The Alabama Legislature was on track to pass reform legislation unanimously, but then came Spring Break, causing delays. Rep. Mack Butler thought he had secured the deal with leading senators, only to be wrong when talks stalled due to the break. The legislation's fate remains uncertain as a result of the unexpected delay.
A drone strike shut down 5 million barrels of oil per day, impacting 5% of global supply and driving oil prices above $104. Meanwhile, electricity bills are rising due to a growing energy crisis. Electric cars and solar power can serve as a hedge against these increasing costs.
A bill to cap Alabama Power's profits and require formal rate case hearings for the first time in four decades was passed by the Alabama House 104-0, but the Senate later intervened. The Senate's action allowed Alabama Power to maintain its record profits intact, despite a push for tighter regulation. This move thwarted efforts to increase transparency and oversight over the company's operations.
SpaceXAI has built a massive battery at its Memphis data center hub, with 720 Tesla Megapack battery containers visible, possibly making it the biggest battery in the U.S. The exact size of the battery is unclear, but it's located at the Colossus 2 data center.
The US District Circuit Court for the District of Columbia ruled in favor of the Sierra Club, overturning a Department of Energy order that had overridden state and utility decisions to close the J.H. Campbell coal-fired power plant in Michigan. The ruling came after President Trump's Department of Energy issued an "emergency" order just before his term ended, in May 2025. The court's decision effectively closes the power plant, which had been the subject of a last-minute bailout effort by Trump's administration.
BLUETTI has launched new energy solutions for work, home, and life on the move at IFA 2026, including balcony solar, home energy management, compact batteries, and a 5,000W jobsite E-Generator. The company is targeting various use cases such as apartments, road trips, outages, and worksites with its new products. BLUETTI aims to provide energy solutions for both stationary and mobile applications.
New York ISO's independence is crucial when the grid is under stress, as demonstrated by this summer's Champlain Hudson Power Express outage. An independent grid operator can make swift decisions to manage stress on the system and prioritize power distribution. This autonomy is critical for maintaining grid stability during times of high demand or disruption.
The Royal Netherlands Aerospace Centre successfully flew its HYDRA-II liquid-hydrogen drone at Rotterdam The Hague Airport, marking a significant step in the development of hydrogen supply chains for commercial airports. This demonstration project is a joint effort with the airport and European TULIPS programme to streamline hydrogen delivery, storage, and fueling on-site. The test aims to work out every detail from cryogenic tanker arrival to safe operation on the ground.
The D.C. appeals court ruled against the Trump administration's order to keep a costly Michigan coal plant running, citing the US Department of Energy exceeding its authority. This decision marks the first blow to a series of Trump administration orders aimed at maintaining coal power despite high costs and health risks. The ruling reverses a requirement that the plant remain open due to a potential energy shortage.
A new fleet of battery electric trains is being introduced in the UK, promising faster and more reliable rail service, with thousands of new jobs created. The trains are designed and built by British companies, offering significant reductions in carbon emissions across northern England. The new fleet will enhance travel options in the region.
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