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<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/03/Heil-tesla-gigafactory-berlin.png?w=1600" /></div><p>Tesla filed a criminal complaint and called police to its Gigafactory Berlin after accusing an IG Metall union representative of secretly recording a closed works council meeting on Tuesday. Police seized the representative’s laptop. The incident comes just three weeks before roughly 11,000 employees vote in a works council election that could reshape the future of the plant.</p> <p>The confrontation marks the latest, and most dramatic, escalation in the increasingly bitter fight between Tesla and Germany’s most powerful industrial union at the automaker’s only European factory.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/02/11/tesla-calls-police-ig-metall-rep-at-giga-berlin-works-council-meeting-before-critical-vote/#more-455263">more…</a>

<p>DETROIT, Michigan — This week, the Trump Administration is expected to announce a suite of rollbacks that bolster the coal and fossil fuel industries, threatening to keep our coal plants online longer and make our environment and climate dirtier. The administration is expected to revoke the Environmental Protection Agency’s longstanding ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/02/11/sierra-club-trumps-latest-environmental-rollbacks-are-yet-another-move-to-cut-corners-for-the-coal-and-fossil-fuel-industries/">Sierra Club: Trump’s Latest Environmental Rollbacks Are Yet Another Move To Cut Corners For The Coal And Fossil Fuel Industries</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/04/Tenways-AGO-X-e-bike.jpg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1600" /></div><p>Our mid-week Green Deals is seeing some returning low prices alongside a few notable one-day-only deals, starting with <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/02/10/tenways-ago-x-all-terrain-mid-drive-e-bike-307-free-gear-1899-low-more/">Tenways’ premium AGO X All-Terrain Mid-Drive e-bike and $307 in FREE gear at its $1,899 low</a>, among other deals from the brand. We also spotted <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/02/10/autel-50a-smart-ai-level-2-ev-charger-450-low/">Autel’s MaxiCharger AC Elite Home 50A Smart Level 2 EV Charger</a> with an in-body holster, AI optimization, and voice controls dropping to its <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/02/10/autel-50a-smart-ai-level-2-ev-charger-450-low/">$450 low</a> for the second time ever, as well as <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/02/11/256wh-jackery-explorer-240d-power-station-139/">Jackery’s compact Explorer 240D Portable Power Station</a> at its second-best price, Bluetti’s Handsfree BackPack Power Stations (and the larger AC240 station) starting from their lows for the rest of the day, a Worx Aerocart 8-in-1 yard cart daily deal, and more waiting for you below. And don’t forget the hangover deals at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/02/10/ecoflow-valentines-day-sale-delta-3-plus-power-station-bundle-low-more/">EcoFlow Valentine’s Day power station sale</a> launch, the solar-charging <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/02/09/360-degree-solar-anker-solocam-s340-security-kits-from-350-low/">Anker eufy S340 multi-cam security kits</a>, and more. </p> <p>Head below for other New Green Deals we’ve found today and, of course, <a href="https://electrek.co/best-electric-vehicle-prices/"><em>Electrek</em>’s best EV buying </a>and <a href="https://electrek.co/best-electric-vehicle-leases/">leasing deals</a>. Also, check out the new <a href="https://electrek.co/shop/"><em>Electrek</em> Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories</a>.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/02/11/tenways-ago-x-all-terrain-mid-drive-e-bike-autel-50a-smart-ai-ev-charger-jackery-more/#more-455233">more…</a>

<p>Energy and temperature solutions provider Aggreko has completed solar projects on two service centers &#8212; a 100-kW system in St. Louis, Missouri, and an 87.3-kW system in Bridgeport, New Jersey. The two solar installations will reduce Aggreko&#8217;s grid power usage. The St. Louis solar panels provide about 40% of the service center&#8217;s annual electricity needs,&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/02/aggreko-finishes-solar-projects-on-two-us-service-centers/">Aggreko finishes solar projects on two US service centers</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/11/All-solid-state-EV-batteries-China.jpeg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1400" /></div><p>China will release a standard for <a href="https://electrek.co/guides/solid-state-batteries/">solid-state EV batteries</a> later this year as several automakers begin testing the new battery tech in vehicles.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/02/11/solid-state-ev-battery-standard-china-2026/#more-455229">more…</a>

