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The Port of Newcastle has become the first port in New South Wales, Australia, to be approved to safely store grid-scale lithium-ion battery storage systems.

<p>Electricity demand is rising. Prices are climbing. And America needs more power, fast. The good news is solar and storage are delivering. Across the country, from California to Texas to the Midwest, the industry is breaking records at a pace that would have seemed unimaginable just a few years ago. ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/16/6-records-solar-storage-have-crushed-in-the-first-half-of-2026/">6 Records Solar &#038; Storage Have Crushed in the First Half of 2026</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>Beijing, 16 July – China now operates the world’s largest battery energy storage fleet, and new analysis from Ember shows there is still headroom to do more with it. Used to its full potential, China’s utility-scale batteries could have shifted an additional 23 TWh of clean electricity in 2025 to the hours when ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/16/chinas-batteries-move-beyond-capacity-scale-up-utility-scale-storage-could-have-shifted-23-twh-more-clean-power-in-2025/">China’s Batteries Move Beyond Capacity Scale-up: Utility-Scale Storage Could Have Shifted 23 TWh More Clean Power in 2025</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>NLR Laboratory Director Jud Virden Signs Partnership Agreements at Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference in Anchorage The National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) signed two new memorandums of understanding (MOUs) on May 19 that aim to increase research and innovation in critical minerals, energy, and buildings in Alaska and the Arctic. ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/16/new-partnerships-with-state-of-alaska-university-of-alaska-fairbanks-expand-on-critical-minerals-energy-innovation/">New Partnerships With State of Alaska &#038; University of Alaska Fairbanks Expand on Critical Minerals &#038; Energy Innovation</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>Continuing my series on the 75th edition of the Statistical Review of World Energy from the Energy Institute, we&#8217;ve got another fascinating chart and graph today that I want to build on. Here are the paired graphics: The graphics above show that there were two big oil shocks and price spikes ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/16/is-a-double-shock-what-will-really-change-auto-purchasing-oil-use-again/">Is A Double-Shock What Will Really Change Auto Purchasing &#038; Oil Use Again?</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/TEsla-bike.png?w=1422" /></div><p class="wp-block-paragraph">Tesla fans have spent years begging the company to build an e-bike. Tesla just launched a bike — and it has no motor, no pedals, and it’s for toddlers.</p> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">The new “Balance Bike for Kids” sells for $225 on Tesla’s online shop, and it’s aimed at children aged 2 to 5.</p>

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/07/BMW-iX4-GT-SUV-2.jpeg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1400" /></div><p class="wp-block-paragraph">The 2027 iX4 is set to join <a href="https://electrek.co/guides/bmw/">BMW’s</a> electric vehicle lineup soon, bringing a unique new look to the family. Ahead of its debut, the 2027 BMW iX4 was spotted on the road in Germany.</p>

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2016/03/img_1665-e1457955946161.jpg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1600" /></div><p class="wp-block-paragraph">Tesla shareholders have flooded the company’s Q2 2026 earnings Q&amp;A portal with questions, and the most-upvoted ones tell a bleak story: retail investors are now demanding that Elon Musk explain why the company keeps missing its own short-term goals.</p> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">The tone has shifted from asking about Tesla’s grand vision to asking why almost none of it is showing up on schedule — on robotaxi, “Full Self-Driving,” and Optimus.</p>

