The Latest Breaking News from Electricity

Electricity gap: the Nigerian solar battery taking clean energy off grid

Tens of millions of people across the globe still lack basic access to electricity, affecting lives and livelihoods on a vast scale – but University of Toronto graduate Olugbenga Olubanjo is on a mission to change that

The Guardian - UK · Oct 14, 2022

Electricity expert says adding €3 item to your dryer could save you 20% on bills

"Tumble dryers typically use about a euro an hour when they're on"

Irish Mirror · Oct 14, 2022

'Water batteries' could store solar and wind power for when it's needed

San Diego has an ambitious plan to store renewable energy, using extra solar power to pump water up a mountain. This old-style "water battery" technology could be set for a revival.

WEKU · Oct 14, 2022

Energy trade body criticises Jacob Rees-Mogg’s ‘sudden’ announcement of windfall tax on renewables

Lord Hutton said government had shaken investor confidence in sector

The Independent UK · Oct 13, 2022

Greece says its entire electrical grid ran on 100% renewables for the first time

Renewable energy sources covered Greece's electricity demands for about five hours last Friday, the operator of the country's power grid said.

WEKU · Oct 13, 2022

Newry and Mourne Council Christmas lights budget raises energy price concerns

"I can only hope that once the bill comes in from the Christmas period, that we are not looking for tens of thousands more as we are in uncertain times"

Belfast Live · Oct 13, 2022

Cost of living payment: when the £400 energy discount will be handed to renters

The £400 energy rebate intended to help people through the cost of living crisis will be delivered to private tenants and park home residents by end of the year

Edinburgh Live · Oct 13, 2022

Russian border regions say Ukraine shelled buildings, disrupted power supply

Authorities in two Russian regions near the Ukrainian border said on Thursday they had been shelled by Ukraine, damaging buildings and disrupting electricity supplies.

Reuters · Oct 13, 2022

Ofgem to offer the public advice on how to reduce energy and slash bills this 'tough' winter

Ofgem, the government regulator for electricity and gas, will be launching a public information campaign to help consumers access information that could help decrease energy usage and bills

Wales Online · Oct 13, 2022

Electricity credit Ireland: Exact date €200 energy rebate will be paid confirmed by Eamon Ryan

Every household in Ireland will receive €200 off energy bills in just two and a half weeks time

Irish Mirror · Oct 13, 2022