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<p>The number of new coal-fired power plants built around the world hit a “10-year high”...</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.carbonbrief.org/new-coal-plants-hit-10-year-global-high-in-2025-but-power-output-still-fell/">New coal plants hit ‘10-year’ global high in 2025 – but power output still fell</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.carbonbrief.org">Carbon Brief</a>.</p>

<p>I wondered for a while about Rivian&#8217;s timing. Tesla had already gotten huge. All automakers had electric vehicles on the market, more coming, and growing EV sales. They were all advertising their EVs at high volume — in my region, at least. How was Rivian going to squeeze its way ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/05/20/rivian-has-the-perfect-opening/">Rivian Has The Perfect Opening</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/3/2026/05/Chevy-Equinox-EV-2027-updates-1.jpeg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1400" /></div><p>Although the new Bolt is now on sale, GM is still calling the <a href="https://electrek.co/guides/chevy-equinox-ev/">electric Chevy Equinox</a> “America’s most affordable 315+ mile range EV.” For the 2027 model year, GM is addressing at least one of the biggest complaints with the current model.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/05/20/chevy-equinox-ev-gains-few-big-updates-2027/#more-468303">more…</a>

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/05/BOJ_EV_Select-3.jpg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1600" /></div><p>Southern fast-food chain Bojangles is getting into EV charging, debuting its first DC fast-charging station in Savannah, Georgia.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/05/20/now-bojangles-wants-ev-drivers-to-fast-charge-while-they-eat/#more-468284">more…</a>

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/04/BYD-flagship-electric-SUV-orders-1.jpeg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1400" /></div><p><a href="https://electrek.co/guides/byd/">BYD’s</a> new flagship electric SUV, equipped with its new Blade Battery 2.0 and Flash Charging tech, has received over 100,000 orders. The new Song Ultra EV secured over 61,000. BYD said it can’t keep up with demand.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/05/20/byd-struggles-to-meet-demand-for-new-fast-charging-evs/#more-468271">more…</a>

<p>The first solar project of its kind in the U.S., Project Nexus combines the efforts of public, private, and academic sectors to help solve two of the Golden State&#8217;s most... <a class="view-article" href="https://solarbuildermag.com/projects/california-completes-water-saving-pilot-for-project-nexus/">View Article</a></p> <p>-- Solar Builder magazine</p>

<p>Renewable energy developer Terra-Gen marked commercial operations at its 125-MW Lockhart III solar project in San Bernardino County, California. &#8220;The expansion of the Lockhart project underscores Terra-Gen&#8217;s commitment to continue developing clean, reliable energy resources critical to meeting the growing demand in California and nationwide,&#8221; said John O&#8217;Connor, CEO for Terra-Gen. &#8220;We are proud to&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/05/terra-gen-completes-3rd-phase-of-southern-california-utility-solar-project/">Terra-Gen completes 3rd phase of southern California utility solar project</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

