France has stormed into a new era of solar with a new law just passed requiring a massive increase in solar canopies. The country’s new law requires that that large parking lots have at least 50% of their lot covered in solar canopies. Naturally, this doesn’t apply to lots with something like 6, 8, or […]
Author: CleanTechnica
VinFast Establishing More Partnerships In U.S. & Europe
Vietnam’s VinFast has big plans to become an electric vehicle production giant, including wedging out its place in the markets of Europe and the United States. For anyone who was skeptical about the effort, a couple of new partnerships indicate that VinFast is indeed entering these markets and focused on attracting customers. (For anyone skeptical […]
Solar In Sports: Major League Sports Venues Across America Tap Into Renewable Energy
Millions around the country will gather in front of their screens this weekend to witness the biggest football game of the year, but they may not realize that the Kansas City and Philadelphia teams have solar powered stadiums. While this may be a historic Super Bowl with two Black quarterbacks starting in the big game, […]
No, Data Center Backup Isn’t A Good Fit For Redox Flow Batteries Yet
If you are only burning a few hundred gallons a year for a data center drawing 100 MW 24/7/365, the cost and carbon debt of fuel for your generators is not material.
Clean Energy 101: Methane-Detecting Satellites
Satellite “completeness” is a new and powerful concept in the push to slash climate pollution.
Plug-in Hybrids 2.0: A Dangerous Distraction, Not A Climate Solution
T&E commissioned the Technical University of Graz to independently test three new popular, average-sized plug-in hybrids — the BMW 3 Series, the Peugeot 308, and the Renault Megane — on the road. Key findings: 1) The real-world CO2 emissions of the tested plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) are 85–114 g/km, around 3 times the artificially low official […]
The Fossil Fuel Industry Is “Immorally Undermining Climate Action”
The remarks of Secretary General Antonio Gutterres in a speech to the UN General Assembly called out fossil fuel companies for
Heat Pump Wars In Maine
Oil and propane dealers in Maine are mounting a disinformation campaign designed to scare people who are considering installing a heat pump.
California Aims To Boot Dirty Investment With California Fossil Fuel Divestment Act (SB 252)
California continues to be a climate and cleantech leader. One of its big recent announcements in this regard is that state policymakers have introduced the California Fossil Fuel Divestment Act (SB 252). Naturally, this divestment move was stimulated by young adults, students. It was then introduced by Senator Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco), Senator Lena Gonzalez […]
Fun (And Serious) Electric Vehicle Aftermarket Accessories
There are hundreds of fun aftermarket accessories for your new electric vehicle, but don't forget the funnest one of all -- a bike rack for your bicycle or e-bike.