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New Zealand's path to a green power future

The New Zealand Energy Strategy is starting to take shape as the Government consults on how to transition to a highly renewable electricity system, reports Marc Daalder

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Sweden criticised over plan to build at least 10 new nuclear reactors

Environmental experts say proposals are too expensive and will come too late to meet energy needs

The Guardian - UK

Future uncertain for key Tasmania to mainland power transmission link after $2bn cost blowout

Federal government in discussion with states after Marinus Link price tag increases, putting decarbonisation and energy goals at risk

The Guardian - AU

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State govt. committed to implementing five guarantees, says Minister

State govt committed to 5 guarantees promised in Assembly elections; ₹53,000 cr needed. 50 lakh women use govt buses free under Shakti scheme. 1.42 cr families enrolled for free electricity under Gruha Jyothi. BPL families get 5 kg rice & ₹170/month under Anna Bhagya. Plans to strengthen 4 transport corps,…

The Hindu

What's so super about superconductors?

Meet LK-99, the alleged room-temperature superconductor that could revolutionize technology — if it actually works

Salon

Closure of 3 Southern California power plants likely to be postponed, state energy officials decide

California energy officials have voted Wednesday to extend the life of three natural gas power plants along the state's southern coast

The Independent UK

Nat-Gas Prices Soar on U.S. Heat and Global Supply Concerns

September Nymex natural gas (NGU23 ) on Wednesday closed +0.182 (+6.55%). Nat-gas prices Wednesday extended this week's sharp rally to a 5-1/2 month high on the outlook for excessive heat in the U.S. to boost nat-gas demand from electricity providers to power air conditioning. Forecaster Maxar Technologies said near-record heat...

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Bats are avoiding solar farms and scientists aren’t sure why

As our planet continues to warm, the need for renewable energy is becoming increasingly urgent. Almost half of the UK’s electricity now comes from renewable sources. And solar accounts for one-fifth of the energy capacity installed since 2019.

The Conversation

Banana farmer to be provided ₹3.5 lakh as financial assistance

Kerala govt. to provide ₹3.5 lakh to farmer K.O. Thomas, whose banana plants were chopped down by KSEB staff. Financial aid on Chingam 1 (Aug 17) as crop was ready for harvest & farmer couldn't be notified in advance. Aid decided after discussions between Electricity & Agriculture Ministers.

The Hindu

Railway level crossing to be closed from August 10 for bridge work in Polur town

Railway LC 80 in Polur, Tiruvannamalai to close Aug 10 for construction of ₹24.66 crore ROB. Long distance buses to halt in town, but detour affects students, office-goers. Bridge will be 700m long, 12m wide, with LED lights, footpaths, steel railings, staircases. 28 electricity poles, 3 transformers relocated. Land acquisition…

The Hindu

No move to leave revamped distribution sector scheme, says Electricity Minister

K. Krishnankutty, Kerala's Electricity Minister, says no decision to exit RDSS, which includes smart energy meters. State eligible for ₹10,481.84 crore Central grant in two phases. KSEB asked to examine if it can implement project on its own. Finance Dept. examining if options affect State's eligibility for borrowings.

The Hindu

Can small modular nuclear reactors help India achieve net-zero?

The world’s quest to decarbonise itself is guided, among other things, by the U.N. Sustainable Development Goal 7. Since the world still depends on fossil fuels for 82% of its energy supply, decarbonising the power sector is critical; the share of electricity in final energy consumption will also increase by…

The Hindu

When a brain injury impairs memory, a pulse of electricity may help

A severe traumatic brain injury can make it hard to remember recent events or conversations. But a form of brain stimulation appears to ease this memory deficit.

WEKU

Nat-Gas Prices Climb on the Outlook for Above-Average Temps

September Nymex natural gas (NGU23 ) on Tuesday closed +0.052 (+1.91%). Nat-gas prices Tuesday extended Monday's sharp rally to a 5-week high on the outlook for hot temperatures in several regions of the U.S. to boost nat-gas demand from electricity providers to power air conditioning. Forecaster Maxar Technologies said above-normal...

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How to clean your turntable, vinyl records, and stylus

Turntables generate static electricity, which means they get dusty – and that's not good for a needle tracking through vinyl.

The Guardian - UK

Borthwick’s World Cup squad short on fizz and leaning on England’s past

The omission of Henry Slade tells its own story although Henry Arundell will be on hand to supply a surge of electricity

The Independent UK

New Zealand is partnering with BlackRock in aim to reach 100% renewable electricity

New Zealand’s government says it will partner with U.S. investment giant BlackRock as it aims to become one of the first nations in the world to have its electricity grid run entirely from renewable energy

Zenger

Electricity Costs Spike 800% In Texas With Extreme Weekend Temperatures

The price of electricity briefly spiked over 800% in Texas during the weekend as the South continues to be battered by this summer's extreme heat wave

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Nat-Gas Prices Surge on Forecasts for Hot Temps to Return to East Coast

September Nymex natural gas (NGU23 ) on Monday closed +0.148 (+5.74%). Nat-gas prices Monday rallied sharply to a 1-1/2 week high on the outlook for excessive heat to return to the East Coast, which will boost nat-gas demand from electricity providers to power air conditioning. Forecaster Maxar Technologies said the...

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Banana farmer to be compensated, says Electricity Minister

Banana farmer to be compensated, says Kerala Electricity Minister

Reason

Brickbat: It's Not Easy Being Green

Scottish Rural Affairs Secretary Mairi Gougeon said that since 2000, 15.7 million trees have been felled on land managed by Forestry and Land Scotland to make way for wind farms. She said that represents about 7,858 hectares (19,417 acres) of trees. The government is looking to more than double the…

The Hindu

No permission for maha dharna proposed by A.P. electricity employees’ JAC on August 8: police

Vijayawada Police Commissioner Kanthi Rana Tata warns of stern action against those who violate Section 30 of the Police Act and Section 144 of the CrPC, as no permission has been granted for the proposed 'Chalo Vidyut Soudha' and maha dharna by electricity employees' JAC on August 8.

The Hindu

Kerala University researchers develop self-powered solar cell

Researchers of Kerala University have developed a self-powered ‘visible-blind’ solar cell that has potential in generating electricity even after letting sunlight pass through and on a rainy day when the sun is hidden behind the clouds.

The Hindu

Bescom staff booked for negligence

Complaining to Bescom about an electricity supply issue left a businessman with an injured eye, a damaged computer, and a power blackout at home. The Madivala police registered a case of a negligent act endangering human life against the three Bescom emergency helpline staff on Thursday.

The Hindu

Free or not, 24x7 electricity supply is only a dream in rural areas of Karnataka

Union Power and New and Renewable Energy Minister R. K. Singh informed the Lok Sabha that the average power supply in rural Karnataka was 19.05 hours per day in the year 2022–23 whereas the average supply in urban areas was 23.82 hours (in 11 kV feeders, which are 3-phase, three-wire…

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