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Is AI A Major Drain On The World's Energy Supply?

When Google announced this week that its climate emissions had risen by 48 percent since 2019, it pointed the finger at artificial intelligence.

International Business Times

British electricity prices could hinder switch to green technology, says steel industry

UK Steel says British firms paid prices in spring well over double French and Spanish equivalents

The Guardian - UK

Can the climate survive the insatiable energy demands of the AI arms race?

New computing infrastructure means big tech is likely to miss emissions targets but they can’t afford to get left behind in a winner takes all market

The Guardian - UK

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Here’s how ‘microgrids’ are empowering regional and remote communities across Australia

Small collections of electricity generators, or “microgrids”, have long been used in disaster recovery, when network supply falters during bushfires or cyclones.

The Conversation

The energy transition requires a lot of minerals and metals — which could impact our lakes

Bringing about the energy transition is essential, but it will require developing a significant amount of minerals and “green” electricity, such as hydroelectricity. These activities often take place on Indigenous lands and will have environmental consequences for our lakes and rivers.

The Conversation

Nuclear power has an advantage not reflected in its average price. It’s price stability, and for some users that matters

Much of the debate about nuclear power in the month since the Coalition announced its plan to install reactors in seven states has been about cost.

The Conversation

Nat-Gas Prices Under Pressure as US Weather Forecasts Shift Cooler

August Nymex natural gas (NGQ24 ) on Wednesday closed down by -0.017 (-0.70%). Aug nat-gas prices Wednesday moved lower for the seventh consecutive session and posted a 7-week low. Nat-gas prices remain under pressure as weather forecasts have been trending cooler in the US, which will curb nat-gas demand from...

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Navajo Nation Making Strides In Electrification Efforts

Learn about efforts to electrify Navajo Nation households and the impact on residents' lives.

Top News

Dick Smith enters nuclear debate but CSIRO analysis shows his argument in meltdown

The entrepreneur claims agency exaggerated the costs of the Coalition plan despite it using best-case scenario South Korea as the benchmark

The Guardian - AU

Google reveals 48% increase in greenhouse gas emissions from 2019, largely driven by data center energy demands

The 48% jump is largely driven by data centers coming online in places with fewer clean energy sources.

Tom’s Hardware

Google’s emissions climb nearly 50% in five years due to AI energy demand

Tech giant’s goal of reducing climate footprint at risk as it grows increasingly reliant on energy-hungry data centres

The Guardian - US

Nat-Gas Prices Retreat as US Temperatures Cool

August Nymex natural gas (NGQ24 ) on Tuesday closed down by -0.043 (-1.74%). Aug nat-gas prices Tuesday moved lower for the sixth consecutive session and posted a 7-week low. Nat-gas prices remain under pressure as US gas storage is +20.6% above the 5-year seasonal average, signaling robust supplies. Also, weather...

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Odds are growing longer we'll ever actually see true gambling reform

Letters: 'How long must we wait?'

Newcastle Herald

This Map Reveals The Average EV Fuel Cost Savings Potential By State

The switch from a gasoline vehicle to an EV usually results in fuel cost savings, although the potential for savings highly differs between the states.

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The Independent UK

Google falling short of important climate target, cites electricity needs of AI

Google, which has an ambitious plan to address climate change with cleaner operations, came nowhere close to its goals last year, according to the company’s annual Environmental Report Tuesday

The Guardian - UK

‘I totally understand why people are sceptical’: the co-founder of collapsed energy giant Bulb on his new venture

Amit Gudka is reinventing himself after the failure of his energy firm by plugging into the global battery boom

The Independent UK

How much money could installing solar panels save you?

Although there’s a high initial outlay, solar panels can save hundreds of pounds on electricity bills every year, energy experts tell Lisa Salmon.

The Texas Tribune

Texas to double $5 billion state fund aimed at expanding the power grid

The announcement came soon after a new prediction by the state’s main grid operator that power demands will nearly double by 2030

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Australia’s ‘carbon budget’ may blow out by 40% under the Coalition’s nuclear energy plan – and that’s the best-case scenario

The Coalition’s pledge to build seven nuclear reactors, if elected, would represent a huge shift in energy policy for Australia. It also poses serious questions about whether this nation can meet its international climate obligations.

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Nat-Gas Prices Pressured by Cooler US Weather Forecasts

August Nymex natural gas (NGQ24 ) on Monday closed down by -0.123 (-4.73%). Aug nat-gas prices Monday fell sharply to a 5-week low. Nat-gas prices are being pressured by the outlook for cooler US temperatures, which will curb nat-gas demand from electricity providers to run air-conditioning. Forecaster Maxar Technologies said...

The Guardian - AU

Guardian Essential poll: Albanese’s approval rating dips to new low amid signs Dutton on losing hand with nuclear

Exclusive: Nuclear leapfrogs renewables as the perceived ‘most expensive’ form of electricity in the latest poll

The Conversation

How democracy can work at community level: 3 lessons from a South African protest movement

The Independent UK

Millions in Nigeria have little to no electricity. It's straining businesses and public services

The lack of reliable electricity severely affects education and businesses in Nigeria

The Guardian - UK

AI drive brings Microsoft’s ‘green moonshot’ down to earth in west London

Tech firm’s bid to remove more CO2 than it produces is being tested as AI spawns new energy-hungry datacentres

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Nat-Gas Prices Fall on Elevated US Inventories

August Nymex natural gas (NGQ24 ) on Friday closed down by -0.084 (-3.13%). Aug nat-gas prices Friday extended this week's decline to a 3-1/2 week low. Elevated US nat-gas inventories are pressuring prices. As of June 21, nat-gas inventories were +20.6% above their 5-year seasonal average, signaling ample nat-gas supplies....

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