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EVs Take 64.9% Share In Sweden – Volvo EX60 Finally Debuts
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/29/evs-take-64-9-share-in-sweden-volvo-ex60-finally-debuts/
Published: April 29, 2026 11:16
The first quarter of 2026 saw plugin EVs take 64.9% share in Sweden, up from 58.0% in Q1 2025. BEV share grew strongly year on year (YoY), while PHEV share dipped slightly. Overall Q1 auto volume was 61,960 units, down some 2% YoY. The Volvo EX40 was the…
XPENG Releases World Model Technical Report, Powering VLA 2.0 Model R&D And Verification
Published: April 29, 2026 03:59
Guangzhou — XPENG (NYSE: XPEV, HKEX: 9868), a leading China-based high-tech company, recently officially released its X-World Technical Report, providing a comprehensive breakdown of the model’s construction and deployment across data, architecture,…
Chargers Multiply in Australia
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/28/chargers-multiply-in-australia/
Published: April 29, 2026 03:58
Amidst a surge in interest in electric vehicles in Australia, it looks like the charging networks are keeping up. We have high-speed chargers in supermarket carparks and airports along with Level 2 pole-mounted chargers in dense inner-city suburbs. Just…
Sierra Club Applauds NYC Pensions for Continued Climate Progress, Calls for Stronger Implementation
Published: April 29, 2026 03:57
Annual reports show progress toward net-zero goals NEW YORK — The Sierra Club applauds New York City Comptroller Mark Levine and trustees of three of NYC’s public pension systems for releasing new climate reports showing continued progress toward their…
TECO Customers Issue Letters to Utility’s Board Members Addressing Bill Increases
Published: April 29, 2026 03:56
TAMPA, Fla. – Tampa Electric Company’s (TECO’s) rising utility bills are forcing Tampa families to choose between essentials like food, rent, and medicine and access to power. In response, TECO customers have written letters to the utility’s Board of…
Conservation Groups Issue Reply to EPA in West Virginia Regional Haze Lawsuit
Published: April 29, 2026 03:55
The Groups are Challenging the State’s Abysmal EPA-Approved Regional Haze Plan CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A National Parks Conservation Association, Sierra Club, and Earthjustice lawsuit against the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) challenging the agency’s…
NEW: Sierra Club Tool Shows Deadly Impact of Coal on Public Health Across the Country
Published: April 29, 2026 03:29
Washington, D.C. — Today, Sierra Club released a new web tool that shows that every year, approximately 6,500 Americans die prematurely from illnesses linked to coal air pollution. The updated Out of Control: The Deadly Impact of Coal Pollution — 2026 web…
E-fuels in Cars: Unaffordable for Drivers
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/28/e-fuels-in-cars-unaffordable-for-drivers/
Published: April 29, 2026 03:12
An independent study for T&E assesses the near-term cost of e-petrol production for cars. E-fuels have entered the political debate on car CO₂ standards as a decarbonisation alternative to electric vehicles. To establish an up-to-date evidence base that…
What Do Steve Bannon & Bernie Sanders Have In Common? Opposition To Artificial Intelligence
Published: April 28, 2026 22:54
Steve Bannon and Bernie Sanders are at opposite ends of the political spectrum. It seems there is only one thing they agree on — artificial intelligence is dangerous. A majority of Americans agree. Quinnipiac University, well known for its polling prowess,…
Nuclear Scaling Requires Discipline. SMRs Deliver Fragmentation
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/28/nuclear-scaling-requires-discipline-smrs-deliver-fragmentation/
Published: April 28, 2026 22:30
When I wrote in 2021 that small modular reactors were mostly bad policy (peer reviewed version, CleanTechnica version), the argument was not that nuclear fission could not produce useful low-carbon electricity. It was already doing so every day. The United…
Urban Wetlands & Waterways Need Nature-Inspired Solutions
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/28/urban-wetlands-waterways-need-nature-inspired-solutions/
Published: April 28, 2026 18:48
I remember traveling to Sydney, Australia, a couple of years ago. In nearly every city block there was a green gathering space, usually a fountain, where kids could play and spray and adults could lounge comfortably. Back in the US, I started to admire…
