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<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/02/Defender-Sport-EV-affordable.jpeg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1400" /></div><p>The Defender Sport EV is expected to debut by the end of 2026 as a smaller, more affordable sibling to the iconic off-road SUV.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/03/03/defender-sport-ev-affordable-electric-off-road-suv/#more-456964">more…</a>

<p>I recently received and got to review a BLUETTI Elite 400 portable power station*. I&#8217;ve used and reviewed several portable power stations now. Different sizes with different capacities are right for different people and needs. No product is going to be perfect for everything. However, all things considered, this very ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/03/03/bluetti-elite-400-goldilocks-of-portable-power-stations/">BLUETTI Elite 400 — Goldilocks of Portable Power Stations?</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/3/2026/03/Lexus-first-electric-SUV.jpeg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1400" /></div><p><a href="https://electrek.co/guides/lexus/">Lexus</a> has officially axed the UX 300e from its lineup, its first 100% electric vehicle. The RZ is now the only EV that Toyota’s luxury brand offers, but that will change soon.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/03/03/toyotas-luxury-brand-kills-off-first-electric-suv/#more-457931">more…</a>

<p>Scanifly has been named the official design platform for CertainTeed&#8217;s SunStyle solar roof systems. The SunStyle Designer gives contractors and roofers a dedicated, more intuitive way to design SunStyle systems, generate accurate production estimates and export comprehensive installation reports — available across both Scanifly&#8217;s remote and drone-based design environments. SunStyle is a premium solar roofing&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/03/scanifly-is-official-design-platform-for-certainteeds-sunstyle-solar-roof/">Scanifly is official design platform for CertainTeed&#8217;s SunStyle solar roof</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

<p>In my previous assessments of Hawaiʻi’s energy system, I examined specific infrastructure decisions such as proposed LNG imports and the role of legacy petroleum assets. Those analyses focused on timing, economics, and the risk of locking in fossil pathways that do not align with the state’s statutory commitment to 100% ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/03/03/hawai%ca%bbis-energy-reality-population-petroleum-and-the-island-divide/">Hawaiʻi’s Energy Reality: Population, Petroleum, and the Island Divide</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>Fronius USA has launched PV Point Comfort, a device that backs up energy to a branch circuit by using power passing through a solar inverter. Building on the base model PV Point, the PV Point Comfort provides energy while the sun is shining, even without adding a battery. When power from the grid ceases, PV&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/03/fronius-releases-new-battery-free-backup-energy-device/">Fronius releases new battery-free backup energy device</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

<p>Two events in recent American history remain seared in my memory. The September 11 attacks on the World Trade Center claimed the lives of a distant uncle, Ramon Grijalvo, and an aunt, Marilyn Bautista—one of my grandfather&#8217;s relatives. The second unfolded just a month ago: the fifth anniversary commemoration of ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/03/03/the-architecture-of-deceit-how-america-is-repeating-the-philippine-nightmare/">The Architecture of Deceit: How America is Repeating the Philippine Nightmare</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/3/2026/03/Navee-G5-Electric-Scooter.jpg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1400" /></div><p>We’ve got a jam-packed Tuesday Green Deals for you this week, led by the <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/03/02/navee-g5-and-g5-max-e-scooters-first-savings-from-500/">first-ever discounts on the Navee G5 Electric Scooter and its longer-range G5 Max variant starting from $500</a>. Right behind those is <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/03/02/jackery-explorer-5000-plus-homepower-3600-plus-power-station-from-2799/">Jackery’s current Tax Season flash sale</a> that is offering the best 2026 pricing on <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/03/02/jackery-explorer-5000-plus-homepower-3600-plus-power-station-from-2799/">Explorer 5000 Plus and HomePower 3600 Plus power station units starting from $2,799</a>, as well as <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/03/02/aventon-pace-4-smart-cruiser-e-bike-136-bundle-1599-low/">Aventon’s Pace 4 Smart Step-Through Cruiser e-bike</a> with a FREE $136 bundle at its <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/03/02/aventon-pace-4-smart-cruiser-e-bike-136-bundle-1599-low/">$1,599 low</a>, an EGO Multi-Head system bundle deal, and so much 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/2026/03/02/engwe-launches-m20-3-0-moped-style-e-bike-from-1399/">ENGWE M20 3.0 Moped-Style e-bike</a> launch deal, the full lineup of <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/03/02/ecoflow-monthly-madness-power-stations-delta-pro-3-1999-more/">EcoFlow EcoCredits Monthly Madness sale offers</a> that end tomorrow night, 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/2026/03/03/navee-g5-electric-scooter-from-500-jackery-power-station-flash-sale-aventon-more/#more-457922">more…</a>

<p>When moving from small commercial jobs into utility-scale work, it&#8217;s important to remember that solar and storage installations are still based in solid electrical work. The size, speed and coordination requirements are on a different level, and success now depends on three things working together. First, strong technical fundamentals done at a larger scale. Crews&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/03/how-electrical-contractors-can-move-from-small-to-large-scale-solar-partnerships/">How electrical contractors can move from small- to large-scale solar partnerships</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

<p> &#160; Hoping for an American solar oasis It&#8217;s not often a journalist focused on the U.S. solar market gets to travel internationally for the job. When ELITE Solar invited me to Egypt for its new solar cell and panel factory unveiling, it seemed like a must-take opportunity. The facility — which is featured on&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/03/march-2026-magazine/">March 2026: The Extreme Solar Construction Issue</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/3/2026/03/BMW-iX4-EV-debut-1.jpeg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1400" /></div><p>The 2027 iX4 is set to join <a href="https://electrek.co/guides/bmw/">BMW’s</a> electric vehicle lineup soon, bringing a new coupe SUV-like style to the family. Ahead of its debut, the 2027 BMW iX4 was spotted testing in Sweden, giving us a closer look at what to expect.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/03/03/bmw-ix4-almost-here-looks-better-than-expected/#more-457890">more…</a>

