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A local currency called the Chiemgauer, born as a school project in Bavaria, now helps reduce emissions by encouraging spending at nearby businesses.
Satellite imagery captures a record-breaking heat wave across Europe, with thermal sensors showing extreme temperatures.
New research finds that created grassland habitats can effectively compensate for nature lost to development, helping bees and hoverflies.
A new study warns that exotic materials from spacecraft re-entries could harm atmospheric chemistry and calls for global environmental rules.
A safer, meltdown-proof nuclear fuel called TRISO is gaining commercial momentum in the U.S., but high costs and decades of lab-bound development remain key hurdles.
New provincial legislation would allow e-bikes to carry passengers like children, addressing a common illegal practice among parents.
The EU's new Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism requires importers of heavy goods to pay a climate tariff, pressuring trading partners to adopt their own carbon pricing.
Environmental group files testimony in West Virginia utility case, arguing high construction costs would burden ratepayers.
OX2 has started building two renewable energy projects in Poland after final investment decisions.
Conflict in the Middle East disrupts Strait of Hormuz shipping, pushing oil prices higher and accelerating inflation in Pakistan and India.
A new report reveals that electric vehicle owners face insurance premiums 42 percent higher on average than those for traditional cars, adding a significant hidden expense to EV ownership.
A safer, meltdown-proof nuclear fuel called TRISO is gaining commercial momentum in the U.S., but high costs and decades of lab-bound development remain key hurdles.
Australia's eastern states see household electricity prices decline due to record renewable generation and rising battery storage adoption.
Scientists propose an ecology-based approach to evaluate whether subsurface oceans on moons like Enceladus and Europa could support life.
A 2015 image from space reveals dark-orange water seeping across the bright-white floor of a high-altitude salt lake in Bolivia.
Chinese solar manufacturers and research institutes have launched an alliance to promote solar energy in space, seeking new growth opportunities as terrestrial overcapacity persists.
A significant wildland fire has burned one-third of Santa Rosa Island, the second largest of the Channel Islands, according to NASA.
New Oxford research links drought exposure to a significant increase in sexual, emotional, and physical violence among adolescents in the region.
A European research team is developing bacteria that convert sustainable methanol into chemical base materials, aiming to replace fossil resources in everyday products.
NIO's May sales jumped 62.3% year-over-year to 37,705 vehicles, with 68.7% growth in the first five months of 2026.
BYD plans to begin deploying all-solid-state batteries in electric vehicles by 2027, signaling a major step toward next-generation energy storage.
A five-year study led by University of Connecticut researcher Caitlin Caspi suggests pandemic-era assistance policies helped reduce food insecurity and housing instability.
Texas continues to expand its solar capacity with a new large-scale project amid rapidly rising electricity demand on the ERCOT grid.
The two companies signed an MOU to deploy battery electric construction equipment powered by renewable energy and intelligent storage.
The net zero sector now supports over a million jobs and has attracted nearly half a trillion pounds in investment, according to CBI Economics research.
Oregon State University's short-pulse laser technology reveals an inexpensive approach to neutralize a common pollutant.
Researchers have mapped eight distinct metabolic niches that reveal how trillions of ocean microbes process carbon, offering new insights into the climate-regulating marine carbon cycle.
KAIST researchers develop a sustainable method to produce key nylon building blocks using microorganisms.
New estimates suggest naturally occurring geologic hydrogen may be far more abundant than previously thought, reshaping the clean energy landscape.
A new analysis warns that utility companies could face a stranded asset crisis as the shift to renewable energy renders traditional power plants and infrastructure uneconomical.
Engineering firm Mayfield Renewables will hold its third-annual Education Summit in Chicago, featuring 16 workshops on commercial solar, storage, and microgrid topics.
EcoFlow's Hurricane Season Prep Sale discounts the 2,048Wh DELTA 2 Max power station to $899, alongside deals on EGO pressure washers and other gear.
The California Air Resources Board approved changes to the cap-and-invest program that let polluters earn free allowances by investing in facility decarbonization, sparking criticism.
