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Trump’s war on windmills started in Scotland. Now he’s taking it global

President’s opposition to offshore wind more than a decade ago now threatens a huge industry in the US and beyond

The Guardian - US

Trump administration canceled a $4.9B loan guarantee for a line to deliver green power

The Trump administration has canceled a $4.9 billion federal loan guarantee for a new, 800-mile high-voltage transmission line for delivering solar and wind-generated electricity from the Midwest to the eastern U.S. The U.S. Department of Energy says Wednesday that it is not critical for the federal government to play a…

The Independent UK

Almost a third of NZ households face energy hardship – reform has to go beyond cheaper off-peak power

The spotlight is again on New Zealand’s energy sector, with a group of industry bodies and independent retailers pushing for a market overhaul, saying the sector was “broken” and “driving up the cost of living”.

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Nat-Gas Prices Tumble as US Weather Forecasts Cool

August Nymex natural gas (NGQ25 ) on Wednesday closed down -0.175 (-5.38%). Aug nat-gas prices added to this week's sharp losses on Wednesday and dropped to a 2.75-month low due to forecasts for cooler US weather, which would curb nat-gas demand from electricity providers for air conditioning usage. Forecaster Atmospheric...

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Australia’s surge in household battery installations is ‘off the charts’ as government subsidy program powers up

At current rate, households could have 10,000MW installed in five years – half the nation’s total coal power capacity, expert says

The Guardian - AU

Meet the companies using AI to reinvent the energy business

In the space between AI’s power and power demand lies opportunity.

Fortune

Millions of households to save money on energy bills under new government plans

The plan aims to give households and businesses more freedom and choice over how and when they use energy

The Independent UK

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Plans for flexible energy tariffs to help households cut electricity bills

The Government plans to offer consumers ways to take advantage of off-peak electricity prices through flexible tariffs and smart appliances.

Evening Standard

Sacramento Uses Smart Electric Meters To Spy on Residents

The city’s police consider “high” power consumption evidence of cannabis cultivation.

Reason

Forecasts for Milder US Weather Weigh on Nat-Gas Prices

August Nymex natural gas (NGQ25 ) on Tuesday closed down -0.073 (-2.20%). Aug nat-gas prices extended Monday's sharp losses on Tuesday and posted a 1.5-week low on the outlook for cooler US temperatures, which would curb nat-gas demand from electricity providers for air conditioning usage. Forecaster Vaisala on Tuesday said...

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More than 90% of new renewable energy capacity is now cheaper than fossil fuels, study shows

The global switch to renewable energy has passed a “positive tipping point”, according to two United Nations reports released on Tuesday.

Euronews

UN says booming solar, wind and other green energy hits global tipping point for ever lower costs

The United Nations reports a global shift toward renewable energy, calling it a "positive tipping point."

The Independent UK

How EVs and electric water heaters are turning cities into giant batteries

As the electrification of transport and heating accelerates, many worry the increased demand could overload national power grids. In Australia, electricity consumption is expected to double by 2050.

The Conversation

Nat-Gas Prices Sink on the Outlook for Cooler US Temps and Higher Gas Production

August Nymex natural gas (NGQ25 ) on Monday closed down -0.240 (-6.73%). Aug nat-gas prices plunged to a 1-week low Monday on the outlook for cooler US temperatures, which will curb nat-gas demand from electricity providers to provide increased air-conditioning usage. Forecaster Vaisala said forecasts shifted cooler in the West...

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How Much Does It Cost To Charge a Tesla?

Tesla owners don't have to pay for gas, but they do have to pay to charge their cars -- so do they save money overall?

The Guardian - AU

The moment I knew: as the curtains fell on our first performance, the electricity between us was palpable

At first, Australian soprano Nicole Car found her costar’s confidence curiously endearing. Later she realised they had serious chemistry, on and off stage

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Forecasts for Hot US Temps Boost Nat-Gas Prices

August Nymex natural gas (NGQ25 ) on Friday closed up +0.023 (+0.65%). Aug nat-gas prices on Friday settled higher on forecasts for excessive heat next week in the US. Vaisala said forecasts remain above normal for the July 22-26 period across the US, with highs in the mid-90s expected in...

Fortune

Ex-Google CEO says superintelligence is tech's holy grail—but the U.S. is ill-equipped to address its 'natural limit'

Superintelligence is why some of the biggest names in tech, including Mark Zuckerberg and Sam Altman, are warring over AI talent.

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Nat-Gas Prices Erase Early Gains as Weekly EIA Inventories Build

August Nymex natural gas (NGQ25 ) on Thursday closed down -0.009 (-0.25%). Aug nat-gas prices on Thursday fell from a 2.5-week high and settled slightly lower after weekly EIA nat-gas supplies rose more than expected. The EIA reported that nat-gas inventories rose by +46 bcf in the week ended July...

Benzinga

Nvidia, John Kerry And Google's Jeff Dean Back Startup Promising The Ultimate Virtual Power Plant To Cut Grid Stress

Emerald AI, a new startup funded by Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) and other famous names, announced July 1 that it has developed software that turns energy-intensive data centers into flexible tools for managing electricity demand.

The Independent UK

China’s electricity demands soar as temperatures forecast to hit 50C

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The Independent UK

Do solar panels add value to a house and help sell the property?

Solar panels may make a home more appealing to buyers and could increase its resale value, but the uplift depends on factors such as location, system quality and energy performance

The National (Scotland)

Preferred bidder named for Scotland-England electricity 'superhighway'

Siemens Energy has been selected as the preferred bidder for a £2.5 billion subsea electricity superhighway between Scotland and England

AAP

Wanted: 10,000 households to plug in to energy research

From households fitted with solar panels to electric car drivers and business operators, a new research centre aims to model nationwide trends in energy use.

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Nat-Gas Prices Continue Higher on Hot US Weather Forecasts

August Nymex natural gas (NGQ25 ) on Wednesday closed up +0.028 (+0.79%), the third consecutive daily rise. Aug nat-gas prices on Wednesday extended the week-long rally and posted a new 2-week high. The main bullish factor was warmer US weather forecasts, which would boost nat-gas demand from electricity providers to...

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