(opens original source in a new tab)ElectrekThe PJM grid’s largest battery is now under construction in OhioA giant 1 GWh battery is now under construction outside Columbus, Ohio, where data center and industrial development is rapidly pushing up electricity demand.
Clean Energy (opens original source in a new tab)CleanTechnicaSierra Club Urges Rejection of Meta’s Attempt to Use Minor Source LoopholeCurrent proposal fails to consider all pollution and denies the public its lawful hearing In comments submitted today to the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ), Sierra Club argues that Meta’s most recent air permit revisions trigger major-source permit requirements despite the tech conglomerate attempting to maintain a “minor source” permit ... [continued] The post Sierra Club Urges Rejection of Meta’s Attempt to Use Minor Source Loophole appeared first on CleanTechnica. (opens original source in a new tab)Sierra Club·30 July 2026
Clean Energy (opens original source in a new tab)CleanTechnicaHyundai Steel’s Potential Economic Costs, Mercury Pollution & Drinking Water Threats Must Be Fully Evaluated Under Louisiana Public Trust DoctrineThe Air Permit Application for the Facility Submitted to LDEQ Lacks Full Analysis Required by Law The Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality must fully evaluate the veracity of local job claims, community impacts of taxpayer subsidies, and other economic ripple effects of Hyundai Steel’s proposed facility, according to new comments ... [continued] The post Hyundai Steel’s Potential Economic Costs, Mercury Pollution & Drinking Water Threats Must Be Fully Evaluated Under Louisiana Publ (opens original source in a new tab)Sierra Club·30 July 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)ElectrekJuiced Scrambler: Testing the best bang-for-your-buck moto-style e-bikeJuiced Bikes is one of the most recognizable names in the history of electric bikes in North America. Long before e-bike classes and speed limits became commonplace, the company built a loyal following with powerful bikes that blurred the line between bicycles and mopeds. But after the brand collapsed in 2024, many assumed Juiced was destined to become little more than a nostalgic footnote. Now it’s back under new ownership, and after spending several days riding the new Juiced Scrambler alongsi (opens original source in a new tab)Micah Toll·30 July 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)ElectrekA new Zipcar pilot pairs shared EVs with off-grid solar chargingFour Greater Boston communities now have off-grid solar EV chargers powering a new Zipcar pilot designed to bring affordable carsharing to places that have historically gone without it. (opens original source in a new tab)Michelle Lewis·30 July 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)ElectrekThe Kia EV3 will go on sale soon, with production set to begin in Mexico next weekKia opened pre-orders for the EV3 in Mexico, where the electric SUV will be built and shipped to the US later this year. (opens original source in a new tab)Peter Johnson·30 July 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)ElectrekRivian (RIVN) Q2 2026 earnings: revenue up 27%, gross margins soaringRivian reported its second-quarter 2026 earnings today, and there are improvements across the board. It’s a car. The company started delivering the R2, its first vehicle priced under $50,000, to customers on June 9. The financials came in strong too. Revenue reached $1.658 billion, up 27% year-over-year, and Rivian posted a record $179 million gross profit while beating Wall Street on revenue, earnings, and adjusted EBITDA. (opens original source in a new tab)Fred Lambert·30 July 2026
Clean Energy (opens original source in a new tab)CleanTechnicaUS Assists Morocco With Green Hydrogen Plan — Wait, What?Morocco is pursuing plans for a massive green hydrogen operation, with a focus on producing green ammonia for global markets -- and an assist from the US government, too. The post US Assists Morocco With Green Hydrogen Plan — Wait, What? appeared first on CleanTechnica. (opens original source in a new tab)Tina Casey·30 July 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)ElectrekTesla’s Elon Musk is having a generational meltdownTesla CEO Elon Musk has spent 2026 turning his X feed into a problem no investor relations team can fix. His posts have escalated from trolling into open white nationalism, and this week his AI company sued the state of Minnesota to block a law targeting nonconsensual sexual deepfakes. The board of a public company would have fired the CEO for just a fraction of the stuff Musk is posting these days. However, Tesla is not a normal company. Shareholders have given full control to Musk and now, the (opens original source in a new tab)Fred Lambert·30 July 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)ElectrekJackery 3,584Wh and 2,048Wh HomePower power stations get exclusive $1,450 savings to new lows, Roborock, Greenworks, moreWe’ve got two big exclusive Jackery deals leading today’s Green Deals, with up to $1,450 savings on the 3,584Wh HomePower 3600 Plus and 2,048Wh HomePower 2000 Plus v2 power stations to new low prices of $1,349 and $849. We also spotted the roborock RockNeo Q110H RTK Robot Lawn Mower at a new $999 low, and two Greenworks deals worth considering: the first being on the 13A 2,100 PSI Compact Electric Pressure Washer for a $150 2026 low, and the second being on the comprehensive 24V 10-Tool Combo Ki (opens original source in a new tab)Reinette LeJeune·30 July 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)ElectrekBMW opens i3 orders months early as buyers rush inThe new i3 is here sooner than expected. Although it wasn’t expected to go on sale until this fall, BMW has already opened orders in several markets after “high levels” of early interest. (opens original source in a new tab)Peter Johnson·30 July 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)ElectrekThe Genesis GV60 Magma costs $10,000 more than the Hyundai IONIQ 5 NThe GV60 Magma will begin arriving at dealerships soon. Priced $10,000 higher than the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N, is it worth upgrading to the Genesis? (opens original source in a new tab)Peter Johnson·30 July 2026
