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Iraqi officials are defending a barter deal with Iran, say it doesn't violate US sanctions on Tehran

Iraqi officials are defending a deal inked this week to barter oil for gas with Iran, saying it does not violate U.S. sanctions on Tehran but will help alleviate a worsening electricity crisis in Iraq

The Independent UK · Jul 13, 2023

Eastern Kentucky utility seeking hefty rate increase

Kentucky Power, which provides electricity to customers in 20 eastern Kentucky counties, wants to raise its rates -- including residential rates by more than 18 percent.

WEKU · Jul 13, 2023

BCPG acquires two US power plants

SET-listed BCPG, the power generation arm of energy conglomerate Bangchak Corporation, has completed the purchase of two more gas-fired power plants in Pennsylvania for 8.9 billion baht as it continues to increase electricity generation capacity in the US.

Bangkok Post · Jul 13, 2023

Texas Wastes Renewable Energy During June Heatwave

Solar & wind input is setting records, but ERCOT's inefficient grid can't handle the full load it could deliver in an ongoing heat wave.

Texas Observer · Jul 12, 2023

KERC to hold hearing on rate revision for electricity distribution works on July 18

KERC holds public hearing on KSEB's proposal to hike electricity distribution rates. Rates for LT single-phase & three-phase service connections up to 25 kW to be revised. Hearing to be held on July 18, online/in-person attendance options available. Public can also convey opinions/suggestions via email.

The Hindu · Jul 12, 2023

Production rises 5.2%, led by infrastructure and construction goods, even as 12 of 23 manufacturing sectors report contraction

India’s industrial output picked up some pace in May to grow at a three-month high rate of 5.2% compared to 4.46% in April, with electricity generation growing 0.9% after two months of contraction. 

The Hindu · Jul 12, 2023

Stalin inaugurates housing units in Vellore

CM Stalin inaugurated 304 housing units in Bathalapalli, Vellore. Each house is 400 sq.ft with living room, bedroom, kitchen, attached washroom and facilities for electricity and water supply. State govt, Centre and beneficiaries contributed ₹7 lakh, ₹1.50 lakh and ₹2.41 lakh respectively. Sewage treatment plant, drainage, borewells, OHTs, bitumen-topped roads…

The Hindu · Jul 12, 2023

Elon Musk’s Tesla plans to launch electricity supplier in Britain

Tesla Electric seeks executive ‘with healthy scepticism of status quo’ to manage entry into UK energy market

The Guardian - UK · Jul 12, 2023

Himachal Pradesh: Incessant rain, flash floods ravage Manali

Incessant rain, which has led to flash floods and landslides, has caused significant damage in Himachal Pradesh’s Manali. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Jul 12, 2023

The Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant is a 'dirty bomb' waiting to happen – a nuclear expert explains

After the explosion at the Kakhovka Dam in Ukraine last month, many Ukrainians feared the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant could be next.

The Conversation · Jul 12, 2023