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Germany to bury nuclear waste but toxic dispute unresolved
Radioactive waste will be encased in concrete for an eternity at Germany's Konrad site — but some have raised safety concerns.
Brookfield Acquires Share of Four UK Offshore Wind Farms from Ørsted
Two leading renewable energy players partner on operational U.K. offshore wind farms. Brookfield to acquire a 12.45% stake in 3.5 GW offshore wind portfolio...
Massachusetts ratepayers to pay extra $512M for transmission line for Canadian hydropower
Massachusetts ratepayers to cover $512 million in added costs for Maine-Canada power line, expected to save $3.4 billion over 20 years.
Is the UK’s hydrogen infrastructure prepared for a CfD-powered future?
The U.K.’s green hydrogen CfDs faces cost, demand, and market challenges. An OIES paper says government support and innovation are essential.
Analysis: Tentative green energy shoots at risk from US vote uncertainty
Renewable energy shares face uncertainty, with U.S. election outcomes impacting investor confidence and sector growth potential.
First Solar says several large rivals are infringing on patents
First Solar claims patent infringements by rivals, notifying Canadian Solar, JA Solar, Longi, Jinko, and Trina via attorney letters.
First Solar lowers annual sales forecast, posts rise in Q3 profit
First Solar cuts its 2024 sales forecast to $4.10–$4.25 despite a 16.6 per cent Q3 profit rise, aided by Biden's tariffs on imports.
Offshore wind industry says ‘misinformation’ from foes is a strong headwind it must fight
The U.S. offshore wind industry is combating disinformation about wind farms, including false claims linking them to whale deaths.
US chooses winning bids in first commercial sale for floating offshore Atlantic wind
The U.S. government awarded nearly $22 million in bids for floating offshore wind leases off New England, advancing clean energy goals.
How do Trump and Harris differ on energy policy?
Trump and Harris both seek to expand U.S. energy production, but differ sharply on methods, with Harris favoring clean energy.
