Executive Summary
Key developments today highlight the global momentum in clean energy and the sharp political divides around climate action.
- Chinese EV maker NIO expands into three new markets through local partnerships.
- Scientists advance methane monitoring with engineered microbes.
- Europe sees fresh solar investments and project wins in the UK and Germany.
- Greenergy secures long-term production for biodiesel in Amsterdam.
- Major funding boosts Africa’s electric mobility sector.
- Trump’s climate claims face fact-check backlash, sparking policy debates.
Cleantech
Chinese EV manufacturer NIO announced expansion into three new international markets through distribution partnerships, underscoring the growing competition in electric mobility worldwide. Read more
African e-mobility pioneer Ampersand secured significant investments to accelerate electric motorcycle adoption across East Africa, strengthening clean transport in emerging economies. Read more
Electricity
German utility RWE won bids for two new solar projects in Germany’s latest tender, reinforcing the country’s commitment to scaling solar capacity. Read more
Activ8 Energies announced a major expansion in the UK, aiming to meet rising demand for residential solar installations. Read more
A deal between T1 Energy and Corning will accelerate solar deployment by securing key supply chain components. Read more
Fuel
Greenergy extended its lease for the Amsterdam biodiesel plant, ensuring continued low-carbon fuel supply in Europe’s transport sector. Read more
Chemicals
A breakthrough in biotechnology saw scientists engineer microbes to detect sources of methane emissions, offering new tools for tackling greenhouse gas leaks. Read more
Policy
A new climate report from Donald Trump’s campaign was found to contain over 100 false or misleading claims, sparking debate over the credibility of climate policy positions in the US. Read more
Geopolitics
Global markets remain focused on the energy sector’s balance between clean investments and traditional fuel security, with Europe’s renewable surge contrasting ongoing fossil debates. Read more