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Published on 06:52 GMT

Nuclear fusion start-up claims major advance in New Zealand trial

In New Zealand’s compact capital Wellington, a small group of scientists and engineers just got a little closer to replicating the power of the sun. OpenStar Technologies on Tuesday successfully floated a half-tonne magnet in a 5-meter-wide vacuum chamber …

Source: The Hindu Business Line - Neutral
Published on Feb 17, 2026

Air New Zealand concludes electric aircraft trial

Air New Zealand trialled this BETA ALIA CX300, N401NZ, as part of a four-month demonstrator program. (Image: Air New Zealand) Air New Zealand has wrapped up a four-month trial of its first electric aircraft. The NZ carrier’s demonstrator battery-electric …

Source: Australian Aviation - Neutral
Published on Feb 17, 2026

New Zealand's five best used hybrids for under $20,000 (that aren't Toyotas!)

Hybrids are the hot ticket for new-vehicle sales in New Zealand at the moment. We're talking about the ones you don't plug in, also sometimes called "full hybrids", "self-charging hybrids" or HEVs (hybrid electric vehicles). …

Source: DRIVEN Car Guide - Pending
Published on Feb 17, 2026

New Zealand floods kill one, leave thousands without power

Energy operator PowerCo said about 10,000 households were without power in the lower North Island on Tuesday, while another electricity company, Orion, said more than 200 households were without power on Banks Peninsula outside Christchurch. Near …

Source: Channel News Asia - Pro-Government
Published on 00:16 GMT

Electric Vehicle Council Welcomes New Board, Marking Historic Step Forward For Diversity In Australia’s EV Industry

The Electric Vehicle Council (EVC) is pleased to announce its new Board of Directors, marking a major milestone for leadership, industry representation and leadership in Australia’s rapidly growing clean transport sector. The new Board brings together …

Source: The National Tribune - Center-left
Published on Feb 17, 2026

Heavy rain batters New Zealand’s South Island, triggers flood warnings

SYDNEY, Feb 17 (Reuters) – Heavy rain pummelled New Zealand’s South Island on Tuesday, triggering flooding and forcing the closure of roads and bridges, as a powerful storm that caused widespread destruction in the capital Wellington ‌since the weekend …

Source: WOZZ - Wisconsin - Pending
Published on Feb 17, 2026

NZ floods kill one, leave thousands without power

Agence France-Presse . Wellington, New Zealand 17 February, 2026, 23:31 Heavy rains and strong winds have lashed New Zealand in recent days, killing one man, flooding large areas and cutting off several communities, authorities said. The severe storm since …

Source: New Age Bangladesh - Left-wing
Published on Feb 16, 2026

Air New Zealand Wraps Up First Phase Of Next Generation Aircraft Demonstrator Programme

Press Release – Air New Zealand While the ALIA CX300 demonstrator will now be handed back to BETA Technologies for its next phase, Air New Zealand says the knowledge gained will continue to shape discussions with regulators, manufacturers & partners as …

Source: Business Scoop - Indeterminate
Published on Feb 15, 2026

Powerful storm in New Zealand leaves thousands without power and paralyzes air travel

The lower part of New Zealand's North Island has been hit by a deep cyclone, bringing destructive winds and heavy rains. In the capital, Wellington, wind gusts reached a critical 193 kilometers per hour, leading to mass cancellations of flights and the …

Source: UNN - Neutral
Published on Feb 17, 2026

In Lower Hutt, a half-tonne magnet levitates - a key step toward an era of clean, super-abundant nuclear fusion energy

Nuclear fission – used by today’s nuclear reactors – smashes atoms apart, producing radioactive waste. Nuclear fusion works by replicating the process that stars use to generate energy. At the star’s core, conditions of high temperature and pressure force …

Source: The New Zealand Herald - Neutral
Published on Feb 16, 2026

Storm disrupts New Zealand

Heavy rain and strong winds disrupted daily life across New Zealand’s North Island on Monday. Flights, trains and ferries were cancelled. Many roads were closed due to flooding and fallen trees. Tens of thousands of homes lost power, reported Reuters. …

Source: The Annapurna Express - Neutral
Published on Feb 16, 2026

Flights cancelled and 30,000 without power as freak storm brings 193kmph winds to New Zealand

