Department of Energy

LUX-ZEPLIN dark matter signal detection

3 clusters · 43 sources · last updated about 4 hours ago

Latest: LUX-ZEPLIN experiment detects potential dark matter signal

Physicists conducting the LUX-ZEPLIN (LZ) experiment at the Sanford Underground Research Facility in South Dakota have recorded a single, unexplained particle interaction that may indicate the presence of dark matter. Th

Kia PV5 sales grow; PV7 officially unveiled at IAA

31 clusters · 121 sources · last updated about 13 hours ago

Latest: Kia unveils PV7 electric commercial van at IAA Transportation

Throughout July and August 2026, Kia expanded its PV5 portfolio and market reach. In Greece, the brand launched the EV2 compact SUV and the PV5 Cargo van, while a camping-bed kit for the PV5 Passenger entered the Japanes

China's expanding critical-material export controls

26 clusters · 95 sources · last updated about 22 hours ago

Latest: United States invests $180 million in mining workforce development

Since July, Beijing’s tightened export-licence regime has deepened pressure on a range of strategic commodities. In June, China halted high-purity tungsten shipments to Japan, driving the price of tungsten hexafluoride (

US and global energy storage expansion

12 clusters · 50 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Renewable energy capacity expands in the United States

The United States continues its rapid expansion in utility-scale battery storage, with capacity projected to reach nearly 65 GW by the end of 2026. In California, Wellhead Electric Company has completed the Stanton Batte

Rivian rolls out RivianOS 2 and refreshes R1 lineup

29 clusters · 76 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Rivian unveils refreshed 2027 R1S and R1T electric vehicles

Rivian has launched RivianOS 2, its largest software update to date, designed to unify the software stack across R1 and R2 vehicle lineups. The update features a redesigned user interface with a vertical status bar, reor

US-Iran Hormuz conflict: Blockade and energy crisis

1330 clusters · 4146 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Strait of Hormuz oil transit volumes subject to dispute

The US–Iran maritime standoff in the Strait of Hormuz has intensified, causing significant global economic volatility. While President Trump previously claimed the strait was navigable, a diplomatic impasse has stalled r

Rising AI-driven threats to OT and critical infrastructure

29 clusters · 74 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Siemens PLC vulnerabilities and critical infrastructure cyber attacks

Enterprises are increasingly enforcing Zero Trust architectures to mitigate lateral movement and credential-based attacks. Simultaneously, Operational Technology (OT) security has become a critical priority as nation-sta

Diablo Canyon nuclear plant extension debate

3 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: US nuclear energy expands through plant restarts and life extensions

The Diablo Canyon nuclear power plant in California is facing potential operational extensions following a license renewal by the federal Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Originally scheduled for decommissioning in 2024 or

Global logistics and trade market pressures

4 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: North American freight spot rates rise amid supply chain uncertainty

The logistics and global trade sectors continue to face economic pressure from rising fuel costs and capacity constraints. Diesel prices in the United States surged approximately 54% since January, reaching mid-August av

Oklo completes reactor build and reports first revenue

7 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Oklo Inc. faces stock volatility amid microreactor development

In August 2026, Oklo Inc. reached a major technical milestone when its Groves Isotope Test Reactor in Lockhart, Texas, achieved first criticality on August 6. This controlled, self-sustaining nuclear chain reaction occur

Philippines electricity supply and grid instability

6 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Philippine lawmakers seek solutions for Visayas power instability

The Philippines is experiencing significant electricity supply instability, characterized by localized cooperative failures and broader national grid alerts. To stabilize the Visayas and Mindanao grids, the Department of

Metro Manila waste management and flooding crisis

3 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Marikina River flood mitigation and waste management prioritized by President Marcos Jr

Metro Manila is experiencing a waste management crisis that has exacerbated flooding during the monsoon season. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. described garbage levels as being at a ‘critical’ stage, noting that waste ac

Philippines electric vehicle sector development

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: AC Mobility expands Philippine EV charging network and safety programs

The electric vehicle (EV) sector in the Philippines is experiencing growth in both infrastructure and retail presence. The Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP) has called for the expansion of charging s

Philippines renewable energy and energy security initiatives

3 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Philippines seeks to balance renewable energy growth with food security

The Philippines is pursuing several initiatives to enhance its energy security and transition toward renewable sources. Efforts include addressing feedstock availability and supply chain constraints within the domestic b

Visayas and Mindanao power grids face supply strain

3 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Visayas and Mindanao power grids face supply strain and red alerts

In early July, the Visayas region’s electricity network was placed under a yellow alert, while the neighboring Mindanao grid reported stable supply. By early August, the situation had worsened: outages at several coal‑fi

Southeast Asian clean energy transition

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Southeast Asia faces infrastructure and financing gaps in clean energy transition

Southeast Asian nations are pursuing clean energy and electric vehicle (EV) transitions through various policy frameworks, though significant structural challenges remain. In Indonesia, the government intends to resume

US space nuclear power development challenges

3 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: NASA seeks industry feedback on draft SPARC contract for lunar nuclear reactor

U.S. space nuclear programs face significant logistical, supply chain, and financial hurdles as NASA and industry partners work toward lunar exploration goals. Experts have identified cost, production, and insurance limi

Geothermal energy expansion for AI data centers

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Utah tests enhanced geothermal technology to power AI data centers

The geothermal energy sector in the Western United States is expanding through the development of Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS) to meet the high electricity demands of artificial intelligence data centers. Ormat Tec

Global diesel market tightness and record high US prices

3 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: US diesel supplies hit record seasonal low

By early September 2026, U.S. diesel prices reached a new record high, with national averages hitting $5.85 per gallon on Friday, September 4. This surpasses the previous peak of $5.819 set in June 2022 and represents an

Automotive fuel efficiency guidance

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Fuel efficiency tips for high-capacity gasoline vehicles

Drivers of high-capacity gasoline vehicles can improve fuel efficiency during long trips by adopting specific driving habits and maintenance practices. Key strategies include maintaining a stable speed and avoiding frequ

US gasoline price volatility and regulatory response

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: EPA issues emergency fuel waiver to increase gasoline supply

In mid-2026, United States gasoline prices experienced a sharp year-on-year increase. Despite an initial Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) waiver issued in March to relax summer fuel specifications through higher-eth

Frank Rose resignation from NNSA

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: Frank Rose departs NNSA leadership following accusations

Frank Rose, the Senate-confirmed second-ranking official at the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), resigned following unspecified complaints. Reports indicate Rose was pressured to resign without being inte

Philippines Maharlika Investment Corp. development

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: Maharlika Investment Corp. advances energy and aviation deals

The Philippines’ Maharlika Investment Corp. (MIC) has initiated efforts to expand its institutional capacity and strategic investment portfolio. In July 2026, MIC signed a cooperation pact with Morocco’s Ithmar Capital.

Philippines fuel price hikes

3 clusters · 9 sources · last updated about 1 month ago

Latest: Philippines fuel prices expected to rise starting August 18

In late July 2026, the Philippine Department of Energy announced a sharp increase in fuel prices – diesel up about P10.68 per litre, kerosene P11.77 and gasoline P3.65 – to take effect on 21 July. The hike was attributed