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Ofgem plans to cut wind and solar delays by stripping out ‘zombie’ projects

Regulator aims to reduce backlog as some wind and solar schemes wait up to 15 years to get hooked up

The Guardian - UK

China's carbon emissions set to drop on back of clean energy boom

China’s carbon emissions are set to fall in 2024 thanks to record growth in the installation of clean energy sources, a report published Monday said.

Radio France Internationale

China’s carbon emissions set for structural decline from next year

Emissions by world’s most polluting country could peak this year after surge in clean energy investments

The Guardian - UK

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Two premature babies die, 37 under threat at Gaza’s al-Shifa Hospital

Neonatal intensive care unit stops working at under-siege facility with power outages and no fuel.

Al Jazeera

Cancellation of DBFOO contracts would have required KSEB to pay ₹500 cr. in damages, says govt.

KSEB had to pay ₹500 cr in damages for terminating 4 long-term power supply agreements in DBFOO mode. KSEB filed a review petition before the commission seeking approval for the contracts. Cabinet decided to restore the contracts & APTEL directed KSEB to withdraw petition & file plea before commission. KSEB…

The Hindu

Long-term power contracts: KSEB files plea before Regulatory Commission

The Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) has approached the State Electricity Regulatory Commission seeking its nod for a clutch of long-term power supply contracts totalling 465 MW.

The Hindu

UK energy bills: could doing your washing at night save you cash?

Some electricity tariffs reward households willing to move consumption to off-peak hours

The Guardian - UK

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JNCASR researchers develop radiative cooling paint to cool building structures

JNCASR researchers develop eco-friendly radiative cooling paint to reduce surface temperatures by 10°C. Paint is low-cost, water-resistant, and easy to apply, offering relief from hot summer days and reducing electricity consumption. It is an innovative, sustainable solution to global warming and urban heat island effects.

The Hindu

Accord industry status to hospitality sector, demands Andhra Pradesh Hotels’ Association

Reduction of GST charges, electricity tariff, industry status to the hospitality sector and extension of opening hours of restaurants till midnight are among the demands that have been put forth by the members of Andhra Pradesh Hotels’ Association.

The Hindu

Tourists are returning to South Africa – but the sector will need to go green to deal with the country's electricity crisis

For the past 16 years South Africans have dreaded rolling power cuts euphemistically dubbed “loadshedding”. These are caused by the ailing state power entity Eskom’s crumbling infrastructure and its over-reliance on ageing and poorly maintained coal-fired power stations. Loadshedding has worsened in 2023, with some areas experiencing power cuts for…

The Conversation

Small modular nuclear reactor that was hailed by Coalition as future cancelled due to rising costs

Opposition climate and energy spokesperson had pointed to SMRs as a solution to Australia’s energy needs, but experts raise questions over price tag

The Guardian - AU

Power gentailers' dominance helps consign 300,000 people to energy hardship – report

Independent panel chair says the Commerce Commission should investigate a lack of competition, driving up electricity prices and leaving children sick and unable to attend school. Jonathan Milne reports.

Newsroom.co.nz

Palaniswami urges DMK govt. to call open-end spinning mills’ representatives for talks

AIADMK's Palaniswami urges DMK govt to call spinning mill reps for talks to avert 3-wk strike. He blames govt for not responding to mills' demand for reduced electricity tariff. AMMK's Dhinakaran seeks CM's intervention.

The Hindu

How is electricity transmitted? | Explained

India’s power transmission system is complex, with many elements and considerations. It is the backbone of the nation’s economic development. This article explains electric power transmission, its components, and the factors influencing it. Transmission involves generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity, with transformers increasing voltage and reducing current. Cables, switches,…

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The Independent UK

With electric vehicle sales growth slowing, Stellantis Ram brand has an answer: An onboard charger

One of the biggest reasons people cite when saying they won’t buy an electric vehicle is range anxiety

The Conversation

Why surging sales of large electric vehicles raises environmental red flags

Electric cars are getting bigger and heavier. In 2019, 30% of the electric vehicle (EV) models available worldwide were sports utility vehicles (SUVs).

The Hindu

High Court directs Karnataka govt. to pay ₹7.25 per unit to JSW Energy instead of ₹4.86 per unit fixed by the govt. for supplying surplus power

JSW Energy to get ₹7.25/KWh (Ex-Bus) from Karnataka govt. as interim arrangement till outcome of petition. Bench directs State govt. to submit reply to company's petition by Nov. 10 & requests single judge to decide on it within a week.

Dynamite News

Supreme Court forms panel to select Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission pro tem members

The top court said that the Selection Committee shall recommend and give two names for each position. Read further on Dynamite News:

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The Independent UK

French power supplier says technician killed as it battles damage from Storm Ciarán

French power network operator Enedis says one of its technicians was killed as it battles to restore electricity to hundreds of thousands of homes in the wake of major storms

The Hindu

GESCOM supplying seven hours of power to farm pump sets

After several protests and demands by famers and farmers’ organisations, officials of Gulbarga Electricity Company (GESCOM) in Yadgir provided uninterrupted power to farm pump sets.

The Conversation

Cobalt nanoparticles could become a significant player in the pursuit of clean energy

To help address climate change, we urgently need to transition to clean energy. The energy sector is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, which are the primary drivers of global warming.

The Hindu

Government nod for hydrokinetic power project

Kerala Govt. approves hydrokinetic turbines in Left Bank canal of Moolathara regulator. EMC to replicate project in other potential sites. Hydrokinetic projects produce electricity from kinetic energy of flowing water. Power Dept. gave go-ahead to EMC in June 2021. Draft Kerala Small Hydro Policy 2022 aims to increase small hydropower…

The Hindu

Small industrial units seek exemption from power tariff hike

Kerala MSMEs face hike in power tariff, high interest rates, spiralling prices of raw materials, rise in transport charges, and difficulty in selling finished products. KSEB has sought an increase of over 40 paise, while the average hike for small industries is 18 paise per unit. Ernakulam District Consumer Protection…

The Hindu

KSEB told to make earnest efforts to recover power bill arrears

The State Electricity Regulatory Commission has reminded the Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) that it should make “earnest efforts” to collect the long-pending power bill arrears.

The Guardian - UK

Cruise ships polluting UK coast as they ignore greener power options

Most liners rely on marine gas oil when docked, despite claims they reduce emissions by plugging into low-carbon electricity

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