‘How we cut our annual energy bills from £2,000 to £100’ Solar panels and batteries are helping a family slash their bills as they embrace a smarter, greener lifestyle The Guardian - UK · Oct 9
Greece is turning a former coal mine into a giant renewable-energy battery Greece is transforming former lignite mining territories in Western Macedonia into sites for renewable energy. The PPC Group has established photovoltaic installations generating a total capacity of 2,130 MW. A significant pumped storage project at the Kardia mine is set to provide 320 MW for 8 hours. Furthermore, advanced battery… The Times of India · Oct 9
France turns abandoned gravel pits into Europe’s largest floating solar farm France has turned a former gravel-quarry site in Haute-Marne into Europe’s largest floating solar farm, covering 127 hectares and carrying 135,000 photovoltaic modules. The Les Ilots Blandin project near Perthes began operating in June 2025, using quarry basins to produce renewable electricity. With a total capacity of 74.3 MW, the… The Times of India · Oct 8
How Venezuela's Simultaneous Refinery Explosion and Blackout Crisis Are Testing the U.S. Oil Deal A gas line explosion shut Venezuela's Cardón refinery as nationwide blackouts spark 4,000+ protests — putting the U.S. oil deal to its first test. Latin Times · Oct 8
Nebraska farmer leases land for wind turbine, earns up to $12,500 a year against $600 from corn A Nebraska farmer leases a 160-acre parcel for a wind turbine that occupies just one acre, leaving the remaining land available for farming. According to a 2021 NRECA case study, developer Bluestem Energy Solutions says a typical 30-year lease averages $10,000 to $12,500 annually, compared with an estimated $600 from… The Times of India · Oct 8
GE Vernova Isn’t an AI Stock. It’s the Reason AI Stocks Work. GE Vernova's sold-out gas turbines make it a key supplier of the power AI data centers need. Barchart · Oct 8
Coal demand set to plunge as the world goes electric Increasing global use of electricity is set to be a major focus at the COP31 summit in Turkey, but a report finds progress is falling short. AAP · Oct 8
In 2025, 48 solar panels went between Swiss tracks; today, 11,000 trains have passed over them In 2025, Swiss startup Sun-Ways installed 48 removable solar panels across 100 metres of active railway tracks in Buttes. More than 11,000 trains have since passed over the installation, which has generated over 16,000 kWh of electricity. The three-year pilot is testing whether unused railway space can safely produce renewable… The Times of India · Oct 7
The Economics of Electric Heavy Machinery Begin With How It Uses Its Stored Energy IDTechEx estimates that a comparable diesel machine can cost around $6,500 a year in fuel, compared with approximately $3,350 in electricity for an equivalent electric machine. International Business Times · Oct 7
Chris Rokos gets green light for 40-acre solar farm at Savernake Estate after neighbour objections Hedge fund billionaire Chris Rokos has secured Wiltshire Council approval for a 40-acre solar farm at his 4,500-acre Savernake Estate despite neighbour objections. The ground-mounted panels are expected to generate 794,600 kWh of electricity annually, supplying a significant share of the energy needs of the renovated 100-bedroom Tottenham House in… The Times of India · Oct 7
Constellation Lands a 3,590 MW Power Deal With Google. AI’s Quietest Winner May Not Stay Quiet for Long. Constellation's new 3,590 MW power deal with Google shows how its scarce nuclear fleet is turning into long-term AI-driven revenue. Barchart · Oct 7
Why Hybrids Get Better MPG In The City It sounds backwards, but hybrids can thrive in traffic. Here's how stop-and-go driving helps them save fuel. Motor1 · Oct 7
Energy price cap: the cost of your coffee could be about to go up This autumn, the cost of gas and electricity for a typical UK household is expected to rise from £1,663 to £1,723 a year. The Conversation · Oct 7
Buying an EV for the First Time? 7 Things You Should Check For a first-time EV buyer, the biggest questions are often simple ones. Where will you charge it? How far will it actually go? What happens on a long trip? And what does the battery warranty really cover? Before you book your first electric car, check these seven things. 1. Check… MyLifeXP · Oct 7
International Business Times UK · Oct 7 LA Man Launches Petition Over a $3,300 Utility Bill, Calling LADWP's Summer Rates a 'Heat Tax' A San Fernando Valley family received a reported $3,300 LADWP electricity bill after running air conditioning during intense summer heat, prompting a petition for rate relief.
The Independent UK · Oct 7 Five simple ways to keep your home warm and save money this autumn With the energy price cap increase, making your home as energy efficient as it can be will pay off in the long run
The Economic Times · Oct 7 From sleepy village to nuclear hub, Rooppur waits for Bangladesh’s power breakthrough Bangladesh is set to activate its first nuclear power plant in Rooppur, which is expected to ease electricity shortages. The project has seen significant changes in the local economy and demographics as workers from Russia arrive. While some locals express optimism about job prospects, others remain apprehensive about safety concerns.…
The Texas Tribune · Oct 6 Texas agency sues to stop release of data center records that it says could aid terrorists A lawsuit will test whether Texas officials can withhold data center location details under the state Homeland Security Act.
The Economic Times · Oct 6 As AI threatens to overload the power grid and America faces an electricity crunch, here’s what tech giants are betting on to keep the power flowing U.S. electricity consumption grew by less than 0.5% annually. Now, AI data centers, factories, robotics and wider electrification are pushing power needs higher. Nuclear energy is gaining attention because it can provide steady, low-carbon electricity at scale.
The Conversation · Oct 6 Why are new wind farms stuck in the doldrums in Australia? Renewables now contribute more than 40% of the electricity generated in Australia’s main grid. Twenty years ago, that figure was under 10%. Despite this growth, the federal target of 82% by 2030 is slipping out of reach.
International Business Times · Oct 6 Google's AI Buildout Needs More Power. It Just Locked in a Massive Additional Amount. A deal with Constellation includes 890 megawatts of new nuclear capacity from upgrades to 11 existing reactors.
The Independent UK · Oct 6 How long does it take for solar panels to pay for themselves? Our energy editor crunches the numbers to reveal typical UK payback periods
The Independent UK · Oct 6 Solar power helps Amazon communities ditch diesel and prepare for El Niño drought Off-grid solar power is spreading across Brazil’s Amazon, helping remote communities prepare for severe drought while replacing costly, polluting diesel generators
The Economic Times · Oct 6 Discoms in Delhi to offer temporary electricity connections within 24 hours in festival season Power discoms in New Delhi have initiated a 'Tatkal' service for temporary electricity connections during the festive season. This service aims to assist event organizers, including those for Durga Puja, Ramlilas, and weddings. Consumers can apply for these connections online through various platforms provided by the discoms. Arrangements have been…
The Economic Times · Oct 6 Google enters massive 3.6-GW power deal with Constellation Energy Major tech companies are racing to secure massive amounts of electricity supplies to power data centers across the US by striking unprecedented deals with the country's power companies.