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93F and no electricity: why some US utilities can cut power despite heatwaves

In 27 states, utilities can disconnect power for non-payment on the hottest days, which can have deadly consequences

The Guardian - US · Sep 25, 2024

Mexico’s datacentre industry is booming – but are more drought and blackouts the price communities must pay?

Many fear the arrival of tech giants such as Amazon and Google in the state of Querétaro will place too much of a strain on scarce water and electricity resources

The Guardian - UK · Sep 25, 2024

At 2.7%, Australian inflation is back within the RBA zone. Here’s why that matters

A closely watched measure of Australian inflation dived in the month of August, plunging from 3.5% in July to just 2.7%.

The Conversation · Sep 25, 2024

From waste to power: how floating solar panels on wastewater ponds could help solve NZ’s electricity security crisis

Wastewater ponds may seem an unlikely place to look for solutions to New Zealand’s electricity security crisis. But their underutilised surfaces could help tackle two problems at once – high power prices and algal growth.

The Conversation · Sep 24, 2024

Powering Africa: new model compares options for off-grid solar in 43 countries

Sub-Saharan Africa, home to 80% of the global population without electricity access, is unlikely to reach the United Nations’ goal of access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all by 2030.

The Conversation · Sep 23, 2024

“Germany Struggles To Find Reliable Alternatives To Fossil Fuels” – Former Top EU Energy Policy Official

Professor Em. Samuel Furfari analyzes energy transition and challenges facing Germany.

Zenger · Sep 23, 2024

Residents flee as Russian troops close in on Ukrainian village of Pokrovsk

Russian forces have been intensifying their attacks on the approach to the town of Pokrovsk in the Donbas, which used to be a key logistical hub far back from the front, crucial for supplying Ukrainian troops and towns in the east. But now, water, electricity and gas supplies have been…

France 24 · Sep 23, 2024

Pylons v property: power line in Scotland caused divisions but did house price fears materialise?

Beauly-Denny overhead project may serve as preview to Britain’s energy network plans

The Guardian - UK · Sep 23, 2024

Scientists uncover why petting your cat can be shocking

After centuries, researchers have an answer for how rubbing a surface — say for example, a loved kitty — creates electrical current

The Independent UK · Sep 22, 2024

Nat-Gas Prices Supported by Hot US Temps and Tropical Storm Concerns

October Nymex natural gas (NGV24 ) on Friday closed up by +0.086 (+3.66%). Oct nat-gas prices Friday rallied to a 2-1/2 month high on the outlook for warmer US temperatures that will boost nat-gas demand from electricity providers to run air conditioning. NatGasWeather said warmer-than-normal temperatures are expected across most...

Barchart · Sep 20, 2024