The Japan Times2d ago
Top solar companies, banks and insurers have stopped doing business with recently built ⁠U.S. panel factories because of uncertainty over whether their ties to China could disqualify them from clean-energy subsidies. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2026/05/11/tech/trump-china-solar-firms-us-factory/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #business #tech #rebewables #solar #china #us #donldtrump #energy
Trump’s crackdown on China-linked solar firms stalls U.S. factory boom

The policy could backfire by imperiling growth in U.S. manufacturing jobs and power generation at a time of rising utility bills and soaring electricity demand.

The Japan Times
KennerSep 1, 2025

https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20250831-britain-s-energy-grid-bets-on-flywheels-to-keep-the-lights-on

#electricity #rebewables

Britain's energy grid bets on flywheels to keep the lights on

Britain's energy operator is betting on an age-old technology to future-proof its grid, as the power plants that traditionally helped stabilise it are closed and replaced by renewable energy systems.

FRANCE 24
Richard KnottMar 11, 2024
Oil industry has sought to block state backing for green tech since 1960s
#rebewables
#climatechange #climatecrisis
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2024/mar/08/oil-industry-has-sought-to-block-state-backing-for-green-tech-since-1960s
Oil industry has sought to block state backing for green tech since 1960s

Research shows industry lobbying against support for solar panels and electric cars while enjoying subsidies itself

The Guardian
Lukas VFN 🇪🇺Feb 25, 2024

#EnergyTransition: Republican Attacks on #Biden’s Climate Law Raise Concerns Ahead of Election https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/19/us/politics/inflation-reduction-act-republican-attacks.html

"The US has experienced a surge in #CleanEnergy projects, representing more than $200 billion in new investments since #JoeBiden signed an expansive #climate bill into law. But the #election and the potential for a #Republican takeover is prompting concern that the law could be upended."

#ClimateCrisis #ClimateChange #USpol #Rebewables #RenewableEnergy #GOP #Trump #Democrats

Republican Attacks on Biden’s Climate Law Raise Concerns Ahead of Election

Executives of companies with clean energy projects are facing questions about the potential for a rollback of the law and its incentives if a Republican wins.

The New York Times