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#energy-crisis
fromIndependent
2 days ago
UK politics

Carpool, slow down and do your laundry at night - families to be warned to cut energy use in government campaign amid Iran crisis

Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

In Europe, lobbyists are using soaring fuel prices to make the case for more dirty energy

Europe is better prepared for the energy crisis but faces challenges from high fuel prices and opposition to renewable energy policies.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Starmer must call energy summit akin to 2008 crisis response, Labour MP says

A global energy summit is needed to address the impending energy crisis caused by the US-Israeli war on Iran.
fromIndependent
2 days ago
UK politics

Carpool, slow down and do your laundry at night - families to be warned to cut energy use in government campaign amid Iran crisis

Europe news
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Government may soon ask public to conserve energy in response to fuel crisis

Ireland will not implement pandemic-style travel restrictions despite the deepening energy crisis from the US-Israeli invasion of Iran.
World news
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

'Work from home, use public transport and lower speed limits' - IEA warns energy shock is here

Countries should reduce energy demand by promoting remote work and public transport usage amid a significant global energy crisis.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

In Europe, lobbyists are using soaring fuel prices to make the case for more dirty energy

Europe is better prepared for the energy crisis but faces challenges from high fuel prices and opposition to renewable energy policies.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Starmer must call energy summit akin to 2008 crisis response, Labour MP says

A global energy summit is needed to address the impending energy crisis caused by the US-Israeli war on Iran.
Environment
fromNature
1 day ago

'Yes, we can': a blueprint for a clean economy and healthy society

A new 'clean' economy focused on sustainability can lead to a more efficient and prosperous society.
fromIrish Independent
10 hours ago

Palestinian tech student tops class at Dublin university after creating AI-powered sustainability app

"You would constantly be checking the news, making sure your parents are safe, calling your parents. There's so much uncertainty in day-to-day life in Palestine, and it often left me battling with my own thoughts here in Ireland."
Education
#windfall-tax
Europe news
fromFortune
2 days ago

European ministers urge EU to impose windfall taxes on energy companies as prices spike 'to ensure that this burden is distributed fairly' | Fortune

European finance ministers are urging a bloc-wide windfall tax on energy companies to address rising oil and gas prices and inflation concerns.
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
2 days ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
2 days ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
Europe news
fromFortune
2 days ago

European ministers urge EU to impose windfall taxes on energy companies as prices spike 'to ensure that this burden is distributed fairly' | Fortune

European finance ministers are urging a bloc-wide windfall tax on energy companies to address rising oil and gas prices and inflation concerns.
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
2 days ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
2 days ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
#recession
fromIndependent
1 day ago
US Elections

Public braced for global recession within a year, new poll shows, amid plea to recall Dail over fuel crisis

fromIndependent
1 day ago
US Elections

Public braced for global recession within a year, new poll shows, amid plea to recall Dail over fuel crisis

fromIndependent
1 day ago

Women account for most of exodus from Ireland's tech sector, with Trump's anti-DEI push and WFH curbs among factors blamed

The ESRI revealed in its recently published quarterly economic commentary that the fall in the number of technology workers in Ireland was concentrated almost entirely among female workers in the sector.
Women in technology
Privacy professionals
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Gearoid O'Sullivan: Would you be happy to have details of your tax affairs paraded in public?

New rules threaten taxpayer privacy by limiting the right to private hearings in the appeals process.
Retirement
fromIndependent
1 day ago

State took 70m from estates of dead people after detecting overpayments

Welfare officials reclaimed nearly €70m from deceased individuals' estates due to overpayments.
World news
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

EU warns it's 'preparing for worst scenarios' and assessing 'all possibilities' including fuel rationing as energy crisis deepens

Tehran plans to charge for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to ensure safe navigation amid rising tensions with the US.
#middle-east-conflict
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
World politics
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Taoiseach says fuel supplies secure until end of April as hauliers declare a 'national emergency'

Supplies are available until the end of April, but prolonged conflict in the Middle East will significantly impact the global economy.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
#data-centers
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago
European startups

