EVs Take 91.5% Share In Norway

March’s auto market saw plugin EVs take 91.5% share in Norway, up from 91.1% year on year. BEVs alone took almost 90% share. Overall auto volume was 9,750 units, 50% down YoY, and the lowest March in 15 years. The Tesla Model Y was again Norway’s best selling vehicle. March ... [ … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 7 months ago

Ego, Greed, & The Hertz EV Debacle

The saga of how the EV rental experiment at Hertz went off the rails is not about the failings of electric cars, but the failings of humans. The post Ego, Greed, & The Hertz EV Debacle appeared first on CleanTechnica. | Continue reading


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The Ryvid Anthem Is A Sleek & Sporty Electric Commuter Motorcycle

The Ryvid Anthem looks like a great zero emission city bike, whether it’s ridden for commuting, running errands, or just plain fun. With a top speed of up to 84 mph, a range of up to 75 miles per charge, and a relatively quick charging time, the Anthem has a ... [continued] The p … | Continue reading


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Ford Settles It: Electric Vehicle Gloom & Doom Was Premature

Ford claps back at electric vehicle doomscrollers with plans for a new EVs including confirmation of the secret "skunkworks" project. The post Ford Settles It: Electric Vehicle Gloom & Doom Was Premature appeared first on CleanTechnica. | Continue reading


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Power Forward Communities Awarded $2 Billion To Decarbonize US Homes

The EPA will provide $2 billion in funding from the IRA to Power Forward Communities to lower emissions from American homes and businesses. The post Power Forward Communities Awarded $2 Billion To Decarbonize US Homes appeared first on CleanTechnica. | Continue reading


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Autonomous Electric Trains Really Are Coming For Your Diesel

The US startup Intramotev is squeezing diesel out of the freight hauling business, starting with electric trains for heavy industries. The post Autonomous Electric Trains Really Are Coming For Your Diesel appeared first on CleanTechnica. | Continue reading


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Roam’s Electric Motorcycles Will Soon Be Available In 30 Stores In Kenya

Roam is now scaling up production of its flagship Roam Air electric motorcycle, and will now have its motorcycles on show in at least 30 stores in Kenya, in collaboration with several partners. The post Roam’s Electric Motorcycles Will Soon Be Available In 30 Stores In Kenya appe … | Continue reading


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Daisy, The Split Screen VW T1 Camper Electric Transformation — Part 2

First of all, make sure to see part 1 of this series, where we experience this beautiful T1 with its original drivetrain. This is a really well restored T1, and it works fine with its original drivetrain, and I think it’s important for context to see this T1 functioning with ... … | Continue reading


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Vattenfall & RWE Conclude Sale Of Norfolk Offshore Wind Zone

Vattenfall has today completed the sale of the Norfolk Offshore Wind Zone to RWE. The agreed purchase price corresponds to an enterprise value of £963 million. The deal ensures continued development of the Norfolk Zone which will produce clean power for over four million homes ac … | Continue reading


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AutoFlight Delivers 1st Electric Air Taxi To Customer In Japan

AutoFlight has officially delivered its first Prosperity eVTOL aircraft to a customer, an Advanced Air Mobility operator in Japan The Japanese company is planning demonstration eVTOL flights at the 2025 Osaka World Expo Delivery marks the world’s inaugural delivery of a civilian … | Continue reading


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Study Examines Cost Competitiveness of Zero-Emission Trucks

Tech Progress, Supportive Policies, and Infrastructure Investments Drive Down Costs and Spur Technology Adoption Medium- and heavy-duty vehicles (MHDVs) account for just 5% of vehicles on the road in the United States, yet they are responsible for 21% of transportation-related gr … | Continue reading


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How Mountains Could Store Mountains of Clean Energy

New Tool Estimates Cost To Build New Pumped Storage Hydropower Facilities To Support a Clean Energy Grid Mountains—could soon store a whole lot of clean energy. These vertically blessed places are ideal spots for a well-established form of energy storage that is getting renewed a … | Continue reading


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Hyundai On A Roll As Electric Car Sales Surge & Robotaxi Gets Driver’s License

