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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.
The Race to Unlock the World’s Hidden Hydrogen Reserves
Countries are competing to develop geologic hydrogen reserves, with China and the Philippines emerging as leading exploration sites. Scientists report record-high purity levels in underground deposits.
China’s New Five-Year Plan Preps the Nation for Peak Oil
China’s latest five-year energy plan emphasizes building natural gas reserves and import infrastructure while targeting peak oil consumption, reflecting concerns about geopolitical tensions and future global oil supply constraints.
Cleveland-Cliffs Redirects Half a Billion Dollars in Clean Steel Funding to Coal at Middletown Works
Cleveland-Cliffs has redirected $500 million in federal clean steel funding to support continued coal use at its Middletown Works mill, abandoning plans to build a hydrogen-ready direct reduced iron facility announced in March 2024.
ICYMI: Enbridge’s Line 5 Has Another Frac Out As Reroute Challenge And Intimidation Concerns Escalate
Another drilling fluid spill from Enbridge’s Line 5 reroute construction was reported at Trout Brook in Wisconsin, marking the latest in a series of incidents during the project’s construction phase.
ScottishPower Renewables & Masdar Mark Major Engineering Milestone at East Anglia THREE Windfarm
ScottishPower Renewables and Masdar have completed foundation installation at the £4 billion East Anglia THREE offshore wind farm off Suffolk, with all 95 monopiles now in place.
Sunrun to Supply Voltus with Energy Capacity for AI Hyperscaler Agreements
Sunrun agreed to provide energy capacity from its residential battery and solar systems to Voltus for AI hyperscaler agreements in PJM and MISO regions, supporting grid reliability.
Europe’s Banks Are Treating Hydrogen As A Niche, Not An Economy
European banks are treating hydrogen production as niche investments rather than economy-wide transformation, with lending flowing only to projects replacing existing fossil hydrogen consumption rather than creating new demand.
Mahle Introduces Range Extender For Electric Trucks
Mahle will debut a range extender system for electric trucks at an industry trade show, claiming it boosts range to over 800 km while cutting emissions roughly 80 percent compared to diesel engines.
Oil Bulls Take Control as Iran Deal Collapses and Hormuz Stays Restricted
October WTI crude futures rose 5.91% this week to $86.31 as negotiations collapsed and the Strait of Hormuz remained severely restricted, limiting global oil shipments.
The Battery Boom Is Becoming Impossible to Ignore
Global battery energy storage capacity surged to 301.7 gigawatts in 2025, a 65.8% increase from the prior year, with China and the United States accounting for roughly two-thirds of worldwide installations.
Toyota Is Still Working On That New Fluoride-Ion EV Battery
Toyota continues development of fluoride-ion EV batteries in partnership with Johns Hopkins University and the Toyota Research Institute, aiming to create batteries with significantly higher energy density than conventional lithium-ion alternatives.
India Builds Clean Power Faster Than It Can Use It
India is expanding renewable energy capacity more rapidly than it can integrate into its grid, presenting challenges for energy distribution and utilization despite strong clean power growth.
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2019’s Most & Least Energy-Efficient States – WalletHub Study
With the U.S. Department of Energy estimating families could save up to 25% on utilities with energy efficient measures, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2019’s Most & Least Energy-Efficient States as well as accompanying videos....
Preparing for a Power Outage
Whether you are a Floridian gearing up for one of the many hurricanes bearing down on the Southern cities of the United States or a contractor building homes in a remote stretch of the Malaysian jungle, you know the importance of power. Electricity is the lifeblood of...
Green Revolution: Eight Ways to Save the Earth and Your Pocketbook
In today’s world, saving money isn’t just nice to do, it can be vital. Yet at the same time, helping out our planet seems almost like a necessity. It used to be that these two goals were almost incompatible, as “green” products were often frivolous luxuries....
New York Driving: Energy Efficient Cars or Mass Transit?
New Yorkers who want to get around in the most environmentally friendly way have two smart choices. Every year, cars that are more fuel-efficient than the previous year’s models are released. For residents of New York’s boroughs, though, the subway and other mass...