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Duke’s New Energy Plan for Data Centers Requires Consumer Protections Now
Duke Energy’s latest plan proposes new gas plants and extended coal operations based on speculative data center demand, prompting calls for consumer protection guardrails from regulators.
Solar Power Passes 3 Terawatts!
Global solar power capacity has surpassed 3 terawatts, driven by growth in China and emerging markets worldwide, with projections reaching 9 terawatts by 2036.
OCTA Is Spending Again On Hydrogen Because The Fuel Chain Failed
Orange County Transportation Authority is investing another $27.6 million in hydrogen infrastructure after its existing fueling system became unusable, forcing a major fleet expansion despite previous operational failures.
Norway’s national oil company’s profits double to $11.5bn amid war on Iran
Norway’s Equinor reported quarterly profits of $11.5 billion, nearly double the prior year, driven by elevated oil and gas prices resulting from geopolitical tensions affecting global energy supplies.
Households near new pylons to get £250 taken off annual energy bills
UK households within 500 meters of new power pylons will receive £250 annual energy bill discounts as the government pursues over 40 grid upgrade projects nationwide to modernize infrastructure.
BP to develop offshore gasfield in Venezuela with firms linked to Trump administration
BP has partnered with firms linked to the Trump administration to develop an offshore gasfield in Venezuela, marking one of the first major foreign investments since the US-backed change of government in January.
Move Local Energy Goals Forward: Apply to the Energy Technology Innovation Partnership Project
The U.S. Department of Energy’s Energy Technology Innovation Partnership Project is accepting applications from coastal, remote, and island communities seeking affordable energy solutions with support from national laboratories and regional organizations.
More Renewables Lead To Lower Demand For Methane In Europe
Renewable energy sources have surpassed methane-fired generation across Europe, marking a structural shift in the continent’s power market driven by rapid wind and solar capacity expansion since 2022.
Thousands of Comments Shared with Governor Katie Hobbs Passionately Oppose Desert Southwest Gas Pipeline
Environmental groups delivered approximately 2,000 public comments to Arizona’s governor opposing the Desert Southwest Pipeline, which would transport methane gas to power data centers across the Southwest region.
Airlines Scramble for Jet Fuel as Hormuz Disruption Drags On
Global jet fuel shortages have intensified as the Strait of Hormuz closure persists, forcing airlines worldwide to scramble for alternative supplies and manage volatile fuel costs.
Ministers urged to curb energy costs as Great British homes face 13% bill surge
Great Britain households face a 13% surge in energy bills this week, reaching £1,862 annually as consumer energy debt hits record levels of nearly £4.8 billion.
Lawyers to investigate claims of GB power grid cover-up over blackout risk
Great Britain’s grid operator has commissioned independent investigators to examine whistleblower claims of a cover-up regarding blackout risks during a recent heatwave in late June.
Saudi Arabia’s $5 Oil Detour Is Expensive—and Worth It
Saudi Arabia is routing crude oil through an expensive detour via Egypt and around Africa to avoid blocked shipping chokepoints, adding approximately $5 per barrel in costs but providing crucial supply resilience.
New Anti-Energy Efficiency Bill Will Cost Consumers, Waste Energy
Senator Mike Lee introduced legislation to eliminate energy efficiency standards, potentially increasing energy costs and grid strain while benefiting fossil fuel interests.
China Is Betting on Quantum Tech to Fix Its Power Grid
China is testing quantum technologies at a power substation in Anhui province to improve grid resilience, reliability, and fault detection capabilities.
U.S. Battery Storage Capacity Averaged 70% Growth Over The Last Three Years
U.S. utility-scale battery storage capacity reached 52 GW by mid-2026, with operators planning to add 54 GW over the next two and a half years.
World’s Largest 12.8 GWh Battery Storage Cluster Activated in China
Envision Group activated an AI-managed 12.8-gigawatt-hour battery storage network in northern China, featuring a 4-gigawatt-hour flagship facility that officials claim is the world’s largest single-site electrochemical storage installation.
Is Iran Preparing to Permanently Block the Strait of Hormuz?
Iran’s Parliament reviews a bill to permanently ban certain vessels from the Strait of Hormuz while President Trump claims a deal is near, creating market uncertainty as Brent crude settles around $83 per barrel.
U.S. Solar and Storage Industry Statement on New Sec. 232 Tariffs on Solar
The Trump administration imposed tariffs and minimum import prices on polysilicon and solar products, prompting industry groups to warn of manufacturing challenges and higher energy costs.
Energy Discovery Awaits Within the Spin of Atoms
Researchers at the National Laboratory of the Rockies are expanding applications of nuclear magnetic resonance technology to advance innovation in batteries, semiconductors, and bioplastics by analyzing atomic structures.
Students To Help Identify Retirement Options for Energy Technologies
A new DOE-funded competition challenges collegiate teams to develop recycling and repurposing solutions for decommissioned energy technology components, addressing growing waste management needs in the U.S. energy sector.
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Global News: A Natural Resources Crisis Worse Than Financial Crunch
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How Is the UK Housing Market Facing Brexit in 2018?
Brexit is one of the biggest challenges that the UK is facing this century. Though it will follow a transition period of two years, it is unsure how the UK will stand as a business endeavour for investors and homeowners alike when it comes to the housing market. More...
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