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America’s Nuclear Comeback Begins: Standard Nuclear Joins DOE’s Fuel Pilot Program

The U.S. is reigniting its nuclear ambitions—and it just took a big leap forward. The Department of Energy (DOE) recently conditionally selected Oak Ridge, Tennessee-based Standard Nuclear as the first company to join its newly launched nuclear fuel line pilot program, part of the Trump administration’s broader strategy to rebuild America’s nuclear energy leadership. This […]

U.S. EPA Plans to Cancel $7 Billion in Solar Grants: What It Means for Solar Industry

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) plans to cancel $7 billion in solar energy grants, according to official sources. These grants were given to states, tribes, and nonprofits through the Solar for All program. This program, made possible by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), helps low- and moderate-income families access clean energy. It supports rooftop […]

ChatGPT Hits 700M Weekly Users, But at What Environmental Cost?

OpenAI confirmed that ChatGPT now attracts 700 million weekly active users, up from around 500 million users in March. ChatGPT has grown four times compared to last year, showing a quick growth in both consumer and business areas.  The surge includes users from free, Plus, Pro, Enterprise, Team, and educational plans. This demonstrates broad AI adoption among […]

Chevron (CVX Stock) Powers Through Q2 With $5.5B Payout, Permian Growth, and Net-Zero Push

Chevron (NYSE: CVX) delivered better-than-expected earnings in the second quarter of 2025 despite falling oil prices and weaker refining margins. Profits fell year-over-year. However, strong production in the Permian Basin and careful capital management allowed the company to generate solid cash flow. This also helped maintain returns for shareholders. Alongside its financial results, Chevron reaffirmed […]

U.S. Residential Solar in 2025: Market Slowdown Now, but 2050 Forecast is Massive

The U.S. residential solar market is uncertain. Its long-term potential is huge, exceeding current U.S. power generation capacity. However, recent policy changes threaten short-term growth. Wood Mackenzie’s analysis, “Near-term challenges but long-term potential: evaluating the US residential solar addressable market,” shows how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) affects homeowners and solar developers. The […]

From Steel to Mass Timber: Meta’s Low-Carbon Data Center Makeover

Data centers are usually built with carbon-heavy materials like concrete and steel. However, cement and steel production together contribute to about 15% of global carbon emissions. That makes them key targets for climate action. To reduce this impact, Facebook owner Meta announced that it is turning to mass timber. So what’s mass timber? It’s a […]