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<p>The two solar projects form part of a wider joint venture between Masdar and Montenegro's national power utility that is aiming to develop 2 GW of large-scale renewables in the country.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.pv-magazine.com/2026/07/29/masdar-montenegrin-utility-to-build-150-mw-of-solar/">Masdar, Montenegrin utility to build 150 MW of solar</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.pv-magazine.com">pv magazine Global</a>.</p>

The Trump administration seems to be doing all it can to give the coal industry everything it wants. Those efforts may not succeed, but they could keep the dying industry on life support, and soak U.S. citizens with the financial and environmental costs of doing so — unless legal challenges compel it to change…

Indiana — a state with a long history of coal mining and coal-fired power — has started undergoing a clean energy transition in recent years. It was among the top three states for solar installation last year, and more than a dozen coal plants have closed since 2010. But the state government’s eager embrace of data…

El Ayuntamiento de Hernani licita una planta de 71,20 m² sobre soportes prefabricados de hormigón, con cinco captadores en serie y un acumulador de 5.000 litros para cubrir los 240 kWh diarios de demanda de ACS en verano. El proyecto está dotado con un presupuesto de 128.126 euros.

La compañía ha impulsado avances significativos en proyectos estratégicos para reforzar el sistema eléctrico y acelerar el proceso de descarbonización.

La eléctrica valoró el último Real Decreto aprobado ayer, que permitirá elevar significativamente el límite de inversión en la red de distribución.

<p>The device was fabricated using a p–i–n architecture with a solution-processed tin oxide buffer layer that shields the perovskite from damage during room-temperature indium tin oxide sputtering. The team optimized the transparent rear electrode and integrated the best-performing cell into a four-terminal perovskite/silicon tandem device.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.pv-magazine.com/2026/07/29/polish-scientists-build-21-87-semi-transparent-perovskite-cell-for-tandem-applications/">Polish scientists build 21.87% semi-transparent perovskite PV cell for tandem applications</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.pv-magazine.com">pv magazine Global</a>.</p>

Neoen Australia has commenced construction of a 227MW/907MWh grid-forming battery storage system in South Australia.

NEM-wide battery price spreads fell 85% in a single year to average AU$51/MWh (US$35/MWh) in Q2 2026, according to AEMO.

Quinbrook has completed construction and commenced commercial operations at Stage 2 of its Supernode BESS in Australia.

<p>After less than 2 years in operation, the chosen distributor of Xpeng vehicles in Australia, True EV, has gone into administration. Currently, only one Xpeng model is available — the G6. There is a lot of “he said, she said” in the media, and the matter is before the courts ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/28/xpeng-back-in-the-drivers-seat-in-australia/">Xpeng Back in the Driver&#8217;s Seat in Australia</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>Airports, Governments, Communities, and Aviation Sector Can Chart Their Readiness for Next-Generation Air Mobility Advanced air mobility (AAM) is rapidly moving from concept to reality. Flying taxis are no longer a figment of “Jetsons”&#8211;style science fiction—they are preparing to cross American skies, joined by planes that can take off and ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/28/new-advanced-air-mobility-framework-helps-industry-prepare-for-future-of-flight/">New Advanced Air Mobility Framework Helps Industry Prepare for Future of Flight</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>Puget Sound Energy’s proposal seeks major rate increases and costly new gas infrastructure. SEATTLE — Climate, environmental, and social justice organizations filed testimony today urging the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission (UTC) to reduce the proposed rate hike from Washington’s largest utility and hold it accountable to meet the state’s ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/28/families-want-lower-costs-less-pollution-public-interest-groups-push-washingtons-largest-utility-to-lower-rate-increases-and-meet-clean-energy-laws/">Families Want Lower Costs &#038; Less Pollution: Public Interest Groups Push Washington’s Largest Utility to Lower Rate Increases and Meet Clean Energy Laws</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>Indiana — Governor Braun has released an executive order to extend Indiana coal plants as Big Tech continues to propose new AI data center projects to the state. Braun’s executive order directs the state’s Secretary of Energy and Natural Resources to look for opportunities to reopen retired coal plants or prevent ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/28/gov-brauns-executive-order-moves-to-throw-a-lifeline-to-coal-plants-to-power-data-centers/">Gov. Braun’s Executive Order Moves to Throw a Lifeline to Coal Plants to Power Data Centers</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>First Authorized Data Center on Public Lands Would Harm Environment, Local Community LAS VEGAS — The Center for Biological Diversity and the Sierra Club Toiyabe Chapter today filed an administrative appeal challenging federal approval of the Townsite Data Center in Boulder City, Nevada. The 167-megawatt data center, proposed by Skylar Capital Management, was ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/28/appeal-challenges-public-lands-data-center-in-nevada/">Appeal Challenges Public Lands Data Center in Nevada</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>Buick is coming out with an awesome new electric vehicle, the Electra 7. It comes with more than 700 km (435 miles) of range, and it can recharge 450 km (280 miles) in 10 minutes. Forget about range anxiety. Forget about charging anxiety. This can run for days and can ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/28/awesome-new-buick-ev-electra-l7/">Awesome New Buick EV — Electra L7!</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/3/2026/07/Kia-vehicles-upgrade-Pleos.jpeg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1400" /></div><p class="wp-block-paragraph">Starting next year, <a href="https://electrek.co/guides/kia/">Kia</a> will begin launching vehicles equipped with Hyundai’s new high-tech infotainment system.</p>

