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Google is spending $3bn on renewable power for its data centers

Google wants to power its data centers with clean energy only, so it's investing in 20-year PPAs for hydroelectricity.

TechRadar

California farmers identify a hot new cash crop: Solar power

Imagine that you own a small, 20-acre farm in California’s Central Valley. You and your family have cultivated this land for decades, but drought, increasing costs and decreasing water availability are making each year more difficult.

The Conversation

Zonal pricing is dead – here’s how the UK should change its electricity system instead

The UK government has decided against setting different prices for electricity based on the locations of consumers.

The Conversation

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Pakistan's Quiet Solar Rush Puts Pressure On National Grid

Pakistanis are increasingly ditching the national grid in favour of solar power, prompting a boom in rooftop panels and spooking a government weighed down by billions of dollars of power sector debt.

International Business Times

6 Gas Pump Habits That Could Be Putting Your Life at Risk

Filling up your gas tank might feel like the safest part of your day, but that everyday task can be more dangerous than it seems. Most drivers treat gas stations as a quick stop, barely thinking twice about what they’re doing. But habits that seem harmless can actually carry serious…

Clever Dude

Trump Unveils Investments To Power AI Boom

US President Donald Trump went to Pennsylvania on Tuesday to announce $92 billion in energy and infrastructure deals intended to meet big tech's soaring demand for electricity to fuel the AI boom.

International Business Times

Davey proposes major shake-up of green energy contracts to ‘slash bills’

The Liberal Democrat leader will call for all green energy contracts to be moved to a scheme which guarantees generators a fixed price.

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Nat-Gas Prices Continue Higher on Hot US Weather Forecasts

August Nymex natural gas (NGQ25 ) on Tuesday closed up +0.057 (+1.64%), adding to Monday's gain of +4.59%. Aug nat-gas prices on Tuesday extended the 4-session rally and posted a new 1.5-week high. The main bullish factor was warmer US weather forecasts, which would boost nat-gas demand from electricity providers...

Barchart

These EU countries are air con addicts: Who consumes the most energy to cool down?

New data shows Italy is by far the EU's largest consumer of air conditioning, followed by Greece, France and Spain.

Euronews

A new energy bridge: Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan unite for a Green Corridor to Europe

In a move aiming to reshape the regional energy landscape and bring Central Asia closer to Europe, the three countries have launched a joint venture, seeking to develop a new transcontinental green energy corridor.

Euronews

Chamath Palihapitiya Warns US May Fall Behind in AI Race — Not for Lack of Models, But Electricity: 'We Are Way Behind'

Billionaire investor Chamath Palihapitiya has raised concerns about the potential threat to the United States’ AI dominance due to a lack of electricity to power data centers.

Benzinga

Tech Giants Scramble To Meet AI's Looming Energy Crisis

The artificial intelligence industry is scrambling to reduce its massive energy consumption through better cooling systems, more efficient computer chips, and smarter programming -- all while AI usage explodes worldwide.

International Business Times

Why Hydrogen Cars Aren't Even Close To As Clean As EVs

One study found that a hydrogen fuel-cell car has about the same lifetime carbon emissions as a hybrid vehicle.

InsideEVs

Nat-Gas Prices Soar as US Weather Forecasts Heat Up

August Nymex natural gas (NGQ25 ) on Monday closed up +0.152 (+4.59%). Aug nat-gas prices on Monday rallied sharply and posted a 1-week high. Hotter US weather forecasts that will boost nat-gas demand from electricity providers to power increased air-conditioning usage pushed prices sharply higher on Monday. Forecaster Atmospheric G2...

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The Guardian - UK

UK’s clean electricity growing too slowly to meet climate targets, report says

UK’s energy system operator forecasts emissions a third over target by 2035, in second official warning in a month

GOBankingRates

Here’s What It Costs To Charge a Tesla Monthly vs. Using Gas for a Nissan Altima

GOBankingRates decided to compare these two monthly operating costs to share valuable insight for budget-conscious consumers.

The Guardian - US

Trump promised to lower energy costs – his tax bill will raise them for people in red states the most

Household energy bills in some Republican-leaning states could rise by more than $600 every year, analysis of the so-called ‘big, beautiful bill’ finds

The Free Financial Advisor

Why Your Energy Bill Spikes During Certain Hours

You open your energy bill and see a number that makes you pause. It’s higher than last month, even though you don’t think you used more power. This happens to a lot of people. The reason? Your energy bill can spike during certain hours, even if your habits stay the…

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The Independent UK

India proposes 20C lower limit for air conditioners to save energy

Air conditioners are fast becoming some of South Asian country’s biggest energy guzzlers

Clever Dude

9 Appliances That Spike Your Energy Bill Without You Noticing

Most people don’t think about their energy bill until it arrives. Then, the number can be a shock. You might wonder where all that power went. The truth is, some appliances use more energy than you realize. They work quietly in the background, but they can add a lot to…

The Conversation

Canada’s proposed east-west energy corridors should prioritize clean energy

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has made establishing east-west energy corridors a priority for Canada. He suggested that such corridors would include new oil and natural gas pipelines, designed to reduce dependence on the United States.

International Business Times

Faced With US Heat Waves, The Navajo Push For Power -- And A/C

Workmen plant electricity poles in the rust-orange earth of the Navajo Nation and run cables to Christine Shorty's house -- finally giving her power against the searing Arizona desert heat.

Newslaundry

‘Kids can’t sleep, studies affected’: Eviction fears as hundreds left without power in Delhi slum

Around 1,000 jhuggis, housing 8,000 people, in Delhi’s Jai Hind Camp have had no electricity since Tuesday after the power connection to their houses was disconnected. Locals say they never got a notice before “Delhi police and others” came and cut off their electricity.

The Independent UK

Trump brutally ended Obama’s flagship project to power Africa – but the dream is not dead

IN FOCUS: Power Africa – established more than a decade ago – aimed to help bring stable electricity to 600 million people across Africa, writes Nick Ferris, before being cut by the current president. But all hope is not lost

The Free Financial Advisor

Tiny Kitchen Items That Add Hundreds to Your Electric Bill

Small kitchen gadgets make life easier. But some of these tiny helpers can quietly drive up your electric bill. You might not notice the impact at first. Over time, though, the costs add up. Many people focus on big appliances like fridges or ovens. But it’s the little things—used every…

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