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Record number of Britons heading into winter with energy debt, says charity

Number seeking help with debts in first half of 2023 up 17% compared with last year, says Citizens Advice

The Guardian - UK

Solar and windfarm investment is drying up – and Australia needs a wake-up call on the future of the electricity grid

The energy transition is a race and what’s needed are policies that will drag large-scale renewable power into the system faster

The Guardian - AU

Nat-Gas Prices Fall on Forecasts for Cooler U.S. Temps

September Nymex natural gas (NGU23 ) on Wednesday closed -0.063 (-2.46%). Nat-gas prices Wednesday extended Tuesday's losses to a 2-1/2 week low on forecasts for cooler U.S. temperatures to reduce nat-gas demand from electricity providers to power air conditioning. Forecaster Atmospheric G2 said starting next week, at least two cold...

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Reduce electricity use to avoid restrictions, Kerala State Electricity Board tells consumers

KSEB urges consumers to reduce electricity usage during evening hours to avoid power restrictions due to decreased supply from CGS. KSEB is procuring costly power through exchanges and is in process of arranging short/medium-term contracts. Bids floated for 200 MW, eyeing 500 MW through swap and 500 MW round-the-clock supply…

The Hindu

Australia urgently needs a grid upgrade – but the march of new power lines faces a bush revolt

Landowners – including many who support the shift to renewable energy – fear proposed lines will devalue properties and destroy ecosystems

The Guardian - AU

Urgent need to build more electricity pylons in Scotland, says trade body

SCOTLAND urgently needs to build more electricity pylons, power lines and substations if it is to meet renewable energy targets, according to a…

The National (Scotland)

Forecasts for Cooler U.S. Temps Undercut Nat-Gas Prices

September Nymex natural gas (NGU23 ) on Tuesday closed -0.072 (-2.74%). Nat-gas prices Tuesday posted sharp losses on the outlook for cooler weather to cover two-thirds of the eastern U.S. by next week, curbing nat-gas demand from electricity providers to power air conditioning. Forecaster Atmospheric G2 said below-normal temperatures are...

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New Jersey community loses electricity after bird drops fish on to power lines

Fish fell from osprey’s grip and landed on transformer in Sayreville, New Jersey, causing about 2,000 to lose power

The Guardian - US

Nat-Gas Prices Jump as Sweltering Temps Grip the Central U.S.

September Nymex natural gas (NGU23 ) on Monday closed +0.081 (+3.18%). Nat-gas prices Monday moved sharply higher on the outlook for excessive heat in the U.S. to boost nat-gas demand from electricity providers to power air conditioning. EBW Analytics Group said well above normal temperatures are expected across the central...

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Power crisis: State Electricity Regulatory Commission extends interim arrangement till December 31

Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission (KSERC) extends interim arrangement till Dec 31 for KSEB to procure power from 4 unapproved DBFOO contracts to avert crisis in supply. KSERC aware of critical power situation due to monsoon failure & KSEB likely to take some more weeks to finalise medium-term tender. KSERC's…

The Hindu

Bhupinder Hooda says he will scrap Haryana Government’s flagship programmes if voted to power

Former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Hooda promises to scrap Parivar Pehchan Patra, double old-age pension, provide 300 units of free electricity and two lakh permanent jobs if Congress returns to power. He also pledges to give gas cylinders for Rs.500, plots of 100 yards to SC/BCs, cheaper loans to artisans,…

The Hindu

Is it worth investing in a battery for your rooftop solar? Here's what buyers need to know (but often can't find out)

Recent electricity price increases of 20–30% have hit households hard. Some are installing rooftop solar systems and batteries to reduce or even end their reliance on energy providers.

The Conversation

State power grid operator calls on Texans to conserve energy late Sunday

ERCOT asked energy customers to reduce their electricity use from 7 to 10 p.m. Sunday, the third conservation request this year and the second in three days as punishing summer heat continues.

The Texas Tribune

5 tips for getting off gas at home – for a cleaner, cheaper, healthier all-electric future

Burning gas in our homes to cook food or heat air and water has become a contentious issue. Gas is an expensive, polluting fossil fuel, and there’s mounting evidence to suggest it’s also bad for our health.

The Conversation

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The Future of Clean Energy Could Be Beamed Down from Space

The idea has been around for decades, but space-based solar power is closer to reality now than ever, and could alleviate some pollution.

The Hindu

23,244 consumers benefit from Gruha Jyothi in Yadgir in July

As many as 23,244 consumers received benefits under Gruha Jyothi scheme in July in Yadgir district as they received zero-value electricity bills for the month.

The Hindu

AAP announced 10 poll promises for Chhattisgarh, including unemployment allowance and free electricity

AAP unveils 10 poll guarantees for Chhattisgarh, including ₹1,000 for select women, ₹3,000 unemployment allowance, free electricity and ₹1cr for families of security personnel who die on duty. Kejriwal takes dig at Congress government and claims Delhi's schools better. INDIA bloc dynamics allow BJP to question AAP's credentials.

The Hindu

KSEB wants interim arrangement to continue to avert power crisis

A beleaguered Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) has sought the Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission’s nod to continue buying power from three generation companies under ‘‘unapproved’‘ purchase contracts to fend off a power crisis

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Nat-Gas Prices Drop on Ample Supplies and Moderating U.S. Temps

September Nymex natural gas (NGU23 ) on Friday closed -0.070 (-2.67%). Nat-gas prices Friday dropped to a 2-week low and closed moderately lower. Ample U.S. nat-gas supplies and forecasts for cooler U.S. weather that will curb nat-gas demand from electricity providers to power air conditioning weighed on prices. U.S. nat-gas...

The Hindu

Our family does not have a history of resorting to murders for political gain, says Chandrababu Naidu

N. Chandrababu Naidu, AMALAPURAMTDP national president, alleged Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy's role in the murder of his uncle Y.S. Vivekananda Reddy. He promised to reduce electricity charges if TDP is voted to power in 2024 and to set up 'Work From Home' centres in small towns. He also…

The Times of India

After solar pact, AAP slams previous govts in Punjab over costly power

CHANDIGARH: After signing a 1,200 MW solar power agreement, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has slammed the Shiromani Akali Dal-BJP and accused them of deliberately buying expensive electricity from 2007-2017.

The Times of India

HERC organizes silver jubilee conclave, CM Manohar Lal Khattar pats regulator, utilities

CHANDIGARH: Haryana chief minister Manohar Lal Khattar lauded the efforts of the power utilities and Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission (HERC) on the account of power reforms as well as revenue generation from power in the state.

The Guardian - UK

Ofgem energy price cap predicted to fall to £1,823 a year

Bills likely to rise again from January and consumer groups say energy costs remain ‘dangerously high’

The Conversation

Rising temperatures mean more air conditioning which means more electricity is needed – rooftop solar is a perfect fit

On June 12 this year, the UK’s last remaining coal-fired power station was awoken from a 46-day slumber to meet demand for electricity to run air-conditioning units.

The Conversation

Why Indonesia needs a long-term plan beyond subsidies to electrify its transport

Sales of electric vehicles in Indonesia grew by an astonishing 680% in May 2023 compared to the year before, following the recent implementation of government subsidies.

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