The AI Race Is Pressuring Utilities to Squeeze More From Europe's Power Grids

Tech industry
fromAxios
3 days ago

AI boom drives clash between grid power vs. energy "islands"

On-site power for data centers is increasing, with projections suggesting it could reach 50% of planned capacity.
Environment
fromFuturism
4 hours ago

The Entire State of Maine Is Poised to Ban New Data Centers

Maine is set to freeze new data center construction until 2027 due to concerns over electricity prices and environmental impact.
European startups
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

The AI Race Is Pressuring Utilities to Squeeze More From Europe's Power Grids

European countries face energy transport challenges that limit the establishment of new data centers needed for AI compute demands.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

ANALYSIS | The energy crisis is getting worse. How protected is Canada? | CBC News

Gasoline prices in Canada are rising due to a global energy crisis, but the country is less affected than others due to its energy production capacity.
Venture
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago

Bitcoin Miner Soluna Closes $53 Million Wind Farm Acquisition in West Texas

Soluna Holdings acquired the 150 MW Briscoe Wind Farm to power its AI data center, achieving full vertical integration and energy sovereignty.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

ICLN Adds ~1% in a Week Even As $1.5B Leaves Clean Energy Funds

ICLN faces challenges from outflows and rising fossil fuel appeal, but retail sentiment remains bullish due to infrastructure demand and upcoming tax incentives.
Renovation
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Parents urge council to back down after state's largest private creche told to remove unauthorised structures

Families urge local council to allow retention of unauthorized structures at Junior Genius Childcare.
France politics
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

'More crushing, wider and destructive actions' - Iran responds to Trump's television speech; Taoiseach confirms Ireland has fuel supplies 'until end of April'

European foreign ministers condemn violence in Lebanon and call for ceasefire and humanitarian access.
fromTNW | Startups-Technology
5 days ago

Metafuels wins 1.92M Dutch grant to advance its Rotterdam e-SAF plant

Metafuels' aerobrew technology converts renewable methanol into drop-in jet fuel, delivering up to 90% lower lifecycle emissions than conventional kerosene, with no modifications needed for existing aircraft.
European startups
Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
5 days ago

Why Entrepreneurs Can't Ignore AI's Growing Energy Demands

AI's rapid growth is significantly increasing global electricity demand, reshaping energy as a strategic business asset for entrepreneurs.
fromComputerWeekly.com
4 days ago

Data dive: Government 2030 datacentre capacity targets look shaky | Computer Weekly

The UK has about 1.59GW of currently installed datacentre capacity at just under 190 sites. If we add existing capacity to that which is planned to complete by 2030 and which has planning consent, we get 4.9GW.
UK news
France news
fromThe Local France
5 days ago

PM orders France to step up electrification projects in face of oil crisis

France's government is prioritizing electrification to reduce dependence on imported oil and address rising fuel prices.
#fuel-prices
fromIndependent
2 days ago
UK politics

Carpool, slow down and do your laundry at night - families to be warned to cut energy use in government campaign amid Iran crisis

fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
UK news

Government to slash excise duty by up to a quarter in bid to ease worst fuel crisis in living memory

UK politics
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Taoiseach hints at tax cut to help with rising cost of fuel but rules out carbon tax delay

Government backbenchers express concern about political consequences of high fuel prices, while the Taoiseach considers excise duty cuts but rules out delaying carbon tax increases.
UK politics
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Taoiseach hints at tax cut to help with rising cost of fuel but rules out carbon tax delay

Government backbenchers express concern about political consequences of high fuel prices, while the Taoiseach considers excise duty cuts but rules out delaying carbon tax increases.
fromIndependent
2 days ago
UK politics

Carpool, slow down and do your laundry at night - families to be warned to cut energy use in government campaign amid Iran crisis

fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
UK news

Government to slash excise duty by up to a quarter in bid to ease worst fuel crisis in living memory

UK politics
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Taoiseach hints at tax cut to help with rising cost of fuel but rules out carbon tax delay

