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Environment
fromFast Company
2 hours ago

Plug-in solar is coming. Here's how much you could save on electric bills

Plug-in solar panels offer a DIY solution to reduce electric bills, especially for renters and homeowners without traditional roof access.
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
2 hours ago

EU to cut electricity taxes and relax state aid rules in bid to ease energy-price shock

The European Commission proposes measures to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and lower energy prices amid the energy market crisis caused by the Iran war.
#california
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

They lost their homes to fire. Now they're rebuilding with all-electric.

Many fire survivors in California choose to rebuild all-electric homes for health, cost savings, and climate concerns despite policy rollbacks allowing gas connections.
Environment
fromKqed
1 day ago

California Is Transitioning From Fossil Fuels to Electric Power. It's Going to Get Messy | KQED

California faces high electricity costs but is making significant progress in transitioning to renewable energy sources.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

They lost their homes to fire. Now they're rebuilding with all-electric.

Many fire survivors in California choose to rebuild all-electric homes for health, cost savings, and climate concerns despite policy rollbacks allowing gas connections.
Environment
fromKqed
1 day ago

California Is Transitioning From Fossil Fuels to Electric Power. It's Going to Get Messy | KQED

California faces high electricity costs but is making significant progress in transitioning to renewable energy sources.
#energy-policy
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago
UK politics

Reeves looking to break link between gas cost and electricity prices

Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Ed Miliband are working to delink electricity prices from gas prices in the UK.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago
UK politics

Reeves vows to break link between cost of gas and electricity prices

Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Energy Secretary Ed Miliband are working to delink electricity prices from gas prices in the UK.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Government to propose electricity price changes in clean power push

The government plans to weaken the link between electricity and gas prices to protect consumers from energy shocks.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
6 days ago

Gas Industry Eyes Comeback as New York Weighs Climate Law Delays

Pipeline and power plant companies are seeking to influence New York's energy strategy amid a slower transition from fossil fuels.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

UK shifts older wind and solar farms to fixed-price deals to reduce price shocks

The UK government plans to shift older wind and solar farms to fixed-price contracts to stabilize electricity costs amid gas market volatility.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Reeves looking to break link between gas cost and electricity prices

Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Ed Miliband are working to delink electricity prices from gas prices in the UK.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Reeves vows to break link between cost of gas and electricity prices

Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Energy Secretary Ed Miliband are working to delink electricity prices from gas prices in the UK.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
20 hours ago

How FedEx, UPS, and DHL plan to pass tariff refunds along to customers

Our intent is straightforward: if refunds are issued to FedEx, we will issue refunds for IEEPA tariffs paid to the shippers and consumers who originally bore those charges.
European startups
#electric-vehicles
Alternative transportation
fromFortune
18 hours ago

How the Iran energy crisis is supercharging Southeast Asia's EV transition | Fortune

Southeast Asia's motorists are turning to electric vehicles as fuel prices soar due to the ongoing Iran energy crisis.
Europe news
frominsideevs.com
3 days ago

High Gas Prices Are Boosting EV Sales Around The World. Will The U.S. Be Left Out?

High gas prices are driving global EV sales, with record growth in Europe and Asia, while U.S. sales face challenges from reduced automaker plans.
Alternative transportation
fromFortune
18 hours ago

How the Iran energy crisis is supercharging Southeast Asia's EV transition | Fortune

Southeast Asia's motorists are turning to electric vehicles as fuel prices soar due to the ongoing Iran energy crisis.
Europe news
frominsideevs.com
3 days ago

High Gas Prices Are Boosting EV Sales Around The World. Will The U.S. Be Left Out?

