Dec 31, 2024
Climate-friendly Electricity Sees Big Battery Projects Soar Again for 2024
In 2024, the United States experienced a significant surge in battery storage for electricity, reaching 24 gigawatt-hours—a 71% increase from 2023—supporting cleaner energy and reducing reliance on fossil fuel power plants.
The substantial growth in battery storage capacity across states like California, Texas, Arizona, and Nevada has enhanced the integration of renewable energy sources into the grid. This expansion provides a cleaner alternative to “peaker” plants, which are often detrimental to health and the environment, particularly in low-income and minority communities. By supplying stored energy during peak demand, these batteries reduce the necessity for fossil fuel power plants, contributing to a more resilient and sustainable electrical grid. Despite the progress, many states still lag in battery storage deployment, highlighting the need for continued investment to meet the nation’s growing electricity demands and climate goals. Read more.
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Sep 8, 2025
Musk Corrects Energy Department After It Calls Wind and Solar "Worthless" Without Batteries
The U.S. Department of Energy tweeted that wind and solar infrastructure is "essentially worthless when it is dark outside, and the wind is not blowing," prompting Elon Musk to respond with "Um… hello?" and remind them that battery storage systems exist.
Aug 11, 2025
Airline industry struggles to scale sustainable aviation fuel as flagship refinery shuts down and most projects stall.
A Reuters investigation reveals that only a fraction of the 165 sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) projects announced over the past decade have materialized, with World Energy’s flagship SAF refinery in California closing, underscoring systemic challenges that leave airlines far from meeting climate targets.