<p>ConnectDER, a meter collar manufacturer for rooftop solar, energy storage and EV charging installations, has integrated its IslandDER Meter Socket Adapter with EcoFlow&#8216;s OCEAN Pro home backup battery system. Installs have started in key solar markets with increasing battery attachment rates, including California, Arizona, Illinois, Florida and Texas. With this integration, solar-plus-storage installers can now&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/05/connectder-meter-collar-compatible-with-ecoflow-home-backup-storage/">ConnectDER meter collar compatible with EcoFlow home backup storage</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/3/2026/05/Juiced-Lectric-EcoFlow-Baseus-GDs-FI.jpg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1600" /></div><p>Our mid-week Green Deals are headlined by some very exciting deals from two of our favorite EV brands, with the first being <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/05/19/juiced-bikes-moto-style-scrambler-hardtail-full-suspension-e-bikes-from-1699/">Juiced Bikes’ rebirth</a>, which is giving us launch deals on the <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/05/19/juiced-bikes-moto-style-scrambler-hardtail-full-suspension-e-bikes-from-1699/">Scrambler Moto-Style Hardtail + Full Suspension e-bikes</a> with $245 FREE gear bundles <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/05/19/juiced-bikes-moto-style-scrambler-hardtail-full-suspension-e-bikes-from-1699/">starting from $1,699</a>. Next, Lectric has launched its newest <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/05/19/lectric-launches-xpress2-cruiser-commuter-e-bikes-at-1399/">XPress2 Long-Range Cruiser + Commuter e-bikes</a> with $336 FREE gear bundles <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/05/19/lectric-launches-xpress2-cruiser-commuter-e-bikes-at-1399/">at $1,399</a>. From there, we have a <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/05/20/ecoflow-1024wh-delta-3-plus-power-station-2x-220w-solar-panels-899-low-more/">48-hour EcoFlow flash sale</a> offering the <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/05/20/ecoflow-1024wh-delta-3-plus-power-station-2x-220w-solar-panels-899-low-more/">1,024Wh DELTA 3 Plus Portable Power Station with 2x 220W solar panels for an $899 low</a> (alongside three other offers), as well as <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/05/20/baseus-x1-pro-dual-tracking-wireless-outdoor-solar-security-camera-150-or-32gb-card-157/">Baseus’ X1 Pro Dual-Tracking Wireless Outdoor Solar Security Camera</a> – with or without a 32GB microSD card – <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/05/20/baseus-x1-pro-dual-tracking-wireless-outdoor-solar-security-camera-150-or-32gb-card-157/">at lows starting from $150</a>, Jackery’s newest Explorer 1500 Ultra 1,536Wh power station back at its lowest price, a collection of Camplux 8kW to 27kW tankless electric water heater deals, and more waiting for you below. And don’t forget about the hangover deals at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s exclusive $3,997 savings on the bundled <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/05/18/ecoflow-12288wh-delta-pro-ultra-x-power-station-smart-home-panel-3-9899-low/">12,288Wh EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra X Power Station + Smart Home Panel 3 to a new low</a>, 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/2026/05/20/juiced-scrambler-moto-style-e-bikes-launch-bundles-lectric-xpress2-e-bikes-launch-bundles-more/#more-468238">more…</a>

<p>Trina Storage has launched the latest generation of its utility-scale storage product, Elementa 3. Elementa 3 is equipped with Trina Storage’s in-house 587-Ah high-capacity cell, increasing single-container capacity to 6.25 MWh. Through optimized module and enclosure design, the product delivers a 12.3% improvement in module energy density compared with the previous generation. Its compact system&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/05/trina-launches-third-generation-of-elementa-bess-now-reaching-6-25-mwh/">Trina launches third generation of Elementa BESS, now reaching 6.25 MWh</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

<p>Cedar Creek Energy, Connexus Energy and Kearsarge Energy have brought Minnesota&#8217;s first solar project built on a Minnesota Pollution Control Agency-managed closed landfill online. “This project represents what’s possible when utilities, developers, regulators and state leaders work together toward long-term energy solutions,” said Alex Gast, chief operating officer of Cedar Creek Energy. “Cedar Creek Energy&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/05/5-mw-solar-project-on-closed-minnesota-landfill-now-complete/">5-MW solar project on closed Minnesota landfill now complete</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

<p>Coulomb Solutions Inc. (CSI) has introduced a new 466 kWh mobile battery energy storage system (BESS) product, claiming reliable performance across a wide range of temperatures. Featuring scalable battery packs... <a class="view-article" href="https://solarbuildermag.com/products/coulomb-solutions-introduces-new-scalable-mobile-bess/">View Article</a></p> <p>-- Solar Builder magazine</p>

