REVEALED: 4 - The Real Truth

Solar Parks Boost Biodiversity: Field study finds species thrive under panels; rules lag science

Gottesgabe solar park, operational since 2022, illustrates successful coexistence between renewable energy and biodiversity. A wide range of plant and animal species, including endangered ones, thrive in these areas post-installation. Research shows significant ecological benefits when solar parks are carefully designed and maintained. Ongoing studies indicate that traditional farming practices…

The Times of India · Oct 4

Australia backs energy as it cops heat at climate talks

Australia has pledged millions of dollars to boost renewable energy in the Pacific but faces criticism from other nations over fossil fuel exports.

AAP · Oct 4

Iowa farmer earns $30,000 from four wind turbines, calls it the '401(k)' he never had

Iowa livestock farmer Dave Johnson earns about $30,000 a year by leasing his land for four wind turbines. Despite voting for Donald Trump, he sees wind energy as an economic benefit, calling the steady income “the 401(k) that I never had.”

The Times of India · Oct 4

An Oregon farming couple had 13 wind turbines placed on their land; while crops continued around them

In Sherman County, Oregon, a wheat-farming family thrives, thanks to the wind turbines dotting their property. These turbines not only allow for uninterrupted traditional farming practices but also generate crucial income through payments from renewable energy projects. The McCullough family's success story highlights a unique blend of agriculture and sustainable…

The Times of India · Oct 2

Households will pay more for energy because of federal policy changes, think tank says

Households in the contiguous United States will pay thousands of dollars more for energy through 2040 because of federal policy changes since President Donald Trump returned to office, such as canceling new clean energy projects

The Independent UK · Oct 2

Illinois farmer hosted 10 wind turbines across 800 acres; payments began at $10,000 per turbine

Grain farmers across rural America are increasingly finding financial relief through payments from wind turbines placed on their land. These earnings serve as a buffer against the ups and downs of crop pricing, while also bolstering local government funding. Yet, the introduction of wind turbines is not without its challenges,…

The Times of India · Oct 2

India, at the centre stage of global energy

India has expanded and diversified its energy system as its economy grows, with the country focusing on improving access, increasing renewable capacity and strengthening energy security.

The Economic Times · Oct 2

UN climate chief hails India's Green Energy Corridor-III, says grid strengthening will deliver "big dividends"

India’s Rs 1.86 lakh crore Green Energy Corridor Phase-III has won backing from the UN’s top climate official, who said stronger grids and battery storage could boost energy security, jobs and economic growth. The scheme aims to enable evacuation of about 135 GW of renewable power, deploy 50 GWh of…

The Economic Times · Oct 2

Highland activists hit out at Andy Burnham’s GB Grid plan

ACTIVISTS battling massive pylon and transmission line developments across the Scottish Highlands – as well as expected huge incoming energy bills for homes and businesses – are challenging Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s new proposal for a UK Government-controlled energy system called

The National (Scotland) · Oct 2

Texas students Nikhitha Swaminathan and Aanya Jindal designed a new way to control heat

Two Allen ISD freshmen, Nikhitha Swaminathan and Aanya Jindal, won the national Grade 7–9 division of the Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision competition. Their project, “Micro-Gap Thermal Diode for Passive Heat Control,” proposes a future passive cooling approach for electronics, data centres and spacecraft. Each student will receive a $10,000 award.

The Times of India · Oct 1