Eversource, National Grid, EnergyHub, Sunrun, and The Mobility House are collaborating to test vehicle-to-grid (V2G) capabilities in Massachusetts, allowing EV drivers to earn incentives while supporting grid reliability and affordability. By enrolling V2G-capable EVs in the Connected Solutions program, drivers can help reduce grid strain and enhance stability, turning parked EVs into valuable tools for a more reliable energy system. National Grid is also using V2G for light-to-medium-duty fleets, while Eversource is exploring opportunities with school districts. The Mobility House focuses on shaping a zero emissions future by providing resilient EV charging technology that integrates flexible charging with energy systems to stabilize the grid and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
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– Enhance Efficiency
– Shift to Alternatives
– Electrify Vehicles
– Switch Fuels
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Retail giant begins EV charger rollout at up to 30 store locations across Australia
Coles and Evie Networks have partnered to install electric vehicle charging stations at up to 30 locations across Australia in the next two years, with the first site already launched at Coles Middle Camberwell in Melbourne. This initiative aims to make EV charging more convenient for customers while they shop, recognizing the importance of EV infrastructure in meeting changing customer needs and the shift towards electric vehicles. Customers can access the charging sites through the Evie app, allowing them to view charger availability, start a charging session, and manage payment. This partnership highlights a step towards sustainable transportation solutions and the integration of EV infrastructure into everyday consumer experiences.
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Loganair Agrees To Buy Five BETA Technologies Short Range Electric Aircraft
Loganair, Scotland's primary regional airline, has agreed to purchase five ALIA CX300 electric airplanes from BETA Technologies, with an option for five more. These short-haul electric aircraft can be recharged in 20-40 minutes and have shown an energy efficiency of 1.37 kWh per nautical mile. The collaboration between Loganair, Royal Mail, UK CAA, and regional airports has been essential to the success of integrating these electric planes into scheduled operations. Airbus is pioneering a hybrid-electric non-propulsive energy architecture for the next generation of commercial aircraft, supported by the European Union Clean Aviation Joint Undertaking. BETA Technologies is working on expanding charging infrastructure for electric aircraft in the US, with plans for over 250 airports and vertiports to be equipped with charging infrastructure by 2030. Airbus is focusing on developing integrated, intelligent hybrid-electric architectures for the future of aviation, aiming to validate these systems through testing and a ground demonstration by 2027.
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Hyundai Motor Group Launches AllDayEnergy, Its Global V2X Service
Hyundai Motor Group has launched AllDayEnergy, a global Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) energy service that integrates smart charging, vehicle-to-grid, and vehicle-to-home services. The service will initially roll out in the UK via the Kia App in the second quarter of 2026, with planned expansion to Europe, the U.S., and Korea. AllDayEnergy allows bidirectional energy flow between electric vehicles and the grid, enabling customers to optimize energy usage, reduce costs, and support grid sustainability. The service includes V1G smart charging, V2G energy return to the grid, and V2H support for household electricity needs. Customers can access AllDayEnergy through the vehicle apps of Hyundai Motor and Kia, reflecting the Group's vision of smart energy management as part of daily life and transitioning into a smart energy solutions provider.
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A Call to Arms – UK Health Alliance on Climate Change
The urgent need for immediate transformative change to combat climate change is highlighted in the article, as the UK faces devastating consequences from heatwaves and rising temperatures due to greenhouse gas emissions. The impacts of climate change are already severe, threatening food supply, national security, and the economy. Adapting to extreme heat events and reducing emissions are crucial to mitigate the strain on resources and services, such as transportation, healthcare, and infrastructure. Transforming power generation, agriculture, building regulations, and transport, as well as promoting plant-based diets and restorative agriculture, are essential actions to combat the imminent threat of climate change and increase biodiversity while creating jobs and increasing infrastructure security. The time for action is now, as there is no time left for delay in addressing climate change.
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The Hydrogen Stream: green hydrogen production begins at North Sea gas platform
The PosHYdon pilot project in the North Sea has successfully produced green hydrogen by combining offshore wind power, natural gas production, and hydrogen production. Hyundai Motor Group has opened its first waste-to-hydrogen production facility in South Korea, while RCT Hydrogen has received a purchase order for a 10 MW electrolyzer project in Portugal. The Nordic-Baltic Hydrogen Corridor is seeing strong market demand for hydrogen infrastructure, and the European Commission is planning the next round of the Hydrogen Mechanism to focus on energy infrastructure development.
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Battery boast: Australia dodges global gas price shock with help of storage and renewables
Australia's success in using firmed renewables has helped reduce wholesale electricity prices by 30% year-over-year in the first half of 2026, contributing to a decline in prices and negative prices in certain states. Globally, renewables are on track to surpass coal generation this year, with a forecasted growth of more than 8% in 2026. The report predicts a significant increase in the deployment of renewables, driven by industrial expansion, electric vehicles, air conditioning, heat pumps, and data centers. To integrate variable renewable energy sources like wind and solar PV, grid modernization, system flexibility, and efficient infrastructure use will be crucial as global electricity consumption is projected to reach 30,700 terawatt hours in 2027.
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JinkoSolar targets retail power bills with Sunny 365 solar-storage platform
JinkoSolar has introduced "Sunny 365," a solar-plus-storage solution aimed at commercial and industrial customers to lower electricity expenses and control peak demand. This innovative platform integrates photovoltaic modules with liquid-cooled storage systems connected by an AI-driven dispatch system, addressing key challenges in the C&I market. Offering comprehensive project design, installation, and post-sales assistance, the system has already proven its effectiveness at a retail chain in Thailand for self-consumption and load management.
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“First of a kind” factory to mass produce wooden wind turbine blades wins critical EU backing
Voodin Blade Technology has been awarded €48 million from the European Union to build the world's first commercial factory for manufacturing wooden wind turbine blades. These blades are made from fully recyclable laminated veneer lumber, which produces 78% less CO2 emissions compared to traditional fibreglass blades. The factory, expected to begin operations in 2031, will be capable of producing up to 160 turbine blade sets each year using precision-machining guided by a digital model. Over the first decade of operation, the facility is expected to avoid more than 2.4 million tonnes of CO2-equivalent and create approximately 450 local jobs with an all-European supply chain.