Gas-fired power still looks a safe bet for Centrica in the renewables era There will still be a need to have gas in the wings to keep the lights on, so the financials stack up on Severn plant purchase The Guardian - UK · May 7
Wind projects are stalled because the Pentagon isn't completing its reviews, industry group says A clean energy group says the Pentagon is holding up the development of more than 250 new onshore wind farms on private lands by failing to complete its national security reviews The Independent UK · May 7
How to drive progress on the green transition Letters: Readers respond to an editorial on the need to speed up the shift to renewables The Guardian - UK · May 7
Gas power leapfrogs wind for first time in 10 years in Texas’ grid connection queue Data centers are largely driving the sudden rise in natural gas power projects on the waiting list to connect to Texas' grid. The Texas Tribune · May 7
Norwegian government attacked over decision to reopen North Sea gasfields Approval for exploration in 70 new areas prompts fierce backlash from fossil fuel opponents The Guardian - UK · May 6
A solar-powered charging station in central Cuba brings life to a darkened island A free, solar-powered charging station, or “solinera” as it’s known, has opened in Cuba’s central region The Independent UK · May 6
California investigates Trump administration’s deal to end offshore wind project The Trump administration is spending nearly $2 billion to get energy companies to walk away from U.S. offshore wind projects The Independent UK · May 5
The Guardian view on the green transition: politicians should speed it up – and households too Editorial: Party divisions over energy have deepened, but the need to move beyond fossil fuels has never been clearer The Guardian - UK · May 4
Reform government could cause Truss-style chaos, says renewables industry Lobbyist Tara Singh says stripping projects of subsidy contracts would undermine investor confidence in UK The Guardian - UK · May 4
Built for future: Florida town that runs entirely on sunlight and produces more power than it uses Babcock Ranch, a Florida town, is redefining modern living by integrating clean energy into its core design. Planned from scratch with extensive solar power and a focus on sustainability, the community generates more electricity than it consumes. This innovative approach, proven resilient during Hurricane Ian, offers a working model for… The Times of India · May 4
The tech project bringing some of Malawi's remotest schools into the digital age Pupils in Malawi are getting the chance to explore technology thanks to a US foundation that provides laptops, internet connections and solar power to schools in a rural district. Radio France Internationale · May 3
Solar booms in industrial US midwest as energy crisis persists Electricity has become one of the most important commodities in the region thanks to demand from datacenters, Iran war and rising utility charges The Guardian - US · May 2
I tested this portable solar generator and it managed to bring power to places my home solar system couldn't reach My garage has been plagued by a lack of mains power for decades, but I finally managed to put the space to better use with this portable solar generator from Anker. Tom’s Guide · May 2
Solar ranch in Tennessee aims to prove grazing cattle under the panels is a farmland win-win A Tennessee solar developer is betting that cattle-grazing and solar panels can coexist — and benefit farmers as well as the electric grid The Independent UK · Apr 30
Evening Standard · Apr 30 UK Government ‘sitting on its hands’ instead of cutting rural costs – Swinney The First Minister said ‘frustration has turned to genuine fear’ in rural Scotland over the cost of energy.
International Business Times UK · Apr 30 Trump Pays Energy Firms £1.4B in Taxpayer Cash on Condition They Pivot from Clean Energy to Oil and Gas The Trump administration paid energy companies nearly £1.4B to abandon offshore wind projects and invest in fossil fuels, following court blocks on executive orders against wind development.
AAP · Apr 29 Batteries undercutting gas, keeping lid on power bills Batteries are now the primary tool for managing evening spikes in electricity demand, a job previously falling to gas and hydro at greater expense.
Latin Times · Apr 29 Gavin Newsom Accuses the Trump Administration of Paying Offshore Wind Developers Nearly $900 Million To Walk Away From Projects California Gov. Gavin Newsom accused the Trump administration of using taxpayer money to kill clean energy projects after federal officials reached a deal to reimburse two offshore wind developers nearly $900 million if they abandon U.S. leases and redirect money toward fossil fuel infrastructure.
The Guardian - AU · Apr 29 Hot weather and hungry datacentres lift Australia’s energy demand to record highs but batteries quell prices Rise in electricity demand in first quarter of 2026 was moderated by record output from rooftop solar
The Independent UK · Apr 29 Indian government calls on people to use electricity before 5pm amid energy crisis South Asian nation depends on imports for bulk of its oil and gas needs
The Guardian - UK · Apr 29 Consequences of Iran war ‘may echo for months or years to come,’ EU chief warns – as it happened Ursula von der Leyen later due to meet new Hungarian leader who is seeking to unlock EU funds in return for reforms
Radio France Internationale · Apr 29 France unveils roadmap to ditch all fossil fuels by 2050 France on Tuesday announced a "first of its kind" plan to phase out coal by 2030, oil by 2045 and gas by 2050 during a global conference aimed at breaking reliance on fossil fuels.
The Guardian - US · Apr 28 Trump’s attempt to crush clean energy progress not going to plan, experts say US generated more power from renewables including solar and wind than gas last month in a first
Tom’s Hardware · Apr 28 Scientists create electronic devices that function reliably at extreme temperatures from 500 degrees Celcuis to absolute zero — advanced semiconductor material unlocks new possibilities in space tech and quantum computing Scientists have demonstrated a new semiconductor material that can operate at extreme temperatures, from 500°C and down to -271.1°C.
Woman & Home · Apr 28 This £40 solar powered pendant is the epitome of elegance -perfect for elevating your outdoor space The White Company's outdoor collection includes some elegant yet affordable accessories, including £40 solar powered wicker pendant lights