Europe’s May saw a heat dome and clear skies boost solar irradiance, with some regions experiencing record temperatures and above-average solar resource.
Hot weather and clear skies give Europe a bumper May
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Chile releases bidding terms for first energy auction including storage
Chile’s CNE has released bidding terms for its 2026 energy auction, favoring renewables with storage, for 15-year supply contracts starting in 2029.
Fraunhofer ISE achieves 34.4 efficiency for III-V germanium solar module
Fraunhofer ISE reports a new efficiency record of 34.4% for its III-V germanium solar module using shingle-matrix technology and space-grade cells.
‘Renewable energy is not a side story in our economic growth, it is the headline’
Philippines certifies 13 renewable energy projects worth 99.6% of PHP 346 billion Green Lane approvals, emphasizing clean energy’s role in economic growth.
Longi unveils 27.27%-efficient heterojunction back-contact solar cell built with improved laser processing
Longi and Yangzhou University develop a laser-based manufacturing method for high-efficiency heterojunction back-contact solar cells, reaching 27.27% efficiency.
The Power Bottleneck: AI Data Centers and the Grid Cliff Approaching 2027-2028
Power limitations threaten the rapid expansion of AI data centers, with grid expansion lagging behind hyperscaler capex commitments, risking deployment delays.
Chicago weather: Severe storms pass through Chicagoland, more threats possible Thursday
Strong storms brought wind, rain, and damage across Chicago area; more severe weather predicted tonight and Thursday, with potential for tornadoes.
GALLERY: Thursday’s storm photos and power updates
At least one death reported after Thursday storms in Iowa. Power outages persist, with restoration efforts ongoing. See latest photos and updates.
El Niño is here and rapidly strengthening. Here’s what it means for your weather
El Niño has officially begun and is forecast to intensify into a Super El Niño, bringing major weather shifts worldwide and setting the stage for record global temperatures.
El Niño has formed. Forecasters expect a global weather powerhouse.
Forecasters confirm the formation of a strong El Niño, potentially rivaling the most intense on record, with global climate impacts anticipated.
