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<p>Negotiations on Net-Zero Framework postponed until the autumn, but appetite for green measures remains. Negotiations at the International Maritime Organization (IMO) have ended with the Net Zero Framework (NZF) intact, despite a week of pressure and delay tactics from the United States. While the US and its allies successfully pushed ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/05/01/un-shipping-deal-lives-to-fight-another-day-as-us-fails-to-derail-negotiations/">UN Shipping Deal Lives to Fight Another Day, as US Fails to Derail Negotiations</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>There&#8217;s been a lot of talk lately that Tesla may well end up merging with SpaceX, and with both companies shifting more and more toward AI and its supportive infrastructure, perhaps that is now Elon Musk&#8217;s big plan. Of course, both Tesla and SpaceX have built their fortunes on other ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/05/01/tesla-got-573-million-from-spacex-and-xai-in-2025/">Tesla Got $573 Million from SpaceX and xAI in 2025</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>The proliferation of large, premium SUVs was a major theme of Auto China, also known as the Beijing Auto Show. However, there were also a number of impressive performance cars at the show. While this might not be what many people have traditionally associated with the Chinese market, sports cars ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/05/01/sporty-cars-outshine-subcompacts-at-the-beijing-auto-show/">Sporty Cars Outshine Subcompacts At The Beijing Auto Show</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/3/2026/02/Tesla-Model-3.jpeg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1400" /></div><p>Tesla has launched a new Model 3 Premium RWD trim in Canada starting at just $39,490 CAD — a record-low price for the electric sedan in the country. The price, which converts to roughly $29,000 USD, is made possible by sourcing the vehicle from Giga Shanghai instead of Fremont, California.</p> <p>The move marks the first time Tesla is selling China-made vehicles in Canada since the country imposed a 100% tariff on Chinese EVs back in 2024 — and it creates a massive price gap with the Model 3 Performance.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/05/01/tesla-model-3-rwd-premium-canada-record-low-price-giga-shanghai/#more-465599">more…</a>

<p>Ending routine flaring is “one of the most immediate and cost-effective steps” to reduce emissions. Washington, DC — Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency released guidance that will allow oil and gas operators to continue routine flaring, a harmful practice that unnecessarily releases climate-warming methane and other dangerous pollutants into the air. ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/05/01/epa-says-oil-gas-operators-can-continue-to-flare-past-long-set-deadline/">EPA Says Oil &#038; Gas Operators Can Continue to Flare Past Long-Set Deadline</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

Petrobras atribuyó el resultado a la eficiencia operativa, pero especialmente a la expansión de sus operaciones en el presal.

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/05/Silicon-Ranch-Christiana-Solar-Farm-and-CattleTracker-web1-1024x682.jpg.jpg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1200" /></div><p>Silicon Ranch has brought something online commercially that you don’t see every day: a utility-scale solar farm where cattle graze under moving panels.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/05/01/solar-farm-lets-cattle-roam-under-moving-panels/#more-465586">more…</a>

Los metales recuperados pueden reutilizarse para fabricar nuevos materiales activos para baterías.

La inversión de BYD en I+D alcanzó unos 7.937 millones de euros, lo que supone un 7,89% de los ingresos operativos.

Con Ormuz bloqueado y en medio de las tensiones entre Estados Unidos e Irán, la salida de Emiratos queda en un segundo plano.

IdentiFlight opera en 16 países, con más de 580 torres instaladas que cubren 1.500 aerogeneradores en más de 64 parques eólicos.

Después de comparar tarifas eléctricas para viviendas medianas en Frankfurt y en Madrid, se puede concluir que la gran diferencia en el precio mayorista eléctrico se ve reflejada en las facturas que se pagan ambas ciudades.

El WTI bajó este viernes un 3%, hasta 101,94 dólares el barril, tras darse a conocer que Irán ha enviado a Estados Unidos una nueva propuesta de negociación.

"Quiero celebrarlo y rescatar que, definitivamente, este es el camino de las relaciones bilaterales", señaló la presidenta encargada de Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez.

El CEO de ExxonMobil se refirió a Venezuela como "un recurso inmenso que ahora se abre de forma más libre al mundo" durante una conferencia de resultados hoy con inversores.

El CEO de Chevron señaló que aún existen "interrogantes" respecto a las condiciones fiscales y a los mecanismos de resolución de disputas.