<p>Eight thousand new EV chargers will be installed in Canada at a cost of $84 million. At the moment, Canada has about 35,000 public EV chargers. Canada also supports the transition to zero-emissions vehicles with EV incentives and the country has huge sustainable transition goals, as stated here: &#8220;To help ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/02/11/8000-new-ev-chargers-to-be-installed-in-canada/">8,000 New EV Chargers To Be Installed In Canada</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>SolarEdge Technologies is partnering with WeaveGrid, a grid software provider for electric utilities, to support residential battery systems in utility grid programs. This will expand WeaveGrid&#8217;s Distribution-Integrated System Capacity Orchestration, which was originally designed to manage EV charging at scale. &#8220;As electrification accelerates, utilities need solutions that go beyond managing a single asset type,&#8221; said&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/02/solaredge-partners-with-weavegrid-to-expand-utility-support-for-vpps/">SolarEdge partners with WeaveGrid to expand utility support for VPPs</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

<p>The endangerment finding is about to be removed from official US policy, thanks to the tireless efforts of hard core activists. </p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/02/11/the-four-people-at-the-center-of-the-endangerment-finding-storm-in-the-us/">The Four People At The Center Of The Endangerment Finding Storm In The US</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2024/04/Tesla-Cybertruck-Powershare-installation.jpg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1600" /></div><p>Tesla has launched its first vehicle-to-grid (V2G) program in the United States, starting in select Texas markets. The “Powershare Grid Support” program allows Cybertruck owners to discharge their truck’s massive 123 kWh battery, equivalent to roughly nine Powerwalls, back to the grid during high-demand events and earn bill credits in return.</p> <p>The announcement, made by Tesla Energy on social media, marks a significant milestone for a company that has been promising bidirectional charging capabilities for years but has consistently delayed delivering them across its vehicle lineup.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/02/11/tesla-launches-cybertruck-v2g-program-texas-earning-money-truck-battery-pack/#more-455231">more…</a>

<p>A longstanding federal research laboratory supporting national renewable energy deployment has laid off more than 100 people for the second time in less than a year. The National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) reportedly laid off 134 people this week. This latest round of layoffs comes nine months after another 114 employees were cut from&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/02/national-laboratory-of-the-rockies-formerly-nrel-lays-off-134-people/">National Laboratory of the Rockies (formerly NREL) lays off 134 people</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

<p>When Lucid Motors announced plans to build its first manufacturing facility outside the United States in 2022, the move was framed as both symbolic and strategic. The plant in King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC) would not only become Saudi Arabia’s first car factory, but also a cornerstone of the kingdom’s ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/02/11/lucid-is-finishing-a-greenfield-ev-plant-for-the-next-phase-of-global-manufacturing/">Lucid Is Finishing A Greenfield EV Plant For The Next Phase Of Global Manufacturing</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>BYD recently announced the revised Atto 3 EVO in Europe, ahead of its official release in China. While there is no official pricing yet, deliveries are expected soon, with the car already appearing on the website. Cosmetically, the changes are minor, and we have already seen many of them in ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/02/11/byd-launches-rwd-awd-atto-3-evo-in-europe-first/">BYD Launches RWD &#038; AWD Atto 3 EVO In Europe First</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>German energy storage and virtual power plant (VPP) firm sonnen and partner company SOLRITE Energy are taking their latest energy innovation to the Texas energy grid in the form of... <a class="view-article" href="https://solarbuildermag.com/batteries/solrite-energy-sonnen-to-launch-battery-only-vpp-in-texas/">View Article</a></p> <p>-- Solar Builder magazine</p>

