Energy

New reports find U.S. gasoline demand remains high, a trend that has surprised experts and may be contributing to falling prices at the pump. Getty Images

Stock market sell-off has one possible upside: Cheaper prices at the pump

According to recent data, houses with solar panels both sell for more and spend less time on the market than those without. Getty Images

Research finds installing solar panels on your home could increase its value

Mercury, the smallest planet in the solar system, may harbor a staggering amount of diamonds beneath its surface, according to new research. NASA

Mercury may be home to an 11-mile thick underground layer of diamonds

Uber has announced a new partnership with Chinese automaker BYD, with an aim of getting a larger number of the rideshare app's drivers in EVs. Getty Images

Uber partners with Chinese EV maker BYD to help its drivers make the switch

Additional debris from a damaged Vineyard Wind offshore turbine continues to wash up as the Harris campaign arrives for an event on Nantucket. Nantucket Current

More Vineyard Wind debris washes up as Harris campaign comes to Nantucket

A team of engineers called the "Cannonball Sun" have set a new record for the fastest solar-powered journey across the United States. Cannonball Sun

Driving from New York to LA using nothing but the power of the sun

The green energy transition may need resources from a proposed Arizona mine, but Native American tribes and environmentalists have concerns. Reuters

Tribal and environmental concerns stand in the way of obtaining 25% of US copper

The Paris 2024 Summer Olympics have been promoted as the most eco-friendly Games ever, but some experts call these claims "greenwashing." Getty Images

2024 Olympics sees its eco-friendly goals face accusations of ‘greenwashing’

A nuclear power comeback is starting to take shape in the U.S. as officials consider reopening the Duane Arnold Energy Center in Iowa. Getty Images

Growing US nuclear power resurgence reaches the nation’s heartland

The Biden administration has announced an investment in solar thermal power projects, with $33 million going to nine different initiatives. Getty Images

Beer from the sun and other solar thermal projects get government funding

Vineyard Wind paid the town of Nantucket millions for its support, but following a recent malfunction, some local residents want them gone. Nantucket Current

‘Kill this project’: Some Nantucketers want Vineyard Wind gone after turbine incident

With billions in clean energy funds still available, whether the money is fully utilized before the end of Biden's term remains to be seen. Getty Images

Biden against the clock to spend billions in clean energy funds before term ends

For the first time since dropping out of the 2024 race, President Joe Biden will address the nation. Here's what to expect. Getty Images

President Biden to address the nation on his decision to end 2024 campaign

The discovery of "dark oxygen" is seeing debate over its legitimacy, with the potential future of the world's energy caught in the middle. Getty Images

The Metals Company disputes ‘ground-breaking’ discovery of ‘dark oxygen’

More than a week after an incident at the Vineyard Wind project, residents of Nantucket are still finding debris washing up on their shores. Nantucket Current

Debris from Vineyard Wind still washing up as Nantucket considers legal action

Former President Donald Trump would allow Chinese EV makers to build U.S. factories, provided they are built and staffed by American workers. Getty Images

Trump open to Chinese EV factories in the US, but with some conditions

More debris has washed up on Nantucket after an incident at the Vineyard Wind project, prompting frustrated remarks from impacted locals. @ACKCurrent via X

Nantucket residents voice concerns as more turbine debris washes ashore

Biden's $160 million initiative promotes eco-friendly building materials to reduce emissions and advance U.S. in sustainable construction. Getty Images

Biden’s $160 million push for eco-friendly construction materials

Vineyard Wind, the nation's largest offshore wind farm, located 14 miles off the coast of Massachusetts, is now under federal investigation. @ack4whales via X

Nation’s largest offshore wind project under federal investigation

With J.D. Vance now joining the GOP presidential ticket, the specifics of a potential new administration's energy policy is becoming clearer. AP Images

How JD Vance’s VP selection could influence American energy policy

The oil industry is voicing its opposition to Biden's push for EVs with a new ad airing in key swing states ahead of the 2024 election. AFPM

Oil industry pushes back against Biden’s EV policies with new ad in swing states

China is building nearly two-thirds of global wind and solar power projects, with twice as much energy as the rest of the world combined. Getty Images

The future of global energy is likely to be made in China

To meet rising energy demand and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, experts estimate the U.S. will have to triple its nuclear power output. Getty Images

US may have to go nuclear to meet climate goals, surging energy demand

A Senate report alleges that Amazon rejected warehouse safety recommendations due to productivity concerns. Getty Images

Amazon says it runs on 100% clean power, employees say total is far lower