Britain Sets New Wind Power Record
On December 5, 2025, Britain achieved a wind generation record, producing 23,825 megawatts of electricity—enough to power over 23 million homes.[1] This surpassed the previous high of 22,711 MW set on November 11, driven by strong winds and expanded offshore wind capacity.[1]
Trump’s Wind Energy Ban Overturned
On December 8, 2025, a U.S. federal judge struck down President Trump’s executive order banning new wind projects on federal lands and waters, calling it “arbitrary and capricious.”[1] The ruling supports states like New York and Massachusetts planning offshore wind farms to meet renewable goals.[1]
EU Plans Grid Upgrades to Boost Renewables
The European Union proposed legal changes to accelerate cross-border energy infrastructure, addressing grid bottlenecks that could curtail 310 TWh of renewable power by 2040.[1] Drafts include exempting small-scale renewable and storage projects from environmental permits to speed deployment, backed by a €1.2 trillion investment plan.[1]
U.S. Energy Storage Industry Surpasses 2025 Goals
The U.S. battery storage sector exceeded its 2025 targets, becoming a major grid power source, with over 40 GW installed.[1] From July to September, storage accounted for nearly half of new renewable capacity, supporting solar and wind integration despite federal policy rollbacks.[1]
ICG Infra Forms Partnership with W Power Storage
ICG Infra announced a partnership with W Power Storage on December 15, 2025, to support the next phase of growth in energy storage.[15] This collaboratio