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General Motors Bringing Back Bolt EV, Chevy’s Most Affordable Electric Car

DETROIT - Most new EVs in the U.S. still cost over $55,000, but luckily for those looking to make the switch, Chevy's most affordable electric car is coming back into the EV market. In an interview, General Motors CEO Mary Barra confirmed that the Bolt EV is returning with some upgrades, including over 300 miles of

By |2025-08-15T18:34:24-04:00August 15th, 2025|Clean Update, Clean, green, hybrid, Clean, Green, wireless|

European Solar Manufacturer Shuts Down US Operations When Funding Dried Up

ARIZONA - A major solar manufacturer has shut down its U.S. facility before production fully took off — a move that has sparked backlash and renewed concern over the country's ability to support clean energy jobs. One culprit cited was the Trump Administration's cancellation of solar credits. What's happening? As Electrek detailed, Swiss solar company Meyer Burger

By |2025-08-10T12:42:30-04:00August 10th, 2025|Clean Update, Clean, green, hybrid, Clean, Green, wireless|

Report: Underground Source Of Clean Energy Could Power Earth For 170,000 Years

NEW YORK - A hidden source of clean energy could power the planet for more than a hundred thousand years if tapped into, according to new research. Sources of hydrogen could be hiding amid the Earth's crust -- enough to power Earth at its current energy needs for the next 170,000 years, according to a

1,700 Sheep Under Solar Panels Enhances Clean Energy, Quality Of Wool

AUSTRALIA - It’s not every day that an experiment involving 1,700 merino sheep and solar panels makes headlines—but that’s exactly what’s happening in Australia. In a groundbreaking study, researchers have discovered that combining solar energy production with sheep grazing not only helps maintain clean energy sites, but may also enhance the quality of wool. Welcome

DTE Energy Developing Solar Park For Ford That Is 100% Carbon-Free And Renewable Energy

DETROIT - DTE Energy broke ground this morning on a 100-megawatt solar array near Coldwater, whenn completed in 2026 will be the first of several DTE parks that will help Ford Motor Company reach its goal of attributing 100 percent carbon-free and renewable energy to its Michigan manufacturing facilities. Ford’s purchase of 650 megawatts of

By |2025-04-24T09:30:37-04:00April 23rd, 2025|Clean Update, Clean, green, hybrid, Clean, Green, wireless|

A2ZERO Household Electronics Refurbishment And Recycling Event April 26

ANN ARBOR — The next A2ZERO Household Electronics Takeback event is set for Saturday, April 26, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church (1501 W. Liberty St.). This event is hosted by the city office of sustainability and innovations (OSI) in collaboration with Comprenew, a certified Michigan-based electronics waste refurbisher and recycler. Registration is required,

The End Of EVs Has Come, And It’s Toyota’s Fault

TOKYO - The development of electric battery powered vehicles was a gamechanger for the industry and signified the first big shift since the introduction of fossil fuel powered vehicles all those years back. The current downside to electric vehicle, is of course, charging times as well as infrastructure to support charging stations. Japanese automaker, Toyota,

By |2025-02-24T19:11:29-05:00February 24th, 2025|Clean Update, Clean, green, hybrid, Clean, Green, wireless|

180-Mile EVs Are ‘The Future’ Says Lucid CEO

NEWARK, Calif. - If you want an electric vehicle with the longest range possible, you buy a Lucid Air. Specifically, you buy a Lucid Air Grand Touring with 19-inch wheels and an EPA range of 512 miles. Even Tesla can’t match that. Range anxiety? What range anxiety? And yet, in a recent interview, Lucid CEO Peter Rawlinson told

China Unveils Its Latest Breakthrough Technology That Could End EV Charging Delays Forever

BEIJING - China is changing the game for  electric vehicles with a new way to power up—no  charging required. In just minutes, drivers can swap their batteries and keep going. With thousands of stations planned, this innovation could reshape the EV industry. The shift has already begun. The future of electric vehicles (EVs) just got a major boost. Imagine pulling

By |2025-02-16T14:16:51-05:00February 15th, 2025|Clean Update, Clean, green, hybrid, Clean, Green, wireless|

Ann Arbor Promotes Carbon Neutrality Through A2Zero

ANN ARBOR - The A2ZERO Home Energy Rebate program and Home Energy Advisor program are expanding to provide more services and more funding to residents. These updates make it easier for residents to complete energy efficiency upgrades in their homes. Residents interested can learn more at osi.a2gov.org/rebates and a2zerohea.org. Among the changes are increases to