Renewables Build Momentum: Indonesia plans 30 GW of solar and to phase out 13 GW of diesel-fired power in 2026, aiming for energy self-reliance and cheaper electricity for remote islands. Grid & Storage Reality Check: A U.S. grid snapshot shows solar and batteries dominating new utility-scale additions in 1H 2026, while wind lagged—highlighting how storage is reshaping power planning. Home Energy Push: Tamil Nadu unveiled a rooftop solar subsidy scheme (up to Rs 1 lakh) to cut installation costs alongside the national PM Surya Ghar program. Local Power Politics: Wisconsin Democrats back more wind and solar but leave data-center siting decisions to communities, while Gilbert, Arizona proposes tougher data-center rules over water and power impacts. Climate-Driven Disruption: Floods in Odisha have forced evacuation of 95,000+ people, and NOAA warns a very strong El Niño is likely—raising stakes for water, farming, and energy reliability. Hydropower Risk: Myanmar is set to restart the Myitsone dam, a China-backed project that could flood an area the size of Singapore. Solar Supply Chain: Africa’s solar boom is pushing governments toward local panel manufacturing, but China’s dominance may slow progress. UK Energy Debate: The UK Met Office reportedly removed a wind-and-storms section from its climate report, reigniting scrutiny of how weather data is handled.