Chinese Iron Flow Storage Battery Is 80 Times Cheaper Than Lithium
Published: April 28, 2026 15:54
Scientists in China claim to have solved issues with iron flow batteries., which could lead to cheaper grid scale storage batteries. The post Chinese Iron Flow Storage Battery Is 80 Times Cheaper Than Lithium appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Heat Pump Water Heater 2025 State Of The Market Report — Tons Of Great Tech But Policy Headwinds
Published: April 28, 2026 15:50
2025 was a good year for heat pump water heaters (HPWHs). In our annual State of the Heat Pump Water Heater Market report, we talk about how residential and commercial manufacturers released more new and updated products last year than any other year in…
The Amino Acid Glycine Is In Many Plant Foods Too
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/28/the-amino-acid-glycine-is-in-many-plant-foods-too/
Published: April 28, 2026 15:46
There is an amino acid called glycine some may know of because it has been theorized to be of some benefit for human sleep. In fact, there are some health supplements combining glycine with other molecules or nutrients for that purpose. How much truth…
Hyundai Unveils 2027 IONIQ 9 AWD Performance Calligraphy Black Ink Model
Published: April 28, 2026 15:28
New Calligraphy Black Ink model: A singularly sleek, sophisticated expression of electric luxury Award-winning three-row EV gains unique Gloss Black and Black Chrome styling touches, plus exclusive black 21-inch wheels Black Ink interior colorway and cabin…
One Thing Silently Hurting EV Sales
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/28/one-thing-silently-hurting-ev-sales/
Published: April 28, 2026 14:55
I’ve talked with a lot of people this past week at our Electric Home Show, and one thing stood out to me at the end of it all when it comes to shopping for electric vehicles. It’s not a new thing — in fact, it’s something we’ve written about a ...…
Elon Musk’s Nutso Comments on US National Debt & Robots
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/27/elon-musks-nutso-comments-on-us-national-debt-robots/
Published: April 28, 2026 03:58
Elon Musk said on the latest quarterly Tesla conference call, last week, that the first production line for the company’s Optimus robot would go online this year — this quarter even — and that this production line would be able to produce 1 million robots…
3rd US State Allows Plug & Play Solar Power
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/27/3rd-us-state-allows-plug-play-solar-power/
Published: April 28, 2026 03:57
There’s no doubt about it — solar power has already revolutionized the electricity industry. Solar power accounts for the majority of new power capacity around the world and around the US. That said, there are still significant barriers to residential…
Leapmotor Launches Lafa5 Ultra at Auto China 2026
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/27/leapmotor-launches-lafa5-ultra-at-auto-china-2026/
Published: April 28, 2026 03:54
We have journalists at the Beijing Auto Show (Auto China 2026), but it takes time to collect and then share all of the great EV announcements happening there. In the meantime, below is one notable announcement from Leapmotor & Stellantis that was shared on…
Hardware 3 Tesla Vehicles Will Get Unsupervised Full Self Driving Via Hardware Updates? Who’s Most Pissed?
Published: April 28, 2026 03:53
Many of us who bought Tesla’s Full Self Driving (FSD) package several years ago have been highly disappointed with its slow progress, and also repeatedly false claims about the technology. The thing is: Tesla cars produced with “Hardware 3” computers,…
AI Transforms the World: XPENG Showcases Its Full-Stack Physical AI Ecosystem at Auto China 2026
Published: April 28, 2026 03:51
We have journalists at the Beijing Auto Show (Auto China 2026), but it takes time to collect and then share all of the great EV announcements happening there. In the meantime, below is one notable announcement from XPENG that was shared on Friday when the…
NIO: 3 Auto Brands, 11 Models at Auto China
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/27/nio-3-auto-brands-11-models-at-auto-china/
Published: April 28, 2026 03:50
We have journalists at the Beijing Auto Show (Auto China 2026), but it takes time to collect and then share all of the great EV announcements happening there. In the meantime, below is one notable announcement from NIO that was shared on Friday when the…
Will Sodium-Ion Batteries Revolutionize Electric Ships?
