The Latest Breaking News from Electricity

How much do Christmas lights cost to run? 5 ways to cut costs and save money this holiday season

Our energy experts break down how much your stunning seasonal displays may be costing you this Christmas

Homes & Gardens · Dec 1, 2022

Australia is on track … sort of: official expert advice urges a ‘big upward shift’ on emissions cuts

Climate change minister tells parliament official projection of 40% cut does not factor in all Labor’s policy commitments

The Guardian - AU · Dec 1, 2022

Emergency three-hour blackouts are a real possibility in Greater Manchester this winter - this is how they would impact millions of people

Russia’s war in Ukraine has led to the supply of gas and electricity becoming more uncertain - sparking concerns for the colder months ahead.

Manchester Evening News · Dec 1, 2022

British Gas to pay customers for using less electricity during peak hours

Customers who own a smart meter will be contacted and asked if they want to be part of the scheme.

Daily Record · Dec 1, 2022

British Gas to pay customers to use less electricity

The supplier becomes the latest – and the largest – to sign up to the scheme – which is run by National Grid.

The Independent UK · Dec 1, 2022

British Gas joins Octopus in paying customers to use less electricity during peak hours

British Gas has rolled out the Demand Flexibility Service which is being operated by National Grid

Chronicle Live · Dec 1, 2022

SA inquiry to scrutinise power pricing

The South Australian goverment has launched an inquiry into gas and electricity pricing amid concerns companies are making super profits.

AAP · Nov 30, 2022

Debate over energy price cap heats up

The possibility of price caps on fossil fuels has sparked concern from some state leaders as the government looks to lock down a plan to lower energy prices.

AAP · Nov 30, 2022

Turmoil widens Australia's energy divide as costs accelerate fastest for poorer households

Australia's energy crisis is widening the gulf between rich and poor households as costs accelerate much faster for consumers on low and middle incomes.

ABC News · Nov 30, 2022

Nitish Kumar makes a veiled attack on Arvind Kejriwal over free power

PATNA: Making a veiled attack on his Delhi counterpart Arvind Kejriwal on the concept of providing free electricity, Bihar CM Nitish Kumar on Wednesday said some people keep advocating to provide free electricity to consumers, but such people have no other work to do, so they keep talking about such…

The Times of India · Nov 30, 2022