The idea that Maine could become a cheap source of clean power for the rest of New England is not new. In the past, rail companies and later highways turned the state into a getaway for city folk. That model has worked well for tourism, but it left most of Maine’s natural beauty in private hands and
Russia claims it is striking Ukraine’s energy sites as payback for attacks on its own civilians. But the reality looks very different. The Russian defence ministry said a big attack on February 3 was a “response” to what it called terrorist strikes by Kyiv. That statement follows a pattern
Dan Barcelo, the chief executive of T1 Energy, told a news event that making solar panels in the United States can help cut electricity costs and bring jobs back to America. He highlighted how his company’s Texas plant, which produces about ten percent of all U. S. solar panels, employs more than 1,
Latin America is becoming a hotspot for green energy and mining. The region is seeing a lot of interest from investors. This is because it has a lot of potential in renewable energy and critical minerals. Over 65 percent of Latin America’s electricity now comes from renewable sources. This is much
Solar power is a big deal these days. People want to go green and save money. But before you jump on the solar bandwagon, there are some things you should think about. First, solar power isn't always cheaper. Yes, it's good for the planet, but it can be pricey upfront. You might not see savings for
The recent decision to undo a key climate change rule is a big step back for environmental protections. This rule, known as the endangerment finding, was put in place to limit harmful gases from cars and factories. By removing it, the government is making it easier to pollute. This move is part of
People are getting tired of hearing about climate change. Every year, it's the same story: temperatures are rising, and fossil fuels are the culprits. In 2025, the global temperature was about 1. 47 degrees Celsius higher than it was from 1850 to 1900. This information comes from Copernicus, the Eur
Volue, a company that makes software for power systems, has added TA Associates to its group of investors. The move comes after Volue sharpened its focus on energy over the last year and a half, selling off parts that were not core to its mission. The firm now concentrates on tools for power trad
A court decision has cleared the way for the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) project, even after a former administration tried to stop it over security concerns. The plan was approved by the state regulator in 2022 under a law that forces the main utility, Dominion Energy, to become carbon‑
Illinois is facing a big challenge with data centers. These huge facilities are popping up quickly, and they're causing some problems. They use a lot of water and electricity. This is making people's bills go up. Plus, they might be hurting the environment. A new law called the Power Act is being p
