TotalEnergies will acquire around four gigawatts of renewable energy production from Shell in Italy, the Netherlands, Britain, and Spain, and will sell a stake in a separate portfolio to US firm KKR.
Australia's Morning Mail covers significant news including falling house prices, concerns over First Nations deaths in custody, and the start of Alan Jones' trial. International news features the Middle East crisis and wildfire tragedies.
A detailed Australian survey reveals organised anti-wind and solar campaigns have successfully eroded community support, while enthusiasm for electric vehicles surged following Donald Trump's attack on Iran. Despite this, home batteries and rooftop solar maintain high 'deep support'
Experts and environmental groups criticize the UK's carbon capture and storage (CCS) plans, arguing they are costly, ineffective against methane emissions, and primarily support new fossil fuel infrastructure rather than hard-to-abate industries.
Tech journalists are increasingly engaging in 'shoe-leather reporting' to investigate the physical realities of AI, from colossal datacentres and energy infrastructure to social media's real-world harms. This involves on-the-ground investigation, talking to locals, and examining tangible constraints, moving beyond digital landscapes.
The AI boom is driving massive demand for energy, leading to a resurgence in fossil fuels. Renewable energy advocates are pushing for data centers to be powered by clean sources, facing challenges as wind and solar construction can't keep pace with demand. Several states are enacting legislation to ensure data centers meet renewable energy benchmarks.
Former BHP chief economist Huw McKay argues for robust government climate policies, like a carbon price, to drive decarbonisation at major resource companies. Leaked documents revealed BHP's delays in renewables projects and electrification, raising concerns about Australia's climate targets.
A new round of bombing in the Middle East, following a U.S.-Israeli war with Iran, has accelerated the global adoption of solar, batteries, and electric vehicles. Countries in Asia and Africa are reducing dependence on fossil fuels due to supply and price precarity, with China leading exports of renewable tech and EVs.
Tech giants like Google and Amazon are seeing increased carbon emissions due to AI investments, jeopardizing net-zero goals. Meanwhile, Meta is exploring new revenue streams like cloud computing and prediction markets amid stock decline and legal challenges.
India's power demand is projected to rise by 6% annually for the next 4-5 years, fueled by consistent renewable energy capacity additions of 45-50 GW per year. A Centrum Institutional Research report highlights strong performance for renewable companies and IPPs, supported by India's 2030 non-fossil fuel target and rising electricity consumption.
A major AI datacentre complex in Scotland, promised to be powered by on-site renewables, has misrepresented its energy plans. Documents reveal developers and the government were aware of power provision issues, raising doubts about the UK's AI infrastructure ambitions.
Residents in Lanarkshire, Scotland, fear a planned AI datacentre complex will negatively impact their properties and green belt land, with concerns over misleading job and investment promises. The project, part of the UK's AI growth zone initiative, may rely on the national grid rather than solely on-site renewables, and job figures appear inflated.
A US-Israel war on Iran, launched in late February, has caused major upheaval in global energy, impacting oil prices and shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Experts foresee long-lasting shifts, including new pipelines, diversified supply routes, and an accelerated transition to renewables, with China poised to benefit.
UK's likely next Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, faces a critical decision on expanding North Sea oil drilling or focusing on renewables, amidst a global energy crisis exacerbated by the Iran war and Russia's conflict in Ukraine. Business leaders and some unions back drilling for energy security and jobs, while others advocate for clean energy. Key fields like Rosebank and Jackdaw are central to the debate.
A report by Asia Group concludes China is the sole Asian winner from the Strait of Hormuz crisis, weathering global commodity shocks due to large oil stockpiles and rapid renewable energy expansion, while other Asian economies face exposure to soaring energy prices.
Preliminary data suggests solar power surpassed coal generation on the US grid in April 2026 for the first time, driven by solar's rapid growth and coal's decline. A significant portion of solar production comes from rooftop installations.
Sabancı Holding iştiraki Sabancı Renewables, Meta ile ABD'de 220 MWac kurulu güce sahip iki güneş enerjisi santralinin çevresel niteliklerini kapsayan uzun vadeli bir anlaşma imzaladı. Projeler 2027'de tamamlanacak.
Chinese exports of energy-related products to the US saw significant growth in May. Unassembled photovoltaic cells surged 346% year-on-year, while lithium-ion batteries and lead-acid batteries also posted strong gains, reflecting eased trade tensions and US energy system demand.
India's thermal coal imports dropped to a four-year low in January-May, totaling 65 million tons, a 12% annual decline. This is driven by increased domestic coal production and a significant 22% surge in renewable energy generation, as the country aims to reduce import reliance.
Despite President Trump's anti-climate policies, US development agencies like MCC, DFC, and EXIM Bank continue to fund climate-friendly projects globally, highlighting embedded climate action in economic activity.
Major UK retailers like Currys, B&Q, Amazon, and Lidl met with the energy minister to discuss selling "balcony solar panels." These plug-in devices aim to help renters and flat dwellers generate their own electricity, cut bills, and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
Enel Green Power Director Salvatore Bernabei stated that Italy's path to energy independence lies in accelerating renewable energy and storage systems. He highlighted the availability of 150 GW of renewable projects ready to start, contingent on faster authorization processes and strong local partnerships.
Italy faces significant energy costs due to high import dependence and slow renewable adoption. A study estimates a €17 billion annual loss, with authorization delays and infrastructure needs being key obstacles.
A study by Teha Group suggests Italy could save €17 billion annually on energy costs and create over 60,000 jobs by removing bottlenecks hindering renewable energy development. The report highlights Italy's high energy import dependency and the need to accelerate renewable capacity to meet national targets.