Hyundai is setting sales records in the US powered by its assortment of hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and battery electric vehicles. The post Hyundai On A Roll As Electric Car Sales Surge & Robotaxi Gets Driver’s License appeared first on CleanTechnica. | Continue reading


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US Audi EV Sales Grow 29%, BMW EV Sales Grow 63%

I published a long article yesterday on Tesla’s drooping sales in the 1st quarter of 2024 — compared to the 4th quarter of 2023 and even the 1st quarter of 2023. Some readers asked for broader context. Well, two of the automakers most similar to Tesla in class and vehicle ... [co … | Continue reading


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Lectric Ebikes Blasts Into Fat Tire E-Bikes With The XPeak — CleanTechnica Tested

Lectric Ebikes recently launched the Lectric XPeak, an e-bike that aspires to carry all of their budget-mindedness forward into a fat bike platform geared towards people looking to get out into the dirt to XPlore the world around them. The post Lectric Ebikes Blasts Into Fat Tire … | Continue reading


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U.S. DOE Launches Final Phase Of Its L-Prize Lighting Competition On Manufacturing & Installation

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today launched the third and final phase of its Lighting Prize (L-Prize®) competition, a DOE American-Made Challenge designed to spur groundbreaking innovation, local manufacturing, and the benefits of an inclusive, clean-energy economy for nex … | Continue reading


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Digital Battery Passports Coming to EU

Starting in February 2027, all new traction batteries, two-wheeled vehicle batteries, and industrial batteries with a capacity of over 2 kWh that are marketed in the EU will require a digital battery passport. The purpose is to ensure transparency and sustainability in the batter … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 7 months ago

Solar Energy Industries Association Names Gizelle Wray As General Counsel

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) today announced the addition of Gizelle Wray to serve as vice president and general counsel. Wray previously served as SEIA’s senior director of regulatory affairs and counsel and has over a decade of experience in … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 7 months ago

The Largest Digital Camera Ever Built for Astronomy Makes Its Debut

On screensaver mode, smart TVs often rotate through photos of natural wonders, from waterfalls to canyons. Now imagine hundreds of those televisions, with one single image spread out among them. The photograph is a sweeping panorama of a huge section of the night sky, with stars … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 7 months ago

Charge An E-Bike With Solar Power For Electrifying Bikepacking Trips

Riding your e-bike way out beyond the grid doesn’t necessarily have to mean you’re going to end up having to pedal it without electric assist all the way home (or to the next outlet) if you don’t want to. Some crafty e-bikers have been experimenting over the years with ways ... [ … | Continue reading


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MIT Engineers Design Artificial Reef To Protect Coastlines & Marine Species

Researchers at MIT are designing an artificial reef that can dissipate much of the energy in ocean waves before they reach the shore. The post MIT Engineers Design Artificial Reef To Protect Coastlines & Marine Species appeared first on CleanTechnica. | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 7 months ago

Tesla Rules In Europe — Europe EV Sales Report

Tesla is the best selling brand in Europe, but Volkswagen Group is the #1 OEM Some 202,000 plugin vehicles were registered in February in Europe — which is +10% year over year (YoY). Unfortunately, it was the same growth rate in the overall market, +10%, so there were no real ... … | Continue reading


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EVs At 58.1% Share In Sweden — The Volvo EX30 Has A Meteoric Climb To #2 Spot

March’s auto market saw plugin EVs at a 58.1% share in Sweden, down YoY from 59.9%. Plugin volumes were down YoY for BEVs, but up slightly for PHEVs. Overall auto volume was 23,891 units, down some 21% YoY. The Tesla Model Y was March’s bestselling BEV. March saw combined ... [co … | Continue reading


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A Clean Start: Argonne Spotlights Projects That Give Underserved Communities Equitable Access To Sustainable Transportation

Argonne develops case studies on community-based electric mobility projects that integrate equity. The post A Clean Start: Argonne Spotlights Projects That Give Underserved Communities Equitable Access To Sustainable Transportation appeared first on CleanTechnica. | Continue reading


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U.S. Department of Energy Releases First Ever Federal Blueprint to Decarbonize America’s Buildings Sector

