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Electric Vehicles Surpass 20% of New Car Sales in Australia Amid Rising Fuel Costs
Energy & Climate

Electric Vehicles Surpass 20% of New Car Sales in Australia Amid Rising Fuel Costs

Australia's electric vehicle market share has stayed above 20% for three months, driven by soaring fuel prices and improving EV technology, reshaping consumer preferences.

Generac to Triple Generator Production Amid Surge in AI Data Center Demand
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Generac to Triple Generator Production Amid Surge in AI Data Center Demand

Generac plans to triple its generator output as expanding AI data centers drive a surge in demand for reliable backup power systems.

Jellyfish Swarms Force Shutdowns at Major French Nuclear Power Plant Again
Energy & Climate

Jellyfish Swarms Force Shutdowns at Major French Nuclear Power Plant Again

A massive jellyfish bloom clogged the cooling systems of several reactors at France’s Gravelines nuclear plant, forcing outages similar to an incident last year.

Europe's Growing Renewable Energy Cuts Methane Demand and Reshapes Power Markets
Energy & Climate

Europe's Growing Renewable Energy Cuts Methane Demand and Reshapes Power Markets

As wind and solar capacity soar across Europe, methane use for electricity generation declines sharply, signaling a fundamental shift in the continent's energy landscape.

PM Modi Sets Ambitious Targets for India’s Nuclear Power and Global Business Presence
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PM Modi Sets Ambitious Targets for India’s Nuclear Power and Global Business Presence

Prime Minister Modi outlined goals for 100 GW nuclear capacity, five new reactors, and expanding India’s footprint among Fortune 500 firms and semiconductor manufacturing.

Kia Unveils Affordable EV3 Electric SUV Pricing for US and Canadian Markets
Energy & Climate

Kia Unveils Affordable EV3 Electric SUV Pricing for US and Canadian Markets

Kia launches the EV3, its most affordable electric SUV yet, priced under $30,000 in the US and marking the lowest-cost EV offering in Canada.

Jellyfish Swarms Force Shutdown of French Nuclear Reactor for Second Consecutive Year
Energy & Climate

Jellyfish Swarms Force Shutdown of French Nuclear Reactor for Second Consecutive Year

A northern French nuclear plant halted operations again after jellyfish clogged cooling pumps, highlighting growing risks to infrastructure amid climate change.

New Utility Tools Aim to Lower EV Charging Costs for Low-Income and Renters
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New Utility Tools Aim to Lower EV Charging Costs for Low-Income and Renters

Two clean energy nonprofits released a Utility Brief and Playbook to help utilities design affordable EV charging programs that address the “renter’s penalty.

Genesis Launches GV80 Hybrid with Advanced EV-Like Drive and Enhanced Efficiency
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Genesis Launches GV80 Hybrid with Advanced EV-Like Drive and Enhanced Efficiency

Genesis introduces its first hybrid model, the GV80 HEV, featuring a new 2.5 Turbo Hybrid system that promises quieter driving and significantly improved fuel efficiency.

Chinese EVs Reach Record Share in Europe Despite High Import Tariffs
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Chinese EVs Reach Record Share in Europe Despite High Import Tariffs

Chinese electric vehicles now capture over 14% of Europe’s battery EV market, pushing local manufacturers and regulators to reconsider tariffs and market strategies.

Mitsubishi Partners with Foxtron for New Electric SUV Launching in Australia
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Mitsubishi Partners with Foxtron for New Electric SUV Launching in Australia

Mitsubishi will introduce the ASX VR-e, a rebadged Foxtron Bria electric crossover, in Australia before the end of 2026, marking a fresh move beyond Nissan alliances.

Amazon’s New Texas AI Data Center to Become Largest Single Polluter in the US
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Amazon’s New Texas AI Data Center to Become Largest Single Polluter in the US

Amazon plans to build a massive gas-powered plant in Texas to fuel its AI data center, set to emit more CO2 annually than any other single source in the country.