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Climate proposals withered at the Texas Capitol this year

Proposals to improve energy efficiency failed. Bills that sought to limit greenhouse gas emissions in Texas were ignored, and legislation to block cities from taking action on climate change passed.

The Texas Tribune

Think of solar panels more like apple trees – we need a fairer approach for what we use and sell

As we race to decarbonise by electrifying everything, solar panels – now cheaper per square metre than marine-grade plywood – will do much of the heavy lifting. But if we don’t rethink how our rooftop panels plug into the grid, the transition will be unfair and costly – for both…

The Conversation

Bramcote residents angered as greenbelt land set to be lost for project that 'won't be nice to look at'

Two battery storage facilities, which would store electricity to support the National Grid in balancing electricity supply and demand, could be built on farmland off Common Lane, Bramcote

Nottingham Post

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Southern China swelters, power grids struggle under 'relentless' heatwaves

Heatwaves tormenting parts of southern and eastern China are set to persist through June, putting power grids under strain as air conditioners are turned on full blast at homes, offices and factories in mega-cities like Shanghai and Shenzhen.

Reuters

New Outlander Season 7 Scene Reveals Jamie Telling Claire About A Dream, And I'm Flashing Back To The Pilot

Could this scene from Outlander Season 7 have a connection to the pilot, or am I flashing back because of a total coincidence?

Cinemablend

Power bill charges for households for first 100 units waived in Rajasthan

The announcement for free electricity up to 100 units was made in the 2023-24 State Budget.

The Hindu

Solar feed-in tariffs are plummeting across Australia as power prices rocket. Here's why

Rocketing power prices have reignited interest in rooftop solar, but are low feed-in tariffs discouraging people from taking the plunge?

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57% of power generated will be via renewable sources by 2027: Central Electricity Authority

Independent experts told The Hindu that the NEP’s targets were “ambitious but possible”.

The Hindu

Nat-Gas Prices Slump on Ample Supplies and Mild Temps

July Nymex natural gas (NGN23 ) on Thursday closed down -0.108 (-4.77%). July nat-gas Thursday fell sharply to a 1-month low on ample supplies and mild U.S. temperatures. The EIA reported Thursday that U.S. nat-gas inventories rose by +110 bcf, above expectations of +107 bcf and above the five-year average...

Barchart

India to import 10,000 MW of electricity from Nepal: PM Modi

The border between India and Nepal should not become a barrier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on June 1 as the two sides signed a series of agreements on energy and transport

The Hindu

Taoiseach warns State must ensure it can protect electricity grids and critical infrastructure from attacks

Speaking in Moldova, Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said that Ireland will have to give “deep consideration” to joining NATO or EU-led missions to enhance the protection of undersea cables.

Irish Mirror

Surcharge row: Kerala had opposed the Centre’s decision to amend rules, says Krishnankutty

Electricity Minister K. Krishnankutty reiterated on Thursday that the State had opposed the Centre’s decision to allow electricity distribution companies (Discoms) to automatically collect surcharge on a monthly basis from consumers.

The Hindu

Octopus introduces new tariff that could save money on your energy bills

Around 50,000 customers will be invited to join a waiting list but are warned that prices could go up as well as down every day

Chronicle Live

South Africa's power blackouts: solutions lie in solar farms and battery storage at scale, and an end to state monopoly

Rolling blackouts are costing South Africa dearly. The electricity crisis is a barrier to growth, destroys investor confidence and handicaps almost every economic activity. It has raised input costs for producers and retailers, and has triggered a new round of inflation and interest rate increases.

The Conversation

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The Independent UK

Renewable energy surges, driven by solar boom and high fuel prices, report finds

The world is set to add a record amount of renewable electricity capacity this year as governments and consumers seek to offset high energy prices and take advantage of a boom in solar power

The Independent UK

India pauses plans to add new coal plants for five years, bets on renewables, batteries

The Indian government will not consider any proposals for new coal plants for the next five years and focus on growing its renewables sector, according to an updated national electricity plan released Wednesday evening

The Guardian - AU

Energy company’s NSW cash for gas appliances promotion labelled ‘backward step’ for climate

Green groups criticise Jemena for offering incentive to switch from electricity amid policies in Victoria and NSW aimed at winding back gas use

The Guardian - UK

We’re a climate action hub in need of an electricity meter

Bulb hasn’t sent a form to the National Grid, and we can’t sign up with any other energy company

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Zenger

Electricity More Cost-Effective Than Diesel For Heavy-Duty Vehicles: Study

New Swedish research challenges conventions, emphasizing optimal battery sizes for the economic feasibility of electric trucks.

The Independent UK

Born in a typhoon: Many, including newborns, remain without electricity as Guam recovers from storm

Reports are emerging from Guam about the damage left behind by Typhoon Mawar

Caixin Global

Southern China Faces Tight Power Supply Amid Hot Weather

Demand in Guangdong surges just as supply from Yunnan hydropower plants dries up following low precipitation

Barchart

Nat-Gas Prices Fall on Cooler U.S. Forecasts and Ample Supplies

July Nymex natural gas (NGN23 ) on Wednesday closed down -0.061 (-2.62%). July nat-gas prices Wednesday gave up early gains and finished moderately lower after updated weather forecasts called for cooler U.S. temperatures, which will curb nat-gas demand from electricity providers to power air-conditioning. The Commodity Weather Group said above-normal...

Inverse

'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse' Review: Amazing, Spectacular, Sensational

In a time when the multiverse feels stale, 'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse' unearths the last bits of electricity left to impress.

The Hindu

Nepal wants to attract Indian investments in energy sector, seeks alternative air routes: Foreign Minister Saud

Nepal wants to attract more Indian investments in its energy sector specifically for the development of hydro-power, Nepal’s Foreign Minister N.P. Saud said on May 31, underlining that the Himalayan nation wants a power deal with India so that it can export electricity to Bangladesh as well by utilising the…

The Hindu

Refund excess charges collected from realty developer for new service connections, TNERC tells Tangedco

Consumers need pay only for installation for high-tension and low-tension lines, whereas Tangedco must bear the cost pertaining to distribution transformers and related structures, Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulation Commission has ruled earlier

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