Climate Change Solutions Update

Category: Transportation

Cut emissions:
– Enhance Efficiency
– Shift to Alternatives
– Electrify Vehicles
– Switch Fuels

  • NLR Battery Innovation Awarded NASA’s Invention of the Year

    The National Laboratory of the Rockies and NASA have developed the ISC-D, a device that triggers battery failure in lithium-ion cells to study reactions and prevent system-wide failures, recognized as NASA's 2025 Invention of the Year. This innovation has improved battery safety standards for space missions, with KULR Technology Group licensing the technology for embedding in battery cells for enhanced safety testing. Over 80 companies, including SpaceX and Tesla, are using the ISC-D technology, showcasing the importance of cross-industry collaborations in advancing battery safety and thermal management solutions for various applications in vehicles, aircraft, and spacecraft.

    https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/16/nlr-battery-innovation-awarded-nasas-invention-of-the-year-2/

  • Zayed Sustainability Prize Closes 2027 Submissions with Strong Global Participation

    The Zayed Sustainability Prize has closed submissions for its 2027 awards cycle, receiving a record 10,233 entries from 177 countries across six categories. The submissions reflect a growing emphasis on resilience, adaptability, and systems-level impact, with a focus on practical, community-focused solutions. Key trends include a strong focus on AI-enabled healthcare and agricultural technologies, decentralized energy, improved groundwater access, and circular economy approaches. The Climate Action category received the highest number of submissions, followed by Food, Health, Global High Schools, Energy, and Water, showcasing a global demand for practical solutions to address urgent challenges. The section discusses solutions in energy efficiency, renewable energy, water access, and climate action, with a focus on affordability, reliability, and community resilience. It highlights student-led projects in global high schools addressing renewable energy, water filtration, waste management, and biodiversity. The Zayed Sustainability Prize recognizes innovative solutions in various categories, with winners receiving funding to implement or expand their projects, positively impacting over 411 million lives worldwide and promoting sustainable development and resilience.

    https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/15/zayed-sustainability-prize-closes-2027-submissions-with-strong-global-participation/

  • Delhi Launches Big New EV Policies

    Delhi, India has implemented a new EV Policy 2.0 to combat air pollution by mandating that only electric three-wheelers and commercial goods vehicles can be registered starting in 2027, and all new scooters and motorcycles must be electric by 2028. The city is offering financial incentives for buyers, including subsidies for electric vehicles and additional incentives for scrapping old ICE vehicles. Delhi's efforts to transition to electric vehicles and improve air quality could serve as a positive example for other cities facing similar challenges, reflecting the success of strong government mandates in driving EV adoption seen in China and Europe. This shift towards electric vehicles is crucial in combating air pollution in urban areas like Delhi.

    https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/15/delhi-launches-big-new-ev-policies/

  • Cypress Creek & Google Break Ground on America’s Largest Solar Project

    Google and Cypress Creek are collaborating on the Steel River Energy Center, the largest solar energy project in the US, which will include 2.5 GWdc of solar and 2.9 GWh of battery storage. The project aims to provide clean energy to power Arkansas's growing industrial economy and meet the state's increasing demand for power. Solar and battery storage accounted for 91% of new electricity-generating capacity in the first quarter of 2026, supporting over 1.4 million jobs in the clean power industry. The project is using 100% U.S.-made components, benefiting the local economy and creating jobs, while Cypress Creek has committed $3 million to community initiatives in Mississippi County to support sustainable energy infrastructure and create lasting value through responsible development and community partnerships.

    https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/14/cypress-creek-google-break-ground-on-americas-largest-solar-project/

  • Climate Philanthropists Enable Local Communities to Own Their Futures

    The Ceibo Alliance, the Honnold Foundation, Blue Ventures, and the Everpure Foundation are all working to empower marginalized communities and promote sustainable practices worldwide. These initiatives focus on renewable energy, community-based fisheries management, and locally-led solutions in environmental sustainability. The Honnold Foundation specifically supports community-scale solar projects to increase climate resilience and reduce pollution, while Blue Ventures addresses overfishing through Locally Managed Marine Areas. Nonprofits are facing high demand for climate-related projects, aiming to help communities thrive in the face of climate breakdown and biodiversity loss. Resilience and adaptability are crucial in addressing the challenges arising from environmental and geopolitical factors.

