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Zambia's crippling drought creates chance for solar power to shine

With a prolonged drought affecting the supply of hydroelectricity all over southern Africa, a growing number of people are turning to solar to fill the energy gap.

Radio France Internationale

18 Ways to Cut Your Energy Bill

Whatever the direction of utility prices, it pays to make moves that reduce your energy usage. Here are 18 ways to use less energy at home and lower your utility bills.

Kiplinger

Electricity Returns Across Venezuela After Prolonged Outage

Power was restored across Venezuela on Saturday morning, after a massive 12-hour outage plunged the entire country into darkness.

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You’ll Pay More to Cool Your Home in These States

These states are paying the largest change in average cooling costs this summer.

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Forecasts for Cooler US Temps Undercut Nat-Gas Prices

October Nymex natural gas (NGV24 ) on Friday closed down by -0.010 (-0.47%). Oct nat-gas prices Friday gave up an early advance and posted modest losses on the outlook for cooler US temperatures that will reduce nat-gas demand from electricity providers to run air conditioning. Forecaster Maxar Technologies said Friday...

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3 Top Electric Utility Stocks With Strong Dividends

With surging electricity demand, the global shift to renewable energy sources, and favorable government policies, the electric utility industry’s prospects appear promising. Thus, it could be wise to invest in top electric utility stocks NextEra Energy (NEE), Southern Company (SO), and Duke Energy (DUK) for a stable income stream. Read…

StockNews.com

Emissions from Australian coal-fired power stations rise as wind and hydro dip

More electricity demand and lower than usual generation from two renewable sources raises questions about climate targets

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5 lessons from ancient civilizations for keeping homes cool in hot, dry climates

Modern buildings tend to take electricity and air conditioning for granted. They often have glass facades and windows that can’t be opened. And when the power goes out for days in the middle of a heat wave, as the Houston area experienced in July 2024 after Hurricane Beryl, these buildings…

The Conversation

Nat-Gas Prices Gain on Roll into October Contract

October Nymex natural gas (NGV24 ) on Thursday closed up by +0.040 (+1.91%). Oct nat-gas prices Thursday posted moderate gains as traders and commodity funds rolled positions into October nat-gas from the September contract that expired on Wednesday. Gains were limited after the Commodity Weather Group said that forecasts shifted...

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Paraguay's Abundant Hydropower Draws Crypto Miners, Legal And Not

In the Paraguayan city of Hernandarias, a data center with row upon row of supercomputers stands as a testament to a burgeoning crypto mining sector fueled by the South American country's abundance of green electricity.

International Business Times

How to protect yourself from solar scams

For many, solar power makes sense. But some big companies are preying on people with expensive plans

Salon

After Hurricane Beryl, Cooling Centers Were Few and Slow to Arrive for Houstonians of Color—Some Died of Heat Exposure

During the power outage following the storm, a shocking lack of support in vulnerable communities reflected a larger breakdown in coordination between the state, CenterPoint Energy, and local governments.

Texas Observer

Wondering what to make of warnings about our electricity system? The outlook is improving – but we’re not out of the woods

Every year, authorities release a snapshot of how reliable our electricity supply will be in the coming decade. And each time, commentators have divergent takes on what it all means.

The Conversation

Huge Shetland wind farm and 160-mile long subsea cable project completed

Energy giants at SSE have announced the completion of what is expected to be the most productive onshore wind farm in the UK – along with a…

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Energy 'reliability gaps' ahead for homes, businesses

New sources of power and transmission must be built "on time and in full" to secure the nation's electricity grid, the Australian market operator has warned.

The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: renewables crucial to reliable power, Paralympics open, inside the new MDMA therapy

Electricity authority says supplies won’t fail if wind and solar power projects are rolled out in time

The Independent UK

An Israeli freed from Gaza returns to a Bedouin village targeted for demolition

An Israeli hostage rescued from Gaza returned to a hero’s welcome tinged with a bitter reality

International Business Times

Switzerland Reopens Door For New Nuclear Power Plants

Switzerland said Wednesday it was open to building new nuclear power stations in the long term, given new geopolitical uncertainties, climate targets and population growth boosting the demand for electricity.

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Nat-Gas Prices Recover From a 4-Month Low on Warmer US Forecasts

Sep Nymex natural gas (NGU24 ) on Wednesday closed up by +0.026 (+1.37%). Sep nat-gas prices Wednesday recovered from a 4-month nearest-futures low and closed moderately higher. Short covering emerged in nat-gas futures Wednesday when forecaster Atmospheric G2 said updated forecasts showed a large portion of the US warming for...

Newcastle Herald

Fuel supply risk looming for Hunter's newest power station

Gas supply crunch looms for Hunter Power Project at Kurri.

The Guardian - UK

Ukraine prepares for winter power cuts after Russian attacks on energy sector

Kyiv calling for more air defence support as repairs resume after latest strikes, with fears more could be catastrophic

LiveScience

New reactor could more than triple the yield of one of the world's most valuable chemicals

A new reactor creates ammonia from polluted wastewater using electricity, and it's way more efficient than existing methods.

The Guardian - AU

Australia’s electricity grid to remain reliable if renewable projects delivered ‘on time and in full’, Aemo says

Investments in solar, wind, batteries, pumped hydro and transmission links are vital, authority says

LiveScience

New invention harvests ambient Wi-Fi and Bluetooth signals to power small devices

Wasted radio signals can be converted into electricity using a new kind of antenna rooted in how electrons behave at a quantum level.

Dynamite News

Traders across Pakistan observe strike against high taxes

Pakistan's traders' community is observing a countrywide strike against the imposition of taxes and hefty electricity and gas bills. Read further on Dynamite News:

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