-week #el-nino

business22 days ago•6 min saved

AI-Driven Data-Center Boom Spurs Global FDI Surge in 2026

Global greenfield FDI in H1 2026 reached about $538 billion, led by the communications sector at $139.3 billion driven by data centers fueling the AI boom, with renewable energy at $73.3 billion and coal/oil/gas at $44.7 billion. AI infrastructure is reshaping investment across sectors, including notable pledges like SoftBank’s $50+ billion data-center investment in France, while the U.S. remains the top FDI source and sectors such as semiconductors and transportation/warehousing attract sizable funding.

via Visual Capitalist|

#ai-infrastructure #business #data-centers

science22 days ago•41 min saved

Australia's Iron Desert Could Spark a Green Hydrogen Revolution

Australian researchers show that magnetite-rich banded iron formations, when exposed to hot underground water, can generate hydrogen gas, suggesting WA’s vast deserts could become a scalable source of green hydrogen and a major export, though real-world viability depends on large-scale rock access and renewable-powered electrolysis.

via Good News Network|

#banded-iron-formations #hydrogen #magnetite

business1 month ago•3 min saved

Nurse Practitioners Lead U.S. Jobs Growth Through 2035 as AI and Renewables Rise

The BLS projects 2025–2035 fastest-growing U.S. jobs will be in healthcare, led by nurse practitioners (greatest percentage growth) with healthcare managers adding the most positions in raw numbers. Other high-growth areas include data scientists and computer/information research scientists (both with very high AI exposure) and renewable-energy roles like solar PV installers and wind turbine service technicians, though those have smaller total gains. Overall employment is expected to rise about 3.5% to 176.2 million by 2035, driven by aging demographics and rising chronic illness, while aging also reduces labor force participation. Retail and federal government are expected to decline, but opportunities will persist across sectors.

via CNBC|

#artificial-intelligence-exposure #business #data-science

crime-and-courts1 month ago•5 min saved

Ex-Cowboys star Emmitt Smith linked to $2.5M investment-scheme allegations

A Delaware lawsuit filed by Kituwah LLC, a tribally owned Cherokee investment firm, accuses former Cowboys running back Emmitt Smith, his partner David Mosley, and their company 4 13 Solutions of obtaining a $2.5 million loan to fund a Texas renewable-energy project and then diverting the funds to other ventures, including payments to Wilson Holdings, in a Ponzi-like scheme. The loan due date of Feb. 1, 2024 has passed with no repayment, and Kituwah seeks more than $3 million in return plus interest and costs. Representatives for Smith did not immediately comment.

via Los Angeles Times|

#crime-and-courts #delaware-court-of-chancery #emmitt-smith

technology1 month ago•3 min saved

NJ loosens balcony solar rules to boost DIY plug-in panels

New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed the Garden State Balcony Solar Act, easing approval for small plug-in balcony solar panels and letting renters install them with landlords’ reasonable restrictions. These kits can offset 10–25% of a home’s power, cost roughly $400–$2,000, plug into a standard 120V outlet, and are designed for outdoor spaces. New Jersey becomes the ninth state to loosen such rules, with about 200,000 existing installations statewide and ~5 gigawatts of capacity; supporters say the move lowers bills and reduces emissions.

via Gothamist|

#balcony-solar #energy-policy #plug-in-solar

world1 month ago•3 min saved

AfD’s Saxony-Anhalt Gamble Promises Boom, Economists See Risk

Ahead of the Saxony-Anhalt vote, the AfD pledges an economic boom—baby bonuses, tax relief and less climate policy—but economists warn its funding gap is unsustainable, its anti-immigration stance could deter foreign workers and investment, and reversing renewables could deepen the region’s decline and cost thousands of jobs if adopted nationwide.

via France 24|

#afd #germany-elections #immigration

energy1 month ago•6 min saved

California approves plug-in balcony solar to widen solar access

California lawmakers passed SB 868 to legalize plug-in balcony solar that plugs into a standard outlet, expanding access for renters and homeowners without suitable roofs or big upfront costs. The bill would cap system output at 1,200 watts, require safety certifications, and replace a traditional interconnection process with a free online registration, with kits priced roughly from $300 to $2,200 and potential availability in spring 2027. While supporters say the policy cuts energy bills and speeds clean energy adoption, some utilities warn of safety concerns and cost shifting, and the bill faces political and regulatory hurdles before becoming law.

via LAist|

#balcony-solar #california #energy

world1 month ago•16 min saved

Mar-a-Lago Neighbor Poised for a Big Windfall From Trump Wind Settlement

A settlement ending offshore wind projects in New York, California and Louisiana includes a $1.2 billion payment from the Trump administration to RWE; about $900 million of that will fund a Louisiana LNG project controlled by Stonespeak, a firm led by Michael Dorrell, who lives near Mar-a-Lago. White House officials insist there’s no conflict of interest, while Democrats and critics frame the deal as a questionable use of taxpayer funds that shifts investment toward conventional energy.

via The Independent|

#donald-trump #mar-a-lago #renewable-energy

travel2 months ago•207 min saved

Dobby’s Grave Spared as UK-Ireland Power Cable Redirected

A £430 million Greenlink undersea interconnector between the UK and Ireland was rerouted to avoid passing through Dobby’s memorial at Freshwater West beach in Wales after Potter fans highlighted the issue; the line’s goal is to move surplus renewable energy and boost energy transfer and security between the two nations, with officials noting the memorial can stay if visitors stop leaving socks as it runs on a new route near Bronze Age remains, benefiting Pembrokeshire’s tourism economy.

via CNN|

#dobby #interconnector #pembrokeshire