<p>Sarah Inskeep Talks Supply Chains for Energy Technologies—and One NLR Model That Brings Them Together When you plug in your phone or laptop, do you ever think about the wires that carry the electricity to the battery? Okay, now what about the powerlines, transformers, and substations that move the electricity ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/16/from-mine-to-megawatt-how-nlr-is-securing-critical-mineral-supply-chains-for-the-power-grid/">From Mine to Megawatt: How NLR Is Securing Critical Mineral Supply Chains for the Power Grid</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>Partnership With Xcel Energy Reveals Solutions To Meet Needs of and Avoid Unnecessary Expenses for Grid Customers. As demand for electricity in the United States grows and evolves, utilities need to continually analyze whether distribution infrastructure is up to the task. Strain on the power grid can risk transformer overloads ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/16/smart-energy-management-research-could-unlock-grid-flexibility-cost-savings/">Smart Energy Management Research Could Unlock Grid Flexibility &#038; Cost Savings</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>To Shoot for the Moon, Lab Researchers Must First Learn How To Fail on Earth NLR Senior Energy Storage Engineer Matthew Keyser holds a sheet of copper discs, one of the metals that comprise the internal short-circuit device recently recognized by NASA’s 2025 Invention of the Year Award. Photo by ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/16/nlr-battery-innovation-awarded-nasas-invention-of-the-year-2/">NLR Battery Innovation Awarded NASA’s Invention of the Year</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-EV2-Long-Range.jpeg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1400" /></div><p class="wp-block-paragraph">The <a href="https://electrek.co/guides/kia-ev2/">Kia EV2</a> is now available with a larger battery providing up to 281 miles of driving range, plus a few new trim options.</p>

<p>By Ray Wills and Peter Newman If the electric car was the opening chapter of China’s transport transition, battery-electric heavy trucks are the next — and it is now moving from promise to industrial reality. And this is happening inside the fastest energy transition in human history. For global oil, ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/16/chinas-electric-truck-moment-has-arrived-and-its-about-to-hit-global-diesel-demand/">China’s Electric Truck Moment Has Arrived — And It’s About To Hit Global Diesel Demand</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>Emergent Solar Energy has completed nine on-site solar projects for Handsome Brook Farms, a producer of organic pasture-raised and free-range eggs. Jessica Coslow, director of pasture management at Handsome Brook Farms, said, “Handsome Brook Farms is investing in the long-term success and resilience of our network of family farmers. Our brand has always been centered around supporting&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/07/emergent-solar-installs-nine-on-farm-solar-projects-for-organic-egg-farms/">Emergent Solar installs nine on-farm solar projects for organic egg farms</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

<p>Sol Systems will soon start construction on a 123-MWAC solar portfolio in Illinois after successfully closing on financing. These projects will be built in Knox, Tazewell and Peoria Counties on more than 900 acres. &#8220;This milestone reflects our ability to move high-quality projects from development into construction with the capital structure, execution discipline and partner&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/07/sol-systems-developing-123-mw-solar-portfolio-in-illinois/">Sol Systems developing 123-MW solar portfolio in Illinois</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/3/2026/07/Xpeng-L03-hero-shot.png?w=1600" /></div><p class="wp-block-paragraph">Xpeng launched its new L03 electric SUV-coupe in Europe this week with a starting price of €34,990 — undercutting the Tesla Model Y by roughly €3,400 in Germany and by around $10,000 in Norway.</p> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">The pricing puts a well-equipped 4.65-meter electric SUV directly under Tesla’s best-seller in its highest-volume segment, and deliveries start in the fourth quarter.</p>

