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<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2024/07/Rhizome_Wildfires-1.jpg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1600" /></div><p class="wp-block-paragraph">The latest dumb, hypocritical “idea” to come out of the idiot running the US into the ground could actually set the precedent we need to solve climate change. Hear me out for a minute.</p>

<p>The second quarter of 2026 saw plugin EVs at 98.1% share in Norway, up from 96.7% in Q2 2025. BEV share grew year on year (YoY), and PHEV share declined. Overall Q2 auto volume was 46,221 units, up some 5% YoY. The Tesla Model Y was the best-selling BEV in ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/18/evs-at-98-3-share-in-norway-tesla-model-y-leads/">EVs At 98.3% Share In Norway — Tesla Model Y Leads</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>The new EZ1-LV dual microinverter delivers 900 VA of continuous AC output, features integrated safety relays, and offers direct-to-socket plug-and-play installation for non-rooftop residential solar projects.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.pv-magazine.com/2026/07/18/apsystems-introduces-plug-in-microinverter-for-u-s-balcony-and-diy-solar-markets/">APsystems introduces plug-in microinverter for U.S. balcony solar</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.pv-magazine.com">pv magazine Global</a>.</p>

<p>An expert from Kiwa PI Berlin recommends installing batteries in thermally stable locations, ensuring proper ventilation, following manufacturer guidelines, and using certified equipment to reduce heat-related risks. During heatwaves, shifting daytime electricity consumption to direct solar use can help limit battery stress and prevent overheating.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.pv-magazine.com/2026/07/18/how-to-protect-residential-batteries-from-heat-waves/">How to protect residential batteries from heat waves</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.pv-magazine.com">pv magazine Global</a>.</p>

<p>This week Women in Solar+ Europe gives voice to Floriane de Brabandère. Founding President of the French National Solar Energy Federation (FNES). She says Inclusion is also about providing people with the practical means to succeed. "You cannot retain talent that is poorly equipped," she states. </p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.pv-magazine.com/2026/07/18/inclusion-has-to-move-beyond-good-intentions-and-symbolic-actions/">&#8216;Inclusion has to move beyond good intentions and symbolic actions&#8217;</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.pv-magazine.com">pv magazine Global</a>.</p>

<p>An innovative startup is leveraging agentic artificial intelligence to dismantle the massive soft costs and high-pressure sales tactics that have long burdened the U.S. residential solar market.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.pv-magazine.com/2026/07/18/an-ex-nrel-scientist-is-using-ai-to-bypass-high-pressure-solar-sales-reps/">New AI tool brings transparency to the solar buying process</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.pv-magazine.com">pv magazine Global</a>.</p>

<p>India's journey from an import-dependent country to an integrated global solar manufacturer is an example of how a nation can assure its self-sufficiency not only in the energy sector but also become a vital pillar of the global green economy.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.pv-magazine.com/2026/07/18/from-import-dependence-to-global-competitiveness-indias-solar-manufacturing-story/">From import dependence to global competitiveness: India’s solar manufacturing story</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.pv-magazine.com">pv magazine Global</a>.</p>

<p>What has a decade of disruption taught us about Australia's energy future? Eight years of GenCost shows how technology trends and global events are influencing the transition to low-emissions electricity.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.pv-magazine.com/2026/07/18/gencost-at-eight-how-a-decade-of-disruption-reshaped-the-future-of-australias-energy-system/">GenCost at Eight: how a decade of disruption reshaped the future of Australia’s energy system</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.pv-magazine.com">pv magazine Global</a>.</p>

<p>In the light of recent announcements, CleanTechnica readers may like to revisit the analysis and predictions made by Dr Paul Wildman and myself about incumbent Western automakers (and, yes, we include the Japanese in that also). You can read and/or reread about Toyota circling the drain here, about the loss ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/17/endgame-the-decline-fall-of-the-western-automotive-industry/">Endgame: The Decline &#038; Fall of the Western Automotive Industry</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

Los investigadores descubrieron que el cambio climático podría aumentar los fallos energéticos hasta en un 500 % para 2050 si no se tienen en cuenta las condiciones climáticas futuras al planificar la ubicación de las instalaciones.

Las compañías Onyx Solar y Strunor han alcanzado la excelencia en seguridad con su vidrio fotovoltaico para las fachadas de nuevos edificios.

Según el Departamento de Estado de EEUU el acuerdo "marca un hito importante para la región y para las relaciones entre Siria e Irak".

La asociación destacó que es "especialmente positivo" que se adopten medidas para reforzar el sistema frente a situaciones de impago.

La cifra destaca el predominio estructural de las energías limpias en Latinoamérica a pesar de las fluctuaciones climáticas que afectaron la generación hidroeléctrica.

El descuento en el diésel se reforzará con un descuento adicional de 6 céntimos, que, con impuestos incluidos, ascenderá a 7,4 céntimos, mientras que en la gasolina, el descuento será de 4,6 céntimos por litro, lo que supone 5,7 céntimos con impuestos incluidos.

La batería alcanzó una eficiencia culómbica del 99,94 %.

Un estudio de Foro Regulación Inteligente sostiene que el debate energético ya no puede centrarse únicamente en la reducción de emisiones.

El precio para el barril de petróleo West Texas Intermediate (WTI), de referencia para Estados Unidos, alcanzaba los 82,15 dólares, con un encarecimiento durante el día del 4%.

El Estudio Motor 2026 del Observatorio Cetelem refleja un cambio claro en el comprador español a la hora de elegir un coche y este factor ha desbancado a la precio.

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/07/BMW-i3-Touring-first-look.jpeg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1400" /></div><p class="wp-block-paragraph">After the sedan version launched last month, the new <a href="https://electrek.co/guides/bmw-i3/">BMW i3 Touring</a> was captured for the first time with its wagon tail on display.</p>

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2017/12/business_card-1.jpg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1600" /></div><p class="wp-block-paragraph">In the <a href="https://electrek.co/guides/electrek-podcast/">Electrek Podcast</a>, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla shareholders potentially starting to wake up, Xpeng targeting the European market, VW going cheaper with its EVs, and more.</p> <figure class="wp-block-audio"><audio controls="controls" src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/07/Electrek_446.mp3"></audio></figure>

<p>Vermeer has unveiled a new material transporter aimed at improving efficiency and safety on ground-mount solar projects. The new MT500 automates the pile layout process to offer accurate and repeatable... <a class="view-article" href="https://solarbuildermag.com/projects/vermeer-mt500-automates-pile-shakeout-process-on-solar-jobsites/">View Article</a></p> <p>-- Solar Builder magazine</p>

This analysis and news roundup come from the Canary Media Weekly newsletter. Sign up to get it every Friday. Pretty much every type of energy is getting more expensive in the U.S., but clean energy is still a better bet than fossil fuels. That’s the topline from investment bank Lazard’s latest annual report on…

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/04/Toyota-bZ-EV-range-4.jpeg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1400" /></div><p class="wp-block-paragraph"><a href="https://electrek.co/guides/toyota/">Toyota’s</a> new bZ electric SUV is nearly outselling the Prius this year. With an extra $3,000 off if you trade in your old EV in California, it might be worth checking out.</p>

<p>The commonwealth of Pennsylvania&#8217;s Solar for Schools grant program has been renewed for a third straight year, according to officials from the Pennsylvania House Democrats Caucus. Coming as part of... <a class="view-article" href="https://solarbuildermag.com/policy/pennsylvania-renews-solar-for-schools-program-with-increased-funding/">View Article</a></p> <p>-- Solar Builder magazine</p>