Clean News Today — August 25, 2026

As the world continues to grapple with the challenges of climate change, it's clear that different regions and industries are navigating the transition to cleaner energy in unique ways. In the US, companies are making strides towards implementing big climate solutions, driven in part by government support. However, not all states are moving at the same pace - Pennsylvania, for example, is lagging behind in its adoption of solar energy, but there are potential pathways for the state to catch up. Meanwhile, the growth of offshore wind power on the East Coast is facing setbacks, which could have implications for the region's ability to meet its renewable energy goals.

Despite these challenges, there are also examples of resilience and innovation that offer hope for a more sustainable future. In Texas, the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) is working to assess the impact of data centers on the state's grid, with the results of an audit expected in December. And in other parts of the world, communities are learning to adapt to the realities of drought and climate change. Pastoralists who have long lived with drought are developing valuable lessons that could be applied more broadly, offering insights into how to build a more resilient and sustainable future. As these different stories show, the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy system will be complex and multifaceted - but with persistence and innovation, it's possible to make progress.

Today's signal:
• Pennsylvania Lags Far Behind on Solar. Here’s How It Could Catch Up. (insideclimatenews.org)
• US companies are on the cusp of big climate solutions. Thank the government. (grist.org)
• Offshore wind power projects are flailing, just when the East Coast needs them most (grist.org)
• ERCOT Says Abbott’s Data Center Audit Will Be Done in December (insideclimatenews.org)
• Living with drought has taught pastoralists lessons the world needs (grist.org)