Government backbenchers express concern about political consequences of high fuel prices, while the Taoiseach considers excise duty cuts but rules out delaying carbon tax increases.
UK politics
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Taoiseach hints at tax cut to help with rising cost of fuel but rules out carbon tax delay

Government backbenchers express concern about political consequences of high fuel prices, while the Taoiseach considers excise duty cuts but rules out delaying carbon tax increases.
Brooklyn
fromtherealdeal.com
1 week ago

New real estate investment under attack: battery storage

Battery storage projects face regulatory challenges and community skepticism despite extensive oversight and safety measures in New York City.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
1 week 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.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
1 week ago

Energy crisis may force Germany to run coal plants longer

Germany may extend the operation of coal-fired power plants due to the ongoing energy crisis from the Middle East war.
OMG science
fromWIRED
1 week ago

One Way or Another, Most of Our Electricity Comes From Solar Power

Electric power generation primarily relies on the interaction between magnets and coils, with various methods to induce motion.
#energy-conservation
fromIndependent
2 days ago
UK politics

Carpool, slow down and do your laundry at night - Government to warn public on energy use if Iran crisis persists

fromIndependent
2 days ago
UK politics

Carpool, slow down and do your laundry at night - Government to warn public on energy use if Iran crisis persists

fromIndependent
2 days ago
UK politics

Carpool, slow down and do your laundry at night - Government to warn public on energy use if Iran crisis persists

fromIndependent
2 days ago
UK politics

Carpool, slow down and do your laundry at night - Government to warn public on energy use if Iran crisis persists

European startups
fromTNW | Deep-Tech
6 days ago

RepAir Carbon opens a Luxembourg office

RepAir Carbon's technology captures CO₂ using 70% less energy and is expanding into Europe's decarbonisation market with partnerships and a new office in Luxembourg.
Toronto startup
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

Australia to datacenter operators: BYO energy or stay home

Australia's government sets expectations for datacenter builders to ensure energy sustainability and local investment.
fromFortune
4 days ago

Countries are turning to 'structurally more resilient' energy sources as oil and gas crisis deepens, UN renewables chief says | Fortune

"A more decentralized energy system, with a growing share of renewables and more market players, is structurally more resilient. Countries that invested in the energy transition are weathering this crisis with less economic damage, as they boost energy security, resilience and competitiveness."
Environment
Europe politics
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Rising energy prices: Limited measures expected - but Government rules out Russia-Ukraine crisis style support package

Ireland's government plans short-term, limited cost-of-living measures in response to geopolitical tensions, rejecting large-scale intervention like those following Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Worst of Storm Dave weather has passed as thousands of homes without power; warning of potential flight disruption today

Dublin Airport experienced flight disruptions due to strong winds, while Howth RNLI rescued a kite surfer blown offshore during Storm Dave.
#renewable-energy
fromTheregister
5 days ago
Environment

Renewables hit 49.4% of global electricity capacity in 2025

Renewable energy reached nearly half of global electricity capacity in 2025, but commitments to renewable energy are still not on track.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Environment

Wind and solar overtook fossil fuels for EU power generation in 2025, report finds

Wind and solar generated 30% of EU electricity in 2025, surpassing fossil fuels at 29%, driven by record solar growth and rising gas use.
Environment
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

Renewables dominate 2025's newly installed generating capacity

Renewable energy capacity grew by 700 GW last year, accounting for 86% of global generating capacity growth.
US Elections
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Clean Energy Industry Launching Campaign of Vengeance

The renewable energy sector faces significant challenges due to policy changes and political opposition during Trump's presidency.
Environment
fromTheregister
5 days ago

Renewables hit 49.4% of global electricity capacity in 2025

Renewable energy reached nearly half of global electricity capacity in 2025, but commitments to renewable energy are still not on track.
World news
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Energy bills could rise by hundreds of euro as Government scrambles for solutions - but no return of energy credits

Households may face significant increases in electricity and gas bills due to damage to energy infrastructure amid the ongoing Iran war.
UK politics
fromIndependent
21 hours ago