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/27/will-sodium-ion-batteries-revolutionize-electric-ships/
Published: April 28, 2026 02:47
Advancements in sodium-ion batteries have come from a new generation of cells from CATL, BYD, and others, bringing the possibility of lower cells costs at higher volume in the near future. CATL has stated it expects oceanic electric ships to be possible in…
Ford Customers Are Saving Even More On Home Charging With TXU Energy Free EV Miles Program
Published: April 28, 2026 01:17
What if the best time to fill up your car was while you were fast asleep — and it saved you money? For Ford electric vehicle (EV) and plug-in hybrid owners in Texas, that’s not a dream; it’s a nightly reality with home charging. Through a partnership…
Trump Approves Toxic Mining on Doorstep of Boundary Waters
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/27/trump-approves-toxic-mining-on-doorstep-of-boundary-waters/
Published: April 28, 2026 00:57
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Donald Trump signed off on a controversial proposal to allow toxic sulfide mining in the watershed of one of the country’s most visited wilderness areas. Trump signed a Congressional Review Act Resolution overturning a 20-year ban…
The Pro-Alberta Case For Holding Weak Oil & Gas Operators Accountable
Published: April 28, 2026 00:40
When the Alberta Energy Regulator ordered MAGA Energy to suspend operations in April 2026 over unpaid obligations and failure to meet commitments, it was not just another small oil and gas enforcement story. It pointed to a much larger rural Alberta…
Rally in Charlotte Against Duke Rate Hikes to Focus on Affordability Crisis — WEDNESDAY
Published: April 27, 2026 23:53
Charlotte, NC — On Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 5:30 PM, dozens of concerned residents are expected to join advocates in the courtyard of Mecklenburg County Courthouse for a rally in response to Duke Energy’s request to increase residential customers’…
Taking the Hyundai IONIQ 5 XRT Out to Play in the Dirt
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/27/taking-the-hyundai-ioniq-5-xrt-out-to-play-in-the-dirt/
Published: April 27, 2026 22:37
Hyundai invited CleanTechnica out to their factory near Savannah, Georgia, and while we were there, we had an opportunity to take their new Hyundai IONIQ 5 XRT out to play in the dirt. Disclaimer: Hyundai paid for the author’s travel and accommodations to…
Critical Minerals: China’s Grip, America’s Volatility, Europe’s Choice
Published: April 27, 2026 20:14
The energy transition will not fail because the world runs out of useful minerals. It can be slowed, made more expensive, and made more fragile because the industrial systems that turn minerals into batteries, motors, power electronics, grid equipment, and…
Swapping Out Diesel For Solar & Batteries In The Amazon Rainforest
Published: April 27, 2026 17:23
Many villages in the Amazon basin have no roads, and solar and batteries are replacing diesel generators that are supplied by boat. The post Swapping Out Diesel For Solar & Batteries In The Amazon Rainforest appeared first on CleanTechnica.
126 New EV Fast Chargers Are Coming To Oregon
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/27/126-new-ev-fast-chargers-are-coming-to-oregon/
Published: April 27, 2026 14:51
The new public fast charger installations are rolling out steadily — just several days ago it was reported that over 3,000 were installed in the US in the first quarter. The total number of public fast chargers in the US is over 71,000. Now comes news of…
The National Science Board Purge Is A Warning About American Decline
Published: April 27, 2026 03:50
The members of the National Science Board were not removed after hearings, evidence of misconduct, or a public argument about science policy. They were dismissed by email. No explanation. No transition. No apparent respect for institutional memory, earned…
It’s The Affordability, Stupid! Crafting Climate Strategies That Work
Published: April 26, 2026 19:24
As prices soar in the wake of the war on Iran, some suggest shifting the conversation to affordability is a winning strategy. The post It’s The Affordability, Stupid! Crafting Climate Strategies That Work appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Taiwan’s Scooter Capital Taipei To Go Fully Electric
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/26/taiwans-scooter-capital-taipei-to-go-fully-electric/
Published: April 26, 2026 18:49
Taiwan has long functioned as the world’s most intense proving ground for two-wheeled mobility. With more than 14 million scooters serving a population of roughly 23 million, the shift from combustion engines to electric drivetrains is unfolding in real…
Solar-Powered Boat Travels Thousands Of Miles
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/26/solar-powered-boat-travels-thousands-of-miles/
Published: April 26, 2026 17:30
The last time I checked in with this Finnish guy with his solar-powered boat, he was still in Finnish waters or near them. In this more recent video, he is headed toward Spain, having mostly passed through France. In my last article, I included one of his…
The City Of Providence, Rhode Island Is Ready To Decarbonize
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/26/the-city-of-providence-rhode-island-is-ready-to-decarbonize/
Published: April 26, 2026 17:25
Envision early 20th century Providence, Rhode Island. Over a century of textile manufacturing had dumped industrial toxins — thousands of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, more commonly known as PFAS or “forever chemicals.” Two rivers combine to form…
Our Electrified Home
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/25/our-electrified-home/
Published: April 26, 2026 03:50
Earlier today (April 25, 2026), I attended the Electric Home Show at the Blaisdell Center in downtown Honolulu, where I met Scott Cooney and Zachary Shahan of this august publication. It was a blast meeting them, test driving a Kia EV9, and talking to many…
Should We Dam The Bering Strait To Keep The AMOC From Collapsing?