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/07/198788C5-D333-45B5-A8D9-A302EAA9AF7Dgmp-2023-1215-045.jpg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1600" /></div><p class="wp-block-paragraph">Green Mountain Power’s virtual power plant (VPP) – the state’s largest energy source – cut an estimated $6 million from all customers’ peak electricity costs during Vermont’s early July heat wave.</p>

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/04/Tesla-Robotaxi-hero.webp?w=1498" /></div><p class="wp-block-paragraph">A former Tesla manager who ran the company’s “Full Self-Driving” test fleet in Houston says the operation was so understaffed that its cars became “rolling hazards on public streets,” according to a lawsuit.</p> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">The manager, Javier Medrano, filed the wrongful-termination complaint in Houston federal court, and its contents were reported this week. He oversaw the fleet before Tesla launched its driverless “Robotaxi” in the city.</p>

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/07/trike-rover-header.jpg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1600" /></div><p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you’ve spent any time in a city with shared micromobility, you’ve probably seen fleets of rental e-bikes and e-scooters waiting on street corners. But one company is betting that the next evolution of shared transportation isn’t just another bike or scooter – it’s an electric trike.</p>

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/07/Mercedes-GLA-EV-leaks.jpeg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1400" /></div><p class="wp-block-paragraph">The GLA is the smallest, most affordable SUV <a href="https://electrek.co/guides/mercedes-benz/">Mercedes-Benz</a> offers. Ahead of its debut on July 29, the first image of the all-new GLA EV leaked online.</p>

<p>I&#8217;m traveling around Cape Cod, Massachusetts this week. It&#8217;s part of a quest to learn how other communities outside my permanent Florida residence are looking ahead to a clean energy and nature-based future. Cape Cod is geographically rare. It is a constantly changing peninsula, altered by winds, ocean currents, climate, ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/28/what-is-cape-cod-doing-to-secure-its-energy-independence-and-protect-its-natural-resources/">What Is Cape Cod Doing To Secure Its Energy Independence And Protect Its Natural Resources?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>Costco Wholesale&#8217;s distribution center in Port St. Lucie, Florida is completely off the Sunshine State&#8217;s electrical grid as of July 28, according to officials from energy solutions firm Trinity Energy.... <a class="view-article" href="https://solarbuildermag.com/projects/trinity-energy-project-takes-florida-costco-distribution-center-off-grid/">View Article</a></p> <p>-- Solar Builder magazine</p>

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/06/IMG_E3923-e1782161892390.jpeg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1400" /></div><p class="wp-block-paragraph">Saudi billionaire Prince Alwaleed bin Talal has disclosed a 5% stake in Lucid Group, and the market read it as a fresh vote of Saudi confidence in the cash-strapped EV maker.</p> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">Lucid (LCID) shares jumped as much as 25% on Tuesday after the filing surfaced, even though the disclosure itself is passive and mostly a technical formality.</p>

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/07/Greenworks-Camplux-meross-Worx-GDs-FI.jpg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1600" /></div><p class="wp-block-paragraph">Our Tuesday Green Deals this week are all about home maintenance and improvements, led by the <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/07/28/greenworks-80v-crossovert-30-inch-cordless-riding-mower-4x-batteries-turbo-charger/">$1,200 savings on Greenworks’ 80V CrossoverT 30-inch Cordless Electric Riding Mower</a> that comes with 4x 6.0Ah batteries and a 600W turbo wall charger at a <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/07/28/greenworks-80v-crossovert-30-inch-cordless-riding-mower-4x-batteries-turbo-charger/">new $2,500 low</a>. Next, we have <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/07/27/camplux-8kw-tankless-electric-water-heater-153-low-3-5kw-to-27kw-from-108/">3.5kW to 27kW Camplux Tankless Electric Water Heaters</a> at some of their lowest 2026 prices <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/07/27/camplux-8kw-tankless-electric-water-heater-153-low-3-5kw-to-27kw-from-108/">starting from $108</a>, as well as the <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/07/27/meross-2-zone-wi-fi-apple-home-smart-water-timer-80-low/">meross 2-Zone Wi-Fi Smart Water Timer at its $80 low</a>. There are also amazing chances to score savings for Worx’s popular 13A Electric Leaf Mulcher, the Aerocart 8-in-1 Yard Cart, EGO’s 56V 5.0Ah Battery, and more. As always, you can find all the hangover deals from this week down at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/07/27/bluetti-3014wh-elite-300-power-station-dual-charger-2-exclusive-new-1329-low-more/">Bluetti exclusive roadtrip-ready power station deals</a> (with new lows), the <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/07/24/heybike-cityscape-2-0-commuter-e-bike-launch-899/">launch deal on Heybike’s CityScape 2.0 e-bike</a>, and more. </p> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">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>