Clean Energy Transition

The grid investment surge of 2026 is reshaping what utility operators must evaluate now

From a $1B home battery raise to $510M in Mexican renewables financing, capital is flowing fast into grid infrastructure, and operators need to know where it lands.

Clean energy deals dominate this week: hydrogen, storage, offshore wind, and a major Shell divestiture

Five significant energy transition deals closed in July 2026, spanning green hydrogen, battery storage, offshore wind, and renewable portfolio M&A.

Carbon-free generation spending tops fossil fuels at US utilities for the first time

RMI's Utility Transition Hub finds 2024 carbon-free generation investment hit $14.5B, edging past $13.9B in fossil spending.

Energy demand is outrunning the clean energy build: what operators need to know in 2026

Global energy demand grew faster than clean energy additions in 2025, keeping fossil fuels at 86% of supply even as renewables spending hits $2.2T in 2026.

Clean energy investment hits $2.2 trillion in 2026, nearly doubling fossil fuel spending

Global energy investment reaches $3.4T in 2026, with clean energy outpacing fossil fuels nearly two to one, per the IEA's latest report.

Philippines raises renewable energy target to 50% by 2030, signaling major grid shift for industrial operators

The Philippine DOE has lifted its renewable energy target to 50% of the power mix by 2030, with direct implications for energy procurement and grid planning.

Seven energy transition deals in one week signal a sharp shift in how operators should evaluate power and fuel sourcing

From fusion funding to SAF deals, a burst of energy transition activity is reshaping sourcing options for enterprise power and aviation fuel buyers.

Modular Microgrids Replace Full Grid Overhauls in Fossil Plant Transitions

Communities transitioning away from fossil fuels are finding faster, cheaper alternatives to complete grid replacements through smaller, localized power systems

Addressing the Complexities and Opportunities of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)

Energy sector leaders must navigate shifting guidance and hidden requirements to unlock billions in transition incentives

Inflation Reduction Act Can Impact Company Investments

Companies pursuing renewable energy strategies should understand how federal incentives are reshaping investment opportunities and competitive advantage

Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is Helping Push a New Era for Renewable Energy

Federal incentives are accelerating the shift toward clean energy while reshaping how companies compete in the power sector

Advanced Metering and Data Management Tech: The Key to Meeting Clean Energy Goals in the Utility Industry

Utilities must leverage real-time insights to balance intermittent renewable sources and achieve net-zero commitments

Electric Vehicles are Fueling a Change in Battery Technology and the Energy Sector

The race for better batteries is reshaping how industries store and distribute energy across entire power grids

Safe Infrastructure Could Put Nuclear Energy on the Fast Track Towards Global Adoption

Nations are betting on safer nuclear infrastructure to unlock widespread energy adoption and meet climate commitments faster

Beyond Fukushima: Nuclear Energy is Critical to Achieve Net Zero

Nations weigh safety concerns against nuclear power's essential role in achieving global climate goals

Decarbonization Doesn’t Mean Less Profit: Part 2

Companies are discovering that sustainable energy transitions can drive significant revenue growth alongside environmental responsibility