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NYC parents
fromTruthout
1 week ago

As Costs and Temperatures Rise, Trump Moves to Gut Low-Income Energy Assistance

High energy costs are significantly impacting American households' ability to afford essential utilities, especially in extreme temperatures.
SF politics
fromtime.com
1 month ago

Trump Administration Guts Program that Helps Low-Income Households Pay for Heat

The Trump administration's layoffs of LIHEAP staff raise concerns about federal support for low-income households in winter heating and summer cooling.
NYC parents
fromTruthout
1 week ago

As Costs and Temperatures Rise, Trump Moves to Gut Low-Income Energy Assistance

High energy costs are significantly impacting American households' ability to afford essential utilities, especially in extreme temperatures.
SF politics
fromtime.com
1 month ago

Trump Administration Guts Program that Helps Low-Income Households Pay for Heat

The Trump administration's layoffs of LIHEAP staff raise concerns about federal support for low-income households in winter heating and summer cooling.
#household-savings
#climate-change
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

EU reveals plans to hit climate goals by helping dirty industries clean up

The EU is committed to its climate goals while supporting polluting industries in their transition to greener practices.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Long Island wind power is yet another green screwjob - forcing New Yorkers to pay more than DOUBLE for energy

New Yorkers may face energy costs that are 2.5 times the market rate due to green energy mandates.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

EU reveals plans to hit climate goals by helping dirty industries clean up

The EU is committed to its climate goals while supporting polluting industries in their transition to greener practices.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Long Island wind power is yet another green screwjob - forcing New Yorkers to pay more than DOUBLE for energy

New Yorkers may face energy costs that are 2.5 times the market rate due to green energy mandates.
#government-policy
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
3 weeks ago

Rising energy costs threaten UK business growth as firms warn of competitive disadvantage

Rising energy costs hinder British companies' growth, threatening profitability and competitiveness.
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
3 weeks ago

Rising energy costs threaten UK business growth as firms warn of competitive disadvantage

Rising energy costs hinder British companies' growth, threatening profitability and competitiveness.
#inflation
#data-centers
Tech industry
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Indiana is getting $15 billion in Big Tech investment. Residents don't want to foot the energy bill.

Indiana lawmakers aim to make tech firms cover 80% of data center power project costs to avoid burdening residents with high energy bills.
Tech industry
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Indiana is getting $15 billion in Big Tech investment. Residents don't want to foot the energy bill.

Indiana lawmakers aim to make tech firms cover 80% of data center power project costs to avoid burdening residents with high energy bills.
#renewable-energy
US news
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

One map shows where Americans are paying the highest electricity bills

High energy costs in the US are driven by extreme weather, volatile gas markets, and local infrastructure investments.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

How Trump's Tariffs Threaten the Transition to Cleaner Energy

The trade war and tariffs are significantly impacting renewable energy costs and supply chains in the U.S.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Postcode electricity pricing is a minefield for Ed Miliband

Zonal pricing is deeply contentious; it could lower consumer bills by aligning local supply and demand, but critics see it as impractical and harmful.
US news
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

One map shows where Americans are paying the highest electricity bills

High energy costs in the US are driven by extreme weather, volatile gas markets, and local infrastructure investments.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

How Trump's Tariffs Threaten the Transition to Cleaner Energy

The trade war and tariffs are significantly impacting renewable energy costs and supply chains in the U.S.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Postcode electricity pricing is a minefield for Ed Miliband

Zonal pricing is deeply contentious; it could lower consumer bills by aligning local supply and demand, but critics see it as impractical and harmful.
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

A fight is brewing in Indiana over who should pay Big Tech's energy bills

Consumer advocates said the two bills will ultimately hike energy bills for everyday Hoosiers and put them on the hook for nuclear projects that may never get up and running.
Tech industry
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
3 weeks ago

How Bitcoin Mining Can Energize Real Estate

Real estate's high energy consumption leads to increased living costs, often passed onto tenants, prompting exploration of alternative energy solutions like Bitcoin mining.
#utility-regulation
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

'My highest bill ever': Readers share how expensive their energy bills were this winter

Massachusetts gas providers ordered to reduce rates by at least 5% in response to high energy costs.
Consumer reactions highlight the financial stress caused by recent bill increases.
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

'My highest bill ever': Readers share how expensive their energy bills were this winter

Massachusetts gas providers ordered to reduce rates by at least 5% in response to high energy costs.
Consumer reactions highlight the financial stress caused by recent bill increases.
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago

Lynch: California may need a revolt against its utility commission

California's Public Utilities Commission was established to protect consumers but is now criticized for failing to regulate utility companies effectively.
fromSitePoint Forums | Web Development & Design Community
4 weeks ago

Do you have a headache because your electricity bill keeps increasing every month of electricity usage? So what is the cause of the electricity waste? Let's analyze the causes with HoangCooler

