Energy

Some U.S. homes will receive electricity for the first time as part of a government plan to give rural and tribal communities clean energy.

Energy Dept. unveils $366M plan for rural, tribal clean energy

New technology from Tactile Mobility aims to keep EV drivers on the road longer by increasing the efficiency of regenerative braking systems.

Tech could enhance regenerative braking, keep EVs on the road longer

The Environmental Protection Agency labeled two forever chemicals as hazardous substances, aiming for faster cleanup.

EPA mulls EV transition delay amid pushback from lawmakers, automakers

Mass global adoption of electric vehicles may not be sufficient to reach net-zero emissions and hit 2050 climate goals.

How would mass EV adoption impact the environment? And is it feasible?

SolarisFloat is pioneering the development of floating solar panels that dynamically track sunlight to make the technology more efficient.

Floating solar panel islands follow sunlight, improve energy efficiency

Farmers blocked some lanes of traffic in downtown Prague as they protested rising prices and government regulations on Monday, Feb. 19.

Tractors take over downtown Prague as farmer protests continue in Europe

Despite setting records in 2023, EV sales still failed to meet expectations as many in the industry warn 2024 will bring slower growth.

2023 EV sales broke records, but experts are warning of slow growth in 2024

Reachers at the University of Nebraska have found that the nation's guardrail system may not hold up against collisions with heavier EVs.

Heavier EV crash tests expose guardrail vulnerabilities, could ‘save lives’

Researchers at CU Denver are studying how bidirectional EV charging could help power the grid and save consumers money.

Researchers study how bidirectional EV charging could help power the grid

The EPA is reducing its annual standard for soot levels in a move it says will save thousands of lives, but also cost businesses millions.

EPA says soot rule will save thousands of lives, but cost businesses millions

A lesser-known feature of the Inflation Reduction Act offers a tax incentive aimed at encouraging individuals to install home EV chargers.

Home EV charger tax credit covers most of the US, some say it’s too broad

A recent EV crash test at the University of Nebraska has raised questions about whether American guardrails can hold up against these cars.

Crash testing of heavier EVs shows US guardrails may be unable to hold up

Hawaii will now use a Tesla battery system to deliver power to its grid following the closure of its last remaining coal plant in 2022.

Hawaii replaces its last coal plant with a Tesla battery system

China installed more solar panels last year than the entire United States has in total, posing problems for future American energy security.

Lawmakers: Chinese dominance of solar industry threatens US energy security

Tesla CEO Elon Musk believes Chinese automakers could "demolish" competitors going forward, while also warning of slower EV growth in 2024.

Elon Musk believes Chinese automakers will ‘demolish’ competitors

Chinese technology company Betavolt has introduced a modular nuclear battery that it claims can power a device for up to 50 years.

Chinese company unveils nuclear battery that it says can run for 50 years

A group of 17 former military officials have raised the alarm about the implications of EV adoption on U.S. national security.

Former military officials express national security concerns over Biden’s EV plans

A massive wind farm in Oklahoma is now set to be dismantled after a legal battle between renewable energy providers and the Osage Nation.

Judge orders wind farm on tribal lands removed in mining dispute

Cold temperatures have been proven to be tough for people to withstand and for electric vehicle batteries to maintain their charge.

EV batteries struggle in cold temps, drivers left stranded as stations freeze

Hertz is selling off one-third of its electric vehicles, totaling around 20,000 cars, in a move that will incur a cost of $245 million.

Hertz to sell one-third of its EV fleet amid high repair costs, Tesla price cuts

China's global lead in EV charging infrastructure has prompted attempts by the U.S. and EU to make up some ground.

US and EU playing catch up to China’s lead in EV charging infrastructure

CES 2024, billed as the most powerful tech event world, provided a glimpse into the potential innovations that could shape the EV landscape.

CES 2024 offers look into the potential future of the EV industry

Recent changes in the qualification criteria for federal EV tax credits have significantly narrowed the options available to consumers.

EV tax credit changes limit consumers’ options, force new industry strategies

Despite environmental concerns, Norway has approved deep sea mining, which seeks to extract resources for renewable energy projects.

Norway approves deep sea mining despite international pushback

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