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Norway just crossed 1 gigawatt of solar power capacity, marking solar's permanent place in a country that already gets 90% of its electricity from hydropower. The pairing creates a natural climate-proof backup system that makes Norway's power grid more secure during dry years.
Australian expert Arnold Dix reports rescue teams in Nepal have discovered fresh air in flood-damaged tunnels where 900 people are trapped. Four survivors have been pulled to safety in recent days, giving hope that more people may still be alive underground.
Two companies are turning ordinary water pipelines into renewable power generators with a $200 million investment plan. The technology captures energy from flowing water without building dams or disrupting service.
Three Norwegian hydropower stations that power 79,000 homes are getting a complete digital overhaul starting in 2028. The upgrade will help stabilize Europe's growing renewable energy network for decades to come.
Seven hydropower dams in Washington just proved teamwork pays off. New research shows coordinated operation could increase revenue by up to 4.3% while producing more clean energy for the grid.
Three hydropower plants in western Norway are getting a major tech upgrade that will keep them running strong for decades while helping Europe balance its renewable energy grid. The modernization shows how updating old clean energy can be just as important as building new.
Egyptian companies just completed Tanzania's massive Julius Nyerere hydropower project, bringing clean electricity to millions. The five-year effort showcased African nations working together to solve energy challenges across the continent.
A new map reveals solar energy now leads renewable power generation in 22 U.S. states, while wind dominates the Great Plains and hydropower rules Canada. The regional clusters show clean energy gaining ground across North America in distinct patterns shaped by geography and natural resources.
Canada just announced the largest clean energy investment in North American history. The $44 billion plan could power Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver combined while creating 23,000 jobs.
Canada just announced a $50 billion clean energy project that could power its three largest cities combined. The massive hydropower expansion marks North America's biggest renewable energy investment in history.
Canada just announced North America's largest clean energy investment: a $50 billion plan to develop 14,000 megawatts of hydropower and 2,000 megawatts of wind. The massive Churchill Falls project will generate enough electricity to power every vehicle in Canada.
Canada just announced the largest clean energy investment in North American history, a $50 billion package that will power millions of homes and export renewable electricity to U.S. cities. The project includes major hydropower expansions, new wind farms, and transmission lines built in partnership with Indigenous communities.