Fluence Energy, Inc. and Torch Clean Energy recently announced the Winchester project, a solar-plus-storage facility in Cochise County, Arizona. Torch Clean Energy is developing the project and Fluence is providing the battery storage technology — the Gridstack Pro 5000. The project delivery date is expected to be early 2027. The … [continued]
Waymo is on a roll this week. Just after announcing that it plans to roll out in London next year, today, the self-driving vehicle company announced that it is partnering with DoorDash starting in its original robotaxi city of Phoenix, Arizona. “Waymo and DoorDash are partnering to make deliveries seamless … [continued]
Despite the abrupt U-turn in federal energy policy, solar farming innovators continue to push the envelope on agrivoltaic practices that combine farm productivity with renewable energy generation, habitat restoration, and soil conservation.
Electrification of transportation, sometimes called the EV Revolution, is about much more than personal transportation. Electric cars, SUVs, pickup trucks, e-bikes, and electric motorcycles tend to get the most press and interest on social media, but there are many fleet vehicles undergoing electrification as well. Tractor trailers (semi trucks) transport … [continued]
Rivian emerged out of stealth with a mission to bring adventure to the world of electric vehicles in the form of a full sized electric truck and one of the very few 7-seater fully electric SUVs on the market. They designed both with premium materials that were at the same … [continued]
From having spent a lot of time in California, there might be a California bias in my sustainability coverage. The Golden State has the most EVs of all US states and is a leader in clean energy and energy storage. So there’s much to write about, and perhaps I have … [continued]
Waymo is on a roll. It keeps rolling into new markets. It keeps proving that its robotaxis are safer than human drivers. And now it’s also scaling up via US manufacturing and its partnership with Uber, which is going very well. Waymo announced this week that it is now providing … [continued]
For seasoned e-bike riders, The Lectric Garage in Phoenix, Arizona, offers more than just a showroom — it serves as a dynamic hub for the e-bike community. Located at 2311 W. Utopia Road, this Lectric eBikes facility provides hands-on experiences, exclusive deals, and dedicated support for e-bike enthusiasts. Experience Before … [continued]
In a significant legal development, a coalition of advocacy organizations has filed an appeal challenging the Arizona Corporation Commission’s (ACC) decision to uphold a fee imposed on Arizona Public Service (APS) customers who utilize rooftop solar panels. The appeal, lodged on January 28, 2025, contends that the so-called “Grid Access … [continued]
During the summer of 2025, there are going to be more visitors than ever before in the forests and mesas of Arizona, just as there will be anywhere. Outdoor recreation is a massively growing industry, and the economic growth it generates is not only vital to the communities people go … [continued]
