November 1 Green Energy News – Green Energy Times

Headline News:

“Solar Power Has Provided More New Generating Capacity Than Any Other Source For Two Years Straight” • A review by the SUN DAY Campaign of data released by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission reveals that of solar and wind together accounted for 88% of electrical generating capacity added in the first eight months of 2025. [Solar Power World]

Solar farm (Michael Förtsch, Unsplash)

“What The US-China Deal Means For Rare Earths, Soybean Farmers, And TikTok” • A short-term agreement between the US and China appears to dial back the trade war between the world’s two largest economies, carrying implications from smartphones to soybeans. Whether the agreement can withstand mercurial US-China relations is a question. [ABC News]
“Should We Expect More Monster Storms Like Hurricane Melissa As The Planet Warms?” • Hurricane Melissa was one of the strongest Atlantic storms to make landfall on record. Its winds reached 295 kph (183 mph) and it dumped over a meter of rain in parts of Jamaica. Experts estimate that Melissa was about 10% stronger because of climate change. [Euronews]
“Putin’s Attacks On Energy Grid Condemned As ‘Nuclear Terrorism’” • The Ukrainian foreign ministry said Putin’s forces are carrying out “targeted strikes” on power substations that supply energy to nuclear plants across Ukraine. The IAEA also condemned the attacks, saying that the strikes affect Ukraine’s “nuclear safety and security”. [The Independent]
“Is The Tesla Semi Finally Coming To Mass Market?” • The Tesla Semi was the author’s favorite Tesla vehicle when it was introduced. It could cut emissions, and looked cool. Sadly, we’re now approaching the eighth anniversary of its unveiling! Now, it seems Tesla is almost ready to scale up production and actually get them on the road. [CleanTechnica]