Energy

BP Shifts Focus from Renewable Energy, Sells U.S. Onshore Wind Farms
BP's decision to divest its U.S. onshore wind energy business marks a significant pivot back to fossil fuels, highlighting challenges in the transition to renewable energy.

UGI Announces Natural Gas Main Replacement Project in Lancaster County
UGI Utilities, Inc. is set to begin a natural gas main replacement project on Manheim Pike, aiming to enhance service reliability and offering conversion opportunities for local homes and businesses.

BioLargo's Innovations in Cleantech Begin to Yield Results
BioLargo Inc. is seeing the fruits of its long-term investments in cleantech and life sciences, with its battery storage technology and other innovations gaining traction in competitive markets.

McEwen Mining Inc. Discovers High-Grade Gold Near Froome Mine, Signaling Fox Complex Expansion
McEwen Mining Inc. has uncovered significant high-grade gold mineralization west of its Froome Mine, promising to enhance the Fox Complex's mining potential and flexibility.

Rising Phoenix Royalties Executes Strategic Divestiture in DJ Basin
Rising Phoenix Royalties' recent divestiture in Weld County underscores its agile operational model and strategic asset management in the DJ Basin.

Dataprana Launches 30MW Immersion-Cooled Data Center in Texas, Setting New Standards for Digital Asset Mining
Dataprana's new 30MW immersion-cooled data center in La Marque, Texas, represents a significant advancement in digital asset mining and AI workload infrastructure, showcasing the company's capability in developing large-scale, efficient, and secure data centers.

Maryland Upholds Offshore Wind Farm Permit Amid EPA Challenge
Maryland defends its permit for an offshore wind farm despite EPA objections, highlighting the state's commitment to renewable energy amidst regulatory scrutiny.

Activate Capital's Strategic Investment in XNRGY Signals Growth in Sustainable Cooling Technologies
Activate Capital's investment in XNRGY Climate Systems underscores the growing demand for energy-efficient cooling solutions in data centers and critical infrastructure, highlighting the importance of sustainable technology in the digital economy.

Silvercorp Metals Inc. Expands into Copper Market with El Domo Project Amid Rising Demand
Silvercorp Metals Inc. is diversifying its portfolio by entering the copper market with its El Domo project in Ecuador, capitalizing on the metal's surging demand and prices.

California Farmers Turn to Solar Power Amidst Drought and Rising Costs
Farmers in California's Central Valley are adopting solar power to combat drought, rising costs, and water scarcity, marking a significant shift in agricultural practices.

UGI Utilities Resumes Natural Gas Main Replacement Near Lancaster General Hospital
UGI Utilities, Inc. resumes a natural gas main replacement project in Lancaster City, impacting traffic and offering conversion opportunities for local homes and businesses.

Fathom Nickel Inc. Initiates Summer Exploration Program at Gochager Lake Amid Wildfire Delays
Fathom Nickel Inc. has commenced a delayed summer exploration program at the Gochager Lake Project in Saskatchewan, aiming to uncover significant nickel deposits through extensive fieldwork and sampling.

Royalty Management Holding Corporation Expands Investments in Rare Earth and Critical Mineral Sectors
Royalty Management Holding Corporation is diversifying its portfolio with strategic investments in rare earth and critical mineral sectors, aiming to disrupt China's monopoly and enhance U.S. capabilities in high-end technologies.

Foremost Clean Energy Ltd. Advances Uranium Exploration with ANT Survey in Athabasca Basin
Foremost Clean Energy Ltd. initiates an ANT survey at its Murphy Lake South Uranium Property to refine exploration targets and support the growing demand for nuclear energy.

New Pacific Metals Corp. Poised to Address Global Silver Supply Gap with Bolivian Projects
New Pacific Metals Corp. is advancing two large-scale silver projects in Bolivia, potentially positioning itself as a leading primary silver producer to meet global demand.