Fionnan Sheahan: The Dail reform dorks are coming after your TD - beware of geeks bearing grift

Capping the number of TDs may undermine essential elements of the political system.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Trump's Iran war and energy policies outline dangerous volatility' of fossil fuel push

Trump's actions have exposed the volatility of fossil fuels and the urgent need for a transition to clean energy.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Of course we shouldn't drill for more oil in the North Sea we cancelled further exploitation for a reason | Bill McGuire

The UK's energy security is at risk due to reliance on fossil fuels amidst a climate emergency and the ongoing war in the Middle East.
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Modular home providers see 400pc rise in calls as Government moves to relax law

A modular home provider has seen an increase of over 400pc in enquiries since it was revealed the Government intends to further relax restrictions around their use.
UK politics
Environment
fromGothamist
4 days ago

NY energy experts, advocates say Iran war shows need for Hochul to implement climate law

Hochul's energy policy prioritizes fossil fuels over renewables, but experts warn this approach may lead to higher costs and missed climate goals.
fromBusiness Matters
1 day ago

Vince calls on Miliband to halt North Sea oil exports as Iran war rattles supply

Dale Vince stated, 'We can ban exports from the North Sea. China have done it,' emphasizing the need for prioritizing domestic consumption during fuel shortages.
UK politics
Europe politics
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

EU urges 'lower taxes on energy' as Irish Government to keep rising prices 'under review'

EU member states are advised to reduce energy taxes as oil and gas prices surge due to Middle East conflict, while Ireland remains undecided on its response.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Google teams up with gas plant for AI datacenter in sharp turn from climate goals

Google partners with Crusoe Energy for a natural gas power plant to supply energy for its Texas datacenter, marking a shift from its carbon-neutral goals.
#oil-prices
Europe news
fromCity AM
5 days ago

Europe urges fewer flights, remote working as Iran war drains oil supplies

Oil prices are rising due to the Iran war, prompting Europe to implement emergency measures to conserve energy.
Environment
from24/7 Wall St.
6 days ago

The Iran War Just Revived Clean Energy - Buy This ETF Before Its Too Late

Rising oil prices due to geopolitical tensions are accelerating the transition to clean energy as an economic necessity.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Would more North Sea drilling mean lower energy prices for UK consumers?

Oil prices may rise to $150 a barrel due to supply issues, impacting costs across various sectors despite proposed UK drilling plans.
Europe news
fromCity AM
5 days ago

Europe urges fewer flights, remote working as Iran war drains oil supplies

Oil prices are rising due to the Iran war, prompting Europe to implement emergency measures to conserve energy.
Environment
from24/7 Wall St.
6 days ago

The Iran War Just Revived Clean Energy - Buy This ETF Before Its Too Late

Rising oil prices due to geopolitical tensions are accelerating the transition to clean energy as an economic necessity.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Would more North Sea drilling mean lower energy prices for UK consumers?

Oil prices may rise to $150 a barrel due to supply issues, impacting costs across various sectors despite proposed UK drilling plans.
UK politics
fromIndependent
4 days ago

New derelict property tax will affect up to 19,000 sites in bid to boost housing supply

Revenue will collect a new 7% tax on up to 19,000 derelict properties to boost housing supply.
#electricity-demand
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Data centres will take a third of power by 2030, but grid will have capacity to supply homes

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Data centres will take a third of power by 2030, but grid will have capacity to supply homes

Europe news
fromIndependent
6 days ago

David W Higgins: To keep driving affordable, we need to embrace cheap Chinese electric cars

Ireland needs to reassess its electric vehicle policies due to rising fuel prices and the cost-of-living crisis.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Solar is winning the energy race

Solar power is rapidly scaling, becoming the world's cheapest energy source and surpassing coal, gas, and nuclear in capacity and usage.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
1 week ago

What are European countries doing to keep fuel costs down?

War in the Middle East is causing energy market volatility, prompting European governments to intervene to lower fuel costs for consumers.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Can EU renewables outmuscle US oil and gas?