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/05/Kia-EV-sales-EV3-1.jpeg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1400" /></div><p>Kia is off to a record start in the US in 2026, led by strong demand for hybrid and electric vehicles. The three-row EV9 and EV6 gained momentum last month, but the EV3 will likely be <a href="https://electrek.co/guides/kia/">Kia’s</a> biggest hit yet.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/05/01/kias-ev-sales-gain-steam-launch-ev3/#more-465556">more…</a>

<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>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 Semi entering production, our Xpeng VLA 2.0 test drive, Rivian’s earnings, and more.</p> <figure class="wp-block-audio"><audio controls="controls" src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/05/ElectreK-434.mp3"></audio></figure> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/05/01/podcast-tesla-semi-is-here-xpeng-vla-2-0-test-drive-rivian-earnings-and-more/#more-465561">more…</a>

California regulators have denied utility Southern California Gas permission to collect $266 million from its customers to fund a sprawling hydrogen pipeline network it hopes to build across Southern and Central California. Environmental and consumer advocates are cheering the decision — and urging state policymakers…

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/vineyard-wind-1.jpg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1600" /></div><p>Massachusetts has activated long-term contracts for Vineyard Wind, the state’s first utility-scale offshore wind project. Officials say the move will stabilize prices for 20 years and cut a projected $1.4 billion from customer electricity bills over that period.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/05/01/1-4b-saved-massachusetts-locks-in-cheaper-offshore-wind-power/#more-465558">more…</a>

<p>Chicago-based solar software company Solesca has launched Engineering Mode, a new workflow program for commercial and ground-mount solar teams. The new software allows teams to take a project from preliminary... <a class="view-article" href="https://solarbuildermag.com/products/solesca-launches-new-engineering-mode-workflow-platform/">View Article</a></p> <p>-- Solar Builder magazine</p>

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/05/ENGWE-Lectric-Segway-Aventon-GDs-FI.jpg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1600" /></div><p>We’re closing out this week’s Green Deals with an EV-packed edition, starting with <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/05/01/engwe-anniversary-savings-on-three-newest-e-bikes-starting-from-999/">ENGWE’s 12th Anniversary Sale</a> that is offering up to $1,048 savings and bundled gear on three e-bikes, one of which is the new <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/05/01/engwe-anniversary-savings-on-three-newest-e-bikes-starting-from-999/">M20 3.0 Moped-Style e-bike with $248 in FREE gear starting from $1,399</a>. Likewise, <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/05/01/lectric-mothers-day-sale-up-to-793-savings-xpedition2-cargo-e-bikes/">Lectric has launched its Mother’s Day Sale event</a> with up to $793 e-bike savings <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/05/01/lectric-mothers-day-sale-up-to-793-savings-xpedition2-cargo-e-bikes/">starting from $799</a>. We also spotted <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/05/01/segway-40-mile-traveling-max-g30p-e-scooter-500-low/">Segway offering its Max G30P Electric Scooter back at a second-ever $500 low</a> for an unknown amount of time, as well as Aventon continuing the all-time low prices on its Level 3 and Pace 4 Smart e-bikes. For standard cyclists, we also noticed Garmin’s Edge 540 compact GPS computer back at its lowest price, with more waiting for you below. And don’t forget about the hangover deals at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/04/30/yozma-in-10-off-road-electric-mini-dirt-bike-exclusive-new-999-low/">exclusive new $999 low price on the Yozma IN 10 Mini Electric Dirt Bike</a>, the latest <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/04/30/ecoflow-power-stations-1024wh-delta-3-plus-599-direct-low-more/">EcoFlow Outdoor Power Sale</a> with up to 64% power station savings, 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/2026/05/01/engwe-anniversary-sale-lectric-e-bikes-segway-max-g30p-electric-scooter-more/#more-465524">more…</a>

This analysis and news roundup come from the Canary Media Weekly newsletter. Sign up to get it every Friday. America’s hydropower systems are in hot water — but the federal government may soon unclog a stream of funding to help them out. We’ve been using water to generate electricity in the U.S. since the 1880s,…

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/05/BYD-most-expensive-EV-2.jpeg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1400" /></div><p><a href="https://electrek.co/guides/byd/">BYD’s</a> 3,000 hp electric supercar, the Yangwang U9 Xtreme, sold for nearly $3 million at the Beijing Auto Show, making it the event’s highest-priced vehicle.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/05/01/byd-sells-most-expensive-ev-ever-for-3-million/#more-465511">more…</a>

A King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) researcher whose lab has demonstrated up to 100% accuracy using a single hardware counter tells <b>pv magazine</b> that firmware-level detection of inverter attacks is technically viable – but today’s communication standards do not transmit the firmware‑integrity signal to operators.