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South Africa’s climate battle: mining district exposes gaps in emissions control

In South Africa, the new 2024 Climate Change Act requires local governments to plan responses to global warming. These local authorities should find ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions where possible, such as from their bus services, and reduce their use of electricity that is produced by burning coal. They…

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Winter Highway Range Test Compares Three New Electric Luxury SUVs

Cold temperatures make EVs use more electricity, which can reduce their range by as much as 50% in some cases. Even the newest models, like the Audi Q6 E-Tron, Porsche Macan EV and Polestar 3, which feature the latest advancements in battery chemistry and thermal management, are at their least…

InsideEVs

Thousands in UK without power and train services disrupted after Storm Darragh

As many as 66,000 people still without electricity after gusts up to 90mph brought down power lines

The Guardian - UK

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UK ‘needs to play catch-up’ in global race to rewire electricity grids

For every £1 spent on renewable energy projects, only 25p was invested in connecting them to grid, report finds

The Guardian - UK

The CSIRO pours cold water on the Coalition’s nuclear claims in a new report. Here’s how

Peter Dutton dismisses the latest analysis from the national science agency. Here’s what it says about energy costs – and the opposition’s criticism

The Guardian - AU

Around 55,000 properties in Ireland without power following Storm Darragh

Almost 400,000 customers were without electricity at the peak of the storm.

Evening Standard

CSIRO refutes Coalition case nuclear is cheaper than renewable energy due to operating life

National science agency dismisses argument nuclear’s economics have not been adequately considered in new draft report

The Guardian - AU

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Panasonic breathes new renewable energy life into Cardiff factory

Panasonic's Cardiff factory has been transformed into a new renewable ‘proof-of-concept’ hydrogen fuel cell facility.

TechRadar

Could typing on your laptop help charge it as well? Scientists develop material that generates electricity when compressed

New environmentally friendly polymer film converts mechanical energy into electricity.

TechRadar

"They've made their intentions clear": Kejriwal 'cautions' voters against BJP as poster row intensifies

The former Delhi Chief Minister alleged that if BJP comes to power, Delhi will again undergo long power cuts, exorbitant electricity bills and all benefits such as free bus rides for women will be stopped. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Fact check: Many wind power auctions set prices below the current market price

Wind farms sign a contract which guarantees them a set price for every unit of electricity they produce.

Evening Standard

Cuba restores power grid and resumes planned blackouts of 5 hours a day

After a nationwide blackout left millions without electricity for several hours in Cuba, the power grid has been restored, authorities said, adding that scheduled power outages will now resume

The Independent UK

Chevrolet Equinox EV: How Much Does It Cost To Charge It?

Chevrolet hit a home run with the Equinox EV, providing perhaps the ultimate range per dollar value on the EV market. The FWD version offers a substantial 319 miles of EV range. With the new LT trim hitting dealers, the Equinox EV FWD starts at just $33,600 — before the…

InsideEVs

Electric car chargers and charging your EV on the road: all you need to know in 2025

Your complete guide to everything you need to know about charging your electric car in 2025.

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The Conversation

Smart windows could be the next big thing in renewable heating

World energy demand is continuing to soar as cities grow, technology advances and industries develop. Buildings make up about 30%-40% of the total – even more than industry or transport. This comes largely from heating, cooling and ventilation systems, with air conditioning especially energy-hungry.

The Conversation

Why do I get static shocks from everyday objects? Is it my shoes?

Door handles, taps, playground slides, furry pets… Getting zapped by static electricity is a common experience. But the physics that causes the spark is surprisingly intricate.

The Guardian - UK

Four of UK’s oldest nuclear plants to run for even longer as Hinkley Point delayed

EDF extends life of reactors to ‘boost energy security’ and bridge gap before new Somerset project starts up

Evening Standard

Four of UK’s five nuclear power stations to be extended beyond planned closure

Operator EDF said it would keep the sites open for longer to help maintain electricity supply over the coming years.

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AI is having its "We need more power, Scotty" moment

AI's energy consumption is growing, but demand for more power is also coming from manufacturing and electric cars.

The Guardian - AU

Australian homes to be cooled this summer by more renewable energy and battery projects, Aemo says

But it warns of shortfalls if high demand periods – like heatwaves – happen during unplanned outages

Evening Standard

Grangemouth workers have ‘sought-after skills’ for power grid work, firm says

ScottishPower is looking to recruit 1,000 people in 2025 as part of a ‘massive’ investment in Scotland’s electricity networks.

The Guardian - AU

South Australia, Victoria, Queensland and NSW could experience blackouts from too much solar power, Aemo warns

Aemo says it does not want to ‘directly control people’s rooftop solar’ but it may be necessary to reduce or cut off power gleaned from the sun

AAP

Warnings of blackouts as rural workers go on strike

Electricity workers are preparing to walk off the job as a pay dispute, simmers, with regional residents warned of potential blackouts at the start of summer.

The Guardian - UK

Former Tesco boss wants to send power from Morocco to Great Britain using subsea cable

Dave Lewis says the near-constant stream of clean electricity could supply the grid as early as 2030

The Guardian - AU

‘Toss of coin’ for Australian grid to get through summer without major outage, expert warns

As election looms, Albanese government will be hoping the national electricity market does not buckle and black out in next three months

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