The Danville City Council will consider three energy-related resolutions at its Tuesday meeting due to recent industrial growth. The council plans to enter a 15-year purchase agreement for 10 megawatts of natural gas from the Potomac Energy Center, beginning in June. Additionally, a 25-year agreement for 5 megawatts of solar energy from Avangrid Bright Mountain Solar is on the agenda, starting in January 2028. These agreements aim to mitigate exposure to fluctuating hourly market rates. The council will also review a budget amendment for a $459,000 grant and $2 million loan to extend a natural gas pipeline to the Southern Virginia Megasite, which could bring substantial investment and job creation to the region.

A $96 prototype shoulder-fired guided missile created by engineer Alisher Khojayev using 3D printing has raised security alarms. The design integrates a GPS navigation system and a low-cost ESP32 flight computer. Security experts warn that this development signals a shift in military technology, emphasizing the vast cost difference compared to conventional systems like the U.S. Stinger missile at $480,000. The proliferation of 3D-printed weapons is noted in China and Ukraine, with implications for arms control and non-state actor capabilities. As military technology becomes more accessible, ethical concerns intensify regarding its use by unauthorized entities.

Salem Electric selected JST Power Equipment's OD3Mag Outdoor Breaker to replace an aging distribution breaker at their Salem, Oregon substation. The breaker’s robust design is tailored for the Pacific Northwest’s rainy climate, minimizing moisture ingress. Salem Electric aimed for seamless integration with existing systems and preferred magnetically actuated technology to reduce maintenance. The OD3Mag was showcased at the Northwest Public Power Association Expo in Reno, Nevada, attracting Salem's attention for its innovative design. JST's support during installation facilitated customer training and discussed future system reliability.

The Net Zero Technology Centre (NZTC) has launched its 2026 TechX Accelerator, selecting eight startups to receive a total of £400,000 in funding. The cohort aims to develop clean energy technologies that facilitate the transition to net zero and generate economic opportunities. The 14-week program starts today at NZTC's Aberdeen offices, supported by the UK and Scottish Governments. Startups are addressing significant challenges such as reducing emissions in industrial processes and improving floating offshore wind efficiency. Participants will receive funding, mentoring, and technical support, culminating in a Demo Day in Aberdeen for investment opportunities.

Algo Grande Copper is investigating the Adelita project in Sonora, Mexico, targeting underexplored porphyry copper systems. Recent drilling results from hole AG_GC_002 identified three new mineralized skarn horizons, totaling 41.59 meters of skarn mineralization, and indicated significant depth potential. The project could host a larger porphyry-skarn system, as evidenced by high-grade surface samples and a new skarn zone discovered south of Cerro Grande. Global copper demand is expected to rise from 28 million tons in 2025 to 42 million tons by 2040, highlighting the need for new copper sources. The company plans further drilling to validate its geological model and attract investment.