First Comprehensive Federal Strategy Outlines Pathways to Reduce Emissions 90% in Buildings Sector by 2050, Reinforcing President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda to Lower Energy Costs, Improve Resilience, and Tackle the Climate Crisis Leer en Español WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Bi … | Continue reading


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Save Up To 37% On Select BLUETTI Portable Power Stations

Select BLUETTI portable power stations are on sale for up to 37% off, so whether you’re looking for a small or a medium or a larger unit, it’s possible to save hundreds of dollars on one right now. Portable power stations have come a long way, as most of the ... [continued] The p … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 7 months ago

Bluebolt Outdoor Installs Solar-Powered Device Charging Benches at CSU-Dominguez Hills

Bluebolt Outdoor LLC, a division of Blue Outdoor, in collaboration with California State University—Dominguez Hills and its sustainability unit has installed solar-powered benches on campus. Provided to the university at no cost, the benches offer students, faculty, and visitors … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 7 months ago

Siemens Foundation Awards $3M To The Families & Workers Fund to Support Individuals Pursuing Training In The Electric Vehicle Charging Sector

As part of its EVeryone Charging Forward™ initiative, the Siemens Foundation’s most recent investment will provide wraparound supportive services to improve access to the clean energy economy. The Siemens Foundation today announced a $3M grant to the Families and Workers Fund’s ( … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 7 months ago

Mercedes Shares More Details About EV Charging Hubs In North America

Mercedes-Benz plans to create at least 400 charging hubs in North America by the end of 2030. CleanTechnica covered the opening of the Atlanta-area hub and there will be many more like it. One of the complaints that some EV critics have had is range anxiety, but the current crop … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 7 months ago

Climate Week Event In San Francisco, Presented By CleanTechnica

CleanTechnica is proud to partner with Atmos Bank to co-present a climate week 2024 session that will amplify the stories of seasoned investors and founders who paved the way for current innovation in climate tech. The panel of climatetech veterans will share their invaluable exp … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 8 months ago

Tesla Sales Crash — But Will They Bounce Back?

As you’ve surely seen by now, Tesla sales slumped a lot in the first quarter. In fact, I think it’s fair to say they crashed. The following charts will visualize that for you, and if you’re a Tesla fan (or shareholder), you have to admit they’re a little scary. After ... [continu … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 8 months ago

Power Beyond Limits With New BLUETTI AC240 IP65 Weatherproof Portable Power Station

BLUETTI, the pioneer in portable power solutions, is gearing up to revolutionize outdoor adventures once again with its latest innovation, the AC240 IP65 Water Resistant Portable Power Station. Building upon the success of its predecessor, the AC60, a 600W/403Wh all-weather solar … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 8 months ago

INVT E-mobility Announces Its Foray Into The US EV Charging Market With The Launch Of Its EVC16 AC Elite Home Series On Amazon

INVT E-mobility, a pioneer in the electric vehicle technology sector, is thrilled to unveil its inaugural AC EV charger, the EVC16 AC Elite Home Series 32-48A. The post INVT E-mobility Announces Its Foray Into The US EV Charging Market With The Launch Of Its EVC16 AC Elite Home S … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 8 months ago

CATL & GM Tiptoe Toward A Joint Battery Factory

CATL and GM are talking about creating a joint venture for a North American battery factory to manufacture LFP cells. The post CATL & GM Tiptoe Toward A Joint Battery Factory appeared first on CleanTechnica. | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 8 months ago

Do You Even Solar, Bro? Installers Can Compete In The 2025 Solar Games For Cash Prizes

There’s nothing like a little friendly competition to shake things up a bit, no matter what the industry, and for solar installers, the 2025 Solar Games offer a chance for teams to show off their skills — and have a shot at winning a $10,000 cash prize. 2025 will be ... [continue … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 8 months ago

Flixtrain, Trainline, T&E Call For Reduced Rail Tolls To Help Make Train Travel More Accessible

T&E and a coalition of rail operators and ticket vendors call upon EU Member States to reduce rail tolls on night trains, cross-border trains and some passenger trains Travelling by rail instead of flying can decrease emissions by up to -97% on specific routes. Reducing flying an … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 8 months ago

