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    Nearly two million told to evacuate as typhoon batters Japan●Nearly two million urged to evacuate as powerful typhoon batters Japan | BBC News▶youtubeEnvironmentWeather1.2M11 min ago

    Japanese authorities have urged nearly two million people to evacuate as a powerful typhoon makes landfall, bringing heavy rain, destructive winds and the threat of flooding and landslides. Emergency warnings have been issued across affected prefectures, with transport disrupted and residents advised to move to shelters before conditions worsen.

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    Typhoon hits Japan with nearly two million told to evacuate●Typhoon hits Japan: Nearly two million urged to evacuate | BBC News▶youtubeEnvironmentWeather1.2M1 h ago

    A powerful typhoon has struck Japan, with authorities urging nearly two million people to evacuate their homes as heavy rain and strong winds batter the country. Emergency warnings have been issued across affected regions, with officials warning of flooding and landslides. The storm is disrupting transport and daily life across large parts of the country.

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    New York and New Jersey declare emergencies as Nor'easter hits●New York, New Jersey declare states of emergency as Nor'easter storm cancels events▶youtubeEnvironmentWeather1.4M11 min ago

    New York and New Jersey have declared states of emergency as a powerful Nor'easter storm moves through the region, forcing the cancellation of events and disrupting travel. Officials are urging residents to stay off the roads as heavy snow, strong winds and coastal flooding batter the area. Emergency crews remain on standby as conditions worsen.

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    Coal still a third of world electricity in 2024▼Where does the world's electricity come from? In 2024, coal still produced about a third of it (34%), while wind and solMmastodonEnvironmentEnergy913 min ago

    New data on global electricity generation shows coal remained the world's largest single source in 2024, producing about 34% of all power. Wind and solar together supplied 15%, a sharp rise from just 4% a decade earlier. The figures, presented in charts drawn directly onto an interactive map, are drawing attention for how clearly they show both coal's persistence and renewables' rapid growth.

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    Nor'easter floods coastal areas from New Jersey to New England●Nor’easter storm floods coastal areas from New Jersey to New England | US weather✉newsEnvironmentWeather11 min ago

    A powerful nor'easter is battering the US East Coast, flooding coastal communities from New Jersey up through New England. Heavy rain, strong winds and storm surge are inundating shoreline neighborhoods, prompting warnings for residents along the coast.

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    Solar and wind hit record 80% of Australia's power demand●"Solar and wind generation meet record 80% of power demand on Australia’s national grid" # Australia # Energy # RenewablMmastodonEnvironmentEnergy713 min ago

    Renewable sources supplied a record 80% of electricity demand on Australia's national grid, with solar and wind generation combining to reach the milestone. The result is being cited as evidence that renewables can carry a large share of a major advanced economy's power system, adding to ongoing debate in Australia about the pace of the energy transition and the future role of coal and gas.

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    Growth in solar and wind power is limiting the use of natural gas in the United States even as overall electricity demand increases. The finding suggests renewables are increasingly meeting new consumption needs that would previously have been covered by gas-fired generation, a notable shift in the US energy mix.

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    Distributed renewables help Ukraine withstand Russian attacks●In Ukraine, distributed renewables foil Russia’s assaults✉newsWarUkraine45 min ago

    Ukraine is relying increasingly on distributed renewable energy to keep power flowing despite Russian strikes on its centralised grid. Small-scale solar, wind and other decentralised installations are harder to knock out than large power plants, allowing hospitals, communities and businesses to maintain electricity through attacks. The approach is being highlighted as a model of wartime energy resilience.

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    The New York Times has published live tracking maps following Typhoon Surigae, which formed in the western Pacific and intensified into one of the strongest storms of the season. The maps show the typhoon's projected path, wind speeds and areas at risk, helping readers follow its movement across the region.

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    One dead as nor'easter storm batters New York and New Jersey▼One dead as nor'easter storm pummels New York and New Jersey✉newsEnvironmentWeather5 h ago

    A powerful nor'easter has slammed into New York and New Jersey, bringing heavy rain, strong winds and coastal flooding. One person has died as a result of the storm, and emergency crews are dealing with damage across the region. Authorities are urging residents to stay indoors as conditions continue to worsen along the East Coast.

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    Nor'easter storm batters US east coast with heavy winds and power outages▼Nor’easter storm batters US east coast with heavy winds and power outages | US weather✉newsEnvironmentWeather7 h ago

    A powerful nor'easter has struck the US east coast, bringing heavy winds, coastal flooding and widespread power outages to communities along the shoreline. Residents are reporting downed trees and damaged infrastructure as utilities work to restore electricity. The storm's timing and intensity have made weather coverage a major talking point in the region.