A man has died, flights have been cancelled and major roads closed after strong winds and heavy rain battered New Zealand’s lower North Island, forcing evacuations and cutting power to thousands. An “extremely unusual” wind gust of 193kmph was recorded in …

Source: Yahoo News - United Kingdom - Center-left
Published on Feb 16, 2026

One man dead, tens of thousands without power as storms batter New Zealand

A man has been killed, thousands of properties are without power and flights have been cancelled as wild weather lashes large parts of New Zealand. Met Service issued a red warning yesterday for a low-pressure system creating heavy rain and strong winds …

Source: 9News - Neutral
Published on Feb 16, 2026

Major capital raise seeks $450 million to “lead New Zealand’s renewable energy future”

New Zealand energy generator and retailer Contact Energy announced on Monday plans to raise $NZ525 million (just shy of $A450 million) to accelerate its renewable energy development plans. Contact Energy, one of New Zealand’s largest energy retailers and …

Source: Renew Economy - Pending
Published on Feb 16, 2026

New Zealand-United States minerals talk spark concerns over Pacific seabed mining

News that the New Zealand Government is in discussions with the United States over critical minerals cooperation has drawn criticism from environmental groups, who warn of growing pressure to open the Pacific to seabed mining. Prime Minister Christopher …

Source: Pacific News Service - Neutral
Published on Feb 17, 2026

Contact Energy, NZ to raise $317 Million to fund renewable energy projects

New Zealand's Contact Energy announced on Monday that it will raise NZ$525m ($317m) in new equity to fund an array of renewable energy projects. The company is accelerating its growth as part of its long-term, "Contact31+" strategic plan. …

Source: World Energy News - Connecticut - Pending
Published on Feb 16, 2026

As Russia continues striking Ukraine’s energy system in subzero temperatures, photographs from Kyiv capture life in the ...

Russian strikes on civilian infrastructure have left thousands of homes across Ukraine without electricity or heat this winter. Attacks on February 12 left roughly a quarter of Kyiv’s high-rise apartment buildings in the cold; as of February 16, about 500 …

Source: Meduza - Neutral
Published on Feb 17, 2026

Imbalance of power in No 10 and Whitehall

Sir, Ben Judah is just the latest former government adviser to highlight the urgent need for reform of the centre of government (“The state is failing — No 10 needs an overhaul”, comment, Feb 16). However, he doesn’t go nearly far enough. Of course the UK …

Source: The Times - Center-right
Published on 20:05 GMT

$1b LNG terminal is the cost of Labour’s gas ban – Roger Partridge

All of which rather misses the point. The LNG terminal is not the Government’s preferred energy policy. It is the consequence of its predecessor’s. In October 2018, I wrote about the gulf between virtue-signalling and virtue. The occasion was the release …

Source: The New Zealand Herald - Neutral

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Published on February 18, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

CenterPoint Energy Ohio Gas Rates Sweep Up 41.12%

Winter Storm Fern drove CenterPoint Energy Ohio's February gas rate up 41.12%. Dayton customers can shop fixed-rate plans to avoid future price spikes. DAYTON, OH, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bitter January Cold to …

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Published on February 18, 2026 - 14:02 GMT

CleanChoice Energy to Triple its Generation Capacity with the Acquisition of Two Solar Projects in North Carolina

WASHINGTON, Feb. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CleanChoice Energy ("CleanChoice"), the first U.S. company to bring ‘farm-to-table’ clean energy to consumers: both owning renewable energy facilities and delivering 100% clean electricity directly to …

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Published on February 18, 2026 - 13:30 GMT

Zeo Energy Signs MOU with Creekstone Energy to Develop 280 MW of Baseload Power for Utah AI Data Center

NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla., Feb. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Zeo Energy Corp. (Nasdaq: ZEO) (“Zeo,” or the “Company”), a provider of residential solar and commercial long-duration energy-storage solutions, today announced it has signed a memorandum of …

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Published on February 18, 2026 - 07:43 GMT

Land Drilling Rigs Market to Reach US$60.3 Billion by 2032 Driven by Soaring Energy Demand