High gas prices are driving global EV sales, with record growth in Europe and Asia, while U.S. sales face challenges from reduced automaker plans.
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Blue Energy raises $380M to build grid-scale nuclear reactors in shipyards | TechCrunch

"The nuclear power technology that is most common - light water reactors - was originally invented for nuclear submarines. There has actually always been a history of basically pre-fabbing it and looking at it in a shipyard context."
Science
#gas-prices
US Elections
fromFast Company
1 day ago

When will gas drop below $3 again? The government just gave a timeline

The Trump administration is focused on reducing gas prices to below $3 per gallon, but timelines for this remain uncertain.
Boston real estate
fromInquirer.com
2 weeks ago

Energy prices are up. These smart moves can help your business save money. | Expert Opinion

Gas prices in Pennsylvania have risen significantly, impacting small businesses with higher energy costs and prompting the need for cost-saving strategies.
US Elections
fromFast Company
1 day ago

When will gas drop below $3 again? The government just gave a timeline

The Trump administration is focused on reducing gas prices to below $3 per gallon, but timelines for this remain uncertain.
Boston real estate
fromInquirer.com
2 weeks ago

Energy prices are up. These smart moves can help your business save money. | Expert Opinion

Gas prices in Pennsylvania have risen significantly, impacting small businesses with higher energy costs and prompting the need for cost-saving strategies.
Mental health
fromMail Online
11 years ago

The invention that provides Pacific sunshine in Britain

Real Sunlight clinics offer artificial sunshine to combat Seasonal Affective Disorder, which affects 2 million Britons, especially women.
#data-centers
fromWIRED
5 hours ago
Environment

New Gas-Powered Data Centers Could Emit More Greenhouse Gases Than Entire Nations

fromFortune
21 hours ago
Environment

The hidden $25 billion public health cost of America's data center boom | Fortune

US politics
fromJezebel
4 days ago

Maine Looks to Become the First State to Outlaw Data Centers

Maine is considering an 18-month moratorium on new data centers to assess their impact and develop regulations.
Environment
fromWIRED
5 hours ago

New Gas-Powered Data Centers Could Emit More Greenhouse Gases Than Entire Nations

Natural gas projects for data centers linked to major tech companies could emit over 129 million tons of greenhouse gases annually.
Environment
fromFortune
21 hours ago

The hidden $25 billion public health cost of America's data center boom | Fortune

Data centers impose a hidden health cost of $25 billion on local communities, primarily due to air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Why the cloud still runs on coal and gas

Data centers in the U.S. are straining energy grids, leading to increased reliance on fossil fuels and delaying renewable energy goals.
#ai
London startup
fromTheregister
2 days ago

Growing AI power drain pushes probe of low-energy computing

Low-energy chip designs are being explored to manage AI's increasing electricity demands on the UK's power grid.
European startups
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

Utilities are spending $1.4 trillion to power the AI boom, and it's hiking up electric bills across the US

Utilities in the US are set to spend $1.4 trillion by 2030 to meet AI electricity demands and modernize the electric grid.
London startup
fromTheregister
2 days ago

Growing AI power drain pushes probe of low-energy computing

Low-energy chip designs are being explored to manage AI's increasing electricity demands on the UK's power grid.
European startups
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

Utilities are spending $1.4 trillion to power the AI boom, and it's hiking up electric bills across the US

Utilities in the US are set to spend $1.4 trillion by 2030 to meet AI electricity demands and modernize the electric grid.
#fuel-prices
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Record fuel prices: How are governments responding?

Governments worldwide are implementing various measures to combat record fuel prices amid significant increases due to geopolitical tensions.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Household energy bills set to rise by lower-than-first feared' in July

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and energy costs, emphasizing the need for accessible reporting without paywalls.
DevOps
fromComputerWeekly.com
5 days ago

AI, energy, and the new rules of cloud sustainability competition | Computer Weekly

Cloud providers offer sustainability metrics, but lack standardization makes it difficult for enterprises to compare workloads effectively.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

UBS Slashes Fluence Energy to Sell: An EV Battery Pivot Could Flood the Market and Crush This Stock's Margins

Fluence Energy faces significant challenges due to UBS's downgrade and concerns over future battery supply and pricing pressures.
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

Why First Solar Stands Out Among Its Peers: Does It Belong in Your Portfolio?

First Solar closed FY2025 with $9.54 billion in shareholder equity, $2.80 billion in cash, and total liabilities that fell 8.77% year over year, showcasing a stable and strengthening balance sheet.
Retirement
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

EU plans to cut electricity taxes to shield households from Iran war energy crisis

The EU plans to cut electricity taxes and incentivize clean energy to reduce reliance on fossil fuels amid the Iran war energy crisis.
Europe politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Can Hungary wean itself off Russian energy, as its new leader has promised?

