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Scientists Create Blueprint to Speed Wave Energy Development
Planet WinsMar 2

Scientists Create Blueprint to Speed Wave Energy Development

Researchers designed the first standardized method for building wave energy converters, tech that could meet a third of U.S. electricity needs. The breakthrough could finally move ocean power from labs to real-world use.

Phys.org - Technology2 min read
Public Banks Could Unlock $28B More for Clean Energy
SolutionsJul 9

Public Banks Could Unlock $28B More for Clean Energy

Government-owned development banks already invest $36 billion yearly in renewable energy and could add $28 billion more by redirecting fossil fuel funding. Countries from Mexico to Germany are showing how these public banks can power a clean energy revolution on their own terms.

Google: clean energy investment3 min read
UK Fast-Tracks Clean Energy Projects to Cut Costs
Planet WinsMay 20

UK Fast-Tracks Clean Energy Projects to Cut Costs

Britain is making it easier to build windfarms and solar projects that will lower energy bills and boost energy security. The new plan protects critical clean energy infrastructure from lengthy legal delays.

Google News - Clean Energy2 min read
Court Blocks Federal Roadblocks to Clean Energy Projects
SolutionsApr 22

Court Blocks Federal Roadblocks to Clean Energy Projects

A Massachusetts federal court just cleared the path for wind and solar companies to move forward with clean energy projects after blocking multiple government restrictions. The ruling applies to major renewable energy trade groups representing developers across the country.

Ars Technica Science2 min read
Court Restores Tax Break for Clean Energy Projects
Planet WinsJun 9

Court Restores Tax Break for Clean Energy Projects

A federal court just handed renewable energy developers a major win, ruling the IRS unfairly stripped away a critical tax credit tool for wind and solar projects. The decision could help speed up clean energy construction across America.

PV Magazine2 min read
Court Orders Pentagon to Resume Wind Energy Reviews
Planet WinsAug 7

Court Orders Pentagon to Resume Wind Energy Reviews

A federal judge ordered the Defense Department to restart reviews of 125 stalled wind energy projects across 25 states, ruling the Pentagon likely violated legal deadlines. The decision could breathe new life into renewable energy development that ground to a halt last year.

Google News - Wind Energy2 min read
Ethiopia and Russia Sign Nuclear Energy Partnership
InnovationApr 1

Ethiopia and Russia Sign Nuclear Energy Partnership

Ethiopia is taking a major step toward energy independence with a new nuclear cooperation agreement with Russia. The strategic roadmap could help the East African nation diversify its power sources and strengthen its energy future.

AllAfrica - Headlines2 min read
Judge Restores Clean Energy Tax Credits for Wind, Solar
SolutionsJun 9

Judge Restores Clean Energy Tax Credits for Wind, Solar

A federal judge overturned guidance that threatened thousands of renewable energy projects, reopening a vital pathway for wind and solar farms to qualify for tax credits. The ruling marks a significant win for clean energy developers racing against a July deadline.

Google News - Clean Energy2 min read
Africa's Clean Energy Gets New Hope From Finance Fix
SolutionsApr 27

Africa's Clean Energy Gets New Hope From Finance Fix

Outdated banking rules have blocked billions in clean energy funding from reaching African solar and wind projects, but researchers now know exactly how to fix three key problems. Development banks and credit agencies are being called to update decades-old systems that treat cutting-edge green energy like risky speculation. #

Google: clean energy investment3 min read
Africa Turns to Renewable Energy for Real Economic Growth
Planet WinsMay 8

Africa Turns to Renewable Energy for Real Economic Growth

A groundbreaking report reveals that renewable energy, not fossil fuels, holds the key to lifting millions out of poverty across Africa. The findings are reshaping energy investment decisions at this week's Africa-France Summit in Kenya.

