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- by Larry EvansOver the Memorial Day holiday weekend, many Americans watched auto racing and attended automotive enthusiast events. The Indy 500 was held, the largest single-day sporting event in the world with over 300,000 live spectators. And, while the death of Kyle Busch put an emotional damper on the event and mother … [continued] The post EVs Answer Automotive Enthusiasm appeared first on CleanTechnica.
- by Tina CaseyTo help support EV sales in the US, the advocacy organization Electric Four All bought billboard space near gas stations in 15 major cities over the Memorial Day weekend. The post When Will EV Sales Pick Up In The US? appeared first on CleanTechnica.
- by Zachary ShahanThe XPENG GX definitely excited our own Larry Evans at Auto China 2026, and analysts obsessively tracking vehicle sales in China think it’s going to be a big hit. Deutsche Bank analysts expect that orders for the XPENG GX will give XPENG enough of a boost that it will have … [continued] The post XPENG GX Popularity Jacks Up XPENG Orders To ~50,000 Vehicles In May? appeared first on CleanTechnica.
- by Jake RichardsonAnn Esselstyn has been using a plant-based diet for over 40 years. She also just set a world record for the longest dead hang achieved by the oldest female. Her record time is two minutes and 52 seconds, a time that surpassed the previous record set by an 81-year-old American … [continued] The post 90-Year-Old Vegan Lady Sets World Record appeared first on CleanTechnica.
- by Zachary ShahanWithout a doubt, one of the top concerns Europeans and Americans bring up regarding Chinese electric vehicles is whether or not they are safe. Is it a legitimate concern in 2026? Not that I’ve seen, especially since Chinese automakers have to meet European and US safety standards to sell cars … [continued] The post Geely Ups The Vehicle Safety Game In Europe appeared first on CleanTechnica.
- by Zachary ShahanI recently sat down with SOLARCYCLE CEO Suvi Sharma to discuss the fascinating history of the solar market as well as the next key task for the industry — recycling solar panels. Suvi shared how SOLARCYCLE is leading the charge and working hard to recycle solar panels thoroughly and correctly, … [continued] The post Top-Quality Solar Panel Recycling — Scaling Up The Industry appeared first on CleanTechnica.
- by Press ReleaseTIME recognizes Sunrun as one of the world’s most impactful companies for making home solar and battery storage affordable and accessible, and for its distributed power plants that are helping stabilize America’s power grid. Sunrun (Nasdaq: RUN), America’s largest provider of home battery storage, solar, and home-to-grid power plants, has … [continued] The post Sunrun #5 on TIME’s 2026 List of World’s Most Impactful Companies appeared first on CleanTechnica.
- by Press ReleaseArcadia, the energy intelligence platform for businesses, announced this month that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire ENGIE Impact, the Utility Expense and Data Management, Energy Procurement, and Sustainability Advising arm of ENGIE. The strategic transaction combines ENGIE Impact’s global operational scale and 30-year track record with … [continued] The post Arcadia Acquires ENGIE Impact to Create Best-in-Class Energy Management Platform appeared first on CleanTechnica.
- by Zachary ShahanI saw a headline this morning that Nissan has just dropped plans to produce powertrains for the new Nissan LEAF in the UK. The reason is reportedly that consumer demand in Europe is not as high as hoped for the model. This struck me, particularly because the new Nissan LEAF … [continued] The post What Is Plaguing The New Nissan LEAF In Europe? appeared first on CleanTechnica.
- by Tina CaseyThe US firm Plug Power started with hydrogen fuel cell fork lifts before staking out territory in the emerging global green hydrogen industry. The post Dogged Pursuit Of Green Hydrogen Continues In Europe, With An Assist From The US appeared first on CleanTechnica.
- by Press ReleaseAudi will unveil the new A2 e-tron in fall 2026, complementing its portfolio with an all-electric entry-level model family in the compact class. The A2 e-tron, manufactured in Ingolstadt, will rejuvenate the Audi model range and open up access to premium electric mobility. At the Audi Annual Media Conference, CEO Gernot Döllner announced the A2 e-tron — … [continued] The post Audi A2 e-tron Clocks Up Test Kilometers appeared first on CleanTechnica.
- by Joe WachunasI try to interview every manufacturer that brings a new or refreshed heat pump water heater (HPWH) to market. My nerdy thought is that we in the cleantech space should be as up to speed on new, efficient water heaters the way we know about the latest model of Rivian, … [continued] The post Rheem’s Refreshed ProTerra Heat Pump Water Heater — Manufacturer Interview appeared first on CleanTechnica.
- by Steve HanleyAn Post, the national postal service of Ireland, has achieved its carbon reduction plans three months early. The post An Post Reaches Emissions Milestone 3 Months Early appeared first on CleanTechnica.
- by Guest ContributorHome energy is moving beyond individual upgrades toward one intelligent, connected system. Homes are using more electricity than they did a decade ago. EVs charge in the driveway. Heat pumps are replacing traditional heating and cooling systems. Induction ranges, home offices, smart thermostats, connected appliances, solar panels, batteries, and energy … [continued] The post The Future of Home Energy Is an Intelligent Ecosystem appeared first on CleanTechnica.
- by Zachary ShahanUh, oh. Did someone just poke the bubble? AI is apparently the 8th wonder of the world. It will bring everyone out of poverty, solve world hunger, eliminate our need to work, and make us all prosperous beyond our wildest beliefs. As crazy as that sounds, that’s what some prominent … [continued] The post Uber: Getting Hard to Justify High AI Costs appeared first on CleanTechnica.
