Boston Project Looks at Utilizing Thermal Energy from Water as Source for Heating and Cooling

MassCEC and the City of Boston are jointly funding the Boston Green Ribbon Commission to lead the Boston-Area Thermal Energy Network Project or BosTEN Project. The project will explore the technical, regulatory, and economic feasibility of using thermal energy from Boston-area water sources to support a transition away from the use of natural gas

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Downing develops one of Finland's first co-located wind and energy storage projects

Investment manager Downing is developing one of Finland's first co-located wind and energy storage projects, positioning the firm as a leader in Nordic hybrid solutions.

Community Solar Gardens: Making Renewable Energy Accessible to Renters

Unlike rooftop installations that require property ownership, community solar gardens provide households and businesses that cannot host on-site systems with access to renewable energy. They may be unable due to structural limitations, rental arrangements or financial barriers. 

European Commission confirms important role of higher ethanol blends in de-fossilising road transport

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has confirmed to MEPs that the EU should consider allowing higher ethanol blending in petrol in order to de-fossilise Europe’s car fleet more effectively.

Demand for second-hand electric lease cars surges 177 percent as UK drivers chase savings

UK drivers are snapping up second-hand leased electric cars and taking advantage of significant savings, according to new data from Octopus Electric Vehicles (Octopus EV).

Quaise Energy On Track to Build World’s First Power Plant Using Superhot Geothermal Energy

  Quaise Energy is on track to build the world’s first power plant using superhot geothermal energy, or that obtained by tapping into rock with temperatures greater than 300 degrees C (572 degrees F). The first phase of the company’s complex, known as Project Obsidian, is under construction in Oregon. It is expected to be operational as early as 2030.

Eclipse Energy and Wood to Scale Hydrogen Production from End-of-Life Oil Fields

As demand accelerates for scalable, cost-effective hydrogen, Eclipse Energy and Wood have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on the commercialization and global deployment of subsurface hydrogen production.

EU plan will boost heat pumps for energy independence

The European Commission has just published an energy plan that aims to increase heat pump sales to 4 million per year by 2030 and address electricity to gas price ratios, in a ‘toolbox’ of measures to protect European consumers from high energy prices caused by the fossil fuel crisis.

UK Government aims to deliver on-street and cross-pavement charging and break the link between high gas prices and clean energy

The UK Government has announced a series of measures to protect households across the country from energy crises, including breaking the link between gas and electricity prices and new long-term fixed-price contracts for renewables.

Matrix Renewables Announces Commercial Operations Of 281MWdC Solar Project in Texas

Matrix Renewables, the TPG Rise-backed global renewable energy platform, announced the start of commercial operations, the successful Investment Tax Credit funding and the conversion of its construction financing to long-term term debt for the 281MWdc / 210MWac Stillhouse Solar PV project.  The project represents an investment of over $380 million in Bell County, Texas. 

Biophilic Design Meets Solar Innovation

Renewable energy technologies are advancing. However, building inefficiency, HVAC loads and the urban heat island effect often prevent solar energy and other systems from reaching peak potential. Turning to nature might be the solution. With biophilic design, architects can create healthier structures that can enhance renewable energy performance, paving the way to next-level sustainability.

Noon Energy and Meta Announce Plans for Up to 1 GW of 100+ Hour Energy Storage for Data Centers

Noon Energy announced an agreement with Meta Platforms, Inc. to reserve up to 1 GW / 100 GWh of energy storage capacity. The collaboration will begin with a 25 MW / 2.5 GWh project, scheduled for completion by 2028. 

North America Wind Power Industry Report: Onshore Wind Remains Cost-effective, While Offshore Wind Benefits from High Energy Output

The North America Wind Power Market is forecasted to grow robustly from $38.16 billion in 2025 to $54.64 billion by 2033, reflecting a CAGR of 4.59%. This growth is driven by increasing demand for sustainable energy, technological advancements, and supportive government policies. 

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