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Energy and Green Technologies

Turkey allocates 2285 MW capacity for renewable energy projects under YEKA tenders

The Turkish Ministry of Energy announced the allocation of a total capacity of 2285 MW for wind and solar energy projects, in a move aimed at reducing natural gas imports and boosting investment in green energy.

2026-11-03

Energy and Green Technologies

Controversial Energy Plans in Arizona: Continued Reliance on Fossil Fuels Despite Shift Toward Clean Energy

New energy plans from Arizona Public Service (APS) and Tucson Electric Power (TEP) reveal a trend of increased investment in gas and coal, raising concerns about consumer costs and climate transition goals.

2026-11-02

Energy and Green Technologies

COP17 Biodiversity Summit: Launch of the "Yerevan Pathway" to Address the Climate Finance Gap

The Biodiversity Summit in Yerevan concluded with the adoption of the "Yerevan Pathway" to accelerate 2030 nature conservation goals, amid warnings of a lack of international funding required to achieve these targets.

2026-11-02

Energy and Green Technologies

Mazda Adopts Used Battery Energy Storage Systems to Support Carbon Neutrality Goals

Mazda has announced a plan to use used electric vehicle batteries in energy storage systems as part of its strategy to achieve carbon neutrality by 2035.

2026-11-02

Energy and Green Technologies

Development of an Advanced Turkish System to Measure the Efficiency of Thermoelectric Generators

Professor Fahrettin Yakuphanoğlu has successfully developed specialized hardware and software to analyze the performance of thermoelectric generators, enhancing research capabilities in the fields of precision cooling and space power.

2026-11-01

Energy and Green Technologies

Innovation of "renoa" material: The first new fiber classification in a quarter-century

The startup Everbloom has unveiled "renoa," the first new fiber approved by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission in 25 years, which relies on recycling protein waste to provide a sustainable and more durable alternative to cashmere.

2026-11-01

Energy and Green Technologies

Tesla Officially Ends Production of Solar Roof After Years of Challenges

Tesla has halted production of its Solar Roof, which aimed to integrate renewable energy with architectural design, due to high costs, weak sales, and technical issues that plagued the product.

2026-11-01

Energy and Green Technologies

Agrivoltaics Revitalizes Struggling Cranberry Farms in Massachusetts

Solar energy projects have successfully restored economic viability to cranberry farms in Massachusetts by integrating renewable energy technologies with traditional wetland agriculture.

2026-11-01

Energy and Green Technologies

Registration Opens for "COP31" to Innovate Technical Solutions for Climate Change

The Turkish Technology Team (T3) Foundation is accepting applications for the "COP31 Climate Technologies Creathon" until November 2, with the goal of developing innovative technical solutions for the climate crisis.

2026-10-31

Energy and Green Technologies

Accelerated Expansion in Integrating Battery Storage Systems with Large-Scale Solar Power Plants

Data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration revealed a jump in the percentage of new solar power plants integrating battery storage systems, rising from 2% in 2017 to more than 16% in September 2026.

2026-10-30

Energy and Green Technologies

Beyond Just Electrification: Why We Must Electrify the World "Smarter," Not Just "More"

The shift toward electrification goes beyond being a mere strategy to combat climate change; it is a comprehensive restructuring of energy efficiency and the global economy that requires a delicate balance between increasing consumption and optimizing the efficiency of grids and technologies used.

2026-10-29

Energy and Green Technologies

European Alliance Demands Urgent Measures in Circular Economy Act to Boost Battery Recycling

European organizations have demanded legislative measures within the upcoming Circular Economy Act to curb the export of critical raw materials extracted from batteries and ensure their processing within the European Union.

2026-10-29

Energy and Green Technologies

US Department of Energy Launches "BattMan" Accelerator to Develop Battery Technologies

The US Department of Energy has launched the "BattMan" initiative to accelerate the innovation and manufacturing of next-generation batteries, aiming to reduce costs and enhance US leadership in energy storage.

2026-10-29

Energy and Green Technologies

Technical Innovation Integrates Concentrated Solar Power with Thermal Backup Systems

247Solar is developing a Concentrated Solar Power system that allows the same infrastructure to be used for fossil fuel-based electricity generation when needed, eliminating the need for separate backup power plants.

2026-10-29

Energy and Green Technologies

European Alliance Demands Stability in Renewable Energy Legislation Beyond 2030

A group of NGOs and companies has urged the European Commission not to reopen the Renewable Energy Directive (RED) file to ensure investment stability and achieve climate targets.

2026-10-28

Energy and Green Technologies

China Backs Away from Promoting Second-Life EV Batteries and Imposes Strict Safety Standards

China has amended its regulatory framework concerning the reuse of retired electric vehicle batteries, abandoning the policy of universally promoting second-life applications in favor of imposing strict quality and safety standards, alongside a decline in the cost of new batteries.

2026-10-28

Energy and Green Technologies

Trump Administration Intends to Ease Environmental Restrictions on Methane Leaks in the Energy Sector

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency intends to roll back Biden-era regulations regarding methane emissions, making it easier for fossil fuel companies to reduce regulatory compliance costs amid growing environmental concerns.

2026-10-27

Energy and Green Technologies

US Energy Agency: Renewables to Exceed 40% of Total Generating Capacity Within a Year

Recent data from the US Energy Information Administration showed that the share of renewable energies in total generating capacity is on track to reach 40.4%, surpassing natural gas and coal.

2026-10-27