Germany recently completed and pressurized the first roughly 400km segment of its national hydrogen backbone. The pipes are in the ground, the compressors work, and the system is technically ready. There is only one problem. There are no meaningful hydrogen suppliers connected and no material customers contracted. This is not ... [continued] The post 400km Hydrogen Pipeline With No Users Will Raise Germany’s Electricity Prices appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Chevy dealers should have the updated version of the Bolt -- the least expensive EV in the US -- in their showroom soon. The post Chevy Bolt 2.0 Will Be In Dealer Showrooms Soon appeared first on CleanTechnica.
With a new technology comes issues people haven’t adequately foreseen and prepared for. I’ve seen readers highlight potential problems with robotaxis like customers needing help with their luggage, but I don’t recall seeing anyone bring this one up: passengers not closing the door properly and then walking away. Apparently, Waymo ... [continued] The post Waymo Hiccup — Paying People $20 To Close Doors — To Get A Real Fix appeared first on CleanTechnica.
It was apparently the week for sporty “GT” models in Brussels last week. For the Brussels Motor Show, Chinese EV brand Zeekr launched its new 7GT model for the European market. This is not a mass-market model, but it’s actually not as expensive as I thought it would be. The ... [continued] The post Zeekr Launches New 7GT In Europe appeared first on CleanTechnica.
Hyundai and Kia had one heck of a party this week in Europe. They launched the compact but practical Kia EV2 as well as the Hyundai STARIA electric van. But that’s not all! While launching the EV2, Kia also launched the EV3 GT, EV4 Hatchback GT, and EV5 GT. And ... [continued] The post Kia Unveils New EV3 GT, EV4 Hatchback GT, and EV5 GT appeared first on CleanTechnica.
US President Donald Trump’s easy-peasy takeover of the Venezuelan oil industry is already hitting speed bumps, to the surprise of exactly no-one, except maybe Trump himself. The near-term obstacles include fast-moving security concerns as well as structural issues. However, the real problem is the long-term persistence of the global decarbonization ... [continued] The post No Wonder Oil Execs Are Skittish, They Know Perovskite Solar Cells Are Coming appeared first on CleanTechnica.
This approach addresses India's diverse geography and consumer preferences. It also helps combat carbon emissions and pollution. Local manufacturing and job creation are key benefits.
The report released this week highlighted that EV adoption accelerated steadily through the year, supported by policy incentives and a sharp festive-led surge in the final quarter.
This initiative aims to provide reliable electricity during evening peak demand, marking a significant step in the state's energy transition towards firm, dispatchable green power.
The state aims for over 90 percent renewable energy. Solar projects are being developed across the state. Gram Panchayats are key to this green energy mission. Revenue from solar power will aid orphaned children and widows.
A selected agency will fund and manage the 25-year project, with the MC earning revenue by leasing rooftops. This initiative aims to make Chandigarh a model solar city.
On this episode of the This Week in Cleantech podcast, Ivan Penn from The New York Times, discusses surging optimism for nuclear power in the U.S.
Riyadh releases new Nationally Determined Contribution, Meta inks new nuclear deals, and Germany sets new renewables records
Extreme weather brought about by the El Nino phenomenon could cost Hong Kong as much as US$300 billion over the 21st century, according to a joint study by local and Singapore universities. The study also painted a bleak picture for public health, finding that Hongkongers born during the two strong El Nino events in 1982-83 and 1997-98 could have their life expectancy reduced by five to seven months. Led by Singapore’s Nanyang Technological University in collaboration with City University...