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Green party drops longstanding opposition to nuclear power

Party in England and Wales ditches commitment to phase out nuclear in major shift in its energy policy

The Guardian - UK · Oct 5

Super El Nino: The methodology behind '15,800 excess deaths' in India estimate

Super El Nino Deaths: A University of Chicago Energy Policy Institute report projects that a ‘super El Nino’ could cause around 15,800 additional heat-related deaths in India over the next six months. Researchers say the estimate uses seasonal temperature forecasts and established temperature-mortality relationships, while experts caution that the mortality…

The Economic Times · Sep 26

Coalition pulls out the chainsaw in energy debate

Incentives for renewable energy projects and net zero targets would be scrapped within one month of the next election if the coalition wins.

AAP · Sep 23

Hundreds of Suspected Chinese Fake Accounts Helping Fuel Opposition To Data Centers In The U.S., X Claims

"We found 200 accounts posting in a manner that could manipulate a legitimate debate about American AI and energy policy," X Safety said.

International Business Times · Aug 28

Government should ease energy policy costs for ‘concerned’ businesses, says E.On

Research from the company indicated that many UK businesses are keen to invest in low-carbon technology but are put off by the costs.

Evening Standard · Aug 10

Project aims to unify EV charging bases

Thailand is moving to unify its electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, with the Energy Policy and Planning Office (Eppo) spearheading a nationwide effort to bring charging station operators under a single standard, simplifying services for motorists.

Bangkok Post · Jul 30

Voters want ‘huge change’ in energy policy from Burnham as PM, polling suggests

Research found that while 24% want the Government to maintain its ban on new oil and gas developments, 49% want to see new licences granted.

Evening Standard · Jul 15

Panel to discuss street lighting costs

The National Energy Policy Council (NEPC) is scheduled to meet on Wednesday to determine who should bear the cost of electricity for public street lighting, an expense currently shouldered solely by consumers, which contributes to rising household power bills.

Bangkok Post · Jul 14

State opposition reveals plans for a Newcastle urban renewable energy zone

The NSW Liberal-National Coalition has unveiled its renewable energy policy.

Newcastle Herald · Jun 23

Keir Starmer resigns: The problems that piled up for the UK prime minister

Keir Starmer's resignation marks a dramatic reversal for a leader who swept to power promising stability after years of political turmoil. Instead, he leaves office facing questions over Labour's direction, the rise of Reform UK and whether his successor can rebuild support before the next election.

The Economic Times · Jun 22