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Data centers now account for half of all new U.S. electricity use, just as Americans start to sour on AI

Data centers—like the AI models being trained in them—have become a political flash point.

Fortune

Why The APR1400 Nuclear Reactor Is an Answer for American Energy

The International Energy Agency has projected that global data center electricity consumption will more than double by 2030, with the United States accounting for the largest share of that growth.

International Business Times

Ed Miliband to double down on net zero with measures to combat Iran energy shock

As fossil fuel prices soar ‘the era of clean energy security must come of age’, energy secretary will say

The Guardian - UK

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Plug-in solar panels will soon be available in the UK — this is everything we know about how they work

This is everything we know about about the game-changing solar panels that will soon be available in the UK

Ideal Home

Too hot for solar and too much wind for turbines: Can renewables withstand our worsening climate?

Renewables have been touted as the silver bullet to tackling climate change, but can they withstand our warming planet?

Euronews

Rachel Reeves to raise windfall tax on low-carbon electricity generators

Chancellor aims to curb households’ rising bills as she consults on reforms to weaken link between gas and electricity prices

The Guardian - UK

Oil price plummets as Iran declares Hormuz open

‘For stock and bond market bulls around the world, this is the perfect end to the week,’ said Kathleen Brooks, research director at XTB.

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Want to cut your energy bills? Here’s how five experts are doing it

Rising prices are putting pressure on people to try and use less energy. But what are the most effective ways of cutting bills? We asked five experts for their practical advice.

The Conversation

Some American farmers bet on solar. Then Trump changed the rules

Farmers in the U.S. operate on the thinnest of margins, and some have looked to renewable energy as a way to cut costs on electricity

The Independent UK

'Works in the dark': Scientists transform balsa wood into a solar material that stores heat and generates power 24/7

Scientists engineered balsa wood to absorb sunlight, store heat, and generate electricity in darkness using nanoscale materials and phase change technology.

TechRadar

Reeves vows to break link between cost of gas and electricity prices in boost for UK households

“When gas prices are high, we end up paying more for our electricity, even though the cost of producing it doesn’t change,” the Chancellor said

The Independent UK

Why drilling in the North Sea won’t bring down UK energy prices

Trump, Farage, the Tories and the right-wing press are all calling for it, but here's why experts say extracting oil and gas from the North Sea can't bring down UK energy prices

The Independent UK

Ignoring Rate Changes on Your Utility Bill Can Cost You $480 a Year

Rate hikes on your utility bill often go unnoticed. Here’s how ignoring them can drain as much as $480 from your budget each year.

GOBankingRates

South Africans want solar power but they worry panels will be stolen – study

South Africa would seem like the perfect place for widespread uptake of solar energy.

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Euronews

EU to slash power bills by cutting taxes and grid costs

The Commission's draft proposal to change energy taxation risks being politically sensitive as several EU countries have limited fiscal space. Environmental groups urge Brussels to propose a windfall profit tax to help EU capitals deal with soaring energy prices.

The Guardian - UK

Thursday briefing: What it will take for Britain to break up with natural gas

In today’s newsletter: The economic fortunes of the UK are intertwined with the price of the costly fuel – so why are we so slow to ditch it?

Euronews

Iran war sparks EU proposal to reduce tax on electricity and encourage green transition

Electricity is taxed far higher than fossil fuels. Could a new EU proposal finally reverse this?

The Guardian - AU

How South Korea plans to use the Iran crisis to spur a renewables revolution

Energy crisis unfolding in Middle East has added political urgency, and more funding, to transform South Korea’s solar industry

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The Guardian - UK

Drax claimed record £999m in subsidies for burning trees in 2025, thinktank says

Company has received about £8.7bn in renewable energy subsidies since 2012, despite claims wood pellets are not sourced sustainably

The Independent UK

Rachel Reeves slashes bills for thousands of businesses as Iran war sparks rising costs

Rachel Reeves has recently stepped up criticism of US-Israeli military action in Iran

Evening Standard

Chancellor cuts bills for thousands more firms as she continues Washington talks

Rachel Reeves has stepped up criticism of US-Israeli military action in Iran.

Evening Standard

Chancellor to cut electricity bills for thousands more UK firms

Rachel Reeves announced the action to support firms after warning over the lingering impact of the Iran war.

Everybody Loves Your Money

10 States Where Electricity Bills Are Sky-High in 2026—Is Yours on the List?

Electricity bills don’t just creep up anymore—they hit like a surprise punch to the wallet. Across the country, households are opening monthly statements and doing double takes as energy costs climb higher than expected. Between rising fuel prices, aging infrastructure, and extreme weather pushing grids to their limits, 2026 has…

The Times of India

British households to get free electricity for weekend laundry under new scheme

What if weekends became a time for home energy freedom? UK's National Energy System Operator is drafting an exciting proposal that could give smart meter users free electricity on weekends! This forward-thinking initiative encourages us to embrace off-peak periods, optimizing our energy consumption while blending sustainability into our daily lives.…

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Pakistan Considers Scheduled Evening Power Cuts Amid Rising Energy Costs

Pakistan is reportedly exploring a plan to introduce scheduled power outages for a few hours each evening, as authorities grapple with rising energy costs and increasing demand. According to a recent Bloomberg report, the proposed measure would involve planned electricity cuts of around two hours during peak usage periods, typically…

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