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Ovo revives interest in buying nationalised energy supplier Bulb

Gas and electricity company that pulled out of auction for Bulb last year could gazump bid by Octopus

The Guardian - UK

France sends gas to Germany, another step towards energy solidarity

Faced with a complete cut off of Russian gas supplies, European countries are relying on each other to get through the upcoming winter. In the case of France, the country has agreed to deliver gas to Germany in exchange for electricity. FRANCE 24 weighs up the stakes of this unprecedented…

France 24

Ukraine’s grid thrown out of balance after power-station attacks

Russian missile and drone attacks toppled more Ukraine power supplies on Thursday, forcing electricity grid operator Ukrenergo to prepare for rolling blackouts.

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Senator fears Ireland could see phone, broadband and electricity blackouts this winter

Senator Boylan said that “once unthinkable scenarios” surrounding mobile phone and broadband blackouts are now “a very real prospect” facing us this winter

Irish Mirror

Russian attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure prompt energy rationing

Attacks on Ukraine's critical infrastructure could leave many without electricity and heat as winter approaches.

Axios

Bolsonaro struggles to sway Brazil’s poor voters with aid

After Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro boosted welfare payments in August by 50%, many people in the Jequitinhonha Valley, one of the poorest regions of the country, felt they could once again buy some beef, keep electricity running and repair leaky roofs

The Independent UK

Dan Andrews Says The Vic Govt Will Set A 95% Renewable Energy Target If Ya Vote Labor In Again

There's also a plan to bring back the State Electricity Commission.

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Spain, Portugal eased energy prices. Can they teach the EU?

Households and businesses across Europe have struggled with high electricity prices for months, though they have fallen since late August peaks

The Independent UK

Owners of small businesses bracing for a turbulent and uncertain year

The rising cost of gas, electricity and fuel for business use is the greatest challenge for half of small business owners

Wales Online

Ukraine news - live: Putin may withdraw troops from Dnipro as Zelensky’s forces advance

It comes as Russia’s new commander concedes Moscow’s position is ‘difficult’

The Independent UK

The pizza shop giving away free hot takeaway meals to people using a foodbank

Flames Pizza in Pontardawe came up with the idea to help people struggling with the cost of living get a free hot meal they did not need to pay out on electricity or gas to cook

Wales Online

Ukraine curbs power use as Russia continues all-out assault on energy infrastructure OLD

Nationwide electricity restrictions put in place in response

The Independent UK

Defiant Ukrainians wrap up warm to face power outages

Ukrainians turned off domestic appliances, wrapped themselves in blankets to keep warm and remained defiant on Thursday as they faced the first nationwide electricity outages of the war against Russia.

Reuters

Ukraine restricts electricity usage after wave of Russian attacks

Authorities curb power usage nationwide for the first time after Russian attacks damage critical infrastructure.

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Evening Standard

Ukraine to curb electricity usage after power plants targeted by Russian strikes

Ukrainians have reportedly been urged to stock up on water and warm clothing ahead of potential power cuts

France 24

Ukraine warns of threat from Belarus, US says Iran helped Russia operate drones from Crimea

Ukraine on Thursday warned of a “growing” threat of a new Russian offensive from Belarus, after Minsk and Moscow last week announced a joint force "to defend" Belarusian borders. Washington, meanwhile, said it believes Iranian military personnel “were on the ground in Crimea” to help Russia operate the Tehran-provided “kamikaze”…

The Conversation

Victoria signals end of coal by announcing a new 95% renewable target. It's a risky but vital move

It’s the end of the line for coal in Victoria, after Victorian Premier Dan Andrews today announced plans for 95% renewables within 13 years. Until now, the industrialised state has been aiming for 50% by 2030.

Evening Standard

‘My seven steps to keeping your energy bills down’: Kunle Barker shares his top energy-saving tips

From big-budget renovations to a £20 tweak, here’s how to save energy and spend less on your household bills without reducing your quality of life

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Victorian Labor to build publicly owned renewables, revive electricity commission if re-elected

A re-elected Victorian Labor government will build new, publicly owned energy generation capacity. The party has also promised to reduce emissions by up to 80 per cent by 2035.

The Guardian - AU

Victoria set to re-enter electricity market after setting 95% renewable energy target

Daniel Andrews announces plan to revive State Electricity Commission, which was privatised in the 1990s

The Guardian - AU

Russia-Ukraine war latest: what we know on day 239 of the invasion

Ukraine to restrict electricity use; Putin declares martial law in four Ukraine provinces; Kyiv describes Moscow’s plans to resettle civilians in Kherson as ‘propaganda show’

The Guardian - AU

The Coalition is seeing red (meat) over the methane pledge – but it’s not just about burping cattle

About half of the CO2-equivalent caused by releasing methane in Australia comes from agriculture. The rest comes mainly from coalmines, oil, gas and waste

Reuters

U.S. says Iranians in Crimea helping Russia use drones against Ukraine

Washington said on Thursday it believed Iranian military staff had been deployed in Crimea to provide assistance to Russian forces using Iranian-made drones to attack Ukraine, as the West slapped sanctions on Tehran in response.

Tribune News Service

Study: Solar and wind energy saved Texas customers more than $7 billion in 2022 so far

Solar and wind energy saved Texans nearly $1 billion a month this year in electricity costs, according to a recent clean energy study from energy system analysis group IdeaSmiths LLC.

ABC News

Australian Energy Regulator calls for reform as power bills continue to rise

With a further 35 per cent increase to power prices expected next year, Australia's energy watchdog says it's time to strengthen consumer protection.

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