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Philippines-China Energy Partnership Identified as Key to Renewable Transition

Philippines-China Energy Partnership Identified as Key to Renewable Transition

A study by People of Asia for Climate Solutions and New Energy Nexus highlights the potential of Philippines-China cooperation to accelerate the country's shift to renewable energy. The report outlines a framework for collaboration, emphasizing local capacity building and diversified supply chains. The Philippines aims to increase renewables in its energy mix to 35% by 2030 and 50% by 2040, but fossil fuels currently dominate. The partnership could enhance energy security, reduce dependence on imported fuels, and support economic and technological growth.
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Enel S.p.A. Expands Renewable Energy Portfolio Amid Global Energy Transition

Enel S.p.A. Expands Renewable Energy Portfolio Amid Global Energy Transition

Enel S.p.A. Expands Renewable Energy Portfolio Amid Global Energy Transition
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New York Achieves Milestone with Sunrise Wind Offshore Project

New York Achieves Milestone with Sunrise Wind Offshore Project

New York Achieves Milestone with Sunrise Wind Offshore Project
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IEA Chief Urges Italy to Reconsider Nuclear Power for Energy Security

IEA Chief Urges Italy to Reconsider Nuclear Power for Energy Security

The International Energy Agency's Executive Director, Fatih Birol, has suggested that Italy should reconsider its stance on nuclear energy to enhance its energy security and economic stability. Italy currently has no operational nuclear reactors and relies heavily on energy imports, including nuclear-generated electricity from neighboring countries like France. Despite past referendums in 1987 and 2011 that led to the prohibition of nuclear power plants, the Italian government is drafting a new legal framework to potentially lift this ban. Birol emphasized the need for Italy to have stable and continuous energy production, suggesting that nuclear power, including new modular reactors, could be a viable solution. The proposal remains controversial among the Italian population, but the government is expected to present the new framework to parliament soon.
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Hydropower Generation in the West Set to Recover Despite Snow Drought

Hydropower Generation in the West Set to Recover Despite Snow Drought

The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) forecasts a 5% increase in U.S. hydropower generation for 2026, despite ongoing snow drought conditions in several western states. This projection, detailed in the April Short-Term Energy Outlook (STEO), anticipates a total generation of 259 billion kilowatt-hours (BkWh), which is 1.8% below the 10-year average. The Northwest and Rockies regions are expected to see a 17% increase in hydropower output compared to 2025, reaching 125 BkWh. This recovery follows a period of unusually high generation in late 2025 and early 2026, driven by atmospheric rivers that caused significant flooding. In California, hydropower generation is projected to be 28.5 BkWh, 6% less than the previous year but 15% above the 10-year average. Reservoir levels in California are above historical averages, although snowpack levels remain below normal due to warmer winter temperatures.
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Texas Faces 367GW Grid Demand by 2032 Amid AI Data Center Expansion

Texas Faces 367GW Grid Demand by 2032 Amid AI Data Center Expansion

Texas Faces 367GW Grid Demand by 2032 Amid AI Data Center Expansion
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USDA Suspends Renewable Energy Grants, Impacting Rural Development

USDA Suspends Renewable Energy Grants, Impacting Rural Development

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has suspended its Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) grant awards to update regulations in compliance with a Trump executive order. This suspension has halted new grant applications and funding for renewable energy projects in rural areas. REAP, which has historically provided over $1.8 billion in grants and loans to support renewable energy initiatives, has not committed any new funds since September. The program's loan guarantee component remains open but has not seen new agreements this fiscal year. The suspension is part of a broader rollback of federal support for renewable energy under President Trump's administration, which has prioritized fossil fuels over renewables.
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MNRE Proposes Amendment to ALMM Order for Wafer-level Compliance

MNRE Proposes Amendment to ALMM Order for Wafer-level Compliance

MNRE Proposes Amendment to ALMM Order for Wafer-level Compliance
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ScottishPower Renewables and Accenture Collaborate on North Sea Wind Farm Project

ScottishPower Renewables and Accenture Collaborate on North Sea Wind Farm Project

ScottishPower Renewables has partnered with Accenture to advance the development of the East Anglia TWO offshore wind farm in the North Sea. The project, located 33 kilometers off the coast of Suffolk, aims to generate enough clean energy to power one million homes. Accenture's subsidiary, BOSLAN, will oversee the manufacturing and quality control of key components, ensuring the project's timely and efficient completion. The wind farm is part of the UK's broader strategy to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and increase renewable energy capacity, with construction expected to begin in 2027 and operations commencing in 2028.
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Imperial County Hosts Panel on Lithium Valley's Economic and Environmental Impact

Imperial County Hosts Panel on Lithium Valley's Economic and Environmental Impact

Imperial County Hosts Panel on Lithium Valley's Economic and Environmental Impact
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Hydropower Generation in the West to Recover Despite Snow Drought

Hydropower Generation in the West to Recover Despite Snow Drought

Hydropower generation in the Northwest and Rockies is projected to reach 125 billion kilowatt-hours (BkWh) in 2026, marking a 17% increase from 2025, though still 4% below the 10-year average. This forecast, informed by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Northwest River Forecast Center, follows a period of unusually high generation in late 2025 due to atmospheric rivers causing significant flooding. In California, hydropower is expected to generate 28.5 BkWh, which is 6% less than the previous year but 15% above the 10-year average. Despite above-average reservoir levels, snowpack conditions are significantly below normal, with the Northern Sierra Nevada at just 7% of average as of April 1, 2026. Warmer-than-normal temperatures in March have also led to early snowmelt across the western United States.