Published: April 25, 2026 18:48
A study from the Netherlands suggests building a dam across the Bering Strait could stabilize the AMOC. Is that a good idea? The post Should We Dam The Bering Strait To Keep The AMOC From Collapsing? appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Electric Garbage Trucks Are The Heavy-Duty EV Story Hiding In Plain Sight
Published: April 25, 2026 18:26
The electric garbage truck is not the poster child for vehicle electrification. It does not have the consumer glamour of an electric pickup, the political visibility of an electric bus, or the freight-sector drama of battery-electric and hydrogen…
Do-Over! Republicans Cry Uncle On Federal Tax Incentives
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/25/do-over-republicans-cry-uncle-on-federal-tax-incentives/
Published: April 25, 2026 18:26
In an open admission that Trump's beloved "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" is a massive failure, four Republican members of the US House of Representatives propose preserving and extending key tax incentives for energy efficiency and clean energy. The post…
Drought Could Be Making Antibiotic Resistance Worse, Scientists Say
Published: April 25, 2026 18:24
Antibiotic resistance is often associated with hospitals and the overuse of antibiotics in agriculture. Both are genuine problems, but new research suggests another potential culprit that many people haven’t considered – droughts caused by climate change.…
Was Carlos Ghosn Truly An EV Visionary?
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/25/was-carlos-ghosn-truly-an-ev-visionary/
Published: April 25, 2026 11:00
I am writing this story because today, April 25, marks seven years since Ghosn walked out of a Japanese jail for a second time after posting bail of ¥500 million (about $4.5 million at the time). He had been arrested in 2018 and charged with multiple…
Solar & Storage Industry Statement on U.S. Court Order Blocking Interior Memo Slowing Permitting of Solar & Storage Projects
Published: April 25, 2026 03:58
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Following is a statement from Darren Van’t Hof, interim president and CEO of the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), after a federal court blocked enforcement of the Department of the Interior’s memo that has slowed permitting of…
Hyundai Motor Reaffirms China Commitment at Auto China 2026, Unveils IONIQ V as First Step in New Product Offensive
Published: April 25, 2026 03:57
Hyundai Motor advances a renewed China strategy anchored in its ‘In China, For China, To Global’ approach IONIQ V debuts as the first dedicated IONIQ production model for China, tailored to local customer needs and expectations China positioned as a…
Lynk & Co Unveils First‑Ever GT Concept “Time To Shine” At Beijing Auto Show
Published: April 25, 2026 03:53
Lynk & Co today unveiled its first‑ever GT concept car, “Time to Shine,” at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show. The two‑door Gran Turismo concept marks a major milestone for the brand as it celebrates its 10th anniversary, bringing together a decade of design…
The Link Between Whales In The Andes & Climate Change
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/24/the-link-between-whales-in-the-andes-climate-change/
Published: April 25, 2026 03:50
The discovery of fossilized whales in Chile led scientists to reconsider the effect volcanic eruptions have on the environment. The post The Link Between Whales In The Andes & Climate Change appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Gulf States Foresee Green Hydrogen Replacing Stranded Oil & Gas Assets
Published: April 25, 2026 03:03
A new multi-state research and demonstration program aims to repurpose offshore oil and gas infrastructure for green hydrogen, among other uses. The post Gulf States Foresee Green Hydrogen Replacing Stranded Oil & Gas Assets appeared first on…
A Big National Security Secret Lurks Beneath The $1 Billion TotalEnergies Payoff
Published: April 25, 2026 03:01
The French energy firm TotalEnergies drops plans for two wind farms in the US, picks up lots more activity elsewhere around the world. The post A Big National Security Secret Lurks Beneath The $1 Billion TotalEnergies Payoff appeared first on…
A Look Inside Hyundai’s Metaplant
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/24/a-look-inside-hyundais-metaplant/
Published: April 24, 2026 19:05
Hyundai invited CleanTechnica into its brand new automotive factory where it is building the IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 9 for US customers. It’s located a few minutes outside of Savannah in Ellabell, Georgia. Disclaimer: Hyundai paid for the author’s travel and…
Big Ferries Are Becoming Battery-First Systems
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/24/big-ferries-are-becoming-battery-first-systems/
Published: April 24, 2026 18:56
Ferries are public infrastructure that happen to float. They are marine buses, freight bridges, medical access routes, school links, tourism arteries, repair crew shuttles, food supply chains, and island lifelines. When they fail, communities notice at…
Hyundai Partners With Waymo To Produce An IONIQ 5 Robotaxi — Field Trip
Published: April 24, 2026 18:47
Hyundai opened up to us this week about its partnership with Waymo to produce a robotaxi based on the IONIQ 5 with Waymo that could see Waymo purchasing 50,000 of the EVs over the next few years. Initially, they stated that they would be building the first…
Bill McKibben Speaking at Our Hawaii Electric Home Show on Sunday!