North America Dominates the Land Drilling Rigs Market with 40% Share in 2025 Backed by Shale Oil and Gas Expansion and Strong Innovation Investments LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Land Drilling Rigs …

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Published on February 18, 2026 - 10:28 GMT

Floating Solar PV Market Poised for Strong Growth, Projected to Reach US$ 17.0 Bn by 2033 - Persistence Market Research

Asia Pacific leads Floating Solar PV with 70% capacity, led by China’s 40% share and India’s 2 GW pipeline driving land-free utility projects LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to the latest study …

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Published on February 18, 2026 - 13:40 GMT

Energy Trading Market Analysis Report on Blockchain: Size, Share, and Trends by Product

The Business Research Company’s Energy Trading Global Market Report 2026 - Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The adoption of blockchain technology …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Energy Industry ...
Published on February 18, 2026 - 19:16 GMT

W.A. Rasic Construction Marks Milestone in Large-Scale Energy Infrastructure Project

W.A. Rasic Construction marked the completion of its work on a major crude terminal project, supporting long-term energy reliability and infrastructure. LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- W.A. Rasic …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Energy Industry ...
Published on February 18, 2026 - 06:06 GMT

Industrial Insulation Market Set to Reach US$ 13.4 Bn by 2033, Driven by Energy Efficiency & Expanding Infrastructure

Asia Pacific leads with 35% of the global industrial insulation market share in 2026, worth US$2.9 Bn, growing at 7.8% CAGR vs 4–5% globally LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to the latest study by …

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Published on February 18, 2026 - 19:55 GMT

The Chill Brothers Expands into Arizona with Acquisition of Tucker Hill Air, Plumbing & Electrical

Acquisition marks entry into Phoenix market and strengthens multi-trade home services platform PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Chill Brothers, a rapidly expanding HVAC and home services company, today …

Distribution channels: Companies, Consumer Goods ...
Published on February 18, 2026 - 19:16 GMT

W.A. Rasic Construction Marks Milestone in Large-Scale Energy Infrastructure Project

W.A. Rasic Construction marked the completion of its work on a major crude terminal project, supporting long-term energy reliability and infrastructure. LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- W.A. Rasic …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Energy Industry ...
Published on February 18, 2026 - 16:31 GMT

AV-Comparatives Operational Technology Protection Certification 2026

AV-Comparatives Releases New Certification Test for Operational Technology Protection 2026, Raising the Bar for Critical Infrastructure Security INNSBRUCK, AUSTRIA, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AV-Comparatives has awarded its …

Distribution channels: Chemical Industry, Energy Industry ...
Published on February 18, 2026 - 16:10 GMT

Following a Strong Debut, Newsmatics’ Hackathon Returns with Data Analytics Competition for Students

The Feb. 27–28 competition gives student teams access to real news data, AI-powered tools and cash prizes for top projects WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- It’s almost time for a coding marathon where …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Amusement, Gaming & Casino ...
Published on February 18, 2026 - 15:54 GMT

Global Aviation Battery Market to hit US$ 10.6 Billion at 11.0% CAGR through 2035 | Transparency Market Research

Aviation Battery Market to grow at 11.0% CAGR through 2035, fueled by electric aircraft adoption and battery technology advancements. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global aviation battery market was …

Distribution channels: Energy Industry ...
Published on February 18, 2026 - 15:14 GMT

SciSure and Safety Partners Announce Strategic Partnership to Bring EHS Innovation to Life Science Labs

BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SciSure, the Scientific Management Platform that unifies research operations, inventory, and EHS for research labs, today announced a strategic partnership with Safety Partners, …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Chemical Industry ...
Published on February 18, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

CenterPoint Energy Ohio Gas Rates Sweep Up 41.12%

Winter Storm Fern drove CenterPoint Energy Ohio's February gas rate up 41.12%. Dayton customers can shop fixed-rate plans to avoid future price spikes. DAYTON, OH, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bitter January Cold to …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on February 18, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

Bert Thin Films has successfully co-fired silver and copper pastes on a TOPCon M10 solar cell

Recent results demonstrate that copper pastes can be co-fired with commercial silver pastes. LOUISVILLE, KY, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bert Thin Films (BTF) is proud to announce the successful high temperature co- …

