TerraWatts2010
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Founding partner Stellar Solar. Board member GENI. Passionate about #renewables. Committed to the reality of the "global energy grid" and using HVDC transmission to support clean energy deployment. www.terrawatts.com
If ultimately approved, 12,000 customers in Coronado could get enrolled by early 2028 🔌💡
www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2026/02/18/c...
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Coronado moves toward joining San Diego Community Power
If ultimately approved, 12,000 customers in Coronado could get enrolled by early 2028.
www.sandiegouniontribune.com
February 19, 2026 at 10:24 PM
If ultimately approved, 12,000 customers in Coronado could get enrolled by early 2028 🔌💡
www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2026/02/18/c...
www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2026/02/18/c...
Plans call for up to 87 turbines and 5.5 miles of electrical transmission line, creating enough capacity to power hundreds of thousands of homes. 🔌💡
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South Dakota regulators approve wind farm that will be the largest in the state • South Dakota Searchlight
The Public Utilities Commission approved a permit for a $750 million wind farm planned on about 70,000 acres of private land.
southdakotasearchlight.com
February 18, 2026 at 3:50 PM
Plans call for up to 87 turbines and 5.5 miles of electrical transmission line, creating enough capacity to power hundreds of thousands of homes. 🔌💡
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Its reactor features a single, extremely powerful magnet levitating inside a vacuum chamber about 16 feet wide, which looks like a steel donut on legs. 🔌💡
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A nuclear fusion startup just reached a milestone in its bid to commercialize unlimited clean energy | CNN
In a commercial warehouse overlooking the ocean in New Zealand’s capital Wellington, a startup is trying to recreate the power of a star using an unconventional “inside out” reactor with a powerful le...
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February 18, 2026 at 3:46 PM
Its reactor features a single, extremely powerful magnet levitating inside a vacuum chamber about 16 feet wide, which looks like a steel donut on legs. 🔌💡
www.cnn.com/2024/11/29/c...
www.cnn.com/2024/11/29/c...
The high court kicked the case back to a panel of three appeals court justices in San Francisco, and that’s where it now stands. 🔌💡
www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2026/02/17/c...
www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2026/02/17/c...
CA regulator says its solar rules are fair, but trio of environmental groups wants to toss them out
A court decision on California’s rooftop solar rules — NEM 3.0 — is coming, but we don’t know when.
www.sandiegouniontribune.com
February 18, 2026 at 4:43 AM
The high court kicked the case back to a panel of three appeals court justices in San Francisco, and that’s where it now stands. 🔌💡
www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2026/02/17/c...
www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2026/02/17/c...
After $50 billion in squandered investments, will U.S. auto companies finally get serious—or just watch while China wins? 🔌💡
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The Car World Is Going Electric, Without America
After $50 billion in squandered investments, will U.S. auto companies finally get serious—or just watch while China wins, asks Michael Dunne.
www.thefp.com
February 18, 2026 at 12:21 AM
After $50 billion in squandered investments, will U.S. auto companies finally get serious—or just watch while China wins? 🔌💡
www.thefp.com/p/the-car-wo...
www.thefp.com/p/the-car-wo...
𝗘𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗺𝗶𝗱𝘁: "𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗿𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆."
Schmidt has cautioned that the US is ‘running out of electricity', highlighting the strain caused by massive data centers, intensive cooling requirements and round-the-clock operations. 🔌💡
Schmidt has cautioned that the US is ‘running out of electricity', highlighting the strain caused by massive data centers, intensive cooling requirements and round-the-clock operations. 🔌💡
Google’s ex CEO Eric Schmidt warns America: We are running out of … - The Times of India
Tech News News: Google’s ex-CEO Eric Schmidt has raised an alarm over America’s energy capacity. In a video shared on social media platform X (formerly known as Twitt.
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February 18, 2026 at 12:19 AM
𝗘𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗺𝗶𝗱𝘁: "𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗿𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆."
Schmidt has cautioned that the US is ‘running out of electricity', highlighting the strain caused by massive data centers, intensive cooling requirements and round-the-clock operations. 🔌💡
Schmidt has cautioned that the US is ‘running out of electricity', highlighting the strain caused by massive data centers, intensive cooling requirements and round-the-clock operations. 🔌💡
A new bio-inspired molecule -- pyrimidone -- captures solar energy and releases it as heat on demand, outperforming lithium-ion batteries. 🔌💡https://news.ucsb.edu/2026/022384/ucsb-scientists-bottle-sun-liquid-battery
UCSB scientists bottle the sun with liquid battery
A new bio-inspired molecule captures solar energy and releases it as heat on demand, outperforming lithium-ion batteries.
news.ucsb.edu
February 17, 2026 at 10:19 PM
A new bio-inspired molecule -- pyrimidone -- captures solar energy and releases it as heat on demand, outperforming lithium-ion batteries. 🔌💡https://news.ucsb.edu/2026/022384/ucsb-scientists-bottle-sun-liquid-battery
“Climate superfund laws are based on the principle that if you make a mess, you clean it up,” said Jamie Flynn, a visiting fellow at the Conservation Law Foundation. “It’s kindergarten-level ethics.” 🔌💡
www.canarymedia.com/articles/cli...
www.canarymedia.com/articles/cli...