Published: April 24, 2026 18:34
One of the best climate and environmental communicators of the last few decades, Bill McKibben, will be speaking at our Electric Home Show in Hawaii this weekend. To be honest, I wasn’t keen on promoting this much in advance, because the event is focused…
$30 Million In EV Incentives Approved In New York
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/24/30-million-in-ev-incentives-approved-in-new-york/
Published: April 24, 2026 15:21
When the federal EV incentives were removed because of the efforts of some Republicans, it was predicted that US EV sales would plunge. They did go into slumps for many, but not all, electric vehicles. There was a little boost for EV sales still remaining…
Take Out The Earbuds & Appreciate The Nature Around You!
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/24/take-out-the-earbuds-appreciate-the-nature-around-you/
Published: April 24, 2026 15:16
In my flat Florida community I all-too-often see people exercising with a podcast playing in their ears. Earbuds allow non-stop entertainment, of course. I get that. It assuages boredom. Then again, listening to others’ thoughts removes us from awareness…
Formula E Unveils GEN4 Car As Series Eyes Berlin Double-Header
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/24/formula-e-unveils-gen4-car-as-series-eyes-berlin-double-header/
Published: April 24, 2026 15:14
The most powerful single-seater in Formula E history made its public track debut this week at Circuit Paul Ricard, where the series’ incoming GEN4 machine gave onlookers their first unfiltered look at a car that former champion Jake Dennis has already…
VinFast Launches The Limo Green In India, Renames It The MPV7
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/24/vinfast-launches-the-limo-green-in-india-renames-it-the-mpv7/
Published: April 24, 2026 10:09
Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast has begun reshaping its lineup in India by positioning the fleet-focused Limo Green as a more luxurious product under a new name: MPV7. But VinFast tells CleanTechnica this is not the Limo Green. Not even a…
Could a New Kind of Power Supply Help Make Data Centers Grid-Friendly?
Published: April 24, 2026 03:59
Inside the First Data Center–Grid Simulator Built To Test the Promising New Technology As demand for data centers continues to rise, many center operators, utilities, and American communities are asking: Can the U.S. power grid handle these energy…
The Fast Lane: 3 Ways To Get More Critical Minerals, Now
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/23/the-fast-lane-3-ways-to-get-more-critical-minerals-now/
Published: April 24, 2026 03:57
Companies Need Critical Minerals for Electronics, Medical Equipment, Crops, and More. These 3 Techniques (and Others) Could Make Some Easier To Get. “The Fast Lane” series zooms in on some of the thousands of technologies born in national laboratories that…
Put a (Roof) Coat on—It Is Hot Out There
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/23/put-a-roof-coat-on-it-is-hot-out-there/
Published: April 24, 2026 03:55
In First Rooftop Demo, Startup, Investors, and Researchers Test Roof Coating’s Potential To Cool, Protect, and Lower Energy Bills for a New Jersey Warehouse What do a Texas data center, a New Jersey warehouse, and a police academy in Arizona have in…
2026 Nissan LEAF Named Winner in U.S. News 2026 Best Hybrid & Electric Car Awards
Published: April 24, 2026 03:53
Third-generation LEAF is recognized for the best combination of quality, efficiency and value in its segment. NASHVILLE, Tennessee — The all-new 2026 Nissan LEAF has been named as the Best Subcompact Electric SUV for 2026 in U.S. News 2026 Best Hybrid and…
Sierra Club Joins Hundreds of Orgs. Calling on Governments to End ISDS System
Published: April 24, 2026 03:51
Joint Statement Highlights How These Secretive Tribunals Prop Up Intl. Fossil Fuel Industry. Washington, DC — Sierra Club has joined over 340 civil society organizations in signing an open statement calling on governments around the world to disengage from…
Denza Starts Distribution of Luxury EVs in the Philippines
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/23/denza-starts-distribution-of-luxury-evs-in-the-philippines/
Published: April 24, 2026 03:50
Denza Philippines began the official rollout of its B5 and B8 plug-in hybrid SUVs today (April 23, Philippine time) following the brand’s local debut at the Manila International Auto Show 2026. The move marks a formal entry into the premium new energy…