Electrification in Massachusetts raises peak demand concerns, as state decarbonization plans require grid capacity expansion to accommodate increased building and transportation electricity use.
New research using ISS observations refines models of mineral dust's climate impact, reducing uncertainty over iron-rich particles.
SpaceX identifies water scarcity as a significant challenge for cooling its data centers, potentially impacting its public offering.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicts a below-normal number of named storms for the upcoming 2026 Atlantic hurricane season.
ARRAY Technologies introduces an updated OmniTrack tracker that can adjust rows by up to 2 degrees between foundations, doubling its previous angling range for uneven terrain.
A new push by the incoming COP31 presidency aims to redirect agricultural subsidies toward a just and sustainable rural transition, balancing climate objectives with farmer livelihoods.
Extended Producer Responsibility policy imposes new fees and reporting requirements on companies using packaging.
The City of Philadelphia partners with PositivEnergy to deploy hundreds of new public electric vehicle chargers, building on a broader clean energy push that has generated $1.4 billion in savings.
SEG Solar announces a third 4.6-GW assembly facility in Texas, boosting total US module capacity to 10.6 GW annually.
Researchers have developed nanoengineered materials that can store and release hydrogen at room temperature, potentially advancing clean energy technologies.
Long duration energy storage is being developed deep underground to enhance grid reliability.
Coral reefs in French Polynesia are experiencing severe bleaching, threatening marine biodiversity and local ecosystems.
A scalable non-wires approach can add grid capacity in months, not years, as electricity demand accelerates.
Host cities are leveraging the 2026 World Cup to accelerate rail and bus projects, aiming to create lasting public transit improvements.
After a historic ice storm in northern Michigan, utilities are weighing the high price of undergrounding power lines to protect the grid from extreme weather.
Eight crested ibises were released into the wild in a north-central Japanese town, marking a milestone decades after the species became extinct in the country.
New legislation enables more residents to subscribe to local solar projects and receive bill credits.
A judge ruled that minimal foot movement qualifies as pedaling an electric bike in a legal dispute over mime pedaling.
Researchers propose biodegradable hydrogel coatings made from natural polymers to improve seed germination and reduce environmental impact.
A new analysis shows that while the global area burned in 2025 was nearly the lowest since 2002, fires caused record economic losses and loss of life.
Chile's electric vehicle sales surged to a 10% market share in April, driven by 247% year-over-year growth.
A new analysis explains the real meaning of 'biodegradable' packaging and the critical questions consumers should ask before trusting the label.
A new book argues that 'authoritarian' HOA rules on manicured lawns are exacerbating the insect apocalypse.
Britain's push to expand nuclear capacity through large plants and small modular reactors faces mounting cost pressures and schedule setbacks.
New research reveals how mechanical stress and cell shape steer stomata development, offering insights into plant growth dynamics.
The $640,000 Ferrari Luce, the brand's first fully electric car, receives praise from F1 drivers but faces skepticism from its most loyal fans.
Researchers at Kumamoto University developed a battery-powered, palm-sized spectrophotometer with 99% volume reduction that rivals bulky lab equipment.
Researchers used artificial intelligence to discover a catalyst for green hydrogen by breaking traditional material-family boundaries.
Millions in central Africa rely on wild meat for nutrition, and outright bans could worsen food insecurity in remote regions.
A meteor exploded north of Cape Cod Bay on Saturday, causing a sonic boom detected by satellites and residents.
Mitsui & Co. plans to invest in liquefied natural gas projects across the Middle East, the U.S., and Australia, driven by surging electricity demand from data centers.
University of Tennessee researchers identify a hidden protein in tick saliva that could lead to new methods to prevent transmission of viruses and bacteria.
Two European Union regulations will require smartphones, tablets, and other portable tech products to be designed with user-replaceable batteries, aiming to boost longevity and recyclability.
France's weather service warns of strong storms that could break a record-breaking heat wave blamed for multiple deaths across northern Europe.
A mud volcano in Indonesia continues to displace thousands two decades after eruptions began.