    https://triplepundit.com/2026/climate-philanthropists-enable-local-communities-to-own-their-futures/

  • Indigenous Organizations And Tribal Nations Are Innovating Energy Solutions

    Indigenous-led organizations and tribal nations in the US are taking the lead in developing innovative clean energy solutions, with initiatives such as off-grid residential solar services and advanced tribal electrification projects. The Electric Innovation Initiative and Navajo Power are supporting projects led by Indigenous communities to advance electrification and create renewable energy projects that honor sovereignty and cultural values. By simplifying the process of building utility-scale projects on Tribal lands, they provide guidance, expertise, and reduced investment risks. These initiatives aim to enhance community energy sovereignty, reduce energy costs, and promote sustainability, showcasing the significant potential for renewable energy projects on indigenous lands.

    https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/13/indigenous-organizations-and-tribal-nations-are-innovating-energy-solutions/

  • Ep 224: Driving Circularity: shared infrastructure for scalable change

    Catherine Conway, Ingrid Irigoyen, and Kate Daly are pioneering women leading the charge in creating a circular economy, emphasizing early champions, shared infrastructure, and redesigning packaging systems to reduce emissions and waste. The Refill Coalition and Zero Emission Maritime Buyers Alliance showcase successful collaborations in implementing refill and returnable solutions and reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the shipping industry. Collective procurement initiatives have led to significant emissions reductions, reflecting a broader trend of companies coming together to accelerate innovation and build societal infrastructures for a circular system. The Consortium to Reinvent the Retail Bag highlights the importance of changing consumer habits and providing convenient, sustainable solutions in the retail industry through collaboration and shared infrastructure.

    https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org/podcasts/ep-224-driving-circularity-shared-infrastructure-for-scalable-change

  • It Was The Best Of Times, It Was The Worst Of Times For Electric Car Sales In America

    Despite a drop in EV sales post-federal incentive, the US market is rebounding with a 14.7% increase in Q2 2026 and a projected 17% growth by 2030. New product launches, state incentives, and consumer interest are driving this growth, with Tesla leading the market. The rise in EV charging infrastructure and hybrid car sales is also notable. Proposed legislation to ban foreign-connected components aims to protect national security but raises concerns about data privacy and consumer choice. The bill has garnered support from industry players but may impact the market dynamics and consumer rights.

    https://cleantechnica.com/?p=376445

  • Head of IEA Roasts Europe for “Slow Electrification”

    The International Energy Agency (IEA) criticizes Europe's low electrification rate of 23%, highlighting the vulnerability of the EU's heating, transport, and industrial sectors to supply disruptions due to heavy reliance on imported fossil fuels. Despite industry pushback, the EU is considering plans to lower taxes on electricity and support the adoption of green technologies like heat pumps and electric cars to catch up to countries like China, Japan, and South Korea with electrification rates above 30%. The question remains whether the EU will make significant progress in increasing electrification to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and mitigate climate change.

    https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/12/head-of-iea-roasts-europe-for-slow-electrification/

  • Cinergy Mobile Power Debuts Smart, Clean Mobile Energy Solutions for South Africa’s Film and Live Events Industries

    Cinergy Mobile Power is revolutionizing the South African film industry by providing clean, quiet, and cost-effective mobile power solutions that replace diesel generators with solar-hybrid and battery-based platforms. With support from climate-focused venture capital firm Holocene, Cinergy's systems have been successfully used in film productions and off-grid events, reducing emissions and saving production costs. The company's collaboration with Netflix for season two of the One Piece series showcased the practicality and cost-effectiveness of their technology, which is expected to scale climate solutions in Africa by working with local solution providers and utilizing high-performance battery solutions from Freedom Won.

    https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/11/cinergy-mobile-power-debuts-smart-clean-mobile-energy-solutions-for-south-africas-film-and-live-events-industries/