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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".

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

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The Independent UK

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

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Electricity usage forecast to spike during England and Scotland World Cup games

Energy suppliers are preparing for peaks of electricity demand during the home nations’ matches at the 2026 Fifa World Cup.

Evening Standard

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

Energy Department says advanced nuclear reactor first to reach critical milestone

The Energy Department says a small nuclear reactor under development at a national lab has reached a crucial milestone that could allow it to produce electricity in the next few years

The Independent UK

UAE nuclear plant attack 'serious compromise of nuclear safety': IAEA

The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency has declared a recent drone attack on the Barakah nuclear plant in the UAE a serious compromise of nuclear safety. The United Arab Emirates has blamed pro-Iran militants for the incident. The attack targeted an electricity facility, raising concerns about potential shutdowns.

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The Thermostat Setting That Quietly Lowers Your Summer Bill

Summer has a funny way of making electricity meters spin faster than ceiling fans. As temperatures climb, many households crank down the thermostat in search of relief, only to discover a painful surprise when the monthly utility bill arrives. Cooling costs often become one of the biggest seasonal expenses, especially…

Everybody Loves Your Money

Building more renewable energy sources means rethinking land use for agriculture and conservation

The state of New York could meet its goal of building 46 gigawatts of large-scale solar by midcentury, but not without making difficult choices in how land is used across the state.

The Conversation

Trains in Switzerland are now running over solar panels in a world-first clean energy test

A groundbreaking experiment is underway in Switzerland where solar panels are installed between railway tracks. This innovative project aims to generate renewable energy without using additional land. The technology is being tested for durability against train traffic and weather. If successful, this could revolutionize renewable energy generation worldwide, especially for…

The Times of India

6 Ways to Slash Your Water Bill This Summer

Summer often brings sunshine, backyard barbecues, and, unfortunately, higher utility bills. While many homeowners focus on rising electricity costs from air conditioning, water bills can quietly climb just as fast. Lawn watering, extra laundry, filling pools, and increased household activity often send water usage soaring during the hottest months of…

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In 1820, a physicist noticed a compass twitch near a wire, and electromagnetism changed science

In the year 1820, a pivotal moment in science emerged when Danish physicist Hans Christian Ørsted made an astonishing observation. He noticed that when an electric current passed through a wire, it caused a nearby compass needle to deflect. This seemingly simple event uncovered a fundamental relationship between electricity and…

The Economic Times

Adani Power shares gain 3%, snap two-day losing streak. Why are Jefferies, Bernstein bullish on the stock?

Adani Power shares are climbing on strong prospects for India's power demand and the booming data centre sector. Analysts see the Adani Group well-positioned to capitalize on this growth. India's data centre industry is expected to expand rapidly. Rising electricity demand, driven by heatwaves and digital infrastructure needs, supports this…

The Economic Times

Switzerland is building the world’s largest underground battery that could power 210,000 homes for a day

Something unusual is happening deep beneath Switzerland, and it is not getting much attention outside energy circles yet. Engineers are building what could become one of the world’s largest underground energy storage systems, designed to store renewable electricity on a massive scale and release it when the grid is under…

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The hidden shortage threatening the AI boom - how to prepare for what comes next

AI data center power shortage: The AI boom's next frontier is electricity, shifting focus from models and GPUs to the immense power needed for data centers. As AI demand surges, reliable and affordable energy is becoming a critical constraint, forcing companies to rethink infrastructure and secure long-term power contracts. This…

The Economic Times

India crosses 41 lakh household-mark under rooftop solar scheme, to touch 75 lakh in Dec: Joshi

India is set to reach 75 lakh rooftop solar households by December under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, a significant jump from the current 41 lakh. The scheme, launched in February 2024, aims to install rooftop solar on one crore households, providing free electricity and financial assistance.

The Guardian - UK

‘To them a power line is a line of trees’: Costa Rica moves to protect howler monkeys from electrocution

Electric shock is one of the biggest causes of death among wildlife in the country but a court ruling is a first step to making power lines safe

Euronews

Be less polite: How to cut your AI impact as UN report reveals data centre energy use rivals nations

"That extra ‘please’ you put there can make a huge difference,” says one of the report's authors.

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Electric Cars vs Petrol Cars: Which Saves More Money in 2026?

The automotive industry is changing rapidly, and electric cars are no longer a rare sight on the roads. With more manufacturers introducing electric models and governments encouraging cleaner transportation, many car buyers are asking the same question: Do electric cars actually save more money than petrol cars? While electric vehicles…

Euronews

Safer grids, higher bills? EU's Chinese solar inverter ban reshapes renewable energy

Brussels moves to ban EU funding for clean energy projects that use solar and battery inverters from “high-risk countries”, namely China. Now, manufacturers must rely on European alternatives, which risks increasing European energy bills and production costs.

The Conversation

UN report warns AI could soon use 3% of world’s electricity and more water than we need to drink

One argument often used to quell concerns about the rising energy and resource demand of data centres is that artificial intelligence (AI) models will need less in the future as they improve and become more efficient.

Bangkok Post

The great power plant sell-off

Major Thai energy firms have divested their power plant assets to divert money to clean energy.

AAP

Energy, water use and pollution of AI and data centers rival most countries

According to a United Nations University report, the environmental footprint of data centers already rivals some of the world's largest countries

The Economic Times

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman will attend G7 in France

OpenAI chief Sam Altman will join leaders at the G7 summit in France this month. Artificial intelligence will be a major focus for discussions. G7 ministers recently met to address AI's impact on child protection and energy grids. The growing demand for computing power is straining electricity supplies and requiring…

The Guardian - AU

Australia’s GDP figures are meaningless when the boom in datacentres means destroying jobs and the climate

In the March quarter Australia’s economy grew 0.3%. But the real issue is what drove that growth

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