The Latest Breaking News from Electricity

Coal power falls in India and China for first time in decades amid record clean energy growth

The shift, driven by record installations and softer demand growth, could mark a turning point for the world’s two biggest coal users

The Independent UK · Jan 13

Should You Buy VST Stock in January 2026 as Vistra Strikes a Major Nuclear Deal with Meta Platforms?

Meta has joined hands with the diversified electricity company, among others, to build its AI supercluster in New Albany, Ohio.

Barchart · Jan 12

Data Centers Use Lots of Electricity. This Bill Would Let Them Go Off the Grid.

The DATA Act, introduced by Sen. Tom Cotton, would exempt electrical utilities from federal regulation if they don't touch the electrical grid.

Reason · Jan 12

This $2,000 Bitcoin mining water heater can pay for itself by slashing your energy bills, company claims — can rake in $1,000 a year in BTC, offset 80% of electricity and water costs

Superheat was at CES 2026 to showcase what it describes as “a water heater that pays for itself.” Instead of a resistive heating element, it warms your H2O with heat generated by a Bitcoin ASIC miner.

Tom’s Hardware · Jan 10

Dark, freezing and depressed: More than a million Ukrainians struggling without heat or water after Russian attacks

IN FOCUS: With temperatures as low as -15C in some parts of Ukraine, vulnerable residents tell Alex Croft that life under Russian assault is as difficult as ever

The Independent UK · Jan 10

8 Ways Fixed-Income Households Are Managing Rising Energy Costs

As we move through a particularly cold January 2026, many retirees are finding that their winter utility bills are higher than ever. With residential electricity...

Saving Advice · Jan 9

Utility Shutoff Policies Are Changing in Several Midwestern States

As the heart of winter settles over the central United States, many residents are finding that the rules governing their heat and electricity have shifted....

Saving Advice · Jan 9

Here’s What It Costs Monthly To Charge a Tesla vs. a Kia EV6

Here's a closer look at how the two models compare when it comes to charging.

GOBankingRates · Jan 9

5 Ways Trump’s Energy Policies Could Impact Your Monthly Budget

President Trump's energy policies can have a definitive impact on your monthly spending budget. Read on to find out how.

GOBankingRates · Jan 9

Ukraine-Russia war latest: UK announces Project Nightfall to provide Kyiv with new missiles

UK vows to arm Ukrainians with advanced weapons after Putin's hypersonic missile strike on Lviv

The Independent UK · Jan 9