Eco Wave Power, an onshore wave energy technology company, was granted Revocable Permit 25-05 by the Port of Los Angeles for the construction and demonstration of its wave energy technology at Berth 70 in San Pedro, Calif.
After breaking ground in December 2023, last week SCHOTT Pharma inaugurated a new manufacturing facility in central Serbia. The company’s double-digit million euro investment is being realized with the start of glass ampoule production.
Avalanche Energy announced the launch of FusionWERX, its new fusion test facility located in Richland, Wash. FusionWERX will serve as a first-of-its-kind commercial-scale testing facility for advanced fusion technologies, offering access to private companies, universities, national laboratories, and public-private consortia.
RMIT launched a new Center for Applied Quantum Technologies. With a strong focus on the application of quantum research, the Center will facilitate and support RMIT researchers to develop commercial partnerships and take part in large-scale initiatives nationally and internationally in quantum technology.
Goodfellow purchased U.K.-based Bureau of Analysed Samples and Switzerland-based Suisse Technology Partners in two deals that will give it access to state-of-the-art laboratories, testing facilities, and an unrivaled certified reference materials capability.
After three decades of development, India’s maiden indigenous civil aircraft Hansa 3 was transferred this month to an industry partner that promises to roll out the first commercial aircraft in the next 18–20 months. The twin-seater pilot training plane was designed and developed by National Aerospace Laboratories, Bengaluru.
The United States and Saudi Arabia will sign a preliminary agreement to cooperate over the kingdom’s ambitions to develop a civil nuclear industry, according to U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright.
Shipments of seven rare earths placed on an export control list by Beijing have ground to halt, raising the risk of shortages overseas as Chinese exporters begin the long, uncertain wait for government licenses.
Chemicals group Solvay launched an expansion to regain its previous strength in processing rare earths, hoping to attract customers after China imposed new barriers. The company’s goal is to supply 30% of Europe’s rare earth demand by 2030.
South Africa approved its South African Renewable Energy Masterplan, a roadmap to boost energy security and industrial development planning to increase its renewable capacity by up to 5 GW annually.
Thailand’s Department of Alternative Energy Development and Efficiency plan to hold a public hearing on the draft Act on Promotion of Solar Power Usage. The new law in its current form should benefit commercial and industrial building owners who wish to install solar photovoltaics systems for self-consumption.
On April 1, 2025, Taiwanese manufacturer TSMC introduced the world’s most advanced microchip: the 2 nm chip. There is uncertainty over whether the 2nm chips can be manufactured outside Taiwan, as some officials are concerned that could undermine the island’s security.
Japan’s leading chemical producers are in the midst of a restructuring intended to shift their focus from traditional petrochemicals and pharmaceuticals to specialty chemicals. This strategic pivot comes as the industry grapples with declining profits, geopolitical tensions, and a rapidly evolving global market.
Angola, like many developing nations, faces a critical housing shortage. To address this challenge, Angola is turning to large-scale 3D concrete printing to reduce build times and costs.
Despite the Trump administration’s wide-ranging attacks on renewables such as wind and solar power, the clean energy industry is on pace for record growth this year, according to the Energy Information Administration. However, if the disruptions from the administration’s attacks spread, companies could abandon plans to build new power plants.
