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India’s power needs are surging. So why is solar going to waste?

India struggles to use all its clean power despite high demand. Renewable energy providers curtail output as the grid cannot handle excess generation. Insufficient transmission and storage capacity hinder the integration of clean energy sources. Building new power lines takes longer than renewable energy projects. India needs more batteries and…

The Economic Times

India’s power demand is surging, but some solar energy is going to waste

As extreme heat and poor monsoon rains result in more demand for power in India for cooling and pumping out groundwater for agriculture, India is managing to meet its power needs

The Independent UK

New 24/7 bus to Edinburgh Airport will slash travellers' fares in half

Ember have announced that they will launch their new E20 service from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport on September 2.

The National (Scotland)

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Geothermal energy promises a domestic energy supply – the EU needs a strategy

The EU runs the risk of standing idly by whilst the US and Canada develop geothermal energy into an industry. In Europe discussions about partnerships are still ongoing, writes Tatiana Mindekova from the global energy think tank ‘Ember’ in a guest article for Euronews.

Euronews

India's power system just passed a historic tipping point

India’s clean energy capacity has crossed fossil-fuel capacity for the first time, with 331.7 GW of clean capacity versus 302 GW of fossil-fuel capacity, according to Ember and Global Energy Monitor data. However, coal still dominates electricity generation, supplying around 70% of India’s power, because coal plants can operate continuously…

The Economic Times

India fuels worldwide jump in planned coal production

Rise in new mine proposals, mainly in states of Odisha and Jharkhand, comes despite plateau in global demand

The Guardian - UK

Battle of the sub-$500 TVs — I watched 3 movies on the cheapest Samsung TV and second-cheapest Amazon TV, and this is the best bang for your buck

I compared the Samsung U8000H to the Amazon Ember 4-Series with three UHD Blu-ray movies.

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Batteries can save Europe’s solar and wind power from being wasted. But are they a blackout risk?

A new report claims that the battery boom could trigger power outages, but experts say the risk is ‘tiny’.

Euronews

How Europe’s drought exposes ‘weakness of fossil fuels’ as Poland forced to shut down coal plants

Poland has been forced to reduce output on its coal-fired power plants following critically low water levels in the Vistula River.

Euronews

High bills, cheap panels drive a Philippine solar surge

MANILA - Edwin Salas watched as the first of 20 solar panels was installed on the roof of his home, joining a Philippine solar energy boom sent into overdrive by the Middle East war.

Bangkok Post

Europe’s hydropower nears ‘all-time-low’ as summer drought worsens. Is gas the only backup?

“We are simply missing one-third of the water volume that our hydropower plants would normally process.”

Euronews

Solar powers record share of Britain’s electricity mix in July

Farms and rooftop panels contribute 14.4% to the grid – and figures reveal a surge in new installations

The Guardian - UK

Wind and solar power ‘stranded’ in Europe’s outdated energy grid. Is there an ‘immediate’ solution?

“Political ambitions mean nothing if clean electrons are stranded in connection queues.”

Euronews

I tested the ultra-affordable Amazon Ember 4-Series TV and I wasn’t disappointed — here’s how it stacks up

Although it’s not as bright or color-accurate as pricier alternatives, for around $300, the Amazon Ember 4-Series is a decent option.

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Euronews

Worried investors and negative electricity prices: Has Spain’s solar boom really turned ‘bust’?

Media headlines warn that Spain has over-delivered on solar. But is that really the full story?

Euronews

Solar-mad Germans turn to battery storage to shield themselves against fossil fuel price shocks

“Consumers have recognised how useful and profitable batteries are, especially in combination with solar systems, heat pumps and EVs.”

The Guardian - AU

Donald Trump may be the accidental hero of a feelgood climate tale even as a creeping horror story plays alongside

Even as we watch a deadly heatwave sweep through Europe, the US president’s ineptness has created reason for optimism on the climate crisis

Euronews

A ‘strategic mistake of colossal proportions’: Why Trump is losing the war on renewables

Donald Trump’s efforts to push polluting coal onto Americans appear to be failing, as more households opt for rooftop solar.

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Euronews

Rooftop solar can provide five hours of 'free' air conditioning a day. But is it green?

Energy analysts say solar power and air conditioning are ‘complementary technologies’ – but is the race to cool Europe down backfiring?

Euronews

Europe’s heatwave could trigger blackouts. Which countries are most exposed?

“Record-shattering temperatures are feeding demand for air conditioning and driving surges in demand for electricity.”

The Economic Times

India sets transmission project deadlines to speed up renewable energy expansion

India has introduced standardized timelines for power transmission projects to accelerate renewable energy integration. The Central Electricity Authority's new guidelines aim to synchronize grid expansion with generation and distribution, reducing delays that hinder new power capacity. These measures are crucial as transmission expansion struggles to match the rapid growth of…

The Guardian - UK

Spanish households save €10 a month thanks to renewables expansion, report finds

Thinktank says decoupling electricity from gas prices has also helped shield Spain from hikes caused by Iran war

Euronews

Spain’s renewables revolution is paying off: Electricity bills are lower despite energy crisis

Homes and business are benefitting from Spain's commitment to clean energy.

The Times of India

The solar superpower: China added more solar power than the rest of the world combined in 2025

In 2025, solar power had its biggest year ever, and one country was behind most of it. China alone added 336 terawatt-hours (TWh) of new solar power, which is more than every other region in the world put together. This single number shows just how fast China's clean energy push…

International Business Times

Solar energy Generates More Electricity Than Coal in The U.S. for First Time Ever

Once the dominant source of U.S. electricity, coal has steadily lost market share due to competition from cheaper natural gas, renewable energy expansion, aging power plants, and environmental regulations.

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