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U.S. Achieves Record High Renewable Energy Capacity with 17.1 GW Added in H1 2026
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U.S. Achieves Record High Renewable Energy Capacity with 17.1 GW Added in H1 2026

The U.S. reached a record 17.1 GW of new renewable energy capacity in the first half of 2026.

Washington, D.C., USASep 6, 20261 min read
U.S. Energy Storage Industry Installs Record 20.2 GWh in Q2 2026
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U.S. Energy Storage Industry Installs Record 20.2 GWh in Q2 2026

The U.S. energy storage sector achieved a record 20.2 GWh of installations in the second quarter of 2026.

Washington, D.C., USASep 6, 2026
Global Solar Energy Generation Reaches 10% in H1 2026
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Global Solar Energy Generation Reaches 10% in H1 2026

Solar energy supplied a record 10% of global electricity generation in the first half of 2026.

GlobalSep 5, 2026
India's non-fossil power capacity surpasses 300 GW
Environment & Climate

India's non-fossil power capacity surpasses 300 GW

India's non-fossil power capacity reached 300.5 GW by July 31, 2026, with solar leading contributions.

New Delhi, IndiaSep 5, 2026
Equinor Launches Largest Battery Storage Project in Texas
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Equinor Launches Largest Battery Storage Project in Texas

Equinor begins operations at Citrus Flatts, a 100 MW battery storage project in Texas, enhancing grid capacity.

Harlingen, Texas, USASep 4, 2026
China's solar capacity reaches 1.286 TW, surpassing coal
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China's solar capacity reaches 1.286 TW, surpassing coal

China's solar photovoltaic capacity reached 1.286 TW, overtaking coal for the first time as of July 2026.

ChinaSep 4, 2026
SWELECT Commissions 10 MW Solar Power Plant in Tamil Nadu
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SWELECT Commissions 10 MW Solar Power Plant in Tamil Nadu

SWELECT Energy Systems has commissioned a new 10 MW solar power plant in Tamil Nadu, enhancing renewable energy supply.

Tiruvannamalai, IndiaSep 3, 2026
US Achieves Record 20.2 GWh Battery Storage Additions in Q2 2026
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US Achieves Record 20.2 GWh Battery Storage Additions in Q2 2026

The US installed 20.2 GWh of battery storage in Q2 2026, marking a historic increase in grid capacity.

United StatesSep 3, 2026
India Achieves Record Solar Capacity of 150.26 GW
Environment & Climate

India Achieves Record Solar Capacity of 150.26 GW

India's solar capacity reached 150.26 GW as of March 31, 2026, following the addition of 44.61 GW in FY26.

IndiaSep 3, 2026
Korean Researchers Achieve 26.7% Efficiency in Solar Cell
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Korean Researchers Achieve 26.7% Efficiency in Solar Cell

Researchers at KIER have set a record with a 26.7% efficiency for a perovskite-CIGS tandem solar cell.

Daejeon, South KoreaSep 2, 2026
Australia achieves record rooftop solar and battery installations in Q2 2026
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Australia achieves record rooftop solar and battery installations in Q2 2026

Australia installed a record 1 GW of rooftop solar and over 111,000 batteries in Q2 2026, reflecting strong demand.

AustraliaSep 2, 2026
New York Completes Smart Path Connect Transmission Project
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New York Completes Smart Path Connect Transmission Project

The Smart Path Connect project in New York unlocks 1 GW of renewable energy capacity and delivers significant annual benefits.

New York, USASep 2, 2026
India Achieves 300 GW Non-Fossil Fuel Power Capacity Milestone
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India Achieves 300 GW Non-Fossil Fuel Power Capacity Milestone

India has reached 300.50 GW of installed non-fossil fuel power capacity, representing over 54% of its total electricity generation.

Mumbai, IndiaSep 2, 2026
Juniper Green commissions new wind capacity in India
Environment & Climate

Juniper Green commissions new wind capacity in India

Juniper Green Energy commissioned 12.4 MW of wind capacity in India, boosting total operational renewable portfolio to 2,588 MWp.

IndiaSep 1, 2026
US Renewable Energy Generation Surpasses 30% in Early 2026
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US Renewable Energy Generation Surpasses 30% in Early 2026

Renewable energy sources generated over 30% of U.S. electricity in the first half of 2026, marking an 11% increase from 2025.

