July 4 Green Energy News

Headline News:

“RES Wins Approval For Magheralin Solar Farm” • RES has secured planning approval for its [30-MW] Magheralin Solar Farm in County Down. The Armagh City, Banbridge, and Craigavon Borough Council approved the application, which RES said marks a crucial step toward a cleaner, more affordable energy future for Northern Ireland. [reNews]

Young resident of a solar farm (RES image)

“Hydrogen Isn’t The Answer: 0.7-1.5 Billion Tons CO₂e Would Make It A Climate Liability” • Hydrogen leaks easily, and it’s a powerful greenhouse gas. By 2050, hydrogen leaks could reach a staggering 22 million to 45.3 million tons annually. This is the equivalent of between 726 million and nearly 1.5 billion tons of CO₂ emissions every year. [CleanTechnica]
“Solar Plant To Power London Underground Trains” • EDF Renewables UK won a 15-year PPA to provide solar energy to supply part of the London Underground’s electricity. Transport for London’s long-term aim is to purchase up to 70% of its total electricity through PPAs, with the rest coming mainly through a flexible green tariff. [Railway Gazette International]
“Trump Megabill Gives The Oil Industry Everything It Wants And Ends Key Support For Solar And Wind” • Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act ends federal support for solar and wind power, while being friendly for oil, gas, and coal production. The House of Representatives passed Trump’s megabill in time for him to celebrate July 4 with it. [NBC News]
“Gas Prices Near Lowest Level In Four Years Ahead Of Fourth Of July” • Gas prices hovered near their lowest summer level in four years as millions of people got ready to hit the roads over the Fourth of July holiday weekend. The national average for a gallon of gas stood at $3.16 on July 3, nearly 10% lower than it was a year ago, AAA data showed. [ABC News]