Petersen Automotive Museum Electrifies LA With Silent Cruise-In

Join the Petersen for its annual electrified cars & coffee! Experience some of the most exciting electric vehicles ever built, including rarely-shown concepts, land speed record vehicles, and one-off customs. Enjoy strolling through 100+ years of electric vehicle history as the s … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 8 months ago

Infineon & HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering Jointly Develop Ship Electrification Technology

Munich, Germany Infineon Technologies AG (FSE: IFX / OTCQX: IFNNY) and HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering Co. Ltd. (HD KSOE) have signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) as a first step towards jointly developing emerging applications for the electrificat … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 8 months ago

Tarform’s Electric Motorcycles Are Poetry In Motion

Tarform’s electric motorcycles are works of art even when standing still, but are pure poetry in motion on the road. The company’s flagship model, the Luna, evokes café racer and scrambler vibes, but this premium bike also features a high tech electric drivetrain bundled into its … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 8 months ago

Getting Solar & Battery Storage For Your Home Is Now As Simple As Ordering Pizza (Available in TX, CA, MS, & NC)

BLUETTI, a leading provider of energy storage solutions, expands its Solar+ program, a one stop solution for solar transition, to three new states in the US starting March 14, 2024. Following its successful debut in Texas last year, BLUETTI is now extending its services to Califo … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 8 months ago

The Lure Of Federal Money Is Too Strong For Virginia & Youngkin To Pass Up

Virginia has put itself in contention for part of nearly $5 billion in federal money to be allocated by the EPA to reduce climate emissions. The post The Lure Of Federal Money Is Too Strong For Virginia & Youngkin To Pass Up appeared first on CleanTechnica. | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 8 months ago

Market Pressures On Tesla Mount As Attitudes About Musk Sink

Analysts expect Tesla will report lower sales for the first quarter of 2024 because of unforced errors by the company's CEO. The post Market Pressures On Tesla Mount As Attitudes About Musk Sink appeared first on CleanTechnica. | Continue reading


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Tesla Marketing Campaign Takes A Slightly Traditional Turn

How do you think Tesla marketing compares to the automotive industry as a whole? Remember: Tesla swore off traditional advertising early on, insisting that word-of-mouth — from personal referrals and on social media — would have enough guts to promote the company. CEO Elon Musk m … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 8 months ago

Fanttik X9 Ultra Tire Inflator (& More!) For Trucks & SUVs — CleanTechnica Tested

Ain’t nobody got time for a low or flat tire, especially if you’re in a pickup truck, off-roading somewhere remote (not that this has ever happened to me…). I was able to try out the portable and cordless Fanttik X9 Ultra Tire Inflator on a Toyota Tacoma and was pleased ... [cont … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 8 months ago

Fanttik X9 Pro Tire Inflator (& More!) For Trucks & SUVs — CleanTechnica Tested

Ain’t nobody got time for a low or flat tire, especially if you’re in a pickup truck, off-roading somewhere remote (not that this has ever happened to me…). I was able to try out the portable and cordless Fanttik X9 Ultra Tire Inflator on a Toyota Tacoma and was pleased ... [cont … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 8 months ago

10 Cleantech Stories Not to Miss — Electric Truck Towing, Chinese EV Takeover, Support Solar & Get An EV

It’s been spring break here in Florida, and the past week has included some interesting stories that stand out a bit from the norm. There are also a couple of big themes to highlight. Check out the top 10 list below and one bonus story at the end. 1. Chinese ... [continued] The p … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 8 months ago

Evergy Plan Maintains Lowest-Cost Approach to Meeting Growing Customer Electricity Demand, Maintaining Reliability, and Advancing Sustainability

KANSAS CITY, Missouri — Evergy, Inc. (NASDAQ: EVRG) today filed its triennial Integrated Resource Plan with the Missouri Public Service Commission. This outlines the plan to meet customer electricity needs over the next 20 years. It includes additional renewable and dispatchable … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 8 months ago

Prevalon Energy Secures Contract With Idaho Power for New Integrated Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)

Contract further establishes Prevalon as an experienced global leader in battery energy storage solutions with over 30 projects and 3GWh of utility-scale projects deployed worldwide Agreement emerged from a competitive bidding process initiated by Idaho Power to secure resources … | Continue reading


@cleantechnica.com | 8 months ago