Unpredictable gas prices are steering families toward electric SUVs. As EV interest rises, the automotive landscape in the United States is undergoing rapid changes that place electric SUVs front and center.

Sierra Vista residents who tried to halt a new solar farm project faced disappointment this week. At the same time, devotees of corporate coffee drive-thru options found plenty to cheer about, underscoring vastly different fortunes in one Arizona community.

A once-promising lithium dream in Imperial Valley faces new uncertainty. A court decision questions whether the region has sufficient Colorado River water, prompting local supervisors to offer developers millions in refunds.

Nevada, blessed with an average of 300 days of sunshine annually, stands poised for a solar revolution. Yet, a recent opinion piece argues that outdated federal permitting processes remain a significant barrier to tapping into this multi-billion-dollar potential.

An 84-year-old geoscientist reflects on a lifetime of studying our planet’s changes, offering personal insights into climate forces shaping our everyday lives. From a porch overlooking the Animas River, the writer ponders the torrent of headlines about heat domes, rising sea levels, and strained air.

New planning rules outline strict criteria for installing plug-in solar panels, and not all areas qualify under “permitted development.” If your proposed spot is off-limits, you may need formal permission before moving ahead.

A proposed 150-megawatt solar project in Jay has sparked an appeal from residents concerned about its size, setbacks, impacts on wildlife, and potential effects on nearby homes. The development, put forth by Walden Renewables, has prompted fresh questions about how large-scale solar initiatives should be introduced in local communities.

Everlight, a materials supplier recognized for its Eversolar® encapsulants, is driving forward the commercialization of perovskite solar technologies. In a conversation with Photovoltaic Materials Manager Gordon Chao, the company outlines its mission to enable reliable, large-scale manufacturing through innovative encapsulation solutions and cross-sector collaborations.

New AI data centers are proliferating worldwide, bringing a surge in air pollution. As technological ambitions rise, so do questions about the true environmental cost of this powerful industry.

Ford has announced a new partnership with Chinese automaker Geely Auto to produce low- and zero-emission vehicles in Valencia, Spain. This move seeks to expand Ford’s European market footprint and compete more effectively with fast-growing Chinese car companies.

Team 625 of the Fairburn Volunteer Fire Department in Custer County, South Dakota, has been dispatched to help near Fort Yates, North Dakota. Their newest assignment arrives on the heels of a two-week deployment tackling blazes in Colorado.

After years of speculation, scientists have pinpointed the physical cause of repeated short circuits in solid-state batteries. This development transforms a major unknown into a solvable engineering challenge, potentially paving the way for their commercial breakthrough.

A new solar-based method could transform how we handle a simple chore: drying clothes. By leveraging custom-built panels that produce heated air rather than electricity, [Greenhill Forge] shows a fresh path toward eco-friendly household processes.

Texas has been struck by catastrophic flash floods, claiming at least two lives and leaving hundreds in need of rescue. The same region was devastated by floods just a year ago, compounding recovery efforts and sparking urgent official responses.

A severe air quality alert from the La Crosse National Weather Service has impacted daily life across the River Valley. Wildfire smoke and extreme heat have forced the cancellation of events like “Moon Tunes” and prompted closures of local services and community spaces.

Thick smoke from rampant Canadian wildfires has blanketed multiple regions of the U.S., with the Great Lakes states facing some of the nation’s most hazardous air conditions. Officials warn that lingering haze poses significant health and travel concerns.

The Beaver Creek II Informational Open House invites the public to learn about a local wind farm project on Tuesday, July 28. From 3 to 6 p.m. at the Big Timber Carnegie Library, visitors can explore key details related to one of the area’s environmental and business initiatives.

A week of meetings in Brussels and Strasbourg underscored Europe’s concerns about America’s diminished influence. Despite constructive talks on energy and climate policy, the experience revealed how fragile transatlantic ties may be and why leaders on both sides of the Atlantic are eager to rebuild them.

Outdated permitting procedures are holding back much-needed transmission lines, preventing clean energy from reaching the grid and contributing to high electricity rates. A recently published letter implores Congress to enact reforms and unlock the nation’s renewable power potential.

Washington’s Big Four Ice Caves face the threat of a full melt, potentially for the first time in living memory. Experts say hotter summers and dwindling snowpack in the Pacific Northwest are driving this remarkable environmental shift.

Nelson City Council took important steps toward achieving Step Code four for local construction this week. By passing the first two readings of Building Bylaw amendments, the council signaled a strong commitment to reducing carbon emissions and fostering sustainable building practices.