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Michigan Invests $1.6B in Homegrown Battery Manufacturing
Planet Wins19h ago

Michigan Invests $1.6B in Homegrown Battery Manufacturing

DTE Energy is pumping $1.6 billion into Michigan-made battery storage systems that will power the state's clean energy future while creating over 2,000 good-paying jobs. The partnership with LG Energy Solution's Holland plant proves the clean energy transition can boost local economies and strengthen the electric grid at the same time.

Google: clean energy investment3 min read
US Renewables to Surpass Natural Gas by Early 2027
Planet Wins1d ago

US Renewables to Surpass Natural Gas by Early 2027

America's renewable energy capacity is set to overtake natural gas within a year, marking a historic turning point in the clean energy transition. Solar and wind installations are growing twice as fast as last year, despite political headwinds.

Electrek3 min read
Coal Station Becomes Clean Energy Hub After 52 Years
Planet Wins2d ago

Coal Station Becomes Clean Energy Hub After 52 Years

Two 170-meter chimneys crashed down in Australia's Hunter Valley, marking the end of a coal era and the start of a massive renewable energy project. The Liddell Power Station site is transforming into a solar manufacturing and battery storage hub that's already creating new jobs.

ABC Australia2 min read
France Begins €1.4B Clean Energy Transition at Old Plant
Planet Wins2d ago

France Begins €1.4B Clean Energy Transition at Old Plant

France is transforming its oldest nuclear plant into a model for safe decommissioning, turning 43 years of energy history into hope for the future. The 22-year project will safely dismantle Fessenheim while paving the way for next-generation clean energy.

France 24 English2 min read
Chilean Company Creates Safer Battery Storage Conductors
Innovation2d ago

Chilean Company Creates Safer Battery Storage Conductors

A Chilean manufacturer has developed advanced electrical conductors that prevent fires and toxic gas releases in battery storage systems. The innovation addresses one of the biggest safety challenges as renewable energy expands across Latin America.

Google News - Chile Renewable Energy2 min read
50 Countries Set Solar Import Records in March 2026
Planet Wins3d ago

50 Countries Set Solar Import Records in March 2026

China exported a record-breaking 68 gigawatts of solar panels in March, enough to power a country the size of Spain. African and Asian nations are racing to harness solar energy as the world shifts away from fossil fuels.

Google News - Solar Power Record2 min read
Philippines' SM Group Hits 31% Renewable Energy in 2025
Planet Wins3d ago

Philippines' SM Group Hits 31% Renewable Energy in 2025

One of the Philippines' largest companies just powered nearly a third of its operations with renewable energy, avoiding emissions equal to taking 300,000 cars off the road. The move proves big business can lead on climate action while cutting costs.

Google News - Clean Energy2 min read
Lithuania Hits 50% Renewable Power in Just 5 Years
Planet Wins5d ago

Lithuania Hits 50% Renewable Power in Just 5 Years

Lithuania transformed from 15% to 50% renewable electricity in five years, becoming the fastest green energy transition in the EU. The country now powers 99% of its needs domestically after breaking free from Russian fossil fuels.

Google News - Clean Energy2 min read
Wind and Solar Beat Natural Gas for First Time in April
Planet Wins5d ago

Wind and Solar Beat Natural Gas for First Time in April

For the first time ever, wind and solar power generated more electricity than natural gas in the United States during April. This historic milestone marks a turning point in America's clean energy transition.

Google News - Clean Energy2 min read
EU Stays Strong on Russian Energy Despite Crisis
Solutions6d ago

EU Stays Strong on Russian Energy Despite Crisis

The European Union is doubling down on its decision to move away from Russian oil and gas, even as energy prices climb. European Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis says the bloc won't backtrack on sanctions for cheaper fuel.

Euronews2 min read
Wind and Solar Met 90% of China's New Energy Demand in 2025
Planet WinsMay 21

Wind and Solar Met 90% of China's New Energy Demand in 2025

Despite building more coal plants as backup, the world's biggest coal user met nearly all its growing energy needs with renewables last year. It's a sign that the clean energy transition is happening faster than infrastructure planning can keep up.

Mongabay2 min read
Chile Shifts Green Hydrogen from Vision to Reality
SolutionsMay 21

Chile Shifts Green Hydrogen from Vision to Reality

Chile brought nearly 30 leaders to the world's biggest hydrogen summit with a clear message: they're done planning and ready to build. The South American nation is transforming its renewable energy advantage into clean fuel that could power the world.

Google News - Chile Renewable Energy2 min read
Poland's Solar Boom Could Replace 40,000 Coal Jobs
SolutionsMay 20

Poland's Solar Boom Could Replace 40,000 Coal Jobs

Poland's growing solar industry could maintain up to 40,000 jobs over the next 15 years, offering a lifeline to coal workers as the country transitions away from its largest electricity source. New research shows the shift doesn't mean job losses, just different work.

Regional: poland development (PL)3 min read
Poland's Solar Boom Will Match Coal Job Numbers by 2040
SolutionsMay 20

Poland's Solar Boom Will Match Coal Job Numbers by 2040

New research shows Poland can maintain steady employment for the next 15 years as solar jobs replace coal mining positions. The country's clean energy transition could create up to 40,000 stable solar industry jobs while reducing dependence on coal power.

PV Magazine3 min read
High Oil Prices Could Unlock $4 Trillion for Clean Energy
Planet WinsMay 20

High Oil Prices Could Unlock $4 Trillion for Clean Energy

Rising oil prices above $100 per barrel could trigger $4 trillion in new renewable energy investment by 2030, transforming the global energy landscape. Countries worldwide are racing to capture this moment while solar panels are at their cheapest point in history.

Google: clean energy investment2 min read
Cuba Launches Its Largest Wind Farm After 10-Year Delay
VideosMay 19

Cuba Launches Its Largest Wind Farm After 10-Year Delay

After a decade of setbacks, Cuba has started installing turbines at Herradura 1, a 51 MW wind farm that will power the island's renewable energy future. The project marks a major step toward Cuba's goal of 100% clean energy by 2050.

Google News - Wind Energy2 min read
Offshore Wind Surges Globally as Major Projects Launch
Planet WinsMay 18

Offshore Wind Surges Globally as Major Projects Launch

While U.S. offshore wind projects face delays, countries across four continents are launching massive clean energy developments that will power millions of homes. From South America's first licensed wind farm to Germany's largest offshore project, the global renewable energy transition is accelerating faster than ever.

Google News - Wind Energy2 min read
Clean Energy Investment Hits $1.1 Trillion Worldwide
Planet WinsMay 15

Clean Energy Investment Hits $1.1 Trillion Worldwide

Global companies have announced $1.1 trillion in clean energy manufacturing investments over the past seven years, marking unprecedented momentum in the shift away from fossil fuels. The surge in solar, wind, battery, and electric vehicle production shows the energy transition accelerating worldwide.

Google News - Clean Energy2 min read
Indonesia Plans Grid Reform to Boost Clean Energy Future
SolutionsMay 12

Indonesia Plans Grid Reform to Boost Clean Energy Future

Indonesia is redesigning how it funds its electricity grid to unlock billions in clean energy investment. A new financing model could cut costs and speed up the country's transition to renewable power.

Google: clean energy investment3 min read
India Adds Record 44 GW Solar Capacity in 2025
Planet WinsMay 12

India Adds Record 44 GW Solar Capacity in 2025

India installed a staggering 44 gigawatts of solar power in 2025, nearly matching the entire United States and representing an 18-fold leap from just a decade ago. The country now ranks among the world's top solar leaders with 150 GW total capacity.

Google News - Solar Power Record2 min read

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