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    Nor'easter floods Northeast, cuts power to over 130,000▼Powerful nor’easter floods Northeast, leaves over 130,000 without power as high tides threaten coast✉newsEnvironmentWeather7 h ago

    A powerful nor'easter is battering the Northeast United States, causing coastal flooding and leaving more than 130,000 customers without power. Forecasters warn that high tides threaten further inundation along the coast as the storm continues, and utility crews are working to restore outages amid strong winds and heavy precipitation across the region.

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    The European Union, France and Italy are examining what role they could play in Lebanon once the UN peacekeeping mission UNIFIL winds down. Discussions focus on how to maintain stability along the Israeli-Lebanese border and continue support for the Lebanese armed forces after the mission's drawdown.

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    Powerful nor'easter slams Ocean City and East Coast▼Powerful nor'easter storm slams Ocean City, east coast✉newsEnvironmentWeather11 min ago

    A powerful nor'easter storm is battering Ocean City, Maryland, and much of the US East Coast, bringing damaging winds, coastal flooding and heavy rain to coastal communities. WUSA9 reports on the storm's impact along the shore, with the system affecting a wide stretch of the Atlantic seaboard as residents brace for hazardous conditions.

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    Old EV batteries seen as fix for Europe's wasted renewable energy▼‘A gold mine’: How old EV batteries could help prevent Europe from wasting solar and wind energy✉newsEnvironmentEnergy7 h ago

    Used electric vehicle batteries could be given a second life as large-scale storage, helping Europe hold on to the solar and wind power that is currently wasted when supply exceeds demand. Reporting describes the retired batteries as 'a gold mine' for the energy transition, since they can store cheap renewable electricity and release it when the grid needs it, easing curtailment and supporting Europe's shift away from fossil fuels.

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    Nor'easter Slams East Coast▼Nor'easter hits East Coast🦋blueskyEnvironmentWeather1.4K3 h ago

    A nor'easter is battering the US East Coast, bringing heavy rain, strong winds and coastal flooding to communities from the mid-Atlantic through New England. People are sharing reports of power outages, flooded streets and travel disruptions, with local officials urging residents to stay off the roads and prepare for worsening conditions through the storm.

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    Nor'easter floods coast from New Jersey to New England●Nor’easter storm floods coastal areas from New Jersey to New England✉newsEnvironmentWeather4 h ago

    A powerful nor'easter is battering the US East Coast, flooding coastal communities from New Jersey up through New England. Strong winds and heavy rain are pushing water into low-lying streets and shoreline neighborhoods, with officials urging residents to avoid flooded areas as the storm continues to move through the region.

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    Nor'easter batters Northeast coastal communities●Nor'easter wallops Northeast coastal communities https://www.npr.org/2026/09/28/nx-s1-5982738/noreaster-wallops-northeasMmastodonEnvironmentWeather27 h ago

    A powerful nor'easter is hitting coastal communities across the US Northeast, bringing heavy wind, rain and flooding along the shoreline. The storm is the main weather story in the region, with residents and officials dealing with coastal damage and disruptions as coverage continues to spread widely.

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    Australia's most powerful battery completed to steady the grid●https:// reneweconomy.com.au/australias -most-powerful-battery-finally-completed-and-acting-as-giant-shock-absorber-to-tMmastodonEnvironmentClimate48 h ago

    Australia's most powerful battery has been completed and is now operating as a giant shock absorber for the electricity grid, according to Renew Economy. The project is designed to smooth out sudden fluctuations in supply and demand as the country relies more on variable wind and solar power. The news is being shared in renewable energy and climate circles, with commenters highlighting it as a milestone for Australia's clean energy transition and grid stability.

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    Elastic robot jumps endlessly powered by infrared light▼Wind-up elastic robot jumps forever when fed infrared light✉newsTechnologyRobotics1 h ago

    Researchers have developed a wind-up elastic robot that can keep jumping continuously when supplied with infrared light. The material converts the light into heat, re-tensioning its elastic body so the hopping cycle repeats without batteries or manual rewinding. The demonstration is drawing attention as a possible route to small, untethered soft robots for exploration or search tasks.

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    Clean Energy And Politics: An Increasingly Complicated Mix▼Solar, Wind, Battery Storage, And Politics — It’s Complicated✉newsWorldPolitics5 h ago

    A new commentary argues that the relationship between solar power, wind power, battery storage and politics has become complicated. The piece examines how political factors shape the deployment of renewable energy technologies and storage. It is drawing attention among readers following the clean energy transition, where policy decisions increasingly influence how fast solar, wind and battery projects can move forward.

