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Octopus Energy denies it is anti-union as GMB pushes for recognition for workers
GMB union is seeking recognition at Octopus Energy, the UK’s largest energy company, while the firm denies being anti-union and says there is no current staff demand for unionization.
A New Microgrid Captures Energy From The Environment
Defense startup Chariot Defense won a $7.6 million contract to deploy its Amphora microgrid system to the US Army this fall, offering an alternative to diesel generators for powering modern battlefield equipment.
Superhot Geothermal Just Got A $180 Million Vote Of Confidence
Houston-based geothermal startup Quaise Energy announced a $180 million Series B funding round to advance superhot geothermal technology, which uses advanced drilling to access Earth’s heat from nearly anywhere on the planet.
White Hydrogen Drilling Push Gains Momentum Across Three Continents
Scientists and companies across three continents are advancing exploration for naturally occurring geologic hydrogen, or white hydrogen, which could serve as an alternative to costly green hydrogen production methods.
U.S. SPR Depletion Threatens Further Oil Price Volatility
U.S. crude inventories are declining and the Strategic Petroleum Reserve is approaching critical operational levels, potentially increasing oil price volatility amid Middle East tensions.
Sierra Club Florida Reacts: Vickie Cavey Resigns as JEA Chief Executive Officer
Vickie Cavey has resigned as Jacksonville Energy Authority CEO effective September 25, marking the fifth leadership change in six years amid customer bill increases and investigations.
Households near new pylons to get £250 taken off annual energy bills
UK households within 500 metres of new power pylons will receive £250 annual energy bill discounts as the government launches over 40 grid infrastructure projects nationwide.
CrossCountry cancels almost all rail services after power cut hits control centre
CrossCountry cancelled almost all train services across Great Britain after a power outage struck its Birmingham control centre, affecting major routes nationwide.
UK’s small power plants face higher cyber risk into 2030s despite Iran-linked hack
A small UK gas power plant was shut down for four days in an Iran-linked cyber-attack, yet the government won’t require improved cybersecurity standards for hundreds of similar facilities until 2030.
Hormuz Shipping Remains Subdued Despite Apparent Reopening
Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains severely restricted despite technical reopening, with Iran conditioning full normalization on sanctions relief and Israeli military withdrawal across multiple countries.
U.S. Oil Rig Count Falls by 5 as Gas Rigs Rise
The U.S. oil rig count declined by 5 to 447, while gas rigs increased by 5 to 132, according to Baker Hughes data released Friday, as crude production rose to 13.843 million barrels per day.
Russia’s Energy Crisis Puts Kazakhstan in a Tough Spot
Kazakhstan is declining to significantly bolster Russia’s energy supplies despite Moscow’s requests, citing secondary sanctions risks and domestic demand while conducting large military exercises.
The AI Boom Could Triple Data Center Water Use by 2030
Global data center water consumption could triple to 644 billion liters annually by 2030 without mitigation measures, driven by artificial intelligence expansion, though efficiency improvements could reduce demand significantly.
Europe’s Russia Sanctions Have a Major Blind Spot
European sanctions on Russia have potential blind spots, with some EU and UK companies maintaining profitable operations and subsidiaries in Russia despite broader disengagement objectives.
Kentucky PSC Opens Investigation into High Electricity Costs, Affordability Concerns
Kentucky’s utility regulator opened an investigation into rising electricity costs after rates increased nearly 22 percent over five years, with advocates citing coal reliance and data center expansion as concerns.
As Diesel Prices Surge, Trump Administration Moves to Make Fueling Large Trucks Even More Expensive
The Trump administration finalized rules weakening fuel efficiency standards for heavy-duty commercial vehicles, potentially increasing diesel costs for trucking fleets and consumers.
California Sues Trump Over Ridiculous Wind Power Cancellations
California sued the Trump administration over a deal canceling an offshore wind project in exchange for $120 million in federal reimbursement to Golden State Wind.
Octopus Energy urges millions of households to use less electricity during solar eclipse
Britain’s largest household energy supplier is urging customers to reduce electricity consumption during a major solar eclipse this week, offering rewards for those who delay using appliances during peak hours.
Sierra Club Condemns Trump-Appointed TVA Approval of Massive Illinois Coal Mining Expansion
The Tennessee Valley Authority voted to sell its mineral rights to Illinois’s Sugar Camp mine, enabling continued coal operations despite documented safety violations and environmental concerns.
Massachusetts Is Taking Steps to Lower Energy Costs. Let’s Get the Details Right.
Massachusetts lawmakers are advancing energy bills to lower electricity costs through solar expansion and grid modernization, but proposed fixed charges could undermine these affordability gains.
Energy Security Is Increasing The Value Of Cross-Border Electricity
Cross-border electricity interconnectors are gaining strategic value in Europe as countries pursue energy security through diversified partnerships rather than complete independence following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
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