USASep 1, 2026
Axpo opens 200 MWp solar complex in León, Spain
Environment & Climate

Axpo opens 200 MWp solar complex in León, Spain

Axpo inaugurated the Vilecha solar complex, enhancing renewable energy capacity in Spain.

León, SpainSep 1, 2026
UN Awards World Restoration Flagships for Ecosystem Restoration
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UN Awards World Restoration Flagships for Ecosystem Restoration

The UN recognized Brazil, Saudi Arabia, and the Sahel for successful ecosystem restoration initiatives at COP17.

Ulaanbaatar, MongoliaAug 31, 2026
Perigus Energy Launches 81 MW Solar Farm in County Carlow, Ireland
Environment & Climate

Perigus Energy Launches 81 MW Solar Farm in County Carlow, Ireland

Perigus Energy's Garreenleen solar farm in County Carlow began operations in August 2026, generating renewable electricity.

County Carlow, IrelandAug 31, 2026
Global Renewable Energy Capacity Grows by 692 GW in 2025
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Global Renewable Energy Capacity Grows by 692 GW in 2025

Global renewable power capacity increased by 692 GW in 2025, driven mainly by solar and wind energy contributions.

ChinaAug 31, 2026
India Installs 29 GW of Solar and Wind Power in H1 2026
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India Installs 29 GW of Solar and Wind Power in H1 2026

India added 29 GW of solar and wind power capacity from January to June 2026, boosting total renewable capacity to 288 GW.

IndiaAug 31, 2026
Iran's Largest Solar Farm Connected to National Grid
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Iran's Largest Solar Farm Connected to National Grid

Iran connects a 72 MW solar farm in Esfarayen to the national grid, enhancing clean energy capacity.

Esfarayen, IranAug 30, 2026
TotalEnergies unveils largest solar-storage project in Africa
Environment & Climate

TotalEnergies unveils largest solar-storage project in Africa

On August 29, 2026, TotalEnergies launched Africa's largest solar-storage project in South Africa, enhancing energy security.

South AfricaAug 30, 2026
Completion of 284 MWdc Stillhouse Solar Project in Texas
Environment & Climate

Completion of 284 MWdc Stillhouse Solar Project in Texas

Matrix Renewables and SOLV Energy celebrate the completion of the Stillhouse Solar project, boosting Texas's clean energy capacity.

Rogers, Texas, USAAug 29, 2026
Malawi Launches First Utility-Scale Solar Battery System
Environment & Climate

Malawi Launches First Utility-Scale Solar Battery System

Malawi inaugurated its first utility-scale solar battery system on August 28, 2026, enhancing energy access and stability.

Lilongwe, MalawiAug 29, 2026
Africa's first 24/7 solar-plus-battery plant begins operation
Environment & Climate

Africa's first 24/7 solar-plus-battery plant begins operation

Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex now receives continuous renewable power from a new solar and battery facility.

Kamoa-Kakula, Democratic Republic of CongoAug 29, 2026
India achieves 300.5 GW of non-fossil fuel power capacity
Environment & Climate

India achieves 300.5 GW of non-fossil fuel power capacity

India's non-fossil fuel power capacity reached 300.5 GW as of July 31, 2026, exceeding 54% of its total electricity generation.

Mumbai, IndiaAug 29, 2026
Fishers restore 18.2 hectares of mangroves in Brazil's Rio bay
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Fishers restore 18.2 hectares of mangroves in Brazil's Rio bay

Fishers in Brazil's Guanabara Bay have restored 18.2 hectares of mangroves, enhancing biodiversity and local ecosystems.

Guanabara Bay, BrazilAug 28, 2026
MV Yampu Begins Hybrid Operations in South Australia
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MV Yampu Begins Hybrid Operations in South Australia

The MV Yampu, a hybrid battery bulk carrier, has commenced operations in South Australia, enhancing sustainability in shipping.

South Australia, AustraliaAug 28, 2026
Sungrow's 200 MW Battery Storage Project Connects to Grid in China
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Sungrow's 200 MW Battery Storage Project Connects to Grid in China

Sungrow's 200 MW/400 MWh battery storage project in Hefei, China, successfully connected to the grid.

Hefei, ChinaAug 28, 2026
India's Rooftop Solar Capacity Reaches 30.74 GW by July 2026
Environment & Climate

India's Rooftop Solar Capacity Reaches 30.74 GW by July 2026

India's grid-connected rooftop solar capacity has reached 30.74 GW as of July 31, 2026, under various government initiatives.