The improper use of air conditioners is a significant factor behind rising electricity costs in households, leading to excessive power consumption during peak summer months.
Gadgets
Artificial intelligence
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Meta's data center could be 'transformative' for Louisiana, utility says-as long as customers pay the $5 billion power bill

Meta's $10 billion AI data center in Louisiana raises controversy over the $5 billion cost for new power plants to serve its energy demands.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

New Yorkers would be forced to pay 2.5x market rate for wind energy from Empire Wind One offshore farm: expert

New Yorkers may face significantly higher electricity costs from the Empire Wind One project, according to independent analysis.
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Revealed: The exact date you should turn your heating OFF this spring

In the UK, weather trends show that by early April, average outdoor temperatures exceed 14°C in most regions. Once temperatures consistently hit around 15°C ... homes will be warm enough without needing continuous heating.
UK news
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Net zero by 2050 'impossible' for UK, says Badenoch

Kemi Badenoch claims meeting the UK's net zero target by 2050 is impossible without severe consequences for living standards.
#utility-bills
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
2 months ago

Your Utility Bill Keeps Going Up. Could The NY Heat Act Stop It?

The NY Heat Act seeks to alleviate rising energy bills for New Yorkers by limiting gas infrastructure expansion.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
2 months ago

Your Utility Bill Keeps Going Up. Could The NY Heat Act Stop It?

The NY Heat Act seeks to alleviate rising energy bills for New Yorkers by limiting gas infrastructure expansion.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Healey pledges to fight energy prices with legislation, executive order

Governor Healey is taking action to reduce skyrocketing energy costs and demanding immediate changes from utility companies.
UK news
fromYahoo News
2 months ago

When will RTS meters switch off and how will it affect you?

Vulnerable individuals may unknowingly incur higher energy costs due to the phase-out of an outdated meter.
The government phasing out 1980s RTS meters could lead to increased charges for unaware users.
Efforts are needed to help those affected understand and switch to better energy tariffs.
#consumer-protection
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Mass. DPU orders gas companies to lower rates by 5%.

The DPU has ordered gas companies to reduce residential gas bills by 5% starting next month due to unsustainable pricing.
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Two new bills aim to lower California utility bills. Will they work?

New legislation aims to control utility costs for California residents by capping rate increases and increasing oversight of infrastructure spending.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Mass. DPU orders gas companies to lower rates by 5%.

The DPU has ordered gas companies to reduce residential gas bills by 5% starting next month due to unsustainable pricing.
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Two new bills aim to lower California utility bills. Will they work?

New legislation aims to control utility costs for California residents by capping rate increases and increasing oversight of infrastructure spending.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 months ago

Can a 3000-watt portable electric generator run a home? - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

A 3000-watt portable electric generator is capable of powering essential appliances like refrigerators and heating systems during emergencies, offering flexibility and reliability for UK households.
Gadgets
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Healey, lawmakers call on DPU to reduce energy costs after natural gas spike

Massachusetts officials are urging action to address skyrocketing energy costs this winter.
OMG science
fromArs Technica
3 months ago

Turning the Moon into a fuel depot will take a lot of power

Producing oxygen on the Moon for fuel is energy-intensive, requiring about 24 kWh per kilogram, impacting future space exploration plans.
fromChicago Tribune
1 year ago

Letters: Our climate is in trouble. Chicago needs a ban on methane gas in new buildings.

The main argument revolves around the affordability of methane gas versus electricity in heating homes. The natural gas ban could save Chicagoans between $11,000 and $24,000 over 20 years by promoting a transition to electricity.
Chicago
fromFortune
5 months ago

Goldman sees 'significant' hit to U.S. from Trump's Canada tariffs

"The 25% levy on all products from Canada proposed by Trump would likely raise the price of fuels in the US, said Daan Struyven. Tariffs could lead to significant consequences for US consumers, refiners, and Canadian producers."
Canada news
fromwww.thenorthernecho.co.uk
6 months ago

Six grants you can claim to help with energy bills this winter

"If the thought of rising energy costs is causing you concern and you're worried about heating your home this winter, then we'd recommend contacting your energy provider or looking on GOV.UK to find out if you could meet the criteria."
Miscellaneous
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

Brexit has put 370m a year on price of power from EU since 2021, experts say

Brexit has raised UK electricity costs, introducing inefficiencies in trading that could lead to significant financial burdens for consumers.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
8 months ago

How families can benefit from unclaimed 2bn help with water and broadband bills

Citizens Advice found that identical households are losing out on nearly 2 billion in essential bill support due to inconsistent promotion of social tariffs by providers.
Privacy professionals
Artificial intelligence
fromComputerWeekly.com
8 months ago

AI innovation key to UK business, but obstacles threaten progress | Computer Weekly

UK IT leaders widely recognize AI as a transformational opportunity, but face infrastructure challenges due to escalating AI-generated data and operational costs.
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