Investors predict that the war in Iran will increase Chinese demand for renewable energy
Investors rush into Chinese renewable stocks betting that the oil shock caused by the Iran War will increase?global green energy demand, a sector China dominates. This 'portfolio' trend in Asia is a result of…
UN Climate chief: Iran war a'simple lesson' in fossil fuel dependency
The U.N. Climate Secretary will inform EU policymakers that the disruption of energy markets caused by the Iran War is an "abject" lesson in the dangers?of?relying?on fossil fuels. The European Union, despite…
Maguire: China tightens its grip on clean tech with growing exports of EVs.
China's position as the world leader in clean technology is best illustrated by its EV exports. These will reach nearly $70 billion dollars in 2025, and span over 150 countries. Electric vehicles are a major part of China's manufacturing industry…
Maguire: China tightens its grip on clean tech with EV export growth.
China's position as a global leader in clean technology is best illustrated by its massive EV exports. These will reach nearly $70 billion dollars in 2025, and span well?over 150 different countries and territories.
Battery boom sparked by China's energy reforms and global data centres
The Chinese energy storage manufacturers are booming as a result of the revamping of China's electric market. According to one estimate, Chinese firms will see a 75% increase in global shipments this year of lithium-ion batteries for energy storage.
The rising tungsten price is a major concern for oil drillers.
U.S. shale drilling companies are paying higher prices for tungsten. This rare metal is used in industrial tools such as drillbits. Chinese export controls have slowed down the supply of tungsten. This threatens…
The rising tungsten price is a major concern for oil drillers.
U.S. shale drilling companies are paying higher prices for tungsten. This rare metal is used in industrial tools such as drill bits. Chinese export controls have slowed down the supply of tungsten. This threatens…
Maguire: US clean energy capacity grows slower, but wider by 2025
This year, the pace of adding new solar, wind, and battery capacity in the U.S. has slowed down nationally and in some key states, which is hurting sentiment for clean energy. Climate trackers should take heart…
Octopus Energy, a British company, has bought a stake in the East Anglia One windfarm
Octopus Energy, a British company, announced on Thursday that its Octopus Energy Generation division had purchased a 10% share in the East Anglia One Wind Farm, which is one of the largest operating wind farms in the world…
EU seeking feedback on looser rules for state aid to encourage clean tech projects
The European Union's state aid regulators want to hear from its member countries about new rules that will allow governments to provide grants and other financial incentives to businesses and clean technology projects to reduce carbon footprint.
RWE buys back $1.6 billion in shares as the outlook for US offshore wind and hydrogen worsens
RWE, Germany’s largest utility, announced on Tuesday that it would purchase up to 1,5 billion euros ($1.6billion) in shares. The company cited weakening prospects in Europe for hydrogen and offshore wind, in response to Donald Trump’s election win.
A group of armed men claims to have taken control of the rare earth mines in Myanmar
A group of rebels fighting Myanmar's ruling army has claimed control of a mine hub, a major supplier to China of rare earth oxides. This will likely disrupt shipments of materials used in clean technology and other technologies.
CorPower Ocean, a wave energy technology company, has secured 32 million Euros.
The firm announced on Wednesday that it had secured funding of 32 million euros ($35 millions) to help commercialise wave energy technology. Wind and tidal projects are being developed in some countries to reduce emissions and achieve climate goals.
US unveils first of two decisions regarding solar tariffs
The U.S. Trade officials may this week impose new tariffs against solar panels imported from four Southeast Asian countries. American manufacturers claim that these nations provide unfair subsidies, which make U.S. goods uncompetitive.
8 Rivers Capital, Sembcorp Energy to Build Net-Zero Emissions Plant in UK
U.S. clean technology firm 8 Rivers Capital and Sembcorp Energy UK, a subsidiary of Singapore-based Sembcorp Industries, plan to build a net-zero emissions power plant in Teesside in northeast England, the firms said on Tuesday.The 300-megawatt project…
MAN Cryo to Supply LNG Fuel-Gas System
MAN Energy Solutions said that its marine LNG fuel-gas-system manufacturer MAN Cryo has been contracted to supply an LNG fuel-gas supply system for Norwegian shipowner, Egil Ulvan Rederi newbuild.According to MAN…
India, UK Govts Invest $711 mln in Indian Renewable Energy Fund
Lightsource BP and Indian private equity fund Everstone Group announced on Wednesday the creation of a 500 million pound ($711 million) fund to invest in renewable energy and clean technology in India. The fund…
Sustainable Marine Energy’s Inshore Platform PLAT-I Powers Up
On November 25th Edinburgh-based tidal energy technology developer Sustainable Marine Energy (SME) completed the installation of its game changing PLAT-I tidal energy system at Connel, near Oban in western Scotland.
Canada, G7 Partners to Push LNG
The Government of Canada recognizes the critical role of international cooperation on energy, as it impacts economic and social development, innovation, safety and security, environmental protection, and climate change.
Canada Government, Industry to Collaborate on Clean Tech
The Canadian and Alberta governments and three energy companies said on Thursday they will spend C$70 million ($51.14 million) to develop three new clean technology projects, aimed at cutting costs and carbon emissions in the country's oil sands.