The Latest Breaking News from Electricity

Scottish wind farms to pay £1bn to use UK grid while southern projects get paid

CLEAN energy projects in Scotland are set to pay £1 billion to use the UK’s electricity network while projects south of the border will be paid…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 7

Tata Steel says UK plant's low-emission project facing delays in securing electricity access

Tata Steel's significant UK project for low-carbon steel production is facing delays. The company is experiencing a setback of six to eight months in its timeline. This is due to challenges in securing necessary electricity access for the new electric arc furnace.

The Economic Times · Jun 7

Scotland could double wind-generated electricity capacity without doubling land

ONSHORE wind is a well-established part of Scotland’s energy system and landscape – as of March this year, there were nearly 5000 wind turbines…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 7

Bloom Energy Stock Is Surging. Its CEO Said These Magic Words.

The AI-fueled stock surge gained fresh momentum after Bloom Energy’s management assured the company does not need to issue additional shares to fund its expansion.

Barchart · Jun 6

“AC bill too high even at 24°C?”: Expert reveals how to run air conditioner with up to 30% lower power consumption

Energy auditor says AC electricity bills can be reduced by up to 30% through a combination of simple habits, low-cost upgrades, and regular maintenance. From using a BLDC fan to monitoring energy consumption and protecting the outdoor unit from heat, he shares practical measures that could help households improve cooling…

The Economic Times · Jun 6

Inside Switzerland’s massive underground flow battery that could power 210,000 homes for a day without lithium-ion cells

Switzerland is building a massive underground energy storage facility, set to be one of the world's largest, by 2029. Utilizing advanced vanadium flow technology, it will store 2.1 GWh of renewable electricity, capable of powering 210,000 homes daily. This strategic project aims to stabilize European power grids and support a…

The Economic Times · Jun 6

Fossil fuel imports have dropped across the EU since war on Iran - except in these three countries

While the EU has responded to the latest fossil fuel crisis by limiting fossil fuel imports, a trio of states have “deepened their exposure by increasing them".

Euronews · Jun 6

England and Scotland World Cup games set to trigger huge power surge

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The Independent UK · Jun 6

British World Cup power surge: Electricity spikes expected during England, Scotland matches

British energy officials say England and Scotland’s group games at the World Cup could start a national electricity spike equivalent to the combined power needed for the northern England city of Leeds and Glasgow

The Independent UK · Jun 6

Energy companies working ‘around the clock’ to meet demand during England and Scotland World Cup games

Energy suppliers are preparing for peaks of electricity demand as swathes of people across the UK settle in at home or head to venues to watch the tournament

The Independent UK · Jun 5