A photographer and scientist has created a detailed 3D model of one of Indonesia's last tropical glaciers, which scientists warn could vanish within a decade due to climate change.
The Brazilian meat giant's expansion into Africa triggers a legal challenge from environmental advocates over undisclosed climate risks.
In 2025, China sold more plug-in electric vehicles than the United States purchased in all vehicle types combined, marking a historic shift in global auto markets.
Researchers have developed high-performance catalysts that reduce evaporation losses in liquid hydrogen, addressing a key barrier to a hydrogen-energy economy.
A new study documents the first possible case of a cat transmitting bird flu to a human, while another reveals genetic tumor similarities between cats and humans.
Gov. Spencer Cox issued an executive order establishing new protections for water resources and utility ratepayers amid controversy over a massive AI data center development backed by Kevin O'Leary.
A new study reconstructs a massive volcanic supereruption that transformed New Zealand's North Island during a glacial period 350,000 years ago.
A new bill extending home and community solar incentive programs has passed both houses of the Connecticut Senate and awaits the governor's signature, with battery storage emerging as the primary beneficiary.
California is forging new ties with the global floating wind industry as gigawatts of offshore wind power surge along the West Coast.
A growing backlash greets official efforts to plan managed retreat from vulnerable coastlines as climate change worsens floods and erosion.
Researchers identify a ring of minerals in Utopia Planitia that helps date a past ocean and assess its potential for life on Mars.
Leveraging favorable weather and European proximity, Morocco shifts from fossil fuel dependence toward solar and green hydrogen leadership.
Fortescue's turbine subsidiary Nabrawind has deployed a full-scale, energy-producing wind turbine in Namibia using a crane-less installation process.
India is rapidly expanding solar energy to meet growing demand, setting a potential model for other emerging economies.
This week's science highlights reveal a climate tipping point in the Arctic, sustainability concerns for scuba tourism on coral reefs, and promising results from an experimental mRNA Ebola vaccine.
A 52-passenger all-electric vehicle marks a milestone in sustainable tourism, offering silent glacier tours in Alberta's Jasper National Park.
A new tool uses government LIDAR data to calculate potential electricity generation from plug-in solar panels, which recently became legal in the UK.
A weekly science roundup highlights an exploding rocket disrupting NASA's moon missions and a significant threat to the Thwaites Glacier.
Non-native wall lizards in Cincinnati overcame inbreeding through rapid population expansion, according to new genomic research.
A major storm system threatens millions in Western Australia with wind gusts over 125km/h, then heads east for a wintry blast.
A new analysis uses radar imagery to track crop types and growing season shifts in a key agricultural region of South Africa.
With severe weather becoming more common, a strategic plan for readying solar generators can keep power flowing during outages.
Century Aluminum's proposed Oklahoma smelter depends on securing a long-term electricity deal, industry advocates say.
The collapse of Morrow Batteries underscores the urgent need for the EU's Industrial Accelerator Act to support domestic battery manufacturing.
HousingWire data shows Florida's median list price at $495,000, with new listings at $450,000, signaling market recalibration.
The U.S. securities regulator moved to eliminate a Biden-era rule requiring companies to report greenhouse gas emissions and climate-related risks.
New research links the gut microbiome of the Gulf toadfish to the formation of carbon-trapping minerals, highlighting a novel marine carbon cycle pathway.
Scientists introduced a cross-breed of Florida and Honduran elkhorn corals to a remote national park for the first time, testing a novel approach to reef restoration.
An investigation has been launched in Coalsnaughton, Clackmannanshire, after residents were forced to leave their properties due to reports of ground movement.
A new project seeks to model every current, particle and tide in the Gulf to improve understanding of marine systems and disaster response.
Scientists discover a phenomenon previously thought impossible on Mars is compressing plasma in the planet's upper atmosphere.
Researchers at the University of Cincinnati found that gas streetlights release significantly more methane and carbon monoxide than other household gas appliances in Boston and Cincinnati.
Rising electricity prices make energy affordability a key issue as nine states hold elections for public utility commissions in November.