Peter Magyar aims to reduce Hungary's reliance on Russian oil and realign with the European Union after Viktor Orban's pro-Russia policies.
#renewable-energy
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
1 day ago

Reeves tightens windfall tax on renewables as ministers move to sever gas-electricity link

The windfall tax on renewable energy generators has increased to 55% to prevent excessive profits amid rising global gas prices.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Clean energy generation exceeded rise in global electricity demand in 2025

Global electricity demand growth in 2025 was fully met by renewable sources, marking a significant shift away from fossil fuels.
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
1 day ago

Reeves tightens windfall tax on renewables as ministers move to sever gas-electricity link

The windfall tax on renewable energy generators has increased to 55% to prevent excessive profits amid rising global gas prices.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Clean energy generation exceeded rise in global electricity demand in 2025

Global electricity demand growth in 2025 was fully met by renewable sources, marking a significant shift away from fossil fuels.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

The 'dumb machine' promising a clean energy breakthrough

"A stellarator is a thing that is objectively very difficult to design, objectively very difficult to build, but if it works, it can control the burning hot plasma better than a tokamak."
Science
World politics
fromFortune
5 days ago

War in the Middle East hasn't triggered a coal comeback, but it is boosting renewables | Fortune

The global energy crisis is prompting a shift towards renewable energy sources despite a temporary increase in coal usage.
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
6 days ago

Diesel drivers drive electric van searches up 143% as fuel costs bite

British tradespeople are increasingly searching for electric vans due to high diesel prices and tightening clean-air regulations.
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Readers say their electric bills are 'outrageously high.' Here's how much they pay.

Many readers are struggling with rising electricity costs and express a desire to switch to municipal utilities for lower rates.
#jet-fuel
Europe news
fromThe Local France
1 day ago

'We must be ready': EU to lay out its plan to deal with jet fuel crisis

EU transport commissioner states there are no current jet fuel shortages, but preparations for potential supply issues are underway.
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
1 day ago

'We must be ready': EU to lay out its plan to deal with jet fuel crisis

EU transport commissioner states there are no actual shortages of jet fuel, but preparations are underway due to pressure on stocks.
Europe news
fromThe Local France
1 day ago

'We must be ready': EU to lay out its plan to deal with jet fuel crisis

EU transport commissioner states there are no current jet fuel shortages, but preparations for potential supply issues are underway.
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
1 day ago

'We must be ready': EU to lay out its plan to deal with jet fuel crisis

EU transport commissioner states there are no actual shortages of jet fuel, but preparations are underway due to pressure on stocks.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
6 days ago

3 Utility Stocks To Grow Your Passive Income

Passive income from utility stocks provides stability and growth potential, making them essential for income-focused investors.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Where you live in Mass. can shape your electric bill - is yours getting out of control?

Electricity costs in Massachusetts vary significantly based on utility provider, with municipal utilities often charging half the rates of investor-owned companies.
Environment
fromEarth911
4 hours ago

Most Americans Are Worried About the Environment. Is Congress?

More Americans believe the environment is in poor condition and want increased government action to address environmental issues.
Environment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Clean electricity meets all new demand, curbing fossil fuels, says Ember

2025 marked a turning point for coal and gas power as low-emissions sources met all new global electricity demand for the first time.
SF politics
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Hyperscalers often lack the "aptitude" on power as the political push picks up to expedite grid connections and pipelines | Fortune

Federal efforts to expedite power grid interconnections face challenges due to hyperscalers' communication issues and lack of understanding of processes.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Fuel rations and free buses: How countries have responded to rising oil prices

The International Energy Agency (IEA) says it is the 'largest supply disruption in history'. With the disruption expected to have a lasting impact on prices, governments around the world have introduced measures to limit the impact on consumers and the economy.
Europe news
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Residents on street that won Reform's energy bills prize say Reform hasn't paid

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues, relying on donations to support unbiased reporting without paywalls.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

What will power the grid in 2035? The race is wide open | TechCrunch

Tech companies are seeking new energy sources due to AI's power demands, with fusion and fission startups gaining traction amid natural gas supply chain vulnerabilities.
fromFortune
1 day ago

