Energy

Ford is halting production of the F-150 Lightning, as the automaker‘s electric division is set to incur a loss of around $5 billion this year. Ford

Ford halts F-150 Lightning production amid $5B in EV losses

A Tulane University graduate student discovered a massive ancient Mayan city hidden in Mexico's jungle using LiDAR technology. Tulane University

Graduate student discovers ancient Mayan city in Mexican jungle

Despite being among the world’s most vulnerable nations to global warming, Papua New Guinea will boycott the upcoming COP29 climate summit. Getty Images

Papua New Guinea to boycott UN climate summit, calls it a ‘waste of time’

Several Texas cities are looking into adopting renewable-powered aerial gondolas, while critics point to past failures of similar projects. Whoosh Hold LP

Texas cities consider renewable-powered aerial gondolas for future transit

Mount Fuji sees its latest first snowfall in 130 years, with unseasonably high October temperatures delaying the iconic peak's usual snowcap. Getty Images

Record-breaking warmth delays first snowfall on Mount Fuji

A solar panel factory in Ohio is drawing criticism for receiving federal subsidies while being partially owned by a Chinese company. Illuminate USA

US renewable energy subsidies benefit a Chinese solar company in Ohio

Onagawa's reactor is number 13 out of 33 total reactors set to be brought back online since the natural disaster in 2011. Getty Images

Japanese nuclear reactor restarts 13 years after 2011 earthquake, tsunami

Ford CEO Jim Farley faces criticism for driving a Chinese-made Xiaomi EV while his company promotes their American-made electric vehicles. Xiaomi

Ford CEO drives Chinese EV as his company promotes US-made models

The Biden administration is investing $3 billion to reduce carbon emissions at American ports through zero-emission technology. AP Images

Biden administration announces $3B in funds to reduce emissions at US ports

New Bedford's fishing industry is urging federal officials to adjust planned offshore wind developments to protect vital scalloping grounds. Getty Images

Most profitable US fishing port voices concerns over offshore wind projects

An offshore wind project near Maryland faces a lawsuit over concerns about its potential impact on local economies and marine wildlife. Getty Images

Maryland offshore wind project sued over economic and environmental concerns

Rooftop solar panels can save money on energy bills, but homeowners may also face more expensive roof repairs as a result. Getty Images

Solar panels save on energy costs, but make roof repairs more expensive

A viral claim about soaring energy costs made during Trump's visit to a Bronx barbershop was found to be the result of a billing error. Getty Images

Billing error, not rising energy prices, behind viral Trump campaign moment

The U.S. government is investing millions in projects to reduce underwater noise and protect marine life during offshore wind installations. Getty Images

US funds projects to protect marine life during offshore wind farm construction

Scientists at the University of California, Berkeley developed a yellow powder that can capture CO2 from the atmosphere. UC Berkeley

Could this powder be the key to solving climate change?

Pete Kohnstam, from the fiber-optic company Nexans, discusses the initiative to link Texas with the US national power grid. Getty Images

Expert breaks down DOE plan to connect Texas with the national power grid

New York City is introducing solar-powered school buses that not only transport students but also store and supply energy to the local grid. First Student

NYC’s solar school buses transport kids and power the community

CNN claims Fox News edited Trump's barbershop visit, omitting false claims and rambling comments to create a seamless segment. Donald Trump via Instagram

Is the alleged $15,000 energy bill from Trump’s NYC barbershop visit accurate?

The global shift to renewable energy has relied on coal to meet rising electricity demands, delaying the projected peak in coal consumption. Getty Images

Coal is powering the world’s renewable energy transition

Researchers have rediscovered the "Mekong Ghost," a fish feared extinct for nearly two decades, offering hope for the Mekong River. @cambodianess

Rare fish feared extinct rediscovered in Southeast Asia

An $860 million federal solar investment in Puerto Rico comes as locals say existing projects have caused flooding and higher energy costs. Getty Images

Puerto Rico’s solar energy push comes with flooding and higher electric bills

China has activated the world’s largest wind turbine, raising concerns about its potential impacts on weather patterns and the environment. Getty Images

Scientists fear the world’s largest wind turbine will change the weather

Israel has launched a series of attacks on branches of the bank they say Hezbollah uses. AP Images

Israel targets Hezbollah’s financial operations

Apple's secret partnership with Chinese automaker BYD to develop a custom battery for its self-driving car project has been revealed. Getty Images

Apple’s secret partnership with Chinese automaker BYD revealed