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Solar car parks could cut electricity bills by €32,00 a year. Why is Europe so resistant?

Solar car parks are popping up across Europe, but not every country seems to think they’re a smart investment.

Euronews

Tata Steel UK expects electricity access for EAF project by 2029: CEO Narendran

Tata Steel UK's new electric arc furnace project is on track for completion by 2028. The company anticipates securing electricity access for the facility by 2029. Discussions are ongoing with National Grid to potentially start power supply earlier. This project aims to drastically reduce site-level CO2 emissions. The low-carbon EAF…

The Economic Times

‘Plug-in batteries are the real game-changer’: I talked to Octopus Energy and Anker about the home energy revolution than could soon be 'bigger than solar' for millions

Could plug-in home batteries soon eclipse plug-in solar for home energy savings? I spoke to Anker, Octopus Energy, EcoFlow and WindFall Energy to find out.

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‘Not in my basement’: Why has Germany been so slow to adopt smart meters and what’s it costing?

Only around five per cent of German households have a smart meter – compared to almost universal rollout in many other EU nations.

Euronews

Texas lawmakers want to halt plan to build high-voltage transmission lines across the state

Amid a backlash, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and a chorus of state senators said the the state's plan for building new high-voltage transmission lines needs to be changed as the oil and gas industry faces an electricity shortage.

The Texas Tribune

Dominion Energy Says AI Boom Is Fueling Unprecedented Power Demand Across Virginia

Dominion Energy Inc. (NYSE:D) reported better-than-expected second-quarter results on Friday and reaffirmed its full-year 2026 earnings guidance as electricity demand and data center growth continued to support its outlook.

Benzinga

A heat pump could soon be cheaper than replacing your oil boiler – an expert explains

A £9,000 grant could make replacing an oil boiler with a heat pump cheaper than installing another oil-fired system

The Independent UK

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EU considers emergency meeting as nuclear shutdown leaves Hungary facing energy crisis

Hungarian PM Péter Magyar has warned of an energy crisis after record-low Danube water levels forced the shutdown of the Paks nuclear plant, which supplies nearly half the country's power.

Euronews

Bright spark or low-power? Find out how much you know about renewables – quiz

Do you know your solar panels from your wind turbines? Test your knowledge in our renewable energy quiz

The Guardian - UK

After a study explored covering 4,000 miles of California's canals with solar panels, a 1.6-megawatt pilot was completed in 2026

California is exploring solar panels over its extensive canal network. This initiative aims to reduce water evaporation and generate renewable electricity simultaneously. A pilot project called Project Nexus is currently evaluating this innovative approach. The study suggests significant water savings and electricity production potential. This technology offers a dual benefit…

The Times of India

The Netherlands built the world's first power plant where salt water meets fresh water to generate electricity, hidden inside a small blue building

Halfway along the Afsluitdijk, the 20-mile dam that has separated the salty Wadden Sea from the freshwater IJsselmeer since 1932, sits a small blue building that most drivers passing over the dam never notice. Since November 26, 2014, when King Willem-Alexander switched it on, this building has housed the world's…

The Times of India

Africa's off-grid solar sector courts mainstream investors with landmark financing deals

Landmark fundraising deals by two of Africa’s largest off-grid solar companies are raising hopes that private capital markets could become a major source of funding to help bring electricity to millions of homes lacking access to reliable power

The Independent UK

Data centres are power hungry – but they don’t have to be a burden on NZ’s grid

The artificial intelligence boom is driving a global expansion in data centres – and with it, public debate over their heavy demand for power, water and land.

The Conversation

Project aims to unify EV charging bases

Thailand is moving to unify its electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, with the Energy Policy and Planning Office (Eppo) spearheading a nationwide effort to bring charging station operators under a single standard, simplifying services for motorists.

Bangkok Post

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The Economic Times

It’s cool, calm, collecting: Why data centres won’t cripple consumer availability of water and power

Global tech giants are investing billions in Indian data centers for digital sovereignty. These facilities are essential for India's national security and AI race. Environmental concerns about resource consumption are being addressed by new technologies. Hyperscalers are adopting innovative cooling methods to reduce water and energy use. India can achieve…

The Independent UK

The UK shops that could sell plug-in solar panels

Plug-in solar panels will become legal in Great Britain from 27 August, but retailers have yet to confirm when compliant products will go on sale

MarketBeat

Powering Up: NextEra and Brookfield Build an Off-Grid Empire

NextEra Energy and Brookfield are using dedicated power for a Kentucky AI campus as grid limits and data center moratoriums lift utilities’ leverage.

TechRadar

Why access to power will determine the winners and losers in the AI race

As AI demand surges, electricity availability becomes a critical factor shaping data center growth worldwide.

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Why are people putting a ball of aluminium foil in the washing machine? The surprising reason behind the viral laundry hack

A viral laundry hack involves using aluminium foil balls to reduce static cling. These crumpled foil balls help discharge static electricity which builds up during drying cycles. While effective for static, they do not replace fabric softeners for scent or softness. Users should ensure foil balls are smooth and check…

The Economic Times

In 1985, US generated over six times more electricity than China. By 2025, Dragon was producing more power than US, EU & India combined

China now generates more electricity than the United States and the European Union combined, marking a dramatic shift after decades of rapid industrialisation and economic growth. Despite massive investments in renewable energy, coal remains the country's largest source of electricity. At the same time, China is expanding its renewable and…

The Times of India

Germany’s wind and solar generated 225 TWh in 2025, beating fossil fuels for the first time after two decades of its energy transition

Germany achieved a remarkable feat in 2025, as wind and solar power collectively produced more electricity than fossil fuels. This significant milestone highlights the nation's commitment to transitioning towards renewable energy, which now comprises forty-four percent of its electricity generation. Furthermore, the European Union experienced a similar breakthrough, with renewables…

Euronews

Spain inflation rises to 3.5% in July on fuel and electricity prices

Rising fuel and electricity prices push inflation up to 3.5% in July, while core inflation also edges up by 0.1 points.

The Economic Times

NLC India arm NIRL to set up 900 MW solar power project

NLC India's subsidiary NIRL has received an order for a 900 MW solar power project. This significant project was awarded through a competitive bidding process by Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam. The electricity generated will be procured by GUVNL, supporting green energy initiatives. NIRL, established in 2023, manages NLC India's green…

TechRadar

‘Three to five years is a realistic payback period’ — plug-in solar panels will be legal next month, but what do they cost, who can fit them, and is your home even suitable? We asked the experts

Industry experts answer the important questions — how much does plug-in solar cost, who can install it, and how much money can it save you?

Bangkok Post

Crisis-hit Cuba opens pharmacies, gas stations to private firms

HAVANA - Cuba moved to open crisis-ravaged parts of the state-run economy to private firms Wednesday, as the communist government struggles to ease acute shortages resulting from a US energy blockade.

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