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    Nor'easter winds down after deadly winds and flooding on East Coast●Nor'easter winding down after bringing deadly winds and flooding to parts of East Coast✉newsEnvironmentWeather11 h ago

    A powerful nor'easter is winding down after battering parts of the East Coast with deadly winds and flooding. CBS News reports the storm claimed lives while coastal areas faced floodwaters and damaging gusts. Conditions are now easing, but communities along the coast are assessing damage and cleanup is beginning.

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    Powerful nor'easter batters US East Coast●Powerful nor'easter batters much of the East Coast✉newsWorld10 h ago

    A powerful nor'easter is battering much of the US East Coast, bringing damaging winds, coastal flooding and heavy precipitation to communities from the mid-Atlantic to New England. Forecasts warn of possible power outages and hazardous travel as the storm intensifies offshore. Residents along the shore are being urged to secure property and avoid coastal roads during the worst conditions.

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    Tree falls on car in Brooklyn as nor'easter winds hit▼Tree falls on car in Brooklyn as city braces for high winds from nor'easter✉newsEnvironmentWeather11 min ago

    A tree toppled onto a car in Brooklyn as New York City prepared for strong winds from an approaching nor'easter. No injuries were reported in the incident, which came as officials warned residents of possible downed trees, power outages and hazardous travel conditions across the city ahead of the storm's arrival.

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    BGE crews head to New Jersey to restore nor'easter power outages▼BGE workers travel to New Jersey to help restore power after nor'easter✉newsLifeTravel5 h ago

    Baltimore Gas and Electric has sent crews to New Jersey to help restore electricity after a nor'easter knocked out power across the state. The mutual aid deployment comes as thousands of customers remain without service following the storm's heavy winds and damage to the grid, with outages expected to persist until repairs are completed.

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    East Coast Braces as Powerful Nor'easter Approaches●Nor’easter Updates: East Coast Braces as Powerful Storm Approaches✉newsEnvironmentWeather11 h ago

    A powerful nor'easter storm is approaching the East Coast of the United States, prompting widespread preparations. News outlets are providing rolling updates as residents and officials brace for potentially heavy snow, strong winds and coastal impacts. Communities along the seaboard are monitoring forecasts closely and taking precautions ahead of the storm's arrival.

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    Powerful nor'easter hammers New England with massive waves●Photos: Powerful nor'easter brings massive waves, high winds to New England✉newsEnvironmentWeather5 h ago

    A powerful nor'easter is battering the New England coast, sending massive waves crashing ashore and driving strong winds across the region. Photo reports from Boston-based outlet WBUR document the storm's impact on coastal communities, as residents and officials track flooding risks, damage, and travel disruptions during the severe weather event.

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    Nor'easter storm damage closes Connecticut school district Monday▼Nor'easter storm damage closes Connecticut school district on Monday✉newsEnvironmentWeather2 h ago

    A Connecticut school district has cancelled classes for Monday after damage from a Nor'easter storm. The closure was announced by local officials assessing the aftermath of the coastal storm, which brought damaging winds and heavy rain to the region. Residents across Connecticut are dealing with downed trees, power outages and cleanup work as the storm moves out.

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    Fall nor'easter batters Massachusetts with wind and rain▼Fall nor’easter 2026 (live updates): Storm continues in Mass. today with peak wind, rain✉newsEnvironmentWeather7 h ago

    A fall nor'easter is continuing across Massachusetts today, bringing peak winds and heavy rain to the region. Live updates are tracking the storm's progress as it moves through the state, with residents watching for potential power outages, coastal impacts and hazardous travel conditions during the peak of the weather event.

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    Zhongtian Hechuang Tenders Hydrogen Testing Center in Inner Mongolia●Green Hydrogen Project Tracker — Zhongtian Hechuang Wushenqi Wind and Solar Power Hydrogen Production Project Electrolysis Hydrogen Production Testing and Evaluation Center Tender, Investment of 65.13 Million Yuan✉newsEnvironmentEnergy8 h ago

    Zhongtian Hechuang has opened a tender for an electrolysis hydrogen production testing and evaluation center at its Wushenqi wind and solar power hydrogen production project in Inner Mongolia, with an investment of 65.13 million yuan. The project is part of China's expanding green hydrogen build-out, converting renewable power into hydrogen at scale. Industry watchers are tracking progress as a sign of momentum in the country's hydrogen sector.