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Clean energy slump – why Australia’s renewables revolution is behind schedule, and how to fix it

For years, the electricity sector has been the poster child for emissions cuts in Australia. The sector achieved a stunning 26% drop in emissions over the past 15 years, while other sectors have hardly budged. The share of renewable energy has gone from 7.5% to more than 30% in that…

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Nat-Gas Rallies on a Lower-Than-Expected Build in Weekly Inventories

June Nymex natural gas (NGM24 ) on Thursday closed up +0.079 (+3.27%). June nat-gas prices on Thursday rallied to a 3-3/4 month nearest-futures high after weekly nat-gas supplies rose less than expected. On Thursday, the EIA reported that nat-gas inventories for the week ended May 10 rose +70 bcf, below...

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Net zero U-turns will hit UK infrastructure, say government advisers

Sir John Armitt urges ministers to act swiftly or risk impeding growth and jeopardising climate targets

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US Southwest And Texas Face Summer Power Shortfall Risk

NERC warns of potential power shortages in US Southwest and Texas due to rising demand and infrastructure challenges. Collaboration and contingency plannin...

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Nat-Gas Prices Climb as Warmer US Temps Boost Nat-Gas Demand Prospects

June Nymex natural gas (NGM24 ) on Wednesday closed up +0.072 (+3.07%). June nat-gas prices on Wednesday rallied to a 3-3/4 month nearest-futures high on expectations that warm US temperatures will boost nat-gas demand from electricity providers to power air-conditioning usage. NatGasWeather said the northern two-thirds of the US will...

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Coalition questions $300 power bill rebate as Chalmers says the wealthy not Labor’s ‘focus or concern’

Peter Dutton confirms he will back electricity rebate but joins chorus of criticism saying $3.5bn cost-of-living measure is not means tested

The Guardian - AU

Pine needle power projects to check Uttarakhand forest fires prove to be inadequate

Uttarakhand struggles to use pine needles for electricity due to lack of sustainable technology, despite vast potential.

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IKEA's new Home Smart app feature will help users save big money in the long run

It's designed to help customers monitor their electricity consumption

Unrest in Pakistan-administered Kashmir: What’s behind the recent protests?

Why are the residents of Pakistan-administered Kashmir out on the streets and what are their demands?

Al Jazeera

London travel news LIVE: District Line trains hit by delays due to trespasser

Southeastern and Thameslink trains are expected to be disrupted until 10am at the earliest due to the signalling issue at Charlton

Evening Standard

Charge an electric car for $5? Energy trial goes public

Australia's biggest energy retailer will open a popular electric car-charging program to the public but only those with a Tesla can apply.

AAP

Nat-Gas Prices Surge on the Outlook for Warm US Temps

June Nymex natural gas (NGM24 ) on Monday closed up +0.129 (+5.73%). June nat-gas prices on Monday rallied to a new 3-1/2 month nearest-futures high and settled sharply higher. Prices rallied on the outlook for warm US temperatures that will boost nat-gas demand from electricity providers to power air-conditioning. The...

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Summer rainfall to continue, Pathanamthitta on yellow alert on Tuesday

Kerala to experience heavy rainfall, yellow alert in Pathanamthitta, relief from heat, and reduced electricity consumption.

The Hindu

Flickering Lights review – how the arrival of electricity heralded peace in a turbulent Indian state

Years in the making, this documentary shows preparations for the arrival of mains power in a village in Nagaland as part of a deal with the Indian government

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Traeger vs Masterbuilt: battle of the best smokers

Two leading smoker manufacturers go head to head for Pit Master supremacy

The Guardian - UK

Are heat pumps more expensive to run than gas boilers?

The first in a series exploring the myths and realities surrounding heat pumps

AAP

Consumers miss out on utilities' maintenance windfall

The utilities sector is expected to have the slowest growth in maintenance spending as higher-cost fossil fuel generators are replaced by renewable energy.

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Delhi CM puts forward '10 Kejriwal Guarantees', promises of free education, better healthcare

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday addressed a press conference and elaborated on promises which he termed as 'Kejriwal Guarantees'. Read further on Dynamite News:

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The Hindu

Kerala sees dip in electricity consumption

With rainfall bringing cool weather across the State, electricity consumption has for the first time since March 29 dipped below 100 million units (mu) on a weekday.

The Hindu

KERC issues guidelines for upgradation of digital meters to smart meters with add-on modules

Upgrade existing electricity meters in Karnataka with smart modules for enhanced capabilities, efficiency, and compliance with standards, saving money.

The Hindu

Youth club launches energy-saving challenge

Households that save the most energy between the two bill periods will be rewarded with prizes by the club.

Latin Times

Costa Rica Announces Electricity Rationing Plan Amid Drought

Hydroelectric plants are responsible for supplying 70% of the Central American country's electricity, and the state-run electricity company, ICE, has partially blamed the drought problem on El Niño. The present situation has forced the Costa Rican government to announce the electricity rationing plan.

The Guardian - UK

Third pilot of household hydrogen heating shelved by UK government

Move suggests homes will rely on electricity for low-carbon heating well into the future

The Hindu

Power situation in Kerala under control, says Electricity Minister K. Krishnankutty

Kerala power crisis under control as peak demand drops, consumers respond positively, and rainfall brings relief, says Electricity Minister.

Latin Times

Mexican President Says Power Outages Caused By 'Exceptional' Heat Wave

Out of 32 states in Mexico, 20 experienced power outages Tuesday, as per the data received from grid operator CENACE. On Wednesday, the net national power demand was around 44.9 gigawatts (GW), slightly lower than the net generation of 45.0 GW.

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