Google: economic growth report3 min read
Bangladesh Restores Green Energy Guarantees Amid Crisis
Planet WinsAug 11

Bangladesh Restores Green Energy Guarantees Amid Crisis

Bangladesh just reversed a policy mistake that blocked clean energy investment for two years, reopening the door for solar projects that could have prevented widespread factory shutdowns and power cuts. The government is now offering payment guarantees again after renewable energy developers said the missing protection kept them from building desperately needed solar plants.

PV Magazine3 min read
EU Funds 1,400 Clean Energy Projects, Saves Ireland's Energy Use
Planet WinsFeb 4

EU Funds 1,400 Clean Energy Projects, Saves Ireland's Energy Use

A nearly €1 billion EU program is turning clean energy dreams into reality across Europe, funding thousands of local projects that have already saved enough energy to power every home in Ireland for a year. Real people like Ivana, Luca, and Angela are proving that Europe's green transition isn't just policy talk anymore.

Google News - Clean Energy3 min read
Bloomberg Pledges $285M to Power Clean Energy Transition
SolutionsJun 22

Bloomberg Pledges $285M to Power Clean Energy Transition

Michael Bloomberg just committed $285 million to help clean energy industries in developing countries compete with fossil fuel giants. The funding will build the technical expertise and political influence renewable energy needs to meet soaring global electricity demand.

Google News - Clean Energy2 min read
New Zealand Unlocks Offshore Wind Energy Development
Planet WinsJul 8

New Zealand Unlocks Offshore Wind Energy Development

New Zealand just passed groundbreaking legislation that clears the way for offshore wind farms to power the nation's growing electricity needs. The new law creates a clear pathway for developers to tap into world-class wind resources while protecting the environment.

Google News - Wind Energy2 min read
Solar Funding Hits $11.1B as Clean Energy Surges Forward
Planet WinsMay 6

Solar Funding Hits $11.1B as Clean Energy Surges Forward

Solar energy just attracted $11.1 billion in the first quarter of 2026, with debt financing reaching its highest level in over a decade. The surge signals growing confidence in renewable energy as developers race to meet demand and secure tax credits.

PV Magazine2 min read
U.S. Sets Energy Record with Renewables at All-Time High
InnovationMay 16

U.S. Sets Energy Record with Renewables at All-Time High

America just produced more energy than ever before, with solar and wind power hitting new records alongside natural gas and oil. The milestone marks four straight years of growth and shows clean energy thriving in the national energy mix.

Google: renewable energy record2 min read
Hopi Leader Joins Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy
Acts of KindnessFeb 3

Hopi Leader Joins Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy

Former Hopi Tribal Chairman Timothy Nuvangyaoma is bringing eight years of clean energy leadership to help Indigenous communities nationwide achieve energy independence. His appointment marks a major win for Tribal sovereignty and sustainable economic development.

Google News - Clean Energy3 min read
Clean Energy Investment Now Doubles Fossil Fuel Spending
SolutionsJul 11

Clean Energy Investment Now Doubles Fossil Fuel Spending

Global investment in renewable energy and clean technology has surged to twice the amount spent on fossil fuels, marking a historic shift toward energy independence. The transition promises stable prices and security for families worldwide.

Google: clean energy investment2 min read
Maine's Clean Energy Jobs Grow 3X Faster Than Overall Jobs
Planet WinsMar 19

Maine's Clean Energy Jobs Grow 3X Faster Than Overall Jobs

Maine added $3 billion to its economy through clean energy in 2024, with job growth three times faster than the state's overall workforce. The state is now leading all of New England in clean energy sector expansion.

Google News - Clean Energy3 min read
Ethiopia and Italy Partner on Nuclear Energy Research
InnovationMar 13

Ethiopia and Italy Partner on Nuclear Energy Research

Ethiopia is teaming up with Italy to explore peaceful nuclear energy development, aiming to power the country's growing industries with reliable electricity. The partnership could help Ethiopia diversify beyond hydropower while building scientific expertise for the future.

Regional: ethiopia development (ET)2 min read

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