States push climate superfund bills despite Trump’s opposition
The legislation would make oil and gas firms pay for climate damages from burning their products. Trump has referred to such laws as “extortion.”
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February 17, 2026 at 6:16 PM
“Climate superfund laws are based on the principle that if you make a mess, you clean it up,” said Jamie Flynn, a visiting fellow at the Conservation Law Foundation. “It’s kindergarten-level ethics.” 🔌💡
www.canarymedia.com/articles/cli...
www.canarymedia.com/articles/cli...
The projects are also needed to handle new generation in southern Virginia, future generation in western PJM, delays to New Jersey offshore wind projects and increased regional flows toward the eastern parts of PJM’s footprint. 🔌💡
www.utilitydive.com/news/pjm-rte...
www.utilitydive.com/news/pjm-rte...
PJM board approves $11.8B transmission expansion plan
Dominion Energy utility lands $4.8-billion, high-voltage, direct-current underground project in Virginia as NextEra Energy-Exelon is awarded a $1.7-billion project in Pennsylvania.
www.utilitydive.com
February 17, 2026 at 6:13 PM
The projects are also needed to handle new generation in southern Virginia, future generation in western PJM, delays to New Jersey offshore wind projects and increased regional flows toward the eastern parts of PJM’s footprint. 🔌💡
www.utilitydive.com/news/pjm-rte...
www.utilitydive.com/news/pjm-rte...
Sunlight can cause a molecule to change structure, and then release heat later. 🔌💡
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A fluid can store solar energy and then release it as heat months later
Sunlight can cause a molecule to change structure, and then release heat later.
arstechnica.com
February 17, 2026 at 12:44 AM
Sunlight can cause a molecule to change structure, and then release heat later. 🔌💡
arstechnica.com/science/2026...
arstechnica.com/science/2026...
The state is mulling a bill that calls for all new generation to be “affordable, reliable, and clean” — but its strained definitions would exclude renewables. 🔌💡
www.canarymedia.com/articles/cle...
www.canarymedia.com/articles/cle...
A new Ohio bill could be a de facto statewide ban on solar and wind
The state is mulling a bill that calls for all new generation to be “affordable, reliable, and clean” — but its strained definitions would exclude…
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February 16, 2026 at 9:38 PM
The state is mulling a bill that calls for all new generation to be “affordable, reliable, and clean” — but its strained definitions would exclude renewables. 🔌💡
www.canarymedia.com/articles/cle...
www.canarymedia.com/articles/cle...
“When a country is not energy interlinked and depends only on local production, it will constantly be exposed to risks, high production costs, limited competition and insecurity of supply,” he said. 🔌💡
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www.tovima.com/finance/ex-c...
Ex-Cyprus Minister Alleges GSI Faces Local Pushback - tovima.com
Former Energy Minister Giorgos Papanastasiou says local interests are resisting the Greece–Cyprus power interconnector, warning that continued energy isolation leaves Cyprus exposed to high costs, sup...
www.tovima.com
February 16, 2026 at 5:13 PM
“When a country is not energy interlinked and depends only on local production, it will constantly be exposed to risks, high production costs, limited competition and insecurity of supply,” he said. 🔌💡
www.tovima.com/finance/ex-c...
www.tovima.com/finance/ex-c...
Energy Minister George Papanastasiou had said Cyprus will pay the first €25m instalment when the project is being “implemented in its entirety”, and that the construction of cables alone is “not enough” to meet this criterion. 🔌💡
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February 16, 2026 at 4:15 PM
Energy Minister George Papanastasiou had said Cyprus will pay the first €25m instalment when the project is being “implemented in its entirety”, and that the construction of cables alone is “not enough” to meet this criterion. 🔌💡
www.msn.com/en-us/money/...
www.msn.com/en-us/money/...
Interconnection with the European electricity grid through the Great Sea Interconnector project is a strategic priority for energy security and the integration of renewable sources. 🔌💡
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in-cyprus.philenews.com/local/wopke-...
Wopke Hoekstra: Cyprus must prioritise electrical interconnection with Europe
In an interview with Phileleftheros, European Commissioner for Climate Action, Net Zero Emissions, and Clean Growth, Wopke Hoekstra, referred to the role Cyprus can play in tackling the climate crisis...
in-cyprus.philenews.com
February 16, 2026 at 4:13 PM
Interconnection with the European electricity grid through the Great Sea Interconnector project is a strategic priority for energy security and the integration of renewable sources. 🔌💡
in-cyprus.philenews.com/local/wopke-...
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Chinese automakers have increased their global share of sales from 3.5% to 42% since 2000. This administration is torching the US auto industry
February 16, 2026 at 1:29 PM
Chinese automakers have increased their global share of sales from 3.5% to 42% since 2000. This administration is torching the US auto industry
Representatives Jake Auchincloss and Mark Amodei want to boost “superhot” exploration. 🔌💡
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heatmap.news/politics/amo...
