The Latest Breaking News from Electricity

UK faces periods of ‘tight’ electricity supply this winter amid Russia war in Ukraine

Prices soaring due to uncertainty over supply

The Independent UK · Jul 28, 2022

Power deficit comes down from 2% in April to 0.6% in June

Power Minister R.K. Singh informed the Parliament that electricity supply grew 12.8% in April 2022, as compared to the year-ago month, across India.

The Hindu · Jul 28, 2022

Liverpool council chief criticised in long awaited energy failure report

Independent investigation critical of ex-chief executive and highlights 'significant failings' that will cost city millions

Liverpool Echo · Jul 28, 2022

Andhra Pradesh officials promise electricity to tribal hilltop village

Residents of Jeelugulova seek jobs under MGNREGS and Aadhaar cards

The Hindu · Jul 28, 2022

Power supplies could be 'tight' at times this winter, electricity body says

But The Electricity System Operator (ESO) believes it should be able to keep the lights on

Wales Online · Jul 27, 2022

National Grid asks UK coal power plants to be on standby this winter

Users may also be paid to use less electricity, as country prepares for gas shortfalls across Europe

The Guardian - UK · Jul 27, 2022

Global coal-fired power supplies at a record high

Global coal-fired electricity generators are producing more power than ever before in response to booming electricity demand and the surging price of gas.

Bangkok Post · Jul 27, 2022

Despite Australia’s soaring inflation rate, some economists say the peak may be ‘coming into view’

Analysis: Inflation optimists look to falling global supply chain pressures but spiking energy prices suggest we haven’t reached a plateau yet

The Guardian - AU · Jul 27, 2022

Government £400 energy rebate simplified to offer more guidance on how it works

They are set to apply a £400 rebate to all domestic energy bills

Nottingham Post · Jul 27, 2022

How costly political realities undercut Ghana's electricity reforms

Ghana reformed its electricity sector by the book but has lurched from blackouts between 2012 and 2015 to a glut of energy which costs government about 5% of GDP. Fitch ranks the energy sector as the biggest driver of national debt. How did this happen? It’s a classic case of…

The Conversation · Jul 27, 2022