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How One Uranium Deal Could Transform India’s Future

India's future isn't just being shaped by highways, airports, or renewable energy—it may also depend on a silent fuel buried deep beneath the earth. As Prime Minister Narendra Modi begins his Australia visit, one proposed agreement has captured global attention: a long-awaited uranium supply deal. At first glance, it looks…

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Stronger Domestic Demand Lifts Nat-Gas Prices

August Nymex natural gas (NGQ26 ) on Monday closed up +0.049 (+1.53%). Nat-gas prices settled higher on Monday amid speculation that the recent heatwave that engulfed over two-thirds of the US sparked heavy demand for nat-gas from electricity providers to power the surge in air-conditioning usage, which also drew down...

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Power to the people

The Anutin government's decision to allow householders to sell their excess rooftop solar energy to the electricity authorities marks a major milestone in the country's clean energy transition. It is also a rare and welcome instance of a government fulfilling its promises to the public.

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Cuba's national grid completely collapses, nearly 10 million in darkness

Cuba's national power grid collapsed, leaving ten million people without electricity. This nationwide blackout deepened the island's ongoing energy crisis. Ageing infrastructure and fuel shortages have caused frequent power outages for months. US sanctions are blamed by the government for limiting fuel imports. The situation has worsened amid a prolonged…

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'The challenge is no longer only how much power is needed, but whether it can be delivered reliably': Report finds AI data centers are draining more power than the grid can provide

AI data centers are increasing demand for power, but they're also making it harder to predict how much is needed and when.

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New Yorkers Blamed Power Outages on Taylor Swift's Grand Wedding; NY Energy Company Says It Wasn't the Cause

Con Edison clarifies that Taylor Swift's wedding to Travis Kelce did not cause recent power outages in New York City, attributing disruptions to existing network pressures and repair work.

International Business Times UK

It may be almost impossible to make data centers pay their ‘fair share’ of electricity costs

Many major tech companies have pledged to pay their fair share of the costs associated with generating and transmitting more electricity to serve large data centers. But ratepayers across the United States are worried about the potential costs they might have to bear. That’s because it’s not immediately clear how…

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Katie McGinty: The energy economy's biggest waste problem is already inside the system

As AI drives data center demand toward 945 TWh by 2030, the fastest new energy source isn't generation — it's the third of electricity quietly wasted.

Fortune

El Nino threatens to fuel coal power surge in India, study says

A potential super El Niño could put more pressure on India's power grid than any other country's and slow its transition away from coal, according to a new report by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA).

The Economic Times

Italy could become the next country to build solar railway tracks after Switzerland's successful trial

Switzerland has just marked a full year of running trains directly over the world's first solar power plant built into an active railway line, and the results have been promising enough that Italy could become the next country to try the same idea. The project, developed by the Swiss start…

The Times of India

A US county welcomed 37 data centres. Now its schools are being told to dim lights as power bills jump 25%

Henrico County, Virginia, is facing a nearly 25% surge in electricity costs, forcing public services to cut power usage. This comes as the county, a hub for data centers, grapples with rising energy demands and increased bills. While data centers bring tax revenue, they are straining the power grid, prompting…

The Times of India

Householders can now sell excess rooftop solar power

Householders with solar rooftops can now apply to sell their excess power to electricity authorities.

Bangkok Post

Italy could be the next country to build a solar railway after Switzerland’s successful trial

Solar railways could soon become commonplace in Europe, following a successful trial in Switzerland.

Euronews

India's power sector enters "value chain" reset led by transmission, storage and demand growth: Report

India's power sector is undergoing a overhaul, with transmission infrastructure and energy storage identified as key drivers for the next decade. Projections show installed capacity soaring to 900GW by FY32, supported by continued coal use and a surge in renewables. This expansion hinges on deploying increased energy storage to manage…

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Huge energy bill blowout due to past 'denial and delay'

Energy Minister Chris Bowen has defended Labor's handling of the power grid, despite coalition figures pointing to a $23 billion blowout in consumer costs.

Latin Times

The AI Reason Millions of East Coast Electricity Bills Are About to Spike

A heat wave pushed America's biggest grid to the brink this week — but AI data centers, not your thermostat, are driving the real bill hikes.

The Guardian - UK

What’s holding back Britain’s green revolution? – a visual story

Labour has approved a wave of renewable energy projects, but turning plans into power remains slow. Why is that?

The Times of India

US heat wave pushes power demand, triggers emergency electricity curbs and July 4 event disruptions

A severe heatwave gripping the eastern US has pushed electricity demand to near-record highs, forcing PJM Interconnection, the nation's largest power grid operator, to implement emergency measures. With generator issues and soaring air-conditioning needs, the grid is under immense strain, prompting calls for reduced consumption to avert blackouts. This extreme…

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The Economic Times

Gujarat govt hikes compensation to farmers for land used for power transmission lines, towers

Gujarat farmers will now receive double the prevailing market value for land used for electricity transmission lines, a significant upgrade from previous jantri-based compensation. The government also expanded the compensable area for tower bases and abolished staggered payments, opting for a single upfront payout. A new Market Rate Committee will…

The Economic Times

US' largest power grid PJM orders emergency curbs as electricity use nears record peak

America's largest power grid operator, PJM, urged customers to reduce electricity use amid a severe heatwave. Generator outages and overloaded transmission lines strained the system, pushing spot power prices to over $2,500 per MWh. PJM took emergency measures to prevent blackouts, even curtailing exports to neighboring regions as demand neared…

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Dear GE Vernova Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for July 22

GE Vernova is carrying robust AI-driven momentum and major infrastructure wins into its closely watched July 22 earnings report.

The Economic Times

DERC tweaks regulation for EV charging infra expansion in Delhi, utilisation of PM E-DRIVE subsidy

Under the existing Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (Supply Code and Performance Standards) Regulations, demand notes for low-tension electricity connections of up to 200 kW included only service line and development charges, security deposit and road restoration charges, they said.

International Business Times UK

Energy Secretary Chris Wright Applauds Absolute End For Federal Wind And Solar Subsidies In Massive Green Energy Blow

The US will end core tax credits for new wind and solar projects by 2026, affecting future developments but allowing exceptions for projects already under construction.

The Economic Times

Tata Power Renewable Energy commissions 100.8 MW Jewali wind project in Maharashtra

Tata Power Renewable Energy Ltd (TPREL) has successfully commissioned its 100.8 MW Jewali Wind Project in Maharashtra, boosting its wind energy portfolio to over 3.9 GW. This new facility will supply clean electricity to Tata Power Mumbai Distribution, aiding in meeting renewable targets and significantly reducing CO₂ emissions. The project…

The Economic Times

SC halts Delhi government's CAG audit of private discoms

The Supreme Court has put a hold on a CAG audit of three private power discoms in Delhi, a move initiated by the Delhi government concerning a massive Rs 38,500 crore in accumulated regulatory assets. The court questioned the legality of the Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission's (DERC) decision to appoint…

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