At a meeting at the Paris headquarters of the intergovernmental body dedicated to global energy security, Wright referred to the "destructive illusion" of the IEA's commitment to massively reducing greenhouse gas emissions sourced from fossil fuels. The US, one of 45 member and associate countries of the IEA that represent 75% of the world's energy demand, is threatening to withdraw from the body if it does not quit its energy transition goals in the next year.
Miscellaneous
Europe news
fromIndependent
1 week ago

How working from home could take the steam out of the energy crisis

Remote working may alleviate cost pressures and reduce fuel demand amid rising prices due to global instability.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Yes to fields of wheat, no to fields of iron': how the world's greenest country soured on solar

We say yes to fields of wheat, and we say no to fields of iron! Jernmarker, or iron fields, was chosen as the Danish word of the year in December after the solar backlash swayed municipal elections and prompted some councils to pull projects.
Environment
#reproductive-rights
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

UK climate minister: We need to re-make the case for net zero

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Reeves waiting until autumn' for major energy bill support package

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and energy bills, emphasizing the need for accessible reporting.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

UK climate minister: We need to re-make the case for net zero

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Reeves waiting until autumn' for major energy bill support package

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and energy bills, emphasizing the need for accessible reporting.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Europe's staggering' clean power gains undermined by failure to phase out fuel-burning machines

Europe must accelerate electrification to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and manage rising energy costs amid the global oil crisis.
UK politics
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Fuel-relief package: 20c diesel cut, 15c petrol cut from midnight tomorrow, diesel rebate scheme for hauliers and NORA levy suspended

Excise duty on diesel and petrol will be cut by 20 cent and 15 cent respectively until the end of May.
Europe news
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Final analysis of 2025 Iberian blackout: Policies left Spain at risk

The Iberian Peninsula experienced a blackout due to grid-level voltage oscillations and hardware disconnections.
Environment
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

State has fallen significantly behind its targets to decarbonise homes by 2030

Ireland will miss renewable energy targets through 2030 despite baseline achievement in 2024, with projections showing shortfalls in 2025 and 2027 interim goals.
UK politics
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Fuel excise cuts for motorists to be bigger and last longer than previously planned

Excise duty cuts on petrol and diesel are expected to be introduced, extending relief for consumers.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks 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.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Explainer: What's new in the Government's latest home retrofitting scheme?

New SEAI and government grants broaden access to home retrofits, funding windows, doors, insulation, and heat pump installations with specific amounts and start dates.
UK politics
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

No delay to carbon tax hike despite spiralling energy costs, Taoiseach says

The Taoiseach rejects delaying carbon tax increases despite energy cost pressures from geopolitical conflict, while considering fuel excise duty cuts instead.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Higher retrofit grants to include 80pc subsidy for heat pumps

State will cover 40% of the cost of windows and doors in semi-detached homes and raise attic insulation grants to €1,800, increasing retrofit support.
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

Fionnan Sheahan: Let's see how the Ballymagash Coalition copes when an energy crisis hits country

If there was a medal to be awarded for the best contributor of the week, the Deputy would be most deserving of it because he is a lone voice among many voices whose only inclination and focus is on spending more money, calling on the Government to keep on spending more money and spend as much as we can.
UK politics
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Overloaded energy grid threatens to delay major transport projects including Metrolink

High electricity demand could force workers on rail projects to halt during peak times, risking delays to major transport programs.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

UK must double down on renewables as wars drive up energy costs, experts say

The UK must accelerate clean energy transition to protect households from volatile fossil fuel markets destabilized by geopolitical conflicts like the US-Israel war on Iran.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Renewables muscle fossil fuels out of EU electricity market, says research

Solar and wind power provided more electricity than coal and gas last year, leading a global trend, said think tank Ember. Solar and wind power outperformed fossil fuels in the European Union for the first time last year, a new high watermark on Europe's transition to green and autonomous energy. The two sources of energy generated 30 percent of EU electricity, compared with 29 percent for coal and gas, Ember, a global energy think tank, said on Thursday in its European Electricity Review.
Environment
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