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This week Women in Solar+ Europe gives voice to Margarita Licht, Product Manager BESS & Charging at Germany's Goldbeck Solar. She says diverse perspectives and cognitive styles are essential in the solar and energy storage sector, enabling smarter solutions, effective problem-solving, and long-term planning. She also emphasizes that creating inclusive environments, fostering allyship, and choosing workplaces that value authentic strengths empower growth and drive meaningful impact.

The German manufacturer said its new back-contact solar panel has a power conversion efficiency of up to 23.52%.

An international reserch team developed two deep learning-based IDS models to enhance cybersecurity in SCADA systems. The hybrid approach reportedly improves detection of complex and novel cyber threats with high accuracy, adaptability, and efficiency, outperforming traditional methods across multiple datasets.

India-based EV battery manufacturer Neuron Energy plans to enter the grid-scale storage market with a 5 GWh battery energy storage system (BESS) manufacturing facility in the Indian state of Maharashtra.

A German research team has developed CuInSe₂ micro-concentrator solar cells using laser-assisted metal-organic chemical vapor deposition to grow indium islands directly on molybdenum-coated glass, forming absorber arrays without masks or patterning. The not-yet-optimized micro-modules achieved up to 0.65% efficiency under one sun, with gains of up to 250% under concentrated illumination.

See more from Canary Media’s ​“Chart of the Week” column . The European Union is once again facing an energy crisis due to its reliance on imported fossil fuels — and is once again poised to lean into renewables to blunt the effects. As the war in the Middle East upends global oil and gas markets, European Union…

The Cow Palace arena, just south of San Francisco, has hosted Dwight Eisenhower , the Beatles , the San Jose Sharks NHL team, and an annual rodeo since it opened in 1941. But an even bigger act is setting up next door: an enormous battery that will perform a starring role in the Bay Area’s energy ecosystem. …

Japanese researchers developed a molybdenum-based spin-flip emitter that efficiently harvests triplet excitons from singlet-fission tetracene dimers, producing strong near-infrared emission. This approach could boost solar cell efficiency and enable new quantum technologies by converting otherwise “dark” excitons into usable light.

Hybrid power purchase agreements (PPAs) combining solar and storage are proving harder to close with industrial offtakers than standard solar deals, despite growing market interest.

<p>COLUMBIA, S.C. — Dominion Energy South Carolina (DESC)’s proposed 2026 IRP doubles down on volatile fracked-gas while continuing to cling to expensive coal power, asserts Sierra Club’s analysis of the utility’s filing, which was made publicly available in the docket on Wednesday. “While South Carolina families feel the squeeze of energy costs like ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/03/dominion-sc-irp-doubles-down-on-costly-fuels-sierra-club-analysis/">Dominion SC IRP “Doubles Down on Costly Fuels” — Sierra Club Analysis</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/3/2025/05/lectric-xp4-e-bike-header.jpg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1600" /></div><p>Lectric eBikes is officially <a href="https://lectricebikes.sjv.io/5kk6G1">rolling into Canada</a>, setting the stage to shape the future of cycling north of the border.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/04/02/lectric-heads-north-canadians-get-access-to-the-uss-best-selling-e-bikes/#more-462163">more…</a>

<p>ALBUQUERQUE — This week, the Trump administration advanced the process of increasing oil and gas drilling on a landscape considered sacred by Pueblos and Tribes. On Tuesday, the Trump administration began a 7-day Public Scoping period, the next step in its proposal to open the Greater Chaco Region to oil ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/02/the-trump-administrations-attempt-to-expand-drilling-at-chaco-canyon/">The Trump Administration’s Attempt to Expand Drilling at Chaco Canyon</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>Or 47 ways to say the &#8220;w-word&#8221; Over 13,000 kilometers (~8,500 miles) away from Washington and we here in the Philippines feel the effects of the White House&#8217;s war on Iran. Oh! It&#8217;s that word! It&#8217;s that deplorable word — a banned word, in the same league as woke, trans, ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/02/the-greenwashing-of-war/">The Greenwashing of War</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>The most useful way to think about the Strait of Hormuz in a decarbonized future is not as an oil story that fades away as the energy transition advances. It is a systems story about where risk sits in the architecture of the economy. In the fossil era, Hormuz matters ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/02/two-options-for-the-strait-of-hormuz-in-a-decarbonized-world/">Two Options for the Strait of Hormuz in a Decarbonized World</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>Rivian ended up delivering 10,365 vehicles to customers in the first quarter of 2026. That was around 700 units above Wall Street estimates (9,678 according to Visible Alpha). Still, naturally, 10,365 vehicle sales in one quarter is very niche. For comparison, in a very down month for Tesla, one of ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/02/rivian-beats-wall-street-sales-expectations-but-still-niche/">Rivian Beats Wall Street Sales Expectations, But Still Niche</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>ASCENSION PARISH, LA — A coalition of labor unions, community and climate groups have written to the Hyundai CEO asking the company to ensure its proposed $5.8 billion steel mill in Donaldsonville meets strong health and environmental standards, while providing quality jobs. The letter follows a meeting in the Lemann ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/02/labor-unions-community-and-climate-groups-demand-hyundai-answers-on-louisiana-steel-mill/">Labor Unions, Community, and Climate Groups Demand Hyundai Answers on Louisiana Steel Mill</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>Lawsuit claims Trump&#8217;s use of &#8216;Extinction Committee&#8217; violates law in numerous ways. Washington D.C. — Gulf and environmental groups sued the Trump Administration today over its decision to strip Endangered Species Act protection from imperiled species threatened by oil-and-gas offshore drilling activities in the Gulf of Mexico. The unprecedented blanket-exemption would leave numerous Gulf species and ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/02/advocacy-groups-sue-trump-administration-over-decision-to-exempt-all-oil-gas-activities-in-gulf-from-endangered-species-act/">Advocacy Groups Sue Trump Administration Over Decision to Exempt All Oil &#038; Gas Activities in Gulf from Endangered Species Act</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>IONIQ 6 N named 2026 World Performance Car, marking the second time in three years that Hyundai’s N brand has secured the award after IONIQ 5 N in 2024 This marks the fifth consecutive year Hyundai Motor has been honored at the World Car Awards Hyundai Motor Company has achieved ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/02/hyundai-ioniq-6-n-crowned-2026-world-performance-car/">Hyundai IONIQ 6 N Crowned 2026 World Performance Car</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>The foodservice industry is notoriously difficult to decarbonize, especially when it comes to water heating. From quick-service chains to grocery stores and fine dining, each subsector has its own challenges, from volatile draw profiles (how much water a site uses each day and when) to a lack of airflow or ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/02/h-o-t-t-o-g-o-3-key-factors-influencing-heat-pump-water-heater-performance-in-food-service/">H.O.T.T.O.G.O. — 3 Key Factors Influencing Heat Pump Water Heater Performance in Food Service</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>Yet again, BYD didn&#8217;t have a great month last month when it comes to passenger vehicle sales. Perhaps that&#8217;s because consumers were waiting for the latest and greatest BYD products and thus held off on buying new vehicles for another month or so. Or perhaps it&#8217;s just not a good ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/02/byd-electric-buses-rose-71-in-march/">BYD Electric Buses Rose 71% in March</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/3/2026/04/pexels-photo-12224996.jpeg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1500" /></div><p>Solar giant Qcells is making a play to get solar and battery storage built into new homes in the US from day one.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/04/02/qcells-wants-solar-storage-built-into-every-new-home/#more-462147">more…</a>