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/01/Tesla-Model-Y-hero-new-design.png?w=1600" /></div><p>Toyota and Stellantis are both withdrawing from Tesla’s European CO2 emissions pool for 2026, according to new EU filings. The two automakers were among the largest paying members of the pool.</p> <p>The move is the latest blow to Tesla’s regulatory credit revenue, which has already been shrinking globally after the US eliminated its own emission credit market last year.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/03/03/toyota-stellantis-withdraw-tesla-co2-pool-europe/#more-457875">more…</a>

<p>Pennsylvania Solar Center&#8216;s GET Solar Program will develop nearly 70 projects over the next four years in the state with support from Capital Good Fund. These new projects will be built for small businesses, nonprofits and municipalities at no initial cost, while still qualifying for the 48E investment tax credit. “The PA Solar Center is&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/03/pa-solar-center-program-initiates-70-new-projects-in-pennsylvania/">PA Solar Center program initiates 70 new projects in Pennsylvania</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

<p>The electric Love Bus will begin operating on its expanded Metro Manila route starting Monday, with a new loop connecting Robinsons Galleria and Eastwood City. The expansion marks the first time the revived Love Bus service will run within a central business district corridor. On March 3, the Metropolitan Manila ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/03/03/electric-love-bus-to-begin-operating-on-its-new-expanded-metro-manila-route/">Electric &#8220;Love Bus&#8221; To Begin Operating On Its New Expanded Metro Manila Route</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>If you look at the headlines coming out of the Middle East recently, you might think you’re watching heaps of American military strength on full display. Bombs are dropping, shipping lanes are being patrolled, and the administration is flexing its kinetic muscle across the Persian Gulf. And this is just ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/03/03/the-gas-cult-the-real-religion-behind-the-latest-war-in-the-middle-east/">The Gas Cult: The Real Religion Behind The Latest War In The Middle East</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>Long-duration energy storage (LDES) system manufacturer ESS Tech Inc. has announced what it calls &#8220;a collaboration framework&#8221; with Salt River Project (SRP) and Google, to provide LDES solutions for a... <a class="view-article" href="https://solarbuildermag.com/energy-storage/ess-tech-inc-joins-project-new-horizon-ldes-efforts/">View Article</a></p> <p>-- Solar Builder magazine</p>

<p>GreenLancer, a national solar contractor, is implementing SolarGrade software to assist its residential and commercial solar field services. &#8220;We chose SolarGrade because their team&#8217;s deep understanding of solar PV quality is embedded within their intuitive software platform,&#8221; said Pat McCabe, COO of GreenLancer. &#8220;Unlike every other app we tested, SolarGrade is purpose-built for solar field&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/03/greenlancer-integrates-solargrade-software-for-project-om/">GreenLancer integrates SolarGrade software for project O&#038;M</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

<p>By Mark Gies &#124; Rail-less solar PV continues to gain traction as the solar industry prioritizes cost, speed, logistics and performance. Yet, misconceptions persist that can make installers and project... <a class="view-article" href="https://solarbuildermag.com/mounting-solutions-guide/debunking-5-myths-about-rail-less-solar-pv-mounting-on-metal-roofs/">View Article</a></p> <p>-- Solar Builder magazine</p>

Oregon-based utility company Portland General Electric has finalised agreements for more than 1,000MW of new renewable energy and BESS projects.

The Governing Board of the Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority (PREPA) has approved renewables developer Polaris Renewable Energy’s battery energy storage system (BESS) standard offer (SO1) agreement.

U.S. developers signed sale and purchase agreements (SPA) for 40 million tons per annum of liquefied natural gas (LNG) in 2025 from planned export facilities, according to U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and company website data. This LNG volume equals 5.2 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d), the highest volume since 7.0 Bcf/d in 2022.

<p>Global lithium demand could exceed 13 million tonnes by 2050 under an accelerated energy transition, more than double base case projections, according to Wood Mackenzie’s latest Energy Transition Outlook for Lithium. Without significant new investment, supply deficits could emerge as early as 2028. Even under the Wood Mackenzie’s base case scenario, existing supply projects are unlikely to meet demand&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/03/woodmac-warns-of-lithium-supply-deficit-by-2028/">WoodMac warns of lithium supply deficit by 2028</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

La instalación es parte de varios sistemas de autoconsumo instalados en la biblioteca del campus de colmenarejo que generan, entre los tres, el 55 % del consumo instantáneo de electricidad del complejo. Además, sirven de campo de pruebas para diferentes tecnologías y montajes.

<p>Approved vendor lists (AVLs) are a common business practice across industries, and their prominence in U.S. solar is growing. AVLs contain solar products that financiers funding projects have certified for construction. Small-scale solar installers lost access to the 30% residential investment tax credit (25D) at the end of 2025 but can still qualify for the&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/03/us-residential-solar-is-guided-by-approved-vendors-lists/">US residential solar is guided by approved vendors lists</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

<p>The Virginia General Assembly has officially passed legislation that would significantly expand the Commonwealth’s shared solar programs, unlocking new opportunities to lower electricity bills and strengthen reliability. These bills passed with bipartisan support and will now be presented to Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger for action. The legislation includes SB 254 and HB 807, sponsored by Senator Scott Surovell&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/03/community-solar-expansion-legislation-sent-to-virginia-governor/">Community solar expansion legislation sent to Virginia governor</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>