Energy

Researchers in China have created a sponge that can absorb up to 99.9% of microplastics in water.

Biodegradable sponge could remove 99.9% of microplastics from water

Investigators are working to figure out what caused an Azerbaijan Airlines plan to crash in Kazakhstan Wednesday.

Questions surround plane crash in Kazakhstan, 38 killed

Chinese EV maker BYD faces allegations of forced labor and inhumane conditions at the construction site of its upcoming factory in Brazil.

Chinese EV maker BYD faces allegations of ‘slavery-like’ conditions

California democrats make last minute attempt to secure more funding for high-speed rail

California Democrats race to secure more funding for high-speed rail

A new lawsuit accuses Florida's Public Service Commission of violating constitutional rights by approving fossil fuel-focused utility plans.

Florida’s approval of fossil fuel-reliant utility plans faces lawsuit

The Biden administration has approved its 11th offshore wind farm amid industry challenges and uncertainty under the Trump administration.

Biden approves another offshore wind farm amid industry challenges in 2024

The U.S. solar energy sector saw record growth in 2024, but future expansion faces a variety of potential challenges.

US solar energy saw record growth in 2024 amid emerging challenges

Arizona's data center expansion is straining the power grid and raising concerns over neglected energy needs in underserved communities.

Arizona’s data center growth negatively impacts underserved communities

Honda and Nissan agree to merger talks, potentially creating world's third-largest automaker, rivaling Toyota and Volkswagen.

Honda, Nissan officially begin talks to merge

Officials are considering a deal for Phoenix to trade water rights for federal funding to ease strain on the drought-stricken Colorado River.

Phoenix may trade water rights for $300M amid Colorado River drought

San Bernardino County's removal of wild burros over safety concerns has seen pushback, with some residents arguing the animals should remain.

Wild burros removed in California over safety concerns, sparking local debate

Hawaii has mandated the removal of multiple wind turbines, raising concerns about how this will impact the state's clean energy goals.

Hawaii orders wind turbine removal that may impact state’s clean energy goals

Virginia plans to build the world’s first grid-scale nuclear fusion power plant amid growing energy demands from data centers in the state.

World’s first nuclear fusion power plant set to be built in Virginia

President Joe Biden is making a final push to ramp up U.S. climate goals to address concerns over global warming.

Biden announces new 2035 climate goals before Trump takes office

Global coal usage reached a record high in 2024, driven by demand in China and India, with the IEA projecting a plateau through 2027.

Global coal demand hits record high in 2024, set to plateau through 2027

A U.K. based renewable energy company is scouting locations in the U.S. to power artificial intelligence through a wood-burning power plant.

UK-based company planning to power AI in the US with wood-burning plant

A new study found pricier smartwatch wristbands contain high levels of "forever chemicals," raising concerns about potential health risks.

Study finds ‘forever chemicals’ in higher-priced smartwatch wristbands

A recent study found that dozens of high-rise buildings in Miami are sinking by up to three inches, prompting calls for continued monitoring.

Study finds dozens of Miami area high-rises are sinking, raising concerns

A pair of Japan’s largest automakers, Honda and Nissan, are in talks to merge, with a goal of becoming more competitive in the EV sector.

Honda and Nissan reportedly discuss a merger to strengthen EV competitiveness

Amazon is adding to its major Midwest technology hub investment while helping to shape the future of artificial intelligence.

Amazon invests $10 billion in Ohio data centers to drive AI evolution

The world’s largest single-capacity wind turbine experienced a failure of its typhoon-proof blades during extreme testing off China's coast.

World’s most powerful wind turbine sees its typhoon-proof blades break in China

Scientists in Kenya discovered an insect that can consume and break down polystyrene, an ability that could help reduce plastic pollution.

Scientists discover plastic-eating insect with potential to combat pollution

Lawmakers are advocating for copper to be added to the critical minerals list to support renewable energy, despite environmental concerns.

Copper designation may benefit clean energy, raises environmental concerns

Elon Musk's SpaceX has proposed incorporating its Starbase facility in Texas into its own city amid criticism from environmentalists.

Elon Musk wants to turn SpaceX headquarters into new Texas city

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