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‘Risking blackouts’? How Great Britain’s grid operator was dragged into a political row
Britain’s grid operator faced political scrutiny after whistleblowers alleged senior management covered up strain on the power system during summer heatwaves and prioritized reputation over grid safety.
Octopus Energy denies it is anti-union as GMB pushes for recognition for workers
GMB union is seeking formal recognition at Octopus Energy, the UK’s largest energy company, while the firm asserts there is no current staff demand for unionisation.
Here Comes The Fathom Electric Pickup Truck, Minus Pics
Ford is moving forward with its Fathom electric pickup truck, planning to begin taking pre-orders early next year with a starting price of $28,350 at its Kentucky manufacturing facility.
The Trillion-Dollar Problem at the Heart of the AI Boom
AI spending among UK small businesses has quadrupled since 2024, yet accounts for only 0.1% of total card transactions, raising questions about whether current adoption levels justify massive infrastructure investments by major AI firms.
AI Set to Extend Fossil Fuel Dominance
A new study warns that AI’s use in expanding fossil fuel industries may increase global emissions by up to 1.8 billion tons annually, potentially derailing climate pledges and extending fossil fuel dominance.
Europe’s Gas Storage Crunch Deepens Ahead of Heating Season
European natural gas storage levels have reached their lowest point in 17 years, with supplies tighter than during the 2022 crisis. With heating season approaching in less than three months, the region faces mounting pressure to secure additional inventory amid limited global LNG availability.
Have Middle East Oil Flows Rebounded to 15 Million Bpd as U.S. Claims?
U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright claimed Middle East oil exports reached 15 million barrels per day, but vessel-tracking services report figures around half that volume, creating a significant discrepancy.
ForeFront Power Completes Its First Erthos Solar Energy System for the City of Fresno
ForeFront Power completed its first Erthos solar system at Fresno’s Northeast Surface Water Treatment Plant, using innovative earth-mounted modules to reduce costs and electricity rates for the city.
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 Responds to Attorney General Rokita’s Lawsuit to Block the Rockport Coal Plant Retirement
The Sierra Club opposes Indiana’s attorney general filing to block the planned 2028 retirement of the Rockport coal plant, calling it another effort to protect coal while supporting data centers.
US Govt. Supports New Green Hydrogen Project In Morocco
The US government is supporting a green hydrogen project in Morocco through a $5.7 million grant to develop electrolyzer technology for large-scale ammonia production in the country’s southern provinces.
Germany Is Rebuilding Its Failed Russian Gas Strategy With Hydrogen
Germany’s hydrogen strategy relies heavily on subsidies covering up to 80% of truck costs and 50% of refueling station investments, raising questions about genuine commercial viability beyond government support.
Europe’s heatwave drives electricity prices to new highs as demand soars
European electricity prices soared to multi-year highs as a heatwave drove surging demand while power plant outages and reduced renewable generation tightened supply across the continent.
Exploit last North Sea oil and gas or risk mass job losses, Andy Burnham urged
The British Chambers of Commerce director urges Andy Burnham to approve North Sea oil and gas extraction at Jackdaw and Rosebank to prevent job losses as the transition to renewable energy lags.
‘Risking blackouts’? How Great Britain’s grid operator was dragged into a political row
Great Britain’s grid operator faced allegations of downplaying power strain during a June heatwave, with whistleblowers claiming senior managers ordered staff to avoid creating audit trails and prioritized reputation protection over grid stability.
DCC, one of FTSE 100’s biggest energy firms, agrees £5.75bn takeover
US private equity firms KKR and Energy Capital Partners have agreed to acquire FTSE 100 energy company DCC for £5.75bn, though the founder and major shareholders oppose the deal.
Sierra Club Urges Rejection of Meta’s Attempt to Use Minor Source Loophole
Sierra Club opposes Meta’s air permit revision for its Louisiana data center, arguing the project exceeds minor-source pollution limits and requires a more stringent major-source permit with mandatory public hearings.
China’s 15th Five-Year Plan For Solar & Wind Is Huge
China’s 15th Five-Year Plan targets 370 gigawatts of new wind and solar capacity across seven major bases during 2026–2030, alongside support for decentralized renewable energy projects.
Energy Storage Startup Nails $550M To Chase Fossil Fuels Away
Long-duration energy storage startup Antora Energy secured $550 million in Series C funding to expand production and deployment of its thermal battery systems across the United States.
Water Power Winners Emerge As Collegiate Competitions Surge
Cal Poly won the 2026 Hydropower Collegiate Competition while USC claimed victory in the Marine Energy competition, with a record 45 teams selected for