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<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/03/Kia-EV2-prices-3.jpeg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1500" /></div><p>The <a href="https://electrek.co/guides/kia-ev2/">EV2</a> is now available to order in Europe, with the first customer deliveries starting next month. Kia opened EV2 orders at lower prices than expected.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/04/06/kia-launches-most-affordable-ev-lower-prices-than-expected/#more-461173">more…</a>

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/04/Michigan-NEVI-map.jpg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1200" /></div><p>Michigan just hit a key milestone in its National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program, unlocking the remaining funds for the state’s EV charging buildout.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/04/06/michigan-just-unlocked-51m-to-fix-ev-charging-gaps/#more-462415">more…</a>

<p>Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into the sales practices of residential solar companies in the state. As part of the initiative, Paxton has issued civil investigative demands (CIDs) to a number of companies (including Freedom Forever, Sunrun, Lone Star Solar Services and CAM Solar). Collectively, there have been over 100 complains&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/04/texas-attorney-general-launches-investigation-into-residential-solar-sales-practices/">Texas attorney general launches investigation into residential solar sales practices</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

<p>Nonprofit group Solar United Neighbors published a new report, &#8220;PPAs &#38; Solar Leases: A practical guide to understanding third-party solar ownership,&#8221; to help consumers navigate these pathways to rooftop solar adoption. The report highlights how third-party ownership (TPO) models — including power purchase agreements (PPAs) and solar leases — are expanding access to clean energy&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/04/solar-united-neighbors-publishes-consumer-guide-to-ppas-leases/">Solar United Neighbors publishes consumer guide to PPAs, leases</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/3/2026/04/BYD-EV-orders-energy-crisis.jpeg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1400" /></div><p><a href="https://electrek.co/guides/byd/">BYD</a> expects soaring oil prices to drive overseas sales to “another level” as EV orders are already surging across several markets.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/04/06/byd-ev-orders-surge-to-another-level-overseas-energy-crisis/#more-462375">more…</a>

Balcony solar is one of the hottest ideas in renewable energy right now. Boosters say the systems — DIY kits that can be plugged right into a standard outlet — save users money without any need for subsidies, government incentives, or utility permission. As Americans continue to struggle with soaring power prices,…

<p>A report by a top Chinese scientist suggests that space-based solar could also be used as a weapon to disrupt critical communications. </p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/06/microwaves-from-space-what-could-possibly-go-wrong/">Microwaves From Space &#8212; What Could Possibly Go Wrong?</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/EVOLV-Anker-SOLIX-Worx-Autel-FI-for-GDs.jpg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1600" /></div><p>Leading our Monday Green Deals this week is a surprise 50% discount on the <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/04/06/evolv-terra-full-suspension-electric-scooter-new-614-50-low/">EVOLV TERRA Full-Suspension Electric Scooter to a new $614.50 low</a>. Right behind that, we have Anker’s SOLIX flash sale with up to $3,300 savings and a FREE 400W solar panel ($899 value) on the <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/04/06/anker-solix-e10-smart-hybrid-backup-system-solar-generator-bundles-from-4299/">E10 Smart Hybrid Whole-Home Backup System and its solar generator bundle options starting from $4,299</a>. There’s also <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/04/06/worx-20v-20-inch-cordless-electric-hedge-trimmer-122/">Worx’s 20V 20-inch 2-in-1 Attachment Capable Cordless Electric Hedge Trimmer at $122</a>, as well as Autel’s most powerful <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/04/06/hardwire-autel-maxicharger-ac-pro-80a-level-2-ev-charger-909/">MaxiCharger AC Pro 80A Level 2 EV Charger back down at $909</a> (its lowest price since September 2025), and many more ongoing sales that will be ending soon. And don’t forget about the other hangover deals from last week at the bottom of the page, collected together in <a href="https://9to5toys.com/2026/04/04/electrified-weekly-lectric-april-showers-e-bike-sale-with-720-savings-jackery-ecoflow-easter-power-station-sales-more/">our latest Electrified Weekly roundup coverage</a>. </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/2026/04/06/evolv-terra-e-scooter-anker-e10-backup-system-flash-sale-autel-ev-charger-worx-more/#more-462376">more…</a>

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/11/Hyundai-IONIQ-5-lease-deal.jpeg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1400" /></div><p>The <a href="https://electrek.co/guides/hyundai-ioniq-5/">IONIQ 5</a> is making a comeback after sales jumped in the first quarter. Now, Hyundai is offering an $8,750 discount on all trims to sweeten the deal.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/04/06/hyundai-discounts-ioniq-5-ev-by-8750-sales-heat-up/#more-458049">more…</a>

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/04/Screenshot-2026-04-06-at-10.28.01-AM.jpg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1600" /></div><p>The EPA certification for Rivian’s upcoming R2 was <a href="https://www.rivianforums.com/forum/threads/2027-rivian-r2-epa-certification-w-specs-range-capacity-etc.57814/">found and posted on Rivian Forums</a> this morning, and it includes some interesting insights about the vehicle – including one note that has fans worried about cold weather range, but we reached out to Rivian to get the facts.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/04/06/rivian-r2-epa-numbers-out-217-kw-dc-charge-up-to-335mi-range-heat-pump/#more-462367">more…</a>