SolarBank Corp. Embraces Bitcoin in Treasury Strategy to Merge Renewable Energy with Digital Assets
SolarBank Corporation's decision to incorporate bitcoin into its treasury reserves highlights a growing trend among companies to blend traditional industries with digital asset strategies, signaling a shift in how renewable energy firms might diversify and innovate.

Nicola Mining Inc. Stands at the Forefront of Clean Energy and Critical Minerals Market
Nicola Mining Inc. leverages its unique position in British Columbia's mineral-rich landscape to meet global demand for copper, gold, and silver, highlighting its potential in the clean-energy transition.

LaFleur Minerals Inc. Launches Drilling Program and Confirms Strategic Mill Value
LaFleur Minerals Inc. has initiated a 5,000-metre diamond drilling program at its Swanson Gold Project and confirmed the strategic value of its Beacon Gold Mill, marking a significant step in its gold development efforts in Québec.

US Electric Vehicle Industry Faces Challenges Amid Policy Shifts
The US electric vehicle industry is experiencing delays and cancellations in new model launches, influenced by the Trump administration's policies, impacting companies like SolarBank Corp. and the broader green energy sector.

BP Anticipates Rise in Q2 Oil and Gas Production Amid Strategic Shift
BP announces an expected increase in Q2 2025 oil and gas production, highlighting a strategic pivot back to fossil fuels to enhance profitability under investor pressure.

California Sets New Renewable Energy Record in 2023
California achieved a record 67% of its retail electricity from renewable sources in 2023, marking significant progress in the state's green energy initiatives and setting a benchmark for others.

Fusion Fuel Green PLC Subsidiary BrightHy Partners with Houpu Global to Enhance Hydrogen Infrastructure
Fusion Fuel Green PLC's subsidiary BrightHy has entered into an agency agreement with Houpu Global Clean Energy Co., Ltd., marking a significant step towards expanding hydrogen infrastructure in Iberia and Latin America.

Ucore Rare Metals Inc. Secures $18.4 Million Grant to Challenge China's Dominance in Rare-Earth Production
The U.S. Department of Defense's $18.4 million grant to Ucore Rare Metals Inc. for its Louisiana Strategic Metals Complex project marks a significant step towards reducing reliance on China for rare-earth elements, enhancing U.S. supply chain resilience and creating jobs.

Ucore Rare Metals Inc. Advocates for North American Rare-Earth Supply Chain Independence
Ucore Rare Metals Inc. highlights the critical need for a North American rare-earth supply chain, emphasizing the vulnerability of U.S. industries to international trade tensions.

Panasonic Adjusts Battery Production Plans in Kansas Due to Shifting US Policies and EV Market Trends
Panasonic reevaluates its Kansas battery plant timelines amid U.S. policy changes and a slowdown in electric vehicle sales, highlighting broader industry challenges.

ESGold Corp. Introduces Innovative Mining Model Targeting Legacy Sites for Revival
ESGold Corp. is revolutionizing the mining industry by focusing on reviving past-producing or legacy-mining sites, offering a less speculative and more profitable approach amidst high gold prices and surging mineral demand.

Transparent Solar Windows: A Leap Towards Sustainable Energy
Michigan State University scientists have developed transparent solar panels, potentially revolutionizing how buildings generate clean energy.

Energy Fuels Inc. Achieves Commercial Production of On-Spec NdPr, Marking a Milestone in U.S. Rare Earth Elements Industry
Energy Fuels Inc. has successfully commenced commercial production of neodymium-praseodymium (NdPr) at its White Mesa Mill, a significant step towards reducing U.S. reliance on foreign rare earth elements for electric vehicles and hybrid technologies.

Ucore Rare Metals Secures $18.4 Million DoD Funding to Bolster U.S. Rare Earth Supply Chain
Ucore Rare Metals Inc. has secured significant funding from the U.S. Department of Defense to develop a domestic rare earth processing facility, marking a critical step towards reducing reliance on China for essential materials used in defense and clean energy technologies.

EPA Challenges Maryland's Offshore Wind Farm Permit Process
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has identified a procedural error in Maryland's permit issuance for an offshore wind farm, potentially affecting the project's timeline and legal standing.