Green energy
Coverage of Green energy in the Nexus archive.
- Gobi X: Creating more energy for AI, not taking it from society
The article discusses how energy constraints, not semiconductor availability, now limit AI development, with datacenters projected to consume 3% of global electricity by 2030. Envision CEO Lei Zhang highlights the need for an energy revolution to power AI sustainably, proposing Mission Gobi to build 5 GW of green AI computing capacity in arid regions by 2030.
- NIRL signs Joint Venture with OREDA for establishment of 1,000 MW green energy in Odisha
NIRL has signed a joint venture with OREDA to establish 1,000 MW of green energy in Odisha. The collaboration aims to develop renewable energy infrastructure in the region.
- China’s green energy exports to US grow
China’s green energy and battery exports to the US increased last month, driven by easing trade tensions and the US’s demand for energy to support expanding AI infrastructure. Chevron signed a deal to supply electricity to Microsoft for a large data center in Texas, highlighting reliance on natural gas for tech operations.
- The End of Climate Politics
The article contrasts the West's debate over a green energy future with Beijing's active construction of it. It highlights a shift in climate action leadership.
- Foxconn to invest in Vietnam green energy
Foxconn, the world’s largest electronics manufacturer, will invest one gigawatt in solar and wind energy production in Vietnam. This move follows Vietnam's energy supply disruptions due to the Middle East war and reflects Foxconn's shift from China amid the Sino-US trade standoff.
- California and New York weaken climate rules as red states ramp up green energy
California and New York are weakening their climate policies, while Republican-led states are increasing renewable energy deployment. California scaled back its cap-and-invest program, and New York delayed its climate law. Texas is emerging as a clean-energy leader.
- Secret tunnels and unregistered workers: China's coal mine disaster is a reminder of darker days
China's worst coal mining disaster in 15 years occurred, involving secret tunnels and unregistered workers. The incident highlights safety concerns amid the country's push toward green energy.
- Bill Maher blasts California’s education results, cites two surging red states
Bill Maher criticized California Democrats over education and green energy, noting Mississippi and Texas are outperforming California on issues Democrats often campaign on.
- Australians will call ‘bullshit’ on green energy without clearer benefits, Rudd warns
Former Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd warns that public support for green energy policies may wane if tangible benefits like lower prices, reliable energy, and job creation are not delivered. He criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's cuts to green industries, while Malcolm Turnbull noted some progress in the U.S. on climate initiatives.
- Ed Miliband will 'double down' on his green energy drive despite fears it will push up prices and will use the Iran war to justify his Net Zero agenda
Ed Miliband is intensifying his focus on green energy initiatives despite concerns about rising costs, and is leveraging the Iran war to advance his Net Zero agenda. Critics argue his policies may lead to increased prices, but he remains committed to his environmental goals.
- Ed Miliband will 'double down' on his green energy drive despite fears it will push up prices and will use the Iran war to justify his Net Zero agenda
Ed Miliband is intensifying his green energy initiatives despite concerns about rising costs and is leveraging the Iran war to bolster support for his Net Zero agenda.
- Iran war’s big winners: Wall Street, weapons firms, AI and green energy
The global economic outlook for 2026 appears grim if the Iran war escalates, but industries like Wall Street, weapons firms, AI, and green energy are experiencing growth. Key sectors are benefiting despite broader economic concerns linked to ongoing geopolitical tensions.