<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://electrek.co/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/04/Toyota-updated-electric-SUV-side.jpeg?quality=82&#038;strip=all&#038;w=1400" /></div><p><a href="https://electrek.co/guides/toyota/">Toyota’s</a> updated electric SUV is now among the top-selling EVs in Japan, the US, and several European markets.</p> <a class="more-link" href="https://electrek.co/2026/04/06/toyotas-updated-electric-suv-surprise-hit/#more-462360">more…</a>

<p>Sponsored by: This week on Projects Weekly, SUNation Energy has installed its 10,000th solar system on New York&#8217;s Long Island. Also in the Empire State, Dimension Energy has closed on... <a class="view-article" href="https://solarbuildermag.com/projects/long-island-hits-solar-installation-milestone-projects-weekly/">View Article</a></p> <p>-- Solar Builder magazine</p>

<p>The most talked-about economics book of 2026 fits in your jacket pocket. Here are the five things you need to know. Gabriel Zucman is having a moment. The Paris-born Berkeley economist who coined the term “tax haven” and mapped the hidden wealth of nations is now one the most famous ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/06/we-need-to-tax-billionaires-at-2-economist-gabriel-zucman-just-explained-exactly-how/">We Need To Tax Billionaires At 2%, &#038; Economist Gabriel Zucman Just Explained Exactly How</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>The clean energy boom is also creating physically demanding work, and the Bavarian tech company German Bionic has the exoskeleton to power such work, such as manufacturing the components that make the energy transition possible; turbine housings and blades, nacelle assemblies, solar panel frames; which demands thousands of repetitive lifts ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/06/german-bionic-cracks-the-energy-transitions-back-problem/">German Bionic Cracks The Energy Transition’s Back Problem</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>The fact that fossil fuels are the primary contributor to climate change, and climate change impacts potentially cost trillions of dollars to humanity and the planet, seem to not register much with millions of individuals around the globe. However, if gas and diesel prices at the pump rise and the ... [continued]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://cleantechnica.com/2026/04/06/ev-driver-fills-up-for-less-than-30-on-road-trip/">EV Driver &#8220;Fills Up&#8221; For Less Than $30 On Road Trip</a> appeared first on <a href="https://cleantechnica.com">CleanTechnica</a>.</p>

<p>The Trump Administration has reaffirmed existing tariffs on imported metals but is reducing some rates for products with differing levels of metal content that will go into effect today. President Donald Trump imposed Section 232 tariffs on imported steel and aluminum in 2018, and they lasted beyond his first term. Last week, the White House&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/04/trump-metal-tariffs-stick-around-with-some-new-exceptions/">Trump metal tariffs stick around, with some new exceptions</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

In 2025, the United States imported an average of 490,000 barrels per day (b/d) of crude oil from the Middle East Gulf region—Bahrain, Iraq, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Crude oil imports from the region are primarily medium sour grades of crude oil and flow mainly into the West Coast and Gulf Coast of the United States.

<p>With the pressure to bring solar projects online quickly and under budget, third-party commissioning can often be overlooked. While it may seem like a cost-saving measure upfront, bypassing independent verification can expose solar asset owners and operators to significant financial losses, long-term performance issues and avoidable risk. In reality, skipping third-party commissioning isn’t saving money&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/04/op-ed-skipping-3rd-party-commissioning-is-a-huge-risk-for-solar-projects/">Op-ed: Skipping 3rd-party commissioning is a huge risk for solar projects</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

<p>By Kelsey Misbrener, Ampacity &#124; The introduction of terrain-following trackers changed the game for ground-mounted solar projects. By adapting to natural site contours, terrain-following trackers eliminate or reduce the need... <a class="view-article" href="https://solarbuildermag.com/mounting-solutions-guide/pile-height-verification-on-terrain-following-solar-tracker-sites/">View Article</a></p> <p>-- Solar Builder magazine</p>

<p>Although long-term solar hardware costs have plummeted, the rise in recent solar project costs is driven primarily by rising interest rates, which increase the cost of financing capital-heavy installations. Lenders have grown more conservative, change order tolerance has narrowed and yield shortfalls that might once have been absorbed are now threatening project viability. In this&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2026/04/designing-for-decades-tips-for-long-term-solar-project-success/">Designing for decades: Tips for long-term solar project success</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com">Solar Power World</a>.</p>

Five years ago, we launched Canary Media on a simple premise: that the energy transition, the greatest economic and industrial transformation of our lifetimes, deserved a newsroom entirely dedicated to covering it. We&#039;ve spent every day since reporting on the most central, urgent, complicated, hopeful, and contested…

At a recent city council meeting in Palo Alto, California, Erin Pei stepped up to the podium. Clad in an Arctic Circle sweatshirt, the 11th grader presented hair-raising facts about the health impacts of gas stoves and other appliances that burn fossil fuels. The Bay Area Air District has found that gas water…

In western Illinois, ComEd is tapping a rarely used technique to fast-track community solar installations — working with, not against, environmental groups and solar project developers. For years, utilities have explored the concept of flexible interconnection, in which solar projects are allowed to come online even…

La capital catalana desarrollará su primer hub público de recarga ultrarrápida, con 12 puntos y potencia de hasta 480 kW, mientras que Coria incorpora seis nuevos cargadores rápidos de 100 kW equipados con tecnología Ingeteam, modelo Rapid 60 duo.

El Boletín Oficial del Estado ha publicado en marzo un total de quince proyectos renovables, entre los que destacan dos sistemas de almacenamiento BESS de 200 MW ubicados en Badajoz y Cádiz, respectivamente.