February 5th, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
At a BNEF conference in San Francisco this week, a Volkswagen board member said the company continues to invest twice as much money on development of fossil fueled cars as on electric cars. Why? Because, you know, people don't want to buy electric cars, do they?
February 5th, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
WattTime is a nonprofit affiliate of Rocky Mountain Institute that has developed an algorithm called Automated Emission Reduction that seeks out the best time to recharge your electric car with electricity from the most environmentally friendly sources.
February 5th, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
Researchers at the University of Liege in Belgium have modeled how prevailing winds in southern Greenland could generate electricity that could help power Europe via high voltage DC transmission lines.
February 4th, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
Electrify America has announced it will install Tesla Powerpacks at more than 100 fast charging locations this year. The Tesla batteries will ensure EV drivers have enough electricity available to recharge their cars during times of peak demand.
February 4th, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
Greta Thunberg, the Swedish teenager who has sparked climate protests around the world, has been hit with a backlash of hatred and innuendo. In a statement, she sets the record straight.
February 4th, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
Three nuclear power projects in the UK are being cancelled due to intense pressure from renewables. Yet Poland believes nuclear is the key to its energy future. How can nuclear be bad for the UK but good for Poland
February 3rd, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
Abu Dhabi has commissioned the world's largest energy storage battery, a 108 MW/648 MWh monster that uses sodium sulfur technology instead of conventional lithium-ion cells.
February 2nd, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
Audi will have a 60-second spot during the second quarter of this year's Super Bowl. Does it make people want to own an electric car? Watch it yourself and tell us what you think.
February 2nd, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
BYD has introduced three electric trucks for the European market. Known mostly for its electric buses, it now wants to expand its lineup as it leads the way forward to a zero emissions future.
February 1st, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
Studies show that EVs provide benefits to utility customers even if they don't drive an electric car. The more EVs on the road, the greater the benefits for everyone.
February 1st, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
El Dorado Chevrolet/Mazda in McKinney, Texas is building 37 canopies over its new car inventory and fitting them with solar panels. When the project is complete later this year, it will be one of the first net zero car dealers in America
February 1st, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
Florida Power & Light has embarked on an ambitious program that will install 30 million solar panels by 2030, making it one of the largest renewable energy providers in the world.
January 31st, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
The governor of New Mexico has signed an executive order making hers the 19th state to join the US Climate Initiative. The goal is to reduce the state's carbon emissions 45% in the next 12 years.
January 31st, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
A committee of the Australian Senate says the country should do more to promote an electric car revolution, but its recommendations are viewed as weak by most EV advocates.
January 31st, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
The bitter cold blasting the Midwest is not proof that global warming doesn't exist. It proves that it is. Here's why.
January 31st, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
Haiyun Motors says it is bringing its $5,000 electric pickup truck to Europe and America this year. It has a load capacity of 1,100 pounds and a range of 75 miles.
January 30th, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
Trump's latest Twitter gaffe raised an interesting question -- can The Donald read and write?
January 30th, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
Young people in many countries are banding together to pressure political leaders to take action on climate change, led by Greta Thunberg of Sweden
January 29th, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
When temperatures soared to new records recently in Australia, coal and gas generating stations went off line but renewables saved the day.
January 29th, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
Porsche says Taycan drivers will be eligible for free charging at Electrify America locations for three years from the date of purchase. At 350 kW, a Taycan can add 60 miles of range in 4 minutes.
January 29th, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
Nikola Motors is hiring and is giving priority to former Tesla workers, especially those who were recently laid off. It claims to have $8 billion in pre-orders for its hydrogen fuel cell powered tractor.
January 29th, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
Corvus Energy, the largest supplier of energy storage systems for ships, has been selected to power 5 new all electric ferries for Fjord 1, Norway's largest ferry operator.
January 28th, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
Ben & Jerry's will stop using plastic spoons and straws in its 600 stores while it continues its quest to eliminate plastic waste from its operations. Stop in on April 9 for a free ice cream cone!
January 28th, 2019 | by Steve Hanley
The first solar power plant in Canada featuring bifacial solar panels has received support from Canada's Emerging Renewable Power Program. The 23 MW facility will be built in southern Alberta.
