OECD headline inflation rises to 4.0% in March 2026 as energy prices surge
Year-on-year inflation in the OECD as measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose to 4.0% in March 2026 from 3.4% in February, driven by an 8.6 percentage-point (p.p.) increase in energy inflation (Table 1 and Figures 1 and 2). Headline inflation increased in most OECD countries (33 out of 37 with available monthly data), remained broadly stable in two, and declined in Slovenia and Türkiye. Year-on-year OECD energy inflation reached 8.1% in March, its highest level since February 2023. It in...
Wärtsilä continues to expand its data center footprint with new 790 MW order in Texas, the next Data Center Alley
Image caption: Wärtsilä will supply an off-grid energy power solution for a new data center facility under construction in Texas, USA. © Wärtsilä Corporation Wärtsilä Corporation, Press release, 23 April 2026 at 4:00 PM EEST: Technology group Wärtsilä will supply an off-grid energy power solution for a new data center facility under construction in Texas, USA. The 790 MW power plant will operate with 42 Wärtsilä 50SG engines running on natural gas. By opting for a primary power source using Wärt...
Community Charging Program Puts Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Where Pennsylvanians Live and Work
As Pennsylvania continues expanding access to fast, reliable electric vehicle (EV) charging, now is the time for communities and organizations to join this growing network. Recent National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) investments are strengthening long‑distance travel while creating new opportunities to connect highway charging with local, community‑based infrastructure. This latest funding builds on Pennsylvania’s broader $54 million commitment to EV infrastructure, which has already...
New Energy Vision Report Finds the Business Case for Clean Maritime Fuels Is Stronger and More Urgent Than Ever
Photo credit: Tvabutzku1234/Wikimedia Commons, Creative Commons 1.0 [New York, NY – April 20, 2026] The maritime shipping industry runs on fossil fuels and is a major emitter of climate-warming greenhouse gases (GHG). Cutting those emissions is growing more urgent and more feasible day by day, according to a new report released today by the NGO Energy Vision, The Future of Shipping: Cleaner Fuel Options for the Maritime Sector. It offers one of the most comprehensive analyses to date of the cos...
Topside decommissioning projects streamlined with combined planning
Load-ins for the Heather Alpha and Eider Alpha topsides were integrated to save time Oil and gas topsides are colossal offshore structures that can weigh tens of thousands of tonnes, so their safe removal requires specialist equipment and careful planning. Mammoet has been proudly working with Allseas for many years, supporting it to offload some of the world’s biggest topsides from its specialist vessels onto quaysides for disposal. Previously, Mammoet assisted Allseas with the load-in to s...
AI's Power Crunch Puts Fuel Cell Technology in the Fast Lane
Summary The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) is intensifying electricity demand from data centers, widening the gap between power needs and available grid capacity. Lengthy grid interconnection timelines have elevated "time to power" into a strategic differentiator for AI developers. As a result, fuel cell technology is emerging as a viable behind-the-meter (BTM) solution, offering modular, scalable, and fast-deployment power. While fuel cells provide compelling technical advantag...
Computational “time machine” shows solar and wind on track for 2°C target but not for 1.5°C
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Wind and solar power have grown faster than almost anyone predicted but projecting their future expansion remains surprisingly difficult. Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, have developed what they call a computational “time machine” – a model that outperforms existing projection methods by using AI techniques to analyse historical growth patterns across countries. Their central projection shows that onshore wind is likely to supply aroun...
Monterey County Sheriff’s Office Prioritizes Safety and Fiscal Resiliency with Solar-Plus-Storage System Projected to Save $12M
The system at the County Jail was designed using LFP battery technology, which is widely recognized for its lower risk of thermal runaway compared to other battery types. Carport installation projected to offset 55% of the County Jail’s energy use, reducing annual carbon emissions by 1,000 metric tons. Design prioritizes safety with LFP batteries and compliance with evolving standards. Financing via Power Purchase Agreement ensures predictable energy costs with no upfront investment. Salinas, Ca...
Supporting construction of next gen floating offshore wind turbines
Efficient marshaling de-risks project against unavoidable high winds While windy locations naturally make ideal spots for offshore wind farms, they bring challenges when it comes to assembling wind turbines – particularly in ports. Most wind turbines have fixed foundations and are assembled at sea using powerful installation vessels that are specially designed to withstand strong winds. Floating wind turbines can be installed in deeper waters and deliver much higher power yields. However, t...
Unlocking the Power of V2G for School Buses
The unmistakable yellow of a school bus paired with the purple glow of a Heliox bidirectional charger, this V2G system highlights the next generation of fleet innovation and clean‑energy leadership A Sustainable, Economic Solution for School Districts and Electric Utilities By: Marlene Biehl, Product Management Lead, Heliox, A Siemens Business The iconic yellow school bus is undergoing a high-tech transformation. Beyond providing healthier transportation for students and cleaner air for the en...
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