The Latest Breaking News from Electricity

Vinod Khosla: AI's energy crisis has a fix — and it doesn't need the grid

The founder of Khosla Ventures says we're looking in the wrong place as AI data centers wait in a seven-year interconnection queue.

Fortune · Jun 30

Scotland generated record-breaking amount of renewable energy at start of 2026

SCOTLAND has generated a record amount of renewable electricity for the first quarter of this year, as the country continues to produce more energy…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 30

I’ve just discovered this clever hack to cool down my bedroom without using a fan — and you just need this bathroom item

Here’s how to keep your bedroom cool without a fan — and you just need this one bathroom item (no electricity required).

Tom’s Guide · Jun 30

Millions of Britons urged to submit meter readings before energy price cap rises on Wednesday

Estimated 5.3m households on standard tariffs without smart meters risk being overcharged for some of June usage

The Guardian - UK · Jun 30

Keeping cool has become Europe's latest climate class war

As Europe accelerates its green transition, the debate over air conditioning has become emblematic of a broader challenge. Climate policy is no longer judged solely by its environmental ambitions, but also by whether it can reduce emissions without deepening social inequalities.

Euronews · Jun 29

India's industrial output quickens to 5.1% in May from 4.9% in April as manufacturing, electricity drive growth

India's industrial production surged by 5.1% in May 2026, largely propelled by strong manufacturing activity despite a decrease in mining operations. This data, which utilizes a new base year of 2022-23 and refined measurement approaches, paints a clearer and more accurate picture of the country's industrial progress. The revised index…

The Economic Times · Jun 29

Kazakhstan and UAE launch construction of €1.2bn wind farm

Kazakhstan and the United Arab Emirates have broken ground on a €1.2 billion wind farm in the Zhambyl region, marking one of Central Asia's largest renewable energy projects as the Kazakhstan accelerates its transition towards cleaner energy.

Euronews · Jun 29

Philippines leads the world in rush to solar as power prices soar

SINGAPORE/MANILA - People in the Philippines are flocking ‌to install solar power on rooftops and escape the burden of soaring electricity prices, making it the world's biggest spender on solar panels since the war in Iran started.

Bangkok Post · Jun 29

New report outlines three key ways for next Labour leader to cut energy bills

THE next prime minister could make good on Labour’s General Election pledge to cut people’s energy bills through three key measures, according…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 29

Venezuela's largest refinery shutdown after power outage, sources say

Venezuela's largest Amuay refinery, a crucial fuel producer, faced a temporary shutdown due to a power outage following recent deadly earthquakes. While electricity was later restored, allowing operations to resume, the nation's energy infrastructure remains fragile. The smaller El Palito refinery and petrochemical complex are also struggling with unstable power,…

The Economic Times · Jun 29