Distribution channels: Chemical Industry, Energy Industry ...
Published on February 18, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

Artefact Partners with Impact Climate Technologies to Launch ImpactIQ™ AI Platform Transforming Commercial HVAC Bidding

Artefact and ICT launch ImpactIQ™, ICT’s proprietary AI-powered takeoff platform that streamlines estimating and supports higher-value client engagement NEW YORK, PA, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Artefact, the global …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on February 18, 2026 - 14:30 GMT

Broad Street Capital Group Announces Expansion to Washington, DC to Support Government-Backed Project Financing & Trade

Broad Street Capital Group Announces Expansion to Washington, DC to Support Government-Backed Project Financing and Global Trade WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Broad Street Capital Group today announced …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Aviation & Aerospace Industry ...
Published on February 18, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

CleanConnect.ai Earns NYSDEC Approval for LeakFinder™

CleanConnect.ai's LeakFinder™ approved by NY regulators for autonomous LDAR, following EPA's approval WINDSOR, CO, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CleanConnect.ai’s LeakFinder™ system, a core element of the company …

Distribution channels: Chemical Industry, Energy Industry ...
Published on February 18, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Telaeris and DDS Announce Partnership for Amadeus 8 Integration

XPressEntry brings handheld access control, credential validation, and emergency mustering to the Amadeus 8 platform SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Telaeris, Inc., a leading provider of handheld solutions …

Distribution channels: Chemical Industry, Energy Industry ...
Published on February 18, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

AMPP Hosts ‘Coffee with the Congressman’ Featuring Rep. Wesley Hunt at AMPP Annual Conference + Expo

Rep. Wesley Hunt to speak at AMPP Annual Conference + Expo PAC event, sharing federal insights on energy, infrastructure, and federal priorities. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Association for Materials …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on February 18, 2026 - 13:40 GMT

Energy Trading Market Analysis Report on Blockchain: Size, Share, and Trends by Product

The Business Research Company’s Energy Trading Global Market Report 2026 - Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The adoption of blockchain technology …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Energy Industry ...
Published on February 18, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Dispel and Nozomi Networks Expand Integration to Simplify OT Asset Visibility and Enable AI Risk-Aware Remote Access

New strategic integration supports Nozomi Guardian, CMC, and Vantage, automating asset import and enriching session-level risk context for OT remote access MIAMI BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dispel, the …

Distribution channels: Chemical Industry, Energy Industry ...
Published on February 18, 2026 - 12:07 GMT

Sunhub and Kowint highlight ongoing partnership with joint presence at Intersolar

Sunhub, a U.S.-based B2B solar marketplace, and Kowint Energy, highlight ongoing partnership through a joint exhibition at Intersolar CLEVELAND, OH, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sunhub, a U.S.-based B2B solar …

Distribution channels: Energy Industry, Environment ...
Published on February 18, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

Hoffman Exploration Technologies and CC Explorations Are Changing Mining Forever

Hunter and Jack Hoffman join forces with CC Explorations SANDY , OR, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hunter and Jack Hoffman, founders of Hoffman Exploration Technologies and stars of Discovery Channel's Gold Rush, are …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on February 18, 2026 - 10:34 GMT

All Time Air Conditioning Expands HVAC Service Across Palm Beach and Martin Counties

South Florida HVAC company expands residential AC repair and maintenance coverage across Palm Beach and Martin County communities. BOYNTON BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- All Time Air Conditioning, a locally …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Consumer Goods ...
Published on February 18, 2026 - 10:28 GMT

Floating Solar PV Market Poised for Strong Growth, Projected to Reach US$ 17.0 Bn by 2033 - Persistence Market Research

Asia Pacific leads Floating Solar PV with 70% capacity, led by China’s 40% share and India’s 2 GW pipeline driving land-free utility projects LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to the latest study …

Distribution channels: Energy Industry ...
Published on February 18, 2026 - 09:04 GMT

StocExpo announces first wave of speakers for 2026 conference programme

ROTTERDAM, NETHERLANDS, February 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- StocExpo, the world’s leading event for the tank storage and future fuels industry, has announced the first confirmed speakers for its 2026 conference programme, taking place at …

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