- by Zachary ShahanMuch of the current “AI generation” is driven by ideas explored and popularized in science-fiction novels, movies, TV shows, and comic books. The hype is overflowing, and so is some fear. On the one hand, AI fanatics want us to believe AI will solve all the world’s problems. (The naivete … [continued] The post Is AI Already Getting Nutso? appeared first on CleanTechnica.
- by Jake RichardsonJust a bit ago, WattEV ordered 370 Tesla semi trucks, which is quite a large order for electric heavy-duty cargo trucks in the US. The Tesla Semi has been in development for years, including various pilot operations for real companies. Now comes news of a California state program to provide … [continued] The post $1 Billion Electric Truck Rebate Program Announced appeared first on CleanTechnica.
- by Zachary ShahanSomething most people still don’t know is that the US solar power and storage industry has gotten quite large. The US solar industry employs about 280,000 people. The energy storage industry employs another 80,000 or so. These are a significant economic engine for the United States. However, they could be … [continued] The post US Solar & Storage Manufacturers Flood DC To Highlight Global Leadership & Jobs appeared first on CleanTechnica.
- by Larry EvansIn recent articles on XPENG, I have focused on the development of human employees who make technology possible and the technology tools that they use. However, the output of the people using automation and AI tools is what matters the most to customers. It is especially noticeable in autonomous driving … [continued] The post XPENG Offers More Human-Like Autonomous Driving appeared first on CleanTechnica.
- by Zachary ShahanA few days ago, I looked into how much it would cost to fuel a Hyundai Santa Fe versus how much it would cost to “fuel” a Hyundai IONIQ 5. I enjoyed doing the comparison, so I wanted to do it with more models. With news that Kia has just … [continued] The post $1,052 to Fuel Toyota RAV4 Hybrid vs. $205 to Energize Kia EV6 appeared first on CleanTechnica.
- by Heather ClancyThe identity software firm's new approach was motivated in part by questions from its employees. The post Inside Okta’s strategy for managing AI emissions appeared first on Trellis.
- by Joel MakowerWe’re good at tracking trends, but not so good at planning for the things that blindside us — and there are more of those coming. The post Why sustainability professionals should be ready for wild cards appeared first on Trellis.
- by Amy Skoczlas ColeThe sustainability professional’s job has always been to embed sustainability into the company's operating system. The post 3 things sustainability professionals can’t afford to outsource to AI appeared first on Trellis.
- by Heather ClancyThe Science Based Targets initiative is shifting its priorities after a year-long corporate listening tour. The post 6 things to know about SBTi’s new strategic plan appeared first on Trellis.
- by Jim GilesCompanies can become university affiliates or reach out direct to spinout companies. The post How your company can work with Stanford’s $1 billion sustainability school appeared first on Trellis.
- by Heather ClancyThe world’s largest coffee chain’s methane emissions from dairy farms haven’t budged since 2019. Reducing that footprint is essential for the next phase of its complex decarbonization strategy. The post Starbucks’ climate dilemma: the world loves lattes appeared first on Trellis.
- by Anneke GreylingNew GlobeScan data reveals a significant shift in the ESG risk hierarchy among corporate affairs leaders. The post Governance overtakes environment as top ESG reputational risk appeared first on Trellis.
- by Jim GilesHow would your company rate on the Climate Contribution Framework? The post New framework goes beyond emissions to score corporate climate action appeared first on Trellis.
- by Daniel AronsonSustainability teams typically have a fraction of the budgets for marketing or R&D. So how can they achieve their goals? The post 4 ways for CSOs to build leverage appeared first on Trellis.
- by Heather ClancyThe fast-food chain is on track to surpass emissions cuts for operations and electricity, plans $1 billion investment in supply chain resilience. The post McDonald’s warns it will miss 2030 emissions goal, in frank disclosure appeared first on Trellis.
- by Jeremiah KarpowiczA workshop at DTECH Data Centers & AI highlighted the importance of flexibility and demonstrated that there is no one-size-fits-all solution or data center model that’s going to work for everyone.
- by Sean WolfeApproximately $4 billion will be allocated to maintenance of existing assets to safeguard current generation capacity and increase output.
- by Sean WolfeOfficials face a decision on cool water releases from Glen Canyon Dam in Arizona to protect the humpback chub, impacting hydropower costs.
- by Sean WolfePOET and Antora Energy commissioned a 5 gigawatt-hour thermal energy storage system at POET's Big Stone City, South Dakota facility, enhancing bioethanol production.
- by Sean WolfeHull Street Energy has signed an agreement to acquire FirstLight from the Public Sector Pension Investment Board, gaining renewable assets in the Northeast, pending federal approval.
- by Jeremiah KarpowiczFluence chief growth officer Jeff Monday suggests battery storage is essential infrastructure for data centers at DTECH Data Centers & AI.
- by Paul GerkeArizona State University and Affordable Wire Management share research showing rear-hanging cable bundles have negligible effects on photovoltaic module performance.
- Rethinking AI: Why conventional AI is failing the grid, and what a new architecture does differentlyby Paul GerkeA new white paper by eSmart Systems introduces Adaptive AI for power grid inspections, addressing challenges with traditional models and enhancing operational efficiency.
- by Sean WolfeThe Midcontinent Independent System Operator selected a consortium for two 765-kV transmission projects in Illinois, costing over $1.6 billion.
- by Paul GerkeDistributed solar and storage aren't going away, writes contributor Deep Patel, and utilities now face a choice: adapt to that reality, or risk being sidelined.