A New Bipartisan Geothermal Bill Is About to Heat Up the House
Representatives Jake Auchincloss and Mark Amodei want to boost “superhot” exploration.
heatmap.news
February 15, 2026 at 8:41 PM
Representatives Jake Auchincloss and Mark Amodei want to boost “superhot” exploration. 🔌💡
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One point of view would say the best thing that can happen right now is to reach dead pool level ASAP and force California to adapt ASAP. With power capita water use multiples of Las Vegas valley residents and much lower temps and higher rainfall it should be easy - given the right incentive.
February 15, 2026 at 7:08 PM
One point of view would say the best thing that can happen right now is to reach dead pool level ASAP and force California to adapt ASAP. With power capita water use multiples of Las Vegas valley residents and much lower temps and higher rainfall it should be easy - given the right incentive.
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Hong Kong–based startup launches glass-fiber composite solar module frames #energysky -- via pv magazine global:
Hong Kong–based startup launches glass-fiber composite solar module frames
Xilia Group has introduced composite frames for solar modules made from glass fiber–reinforced polyurethane. The company says the frames reduce weight, resist corrosion, and eliminate the need for grounding.
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February 12, 2026 at 3:23 PM
Hong Kong–based startup launches glass-fiber composite solar module frames #energysky -- via pv magazine global:
The California Independent System Operator detailed this shift in a report prepared for the governor and legislature as part of preparations for launching a new Western regional organization. 🔌💡
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www.utilitydive.com/news/caiso-t...
CAISO shifts transmission focus to reliability to meet peak demand growth
The California Independent System Operator detailed this shift in a report prepared for the governor and legislature as part of preparations for launching a new Western regional organization to overse...
www.utilitydive.com
February 11, 2026 at 3:36 PM
The California Independent System Operator detailed this shift in a report prepared for the governor and legislature as part of preparations for launching a new Western regional organization. 🔌💡
www.utilitydive.com/news/caiso-t...
www.utilitydive.com/news/caiso-t...
High electricity costs in California have slowed industrial decarbonization in the state. New industrial rates and other fixes could change that, experts say. 🔌💡
www.canarymedia.com/articles/cle...
www.canarymedia.com/articles/cle...
California has abundant solar power. Here’s how factories can use it.
High electricity costs in California have slowed industrial decarbonization in the state. New industrial rates and other fixes could change that, experts…
www.canarymedia.com
February 11, 2026 at 3:35 PM
High electricity costs in California have slowed industrial decarbonization in the state. New industrial rates and other fixes could change that, experts say. 🔌💡
www.canarymedia.com/articles/cle...
www.canarymedia.com/articles/cle...
Chris Wright trashed solar and wind for not providing much power during Winter Storm Fern — and ignored basic facts about how much renewables contribute year-round. 🔌💡
www.canarymedia.com/articles/tra...
www.canarymedia.com/articles/tra...
What Energy Secretary Wright gets wrong about the grid
Chris Wright trashed solar and wind for not providing much power during Winter Storm Fern — and ignored basic facts about how much renewables contribute…
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February 11, 2026 at 3:28 PM
Chris Wright trashed solar and wind for not providing much power during Winter Storm Fern — and ignored basic facts about how much renewables contribute year-round. 🔌💡
www.canarymedia.com/articles/tra...
www.canarymedia.com/articles/tra...
A small group of conservative activists has worked for 16 years to stop all government efforts to fight climate change. Their efforts seem poised to pay off. 🔌💡
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/09/c...
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/09/c...
Trump Allies Near ‘Total Victory’ in Wiping Out U.S. Climate Regulation
www.nytimes.com
February 11, 2026 at 12:44 AM
A small group of conservative activists has worked for 16 years to stop all government efforts to fight climate change. Their efforts seem poised to pay off. 🔌💡
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/09/c...
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/09/c...
Can the vertical integration of its energy business outrun Elon Musk’s political reputation? 🔌💡
www.latitudemedia.com/news/teslas-...
www.latitudemedia.com/news/teslas-...
Tesla’s rooftop solar paradox
Can the vertical integration of its energy business outrun Elon Musk’s political reputation?
www.latitudemedia.com
February 10, 2026 at 7:03 PM
Can the vertical integration of its energy business outrun Elon Musk’s political reputation? 🔌💡
www.latitudemedia.com/news/teslas-...
www.latitudemedia.com/news/teslas-...
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In the past few days we’ve seen extreme and destructive flooding in Portugal, Spain, Greece, Argentina, Chile, Brazil, Colombia, Morocco, France, England, Wales, Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Turkey, Italy,…
February 8, 2026 at 12:48 AM
In the past few days we’ve seen extreme and destructive flooding in Portugal, Spain, Greece, Argentina, Chile, Brazil, Colombia, Morocco, France, England, Wales, Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Turkey, Italy,…