Driving A Car On HVO Is 79% More Expensive Than An Electric Car — New Analysis
Published: April 24, 2026 03:48
Advanced biofuels are not the affordable alternative to oil that the fuels industry claims. Biofuels are being touted as an affordable alternative to oil during the energy crisis, but new research finds that pure HVO, the most widely promoted ‘drop in’…
Mercedes Adds New EQS & C-Class Electric To Line Up
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/23/mercedes-adds-new-eqs-c-class-electric-to-line-up/
Published: April 24, 2026 02:44
Mercedes has introduced two new electric car models, an undated EQS and an all new C Class Electric. Both are impressive. The post Mercedes Adds New EQS & C-Class Electric To Line Up appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Solar Grazing Is Not Just For Sheep Any More
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/23/solar-grazing-is-not-just-for-sheep-any-more/
Published: April 24, 2026 01:51
The US solar developer Silicon Ranch is exploring a new solar grazing model optimized for cattle ranching, carbon sequestration, water conservation, and land restoration all in the same space. The post Solar Grazing Is Not Just For Sheep Any More appeared…
Uber Isn’t Buying Hydrogen Economics In Paris. It’s Buying Access To Business Taxi
Published: April 24, 2026 00:50
Uber has invested in HysetCo, the Paris-region company that leases hydrogen taxis and operates much of the refueling network that supports them, with the stated goal of adding nearly 2,000 hydrogen taxis to Uber’s platform over five years. The official…
3,000 Fast EV Chargers Were Installed In The US In Q1
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/23/3000-fast-ev-chargers-were-installed-in-the-us-in-q1/
Published: April 23, 2026 14:58
A new report from Parens states that US fast chargers were installed in the US at a healthy rate of over 3,000 in the first quarter of 2026, saying, “Deployment remains elevated, with ~3,300 new ports added in Q1, in line with seasonal patterns.…
IEA Says World Has Entered The “Age Of Electricity”
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/23/iea-says-world-has-entered-the-age-of-electricity/
Published: April 23, 2026 14:55
The latest IEA energy report for 2025 shows solar and energy storage are rapidly displacing fossil fuels for energy generation. The post IEA Says World Has Entered The “Age Of Electricity” appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Solar Power + Energy Storage Transform Church Into Resilience Hub
Published: April 23, 2026 14:52
A church in Georgia has a new 70.11-kW solar system and a 41-kWh battery storage system which could generate and store enough electricity to save about $15,000 a year on its utility bills. There was no up-front cost to the congregation because of support…
Coal Mines, Landfills, & The Persistence Of Solar Power
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/23/coal-mines-landfills-the-persistence-of-solar-power/
Published: April 23, 2026 14:49
Despite the sharp U-turn in federal energy policy, the smart money is steering over to landfills, derelict coal mines, and other industrial sites for conversion into solar power plants. The post Coal Mines, Landfills, & The Persistence Of Solar Power…
Trump EPA Downplays Local Emissions in Proposed Repeal
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/23/trump-epa-downplays-local-emissions-in-proposed-repeal/
Published: April 23, 2026 08:37
The EPA on Tuesday proposed rescinding a Biden-era ruling to reclassify Utah’s Wasatch Front from “serious” nonattainment of the 2015 ozone standards to mere “moderate” nonattainment, significantly decreasing required pollution reductions. The proposal…
The Cost of Advanced Biofuels
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/22/the-cost-of-advanced-biofuels/
Published: April 23, 2026 03:57
New analysis assesses the price of running a car on advanced biofuels versus an electric vehicle. The European car industry wants lawmakers to weaken EU car CO2 targets — which are a major driver of more affordable EV models — by counting combustion cars…
CATL Announces 6-Minute Charging Time For Latest Battery
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/22/catl-announces-6-minute-charging-time-for-latest-battery/
Published: April 23, 2026 03:50
CATL made a host of new announcements this week, including a new fast charging unt that goes from 10 to 98 % SOC in 6 minutes. The post CATL Announces 6-Minute Charging Time For Latest Battery appeared first on CleanTechnica.