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/02/Stellantis-EV-costs-China-2.jpeg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1400" /></div><p>Stellantis is in early talks to assemble electric vehicles from its Chinese partner Leapmotor at the idled Brampton, Ontario plant, <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-01/stellantis-in-talks-to-make-chinese-evs-at-idled-canadian-plant">according to Bloomberg</a> — a factory that was supposed to be retooled for Jeep production with over $500 million in Canadian government subsidies.</p> <p>The proposal has already drawn fierce opposition from Ontario Premier Doug Ford and the Unifor union, which represents about 3,000 laid-off workers at the plant.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/04/02/stellantis-leapmotor-chinese-evs-brampton-canada-plant/#more-462150">more…</a>

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/04/EGO-Z6-riding-mower-Segway-E3-Pro-Anker-F3800-eufy-E340-GDs.jpg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1600" /></div><p>Our Thursday Green Deals are here, and leading the lineup is <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/04/02/ego-42-inch-z6-zero-turn-riding-mower-six-batteries-880w-charger-new-4800-low/">EGO’s Z6 42-inch Cordless Electric Zero-Turn Riding Lawn Mower</a> with a fresh bundle of six 6.0Ah batteries and an 880W wall charger at a <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/04/02/ego-42-inch-z6-zero-turn-riding-mower-six-batteries-880w-charger-new-4800-low/">new $4,800 low</a>. Right behind that, we spotted a selection of <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/04/01/amazon-offering-segway-e3-pro-e-scooter-530-other-models-from-140/">Segway e-scooters getting better deals at Amazon</a> than within the <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/03/27/segway-e-scooters-spring-sale-max-g2-650-more-from-150/">extended spring sale lineup</a>, like the <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/04/01/amazon-offering-segway-e3-pro-e-scooter-530-other-models-from-140/">E3 Pro Electric Scooter at $530</a>. There’s also <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/04/02/3840wh-anker-solix-f3800-power-station-exclusive-1899-price/">Anker’s SOLIX F3800 Portable Power Station down at an exclusive $1,899 price</a>, as well as a budget-friendly option in Hoverfly’s 40-mile trekking Ourea e-bike, a returning low price on the second-gen Greenworks Pro 2,300 PSI electric pressure washer, a one-day-only steal on Anker’s eufy Floodlight E340 Camera with a HomeBase 3 hub, and continuing spring sale deals waiting for you below. And don’t forget about the other hangover deals at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/04/01/jackery-easter-sale-power-stations-1264wh-explorer-1000-plus-599-low-more/">Jackery Easter Sale lineup of power stations</a> with up to 54% savings, the <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/04/01/ego-3200-psi-electric-pressure-washer-779-100-off/">rare EGO 3,200 PSI cordless electric pressure washer</a> with batteries bundle discount, 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/2026/04/02/ego-zero-turn-riding-mower-4800-low-segway-electric-scooter-anker-exclusive-more/#more-462130">more…</a>

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/04/Kia-PV5-WAV-EV-New-York-taxi-1.jpeg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1400" /></div><p>The <a href="https://electrek.co/guides/kia-pv5/">PV5 WAV New York EV</a> is a new electric taxi and rideshare concept Kia introduced at the New York Auto Show.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/04/02/kia-unveils-first-of-its-kind-pv5-wav-new-york-ev-taxi/#more-462115">more…</a>

<p>New York is allocating millions in funding to bolster the clean energy workforce in the state. Clean energy career development programs are receiving an additional $50 million, bringing the initiative&#8217;s total funding to $320 million. “Washington Republicans&#8217; assault on renewables won&#8217;t stop New York from continuing our nation-leading clean energy progress,&#8221; said Gov. Kathy Hochul. “These investments&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/04/new-york-funds-50-million-more-for-renewables-workforce-development/">New York funds $50 million more for renewables workforce development</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>