Startup NineDot Energy just raised $431 million to build batteries in New York City’s vacant nooks and crannies — an endeavor that will help the metropolis fend off looming electricity shortages. The debt financing announced Monday will support the Brooklyn firm’s plan to develop 28 battery projects totaling 494…

<p>Equipment dealer Intellirent has opened a new regional service center in Phoenix, Arizona. As projects across the power, utility, industrial and infrastructure sectors continue to grow in scope and complexity, Intellirent says it is focused on aligning its services with how customers operate in the field. Establishing a local presence in the Southwest allows Intellirent&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/02/intellirent-opens-regional-service-center-in-phoenix/">Intellirent opens regional service center in Phoenix</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

<p>We handpick and explain the most important stories at the intersection of climate, land, food...</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.carbonbrief.org/cropped-11-february-2026-aftershocks-of-us-withdrawals-biodiversity-and-business-risks-deep-sea-mining-tensions/">Cropped 11 February 2026: Aftershocks of US withdrawals | Biodiversity and business risks | Deep-sea mining tensions</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.carbonbrief.org">Carbon Brief</a>.</p>

Hungary has opened applications for a program offering up to HUF 2.5 million ($7,820) per household to support residential battery storage, prioritizing grid-exporting solar users and small rural settlements.

<p>New England-based solar manufacturer Solect Energy has published a checklist to help commercial property owners assess their buildings for long-term solar investment. Outlining &#8220;key physical and electrical characteristics,&#8221; the checklist... <a class="view-article" href="https://solarbuildermag.com/products/solect-energy-releases-commercial-solar-readiness-checklist/">View Article</a></p> <p>-- Solar Builder magazine</p>

Brazil’s electricity regulator has approved March reserve capacity auctions for thermal and hydro plants with more than 125 GW registered, while guidelines for a separate battery storage auction remain pending even as over 20 GW of projects are under development.

El primer mes del año solo se anunciaron cinco operaciones en el sector energético en la Península Ibérica, según los datos recopilados por iDeals-M&#38;A Community. <b>pv magazine</b> publica el listado completo.

<p>AES Indiana has installed a solar and storage system outside the Petersburg Generating Station, a 2-GW coal-fired plant that is transitioning to natural gas. The 250-MW solar and 180-MWh storage Petersburg Energy Center is now online in the utility territory. The solar and storage system is replacing two of the coal-powered units that began operation&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/02/solar-storage-project-comes-online-in-shadow-of-indiana-coal-fired-plant/">Solar + storage project comes online in shadow of Indiana coal-fired plant</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

Karnataka Renewable Energy Development Ltd. (KREDL)) has issued a letter of award to Pace Digitek for a 250 MW solar project with a 250 MW, 1.1 GWh battery energy storage system (BESS) at Pavagada Solar Park in Karnataka, India, with an interim tariff of INR 5.51 ($0.061)/kWh adopted by the Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission.

El fabricante chino presenta en España su nueva serie de inversores híbridos trifásicos con potencias comprendidas entre 80 kW y 100 kW. Cuentan con ocho MPPT con una corriente de entrada de hasta 42 A.

<p>SOLRITE Energy has established a new virtual power plant (VPP) offer in the Texas ERCOT market with sonnen. Up to 60 kWh of sonnen energy storage per home can be included on the VPP agreement (VPA), receiving a 12¢ per kWh “all-in” retail energy rate, all for a $20 per month fee. The SOLRITE sonnen Battery&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/02/solrite-energy-sonnen-vpp-offers-texas-battery-owners-with-12%c2%a2-kwh-rate/">SOLRITE Energy + sonnen VPP offers Texas battery owners a 12¢/kWh rate</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

We forecast that production of petroleum and other liquids will continue to exceed global demand, which results in Brent crude oil prices falling from an average of $69 per barrel (b) in 2025 to $58/b in 2026 and $53/b in 2027. Crude oil prices tend to decrease as global petroleum stocks increase. Persistently high implied global oil inventory builds in the near-term are putting downward pressure on crude oil prices despite heightened uncertainty around the volume of crude oil exports from Russia and Venezuela.