IndiaAug 28, 2026
UN Recognizes Three New World Restoration Flagships for Ecosystem Restoration
Environment & Climate

UN Recognizes Three New World Restoration Flagships for Ecosystem Restoration

The UN has awarded three new World Restoration Flagships for initiatives restoring 1.36 million hectares of land across Brazil, the Sahel, and Saudi Arabia.

Ulaanbaatar, MongoliaAug 27, 2026
Africa's First Solar-BESS Facility Achieves 30 MW Power Supply
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Africa's First Solar-BESS Facility Achieves 30 MW Power Supply

CrossBoundary Energy launched Africa’s first solar and battery energy storage facility, providing 30 MW of continuous power.

Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of the CongoAug 27, 2026
India's Solar Power Generation Surges 49% Year-on-Year
Environment & Climate

India's Solar Power Generation Surges 49% Year-on-Year

India's solar power generation rose to 18,082 million units in July 2026, marking a 49% year-on-year increase and contributing significantly to renewable energy.

New Delhi, IndiaAug 26, 2026
India Surpasses 300 GW in Non-Fossil Fuel Power Capacity
Environment & Climate

India Surpasses 300 GW in Non-Fossil Fuel Power Capacity

As of July 31, 2026, India's non-fossil fuel power capacity reached 300.50 GW, constituting over 54% of total capacity.

IndiaAug 26, 2026
India Installs 26 GW Solar and 2.9 GW Wind in H1 2026
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India Installs 26 GW Solar and 2.9 GW Wind in H1 2026

India's solar capacity grew by 43% with 26 GW added in 2026's first half. Wind capacity increased by 2.9 GW.

IndiaAug 25, 2026
Costa Rica's Restoration Efforts Revive Degraded Ranchlands
Environment & Climate

Costa Rica's Restoration Efforts Revive Degraded Ranchlands

In Guanacaste, Costa Rica, ecologist Daniel Janzen and his partner Winnie Hallwachs, along with local communities, have successfully restored degraded ranchlands into a thriving forest. This project, which includes the Área de Conservación Guanacaste, integrates conservation with local employment an

Guanacaste, Costa RicaAug 25, 2026
20 MW wind power project completed in Uzbekistan with Chinese assistance
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20 MW wind power project completed in Uzbekistan with Chinese assistance

The 20 MW wind power project in Chalvak, Uzbekistan, has been completed with Chinese assistance. This facility will provide clean electricity to tens of thousands of households while saving significant amounts of natural gas and reducing carbon emissions.

Chalvak, UzbekistanAug 25, 2026
Avangrid Reports 8% Increase in Electricity Generation in 2026
Environment & Climate

Avangrid Reports 8% Increase in Electricity Generation in 2026

Avangrid generated 13,891 GWh of electricity in the first half of 2026, an 8% increase from the previous year, fueled by new solar projects and growing capacity across the U.S.

USAAug 22, 2026
Completion of 40 MWp Crays Hall Farm Solar Park in Essex
Environment & Climate

Completion of 40 MWp Crays Hall Farm Solar Park in Essex

Greencells Group has completed and handed over the 40 MWp Crays Hall Farm solar park in Essex, UK, to Aukera Energy. The facility generates approximately 40 GWh of clean energy each year. This project highlights the collaboration between Greencells and Aukera Energy, showcasing the company's experti

Essex, UKAug 22, 2026
Jiangsu Rudong Offshore Wind Project Transmits 10 Billion kWh
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Jiangsu Rudong Offshore Wind Project Transmits 10 Billion kWh

China's Rudong offshore wind project has transmitted over 10 billion kWh of clean energy since 2021.

Nantong, ChinaAug 22, 2026
City paves 200 km of roads using recycled plastic waste
Environment & Climate

City paves 200 km of roads using recycled plastic waste

The roads are cheaper, last longer, and have cleared a mountain of landfill plastic.

Bengaluru, IndiaJul 3, 2026
Once-polluted river is safe to swim in again after a decade of work
Environment & Climate

Once-polluted river is safe to swim in again after a decade of work

Fish, otters and swimmers are back after a long community-led restoration effort.

Manchester, UKJul 3, 2026
Remote village runs entirely on solar power for the first time
Environment & Climate

Remote village runs entirely on solar power for the first time

A community-owned microgrid now lights 400 homes, a school, and a clinic — with zero emissions.

Oaxaca, MexicoJul 3, 2026