Us Energy Policy

Solar surpasses coal globally as US installations keep climbing in 2026

Solar power has crossed a milestone, outgenerating coal worldwide in H1 2026, even as US policy shifts toward fossil fuels.

Solar outshines coal in US power generation milestone

In May, solar energy surpassed coal in US electricity generation, marking a historic shift as solar supplied 12.8% of the nation's power. Despite federal policies favoring coal, solar has remained the fastest-growing energy source, reflecting shifting market dynamics and investor preferences.

Utilities warm up to nuclear revival, with conditions attached

Governments, investors, and startups are converging on nuclear power as AI-driven electricity demand and clean energy targets accelerate a global sector revival

Schneider Electric spotlights "Time to Power" opportunity at Semafor World Economy 2026

Schneider Electric executives address how energy tech and policy can unlock U.S. opportunity amid rising demand from AI, electrification, and industrial growth; Company unveils new report showing automation and digital intelligence innovations can provide smart charging that's 10X cheaper than traditional grid upgrades

America’s Crude Oil Dominance Helped Avoid a Recession. Here’s Why the US Shouldn’t Bow Down to Renewable Energy Pressure

Energy independence shielded the economy from downturn, positioning fossil fuels as critical to maintaining American prosperity and stability

New Energy Infrastructure Vs. Extending Fossil Fuel Plants: How Should the Energy Industry Tackle Aging Power-Generation Assets?

Power operators must balance rapid electrification demands against the infrastructure investments needed to prevent widespread grid failures

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