<p>The legalese of the new rules governing solar drives many developers to hire more lawyers. In practice, they should lean on experienced engineers instead. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), Executive Order 14315 and IRS Notices 2025-42 and 2026-15 collectively ended the 5% safe harbor for utility-scale projects, leaving the physical work test as&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/05/looming-safe-harbor-deadline-calls-for-more-engineers-not-lawyers/">Looming safe harbor deadline calls for more engineers, not lawyers</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

<p>The Interstate Renewable Energy (IREC) council has published its latest &#8220;Freeing the Grid&#8221; study, which evaluates how well each state interconnects distributed energy resources (DERs), such as solar and energy storage. IREC compiles &#8220;Freeing the Grid&#8221; in collaboration with Vote Solar. The study only considers statewide interconnection policies. Out of all 50 states, New Mexico&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/05/irec-study-grades-each-states-interconnection-practices/">IREC study grades each state&#8217;s interconnection practices</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

Según un nuevo informe de la consultora, entre 2026 y 2050, dos tercios de la nueva demanda energética mundial serán cubiertos mediante electricidad, auge impulsado principalmente por la expansión del vehículo eléctrico, la electrificación industrial y los centros de datos.

<p>We handpick and explain the most important stories at the intersection of climate, land, food...</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.carbonbrief.org/cropped-20-may-2026-deforestation-roadmap-melanesian-ocean-summit-returning-pet-parrots-to-the-wild/">Cropped 20 May 2026: Deforestation roadmap | Melanesian Ocean Summit | Returning pet parrots to the wild</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.carbonbrief.org">Carbon Brief</a>.</p>

In the first four months of 2026, electricity, natural gas, and coal prices suggested continued favorable economics for coal generation in MISO. The dark spread of coal, the difference between the fuel costs for coal-fired generation and the wholesale electricity price, in the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) region outpaced a similar measure of revenue relative to fuel costs for natural gas-fired generators known as the spark spread.

Driven by multi-billion-dollar investments from the likes of Tesla and Corning, U.S. solar manufacturing capital expenditure is forecast to skyrocket 150% year-on-year to $7 billion in 2027, marking a massive breakout year as silicon-based technology eclipses thin-film spending and cements a domestic supply chain.

China is advancing the Sun Chasing project to develop space-based solar power systems that collect energy in orbit and beam it wirelessly to Earth or spacecraft for continuous power supply. Early tests demonstrated over 100 m wireless power transmission and efficient microwave beaming to moving targets, with up to 1,180 W delivered and promising system efficiencies.

<p>D3Energy, one of the largest installers of floating solar in the U.S., has announced an exclusive statewide master lease with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) for its on-water solar... <a class="view-article" href="https://solarbuildermag.com/projects/d3energy-announces-statewide-floating-solar-lease-in-florida/">View Article</a></p> <p>-- Solar Builder magazine</p>

<p>OCI Energy and CPS Energy have broken ground on the Alamo City BESS in Bexar County, Texas. The 120-MW/480-MWh system is expected to come online in 2027. “This project represents a significant step forward toward realizing a more resilient, reliable energy system that San Antonians can be truly proud of,” said Sabah Bayatli, President, OCI&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/05/oci-cps-break-ground-on-480-mwh-alamo-city-bess-project/">OCI, CPS break ground on 480-MWh Alamo City BESS project</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

Norwegian classification society DNV has published two new guidelines covering the structural design of floats for floating solar systems and their mooring and station keeping systems.

Seis asociaciones del sector eléctrico han alcanzado un acuerdo marco en el que recogen un posicionamiento común respecto de la futura regulación del acceso flexible, "herramienta clave" para desatascar las redes eléctricas sin necesidad de esperar inversiones en infraestructura.

Independent power producer (IPP) Sunraycer Renewables has closed a US$901 million project financing facility, supporting three solar-plus-storage projects in Texas, US.

Energy-Storage.news speaks with Moment Energy’s CTO and co-founder Gabriel Soares, and VP of business development, Carl Mansfield, about recent updates from the second life battery company.