A 650 Megawatt Wind Farm Is Rising In War Torn Ukraine, With An Assist From Norway
Published: April 23, 2026 03:40
The leading Ukrainian energy firm DTEK Group is building a new 100-turbine, 650-megawatt wind farm to help improve resiliency as Russia continues to attack conventional thermal power plants. The post A 650 Megawatt Wind Farm Is Rising In War Torn Ukraine,…
Making the European Competitiveness Fund the Backbone of a Green Industrial Strategy
Published: April 23, 2026 03:30
A new briefing explains why the forthcoming ‘ECF’ should focus on strategic cleantech with the highest decarbonisation and scale-up potential. The European Competitiveness Fund (ECF) could become the EU’s industrial policy steering instrument in the next…
Hyundai Motor & TVS Motor Formalize Partnership to Drive Electric Three-Wheeler Commercialization in India
Published: April 23, 2026 02:10
Hyundai Motor Company and TVS Motor Company sign Joint Development Agreement to deliver and commercialize electric three-wheelers in India and additional markets Products to be jointly developed by both companies, combining electric mobility expertise and…
Joint Letter: Industry Calls for Toll Exemptions for Zero-Emission Trucks
Published: April 23, 2026 02:00
Leading EU businesses call EU Transport Ministers to implement toll exemptions to accelerate clean freight Logistics giants and NGOs, including DHL, Volvo, and TRATON, are asking for the quick implementation of the Eurovignette Directive. While trucks…
Ursa Ag In Alberta Wants To Sell Farmers Tractors With A Diesel Engine
Published: April 22, 2026 18:30
Canadian company Ursa Ag is building affordable, reliable tractors for the farming community that use remanufactured diesel engines. The post Ursa Ag In Alberta Wants To Sell Farmers Tractors With A Diesel Engine appeared first on CleanTechnica.
India’s Electric Two-Wheeler Market Surpassed Targets in 1st Quarter
Published: April 22, 2026 18:29
The Indian electric two-wheeler market is entering a new phase of maturity in April 2026, defined not just by record sales but by a clear expansion in product ambition and consumer segmentation. After a historic March that saw nearly 191,000 electric…
Electric-Powered/Assisted Human Transportation — 16 Options
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/22/electric-powered-assisted-human-transportation-16-options/
Published: April 22, 2026 18:19
Everyone is familiar with electric cars, as these days the streets are swarming with electric Teslas, Rivians, Fords, Chevys, etc. However, there is now an electric powered/assisted transportation revolution going on at a smaller, usually personal, scale.…
BYD Wins In A Slow Return To Normal — China March EV Sales Report
Published: April 22, 2026 17:26
After the December end-of-incentive sales rush (NEVs are no longer exempt from purchase tax this year), and the following sales slump, March is signaling a slow return to normal, despite the numbers still being negative. In March, the overall market was…
Earth Day In The Philippines Overshadowed By Toxic Smoke From A Burning Dumpsite
Published: April 22, 2026 16:08
Earth Day is supposed to be a moment to take stock of environmental progress. To celebrate the wins and track the distance still to go. This year in the Philippines, that reckoning has taken on a far more literal shape. As official Earth Day activities…
PV, EV, & Heat Pumps — The Three Technologies Behind Our Zero Energy Bills
Published: April 22, 2026 15:19
These days it feels amazing to be net zero. With gas prices topping $4/gallon nationally for the first time in four years, natural gas (aka methane) prices up 11% over last year, and even electricity prices rising 9% due in part to data centers, my family…
67 New EV Chargers Will Be Installed In San Diego
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/22/67-new-ev-chargers-will-be-installed-in-san-diego/
Published: April 22, 2026 15:04
About six months ago, it was announced that 750 to 800 public EV chargers would be installed in San Diego. Another announcement was made yesterday about installing 67 public EV chargers. The locations will be: Azalea Recreation Center Dolores Magdaleno…
California Offers Incentives To Philippine Automaker To Set Up Electric Jeepney Factory
Published: April 22, 2026 15:00
Francisco Motors, best known for its iconic jeepneys, is now at the center of a serious effort by the State of California to attract a major zero-emission vehicle manufacturing investment. Is the shift unfolding in the global electric vehicle landscape…