<p>It is slowly dawning on people that all this hysteria about artificial intelligence and the data centers needed to support it may not be a good thing. In particular, its effect on impressionable young people is setting off alarm bells. The UK this week announced a number of new protections ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/16/data-data-everywhere-and-not-a-byte-to-think/">Data, Data Everywhere And Not A Byte To Think</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/Segway-EcoFlow-Tapo-EGO-GDs-FI.jpg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1600" /></div><p class="wp-block-paragraph">Leading today’s Green Deals are a <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/07/15/segway-50-mile-max-g3-e-scooter-1000-low/">special promotion on Segway’s Max G3 Electric Scooter at a $1,000 2026 low</a> for members (sign-up is free). Right behind it, we have an <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/07/16/ecoflow-flash-sale-dual-bundles-power-stations-expansion-batteries-more-from-879/">EcoFlow flash sale</a> that is offering double bundles of power stations, expansion batteries, and more – <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/07/16/ecoflow-flash-sale-dual-bundles-power-stations-expansion-batteries-more-from-879/">all starting from $879</a>. There’s also the <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/07/15/three-tapo-solarcam-1080p-outdoor-wireless-security-cameras-120-low/">Tapo SolarCam 1080p Outdoor Wireless Security Camera 3-pack at its $120 low</a> that was last seen during Prime Day, as well as <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/07/15/ego-26-inch-cordless-electric-hedge-trimmer-new-195-amazon-low/">EGO’s 56V 26-inch Cordless Electric Hedge Trimmer</a> with a 2.5Ah battery at a <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/07/15/ego-26-inch-cordless-electric-hedge-trimmer-new-195-amazon-low/">new $195 Amazon low</a>, and some additional deals waiting for you below. As always, you can find all the hangover deals from this week down at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Wellbots Day 13th Anniversary exclusive savings on collections of <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/07/15/wellbots-13th-anniversary-ecoflow-4096wh-delta-pro-3-power-station-2261-more/">EcoFlow</a> and <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/07/15/wellbots-13th-anniversary-exclusive-jackery-power-station-savings-from-95/">Jackery</a> power stations that ends tonight, 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>

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/09/Honda-Prologue-20000-off.jpeg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1400" /></div><p class="wp-block-paragraph">The <a href="https://electrek.co/guides/honda-prologue/">Honda Prologue</a> is still among America’s top 10 best-selling electric vehicles, but it won’t be for much longer.</p>

<p>The 37-kWh battery (net) provides a range suitable for everyday use of up to 334 km (WLTP); the attractive entry-level model is designed for urban traffic and typical commuting routes Output stages with 85 kW (116 PS) and 99 kW (135 PS) are now available to order, with DC charging from 10 to ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/16/the-all-new-vw-id-polo-now-available-with-37-kwh-battery-affordable-entry-into-electric-mobility/">The All-New VW ID. Polo Now Available with 37-kWh Battery — Affordable Entry into Electric Mobility</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/Volvo-EX60-first-deliveries.jpeg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1400" /></div><p class="wp-block-paragraph">The EX60 is a true “game changer” for the <a href="https://electrek.co/guides/volvo/">Volvo</a> brand, with the first customer deliveries now underway.</p>

<p>In response to rising utility bills around the U.S., Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger has signed the Switch Together energy affordability initiative into law for the commonwealth. Touted as &#8220;first in... <a class="view-article" href="https://solarbuildermag.com/policy/gov-spanberger-approves-switch-together-solar-affordability-program/">View Article</a></p> <p>-- Solar Builder magazine</p>

<p>Gibraltar Industries is exiting the renewable energy market and selling the solar racking and foundation business Terrasmart to competitor Unirac. Terrasmart is a turnkey solar structures and installation company. It manufactures racking and foundations for ground-mounted solar systems, including ground screws designed to work in tricky soil conditions, and fixed-tilt racking and single-axis solar trackers.&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/07/gibraltar-sells-terrasmart-racking-business-to-unirac-for-5-million/">Gibraltar sells Terrasmart racking business to Unirac for $5 million</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/3/2026/07/chip-motors-luv-street.jpg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1600" /></div><p class="wp-block-paragraph">Miami-based startup Chip Motors has unveiled Chip, an electric “life utility vehicle” that starts at $15,000 and tops out at 25 mph.</p> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">The boxy, open-air four-seater is a low-speed vehicle aimed at short daily trips, and it lands in one of the fastest-growing corners of the EV market.</p>

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/07/Xpeng-google-inegration-hero.jpeg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1600" /></div><p class="wp-block-paragraph">XPeng used the global launch of its new L03 in Munich to announce that the electric SUV coupe is the first vehicle from any Asia-Pacific automaker to ship with Google Maps’ Auto SDK built in.</p> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">The integration replaces XPeng’s overseas navigation stack with Google Maps data and, more importantly, feeds map data into its NGP and XPILOT ASSIST driver-assistance systems outside China.</p>