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Energy bills: how much money does turning down the thermostat actually save?

The unprecedented rise in energy costs this winter has many people asking how to reduce their bills. In a typical UK home, around 80% of the total energy used in a year goes towards heating space and water, so any change in heating makes a big difference.

The Conversation

‘Tedious and horrible’: What life was like during the 1970s blackouts

As the National Grid warns Britons could face blackouts due to the energy crisis we look back at the last time the country was plunged into darkness

The Independent UK

Medics pictured forced to use mobile phone torches in surgery during Ukraine blackouts

WARNING: GRAPHIC IMAGES Surgeons in Kyiv were forced to use light from mobile phone torches to carry out operations due to power cuts in the Ukraine capital from repeated Russian shelling

Daily Mirror

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Application submitted for renewable energy park in Sutherland

The proposed Kirkton Energy Park comprises 11 wind turbines and battery storage

Insider UK

Police 'smash door to bits' during Aigburth cannabis farm raid

A 40-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of cannabis cultivation and abstracting electricity

Liverpool Echo

France prepares for possibility of electricity blackouts during winter months

The French government is putting a plan in place to deal with the looming energy crisis as fears rise of electricity power cuts. A directive will be sent to regional police chiefs to anticipate scheduled power cuts, which could affect 60 percent of the population in the worst-case scenario.

Radio France Internationale

All you need to know about power blackouts - how likely are they and how they could affect you

The National Grid has issued a warning three-hour planned power cuts could be ahead - but is it likely and what should you do to prepare

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One appliance accounts for half of energy costs used in your house every day and could be €80 a week

A new Government booklet is being circulated to homes with tips to reduce energy use

Irish Mirror

British Gas confirms details of scheme to pay people to save electricity

The supplier hopes to sign up 100,000 customers to the new scheme that will help make electricity available across the nation

Manchester Evening News

Full list of energy suppliers paying customers not to use electricity including E.ON and OVO

National Grid signed on more companies which will give their customers a financial benefit for changing when they use power

Wales Online

British Gas joins Octopus Energy, E.On and OVO Energy to pay customers up to £100 to reduce their electricity use

Households will be paid around £4 for every unit of electricity that they reduce their consumption by

Liverpool Echo

How you can get paid for using appliances at off-peak times

The Demand Flexibility Service scheme set for launch after trial by energy supplier saw some customers paid £2 per kilowatt hour

The Independent UK

‘Tedious and horrible’: What life was like during the 1970s blackouts

As the National Grid warns Britons could face blackouts due to the energy crisis we look back at the last time the country was plunged into darkness

The Independent UK

How much do Christmas lights cost to run? 5 ways to cut costs and save money this holiday season

Our energy experts break down how much your stunning seasonal displays may be costing you this Christmas

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The Guardian - AU

Australia is on track … sort of: official expert advice urges a ‘big upward shift’ on emissions cuts

Climate change minister tells parliament official projection of 40% cut does not factor in all Labor’s policy commitments

Manchester Evening News

Emergency three-hour blackouts are a real possibility in Greater Manchester this winter - this is how they would impact millions of people

Russia’s war in Ukraine has led to the supply of gas and electricity becoming more uncertain - sparking concerns for the colder months ahead.

Wales Online

UK's largest energy supplier to pay people to use less electricity

Customers with smart meters will be sent emails asking them if they want to take part

The Independent UK

Ukraine news – live: Russia’s power grid strikes target west, claims Putin ally

Kremlin says energy facilities help Ukraine’s allies to supply weapons

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Bangkok Post

'Miners' stealing electricity

The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) raided 50 locations in Bangkok and Nonthaburi and found crypto miners had stolen electricity worth around 500 million baht over the past year.

Newcastle Herald

NSW pushing federal ALP for coal price cap

NSW is pushing for a cap on the price of coal, saying Australia is running out of time to curb surging energy prices.

The Independent UK

British Gas to pay customers to use less electricity

The supplier becomes the latest – and the largest – to sign up to the scheme – which is run by National Grid.

Chronicle Live

British Gas joins Octopus in paying customers to use less electricity during peak hours

British Gas has rolled out the Demand Flexibility Service which is being operated by National Grid

Daily Record

British Gas to pay customers for using less electricity during peak hours

Customers who own a smart meter will be contacted and asked if they want to be part of the scheme.

AAP

SA inquiry to scrutinise power pricing

The South Australian goverment has launched an inquiry into gas and electricity pricing amid concerns companies are making super profits.

AAP

Debate over energy price cap heats up

The possibility of price caps on fossil fuels has sparked concern from some state leaders as the government looks to lock down a plan to lower energy prices.

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