Data centers now account for half of all new U.S. electricity use, just as Americans start to sour on AI | Fortune

Data centers accounted for around 50% of all electricity demand growth in the U.S. last year, according to the IEA, far surpassing the rise in electricity usage in the residential, industrial, and transport sectors.
Environment
#electricity-rates
US Elections
fromAxios
3 weeks ago

Energy execs say they're trying to address anger over rising electric bills

Investments in grid improvements and cooperation will help reduce electricity rates over time.
US Elections
fromAxios
3 weeks ago

Energy execs say they're trying to address anger over rising electric bills

Investments in grid improvements and cooperation will help reduce electricity rates over time.
#electricity-prices
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Irish energy prices highest in EU and consumers face more rises in years ahead - ESRI warns

Annual household electricity bills in Ireland may rise by up to €106 in the next four years due to higher network tariffs.
Environment
fromFortune
1 month ago

Your electricity bill keeps rising. Here's what's actually causing it-and how to fix it | Fortune

Rising retail electricity prices stem from structural issues including surging demand, increased infrastructure spending, and regulatory models that reward utility overspending, while proposed fixes like rate freezes and permit blocks would worsen the problem.
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Irish energy prices highest in EU and consumers face more rises in years ahead - ESRI warns

Annual household electricity bills in Ireland may rise by up to €106 in the next four years due to higher network tariffs.
Environment
fromFortune
1 month ago

Your electricity bill keeps rising. Here's what's actually causing it-and how to fix it | Fortune

Rising retail electricity prices stem from structural issues including surging demand, increased infrastructure spending, and regulatory models that reward utility overspending, while proposed fixes like rate freezes and permit blocks would worsen the problem.
fromBusiness Matters
6 days ago

Reeves unveils 25% electricity bill cut for 10,000 manufacturers as energy costs bite

The British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme (BICS) will be widened by 40 per cent, bringing an additional 3,000 firms under its umbrella. The scheme will exempt qualifying businesses from the indirect costs of three legacy green levies: the Renewables Obligation, Feed-in Tariffs and the Capacity Market.
UK politics
#solar-energy
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

California's newest solar project isn't powering homes. It's powering your water

The Pastoria Solar Project will power the Edmonston Pumping Plant, aiding California's goal to decarbonize by 2035.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

How to make your home shockproof when energy prices go wild

Homeowners are significantly reducing energy costs by installing solar panels and heat pumps, leading to lower electricity and gas expenses.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

US citizens beat rising energy bills with homegrown power

Homeowners are significantly reducing energy costs and reliance on fossil fuels by installing solar panels and heat pumps.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

California's newest solar project isn't powering homes. It's powering your water

The Pastoria Solar Project will power the Edmonston Pumping Plant, aiding California's goal to decarbonize by 2035.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

How to make your home shockproof when energy prices go wild

Homeowners are significantly reducing energy costs by installing solar panels and heat pumps, leading to lower electricity and gas expenses.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

US citizens beat rising energy bills with homegrown power

Homeowners are significantly reducing energy costs and reliance on fossil fuels by installing solar panels and heat pumps.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Electricity demand, natural gas production, and renewable power expected to soar by 2050 | CBC News

Canada's electricity demand will surge 44% by 2050, driven by residential, industrial, and AI data centre growth, with wind energy expanding dramatically to meet doubled system capacity.
US politics
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

New Jersey electricity rates spiked more than most other states in 2025, congressional report says

New Jersey's electricity rates increased by 16.9% in 2025, significantly higher than the national average of 6.4%.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

The Guardian view on the looming energy shock: ministers need to show they have a plan | Editorial

Public reassurance is essential for government during crises, but leaders often struggle to manage events effectively.
#energy-consumption
Environment
fromWIRED
6 days ago

The US Government Will Ask Data Centers How Much Power They Use

The US government plans a mandatory survey to collect data on energy use in data centers, addressing public concerns over their resource consumption.
Environment
fromWIRED
6 days ago

The US Government Will Ask Data Centers How Much Power They Use

The US government plans a mandatory survey to collect data on energy use in data centers, addressing public concerns over their resource consumption.
Environment
fromenglish.elpais.com
5 days ago

