The Latest Breaking News from Electricity

Huge power cut hits Greater Manchester town with more than 1,000 homes affected

Residents are waking up without power

Manchester Evening News · Jun 29, 2023

Hundreds in Puerto Rico protest proposed increase in electricity bills

Hundreds of people in Puerto Rico including religious leaders, economists, teachers and retirees are protesting a proposed increase to already high electric bills that a growing number of people are struggling to pay

The Independent UK · Jun 29, 2023

GPSC plans to inject capital into Avaada Energy Private

Global Power Synergy Plc (GPSC), the power generation arm of national oil and gas conglomerate PTT Plc, plans to inject 19.1 billion rupees (8.28 billion baht) of capital into India-based Avaada Energy Private to expand its renewable energy business amid growing electricity demand in India.

Bangkok Post · Jun 28, 2023

Solar power proves its worth as heat wave grips the state

Texas has seen a boom in solar power in recent years, and experts say that’s helped the state grid weather an intense June heat wave.

The Texas Tribune · Jun 28, 2023

Martin Lewis warns anyone who pays bills by direct debit to act before Friday

If you don't take one simple step this week you could end up paying more for gas and electricity

Wales Online · Jun 28, 2023

A blistering heat wave is turning up the pressure on Texas' power grid

An unrelenting heat wave in Texas is testing the state's power grid as demand soars during a second week of triple-digit temperatures

The Independent UK · Jun 27, 2023

Right-to-charge laws bring the promise of EVs to apartments, condos and rentals

More than 3.6 million electric cars are driving around the U.S., but if you live in an apartment, finding an available charger isn’t always easy. Grocery stores and shopping centers might have a few, but charging takes time and the spaces may be taken or inconvenient.

The Conversation · Jun 27, 2023

How much does it cost to run a hot tub and is it a good choice for your family?

Make sure you know how much it costs to run a hot tub before you buy one for your family

GoodToKnow · Jun 27, 2023

Customers cash in as generator pays for breaking rules

Thousands of WA households will be given a $28 credit on their power bill after Synergy admitted to inflating wholesale prices and agreed to pay $30 million.

AAP · Jun 27, 2023

How much you could save when energy bills drop this weekend - from direct debit to prepayment

Ofgem's July price cap will be introduced on Saturday which will see the average yearly household energy bill sit at £2,074 - down from the current level of £2,500 a year

Daily Mirror · Jun 27, 2023