Fear of shortages is cracking the world's dependence on oil

Soaring refined fuel prices and supply shortages are causing a significant decline in global oil consumption amid the largest supply shock in history.
Environment
fromTechRepublic
6 days ago

US Moves Toward Mandatory Data Center Energy Reporting as EIA Pilot Expands - TechRepublic

The EIA is initiating a mandatory national survey of data center energy use to address rising electricity demand driven by AI.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Easy-to-use solar panels are coming, but utilities are trying to delay them

Plug-in solar panels that connect to standard outlets are gaining traction in the U.S. as a cost-effective alternative to traditional rooftop solar, though utility opposition based on safety concerns is slowing legislative adoption.
Digital life
fromwww.independent.ie
1 month ago

That was an expensive Sunday roast' baffled customers react to smart meter blunder telling them they owe thousands of euro

Smart meter data downloads incorrectly displayed inflated electricity consumption figures, with one household shown nearly £9,000 usage in a single week, affecting hundreds of thousands of people.
#utility-rate-hikes
Tech industry
fromFortune
1 month ago

Your utility bills keep going up. Here's everyone you can blame-AI data centers included | Fortune

Electric and natural gas bills surged as major inflation drivers in 2025, with utilities requesting record $31 billion in rate hikes amid aging infrastructure, climate impacts, and AI data center demand.
Tech industry
fromFortune
1 month ago

Your utility bills keep going up. Here's everyone you can blame-AI data centers included | Fortune

Electric and natural gas bills surged as major inflation drivers in 2025, with utilities requesting record $31 billion in rate hikes amid aging infrastructure, climate impacts, and AI data center demand.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Want to lower your electric bill? 3 tools I use to find the biggest power hogs in my house

Portable plug-in power meters like the ATX 9801 measure power, current, power factor, voltage, frequency, and annual kWh; rugged, accurate, inexpensive, but lack app connectivity.
Tech industry
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Are consumers doomed to pay more for electricity due to data center buildouts?

Tech companies are building private power supplies for data centers using natural gas and alternative sources to avoid grid connection delays and political backlash.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Greens push for billions to be spent on energy support if bills rise

The Green Party leader calls for the government to set aside billions of pounds to support households against potential energy bill rises from Middle East conflict, funded through capital gains tax increases and energy firm profit taxes.
#ai-data-centers
fromFortune
2 months ago
Environment

Record-high utility rate hike requests of $31 billion nationwide in 2025 trigger rising electric bill spikes and public outcries | Fortune

fromFortune
2 months ago
Environment

Record-high utility rate hike requests of $31 billion nationwide in 2025 trigger rising electric bill spikes and public outcries | Fortune

Environment
fromFast Company
1 month ago

There's a better way to use the electric grid-and cut power bills

Existing grid capacity can meet new electricity demand through smart technology and load flexibility instead of building expensive new power plants.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

How to meet the surging energy demand without needing as much new electricity

When Specian dug into the data, he discovered that implementing energy-efficiency measures and shifting electricity usage to lower-demand times are two of the fastest and cheapest ways of meeting growing thirst for electricity. These moves could help meet much, if not all, of the nation's projected load growth. Moreover, they would cost only half-or less-what building out new infrastructure would, while avoiding the emissions those operations would bring.
Environment
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Energy Bills Expected to Fall This Spring - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Energy regulator Ofgem is forecast to cut the default tariff price cap by about £117 to roughly £1,641 per year for a typical dual-fuel household from 1 April. The change follows government policy announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, who said £150 would be removed from average household bills by abolishing the Energy Company Obligation (ECO) scheme introduced under the previous Conservative government.
Environment
Environment
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

The winter storm tested power grids straining to accommodate AI data centers

Winter Storm Fern's cold snap, combined with rising electricity demand from AI data centers, caused wholesale price spikes and stressed regional power grids.
Environment
fromsyracuse
2 months ago

Virtual power plants could save New Yorkers billions: What's holding them back?

Virtual power plants of networked home batteries can stabilize New York's grid, reduce fossil fuel use, and save billions while lowering household energy costs.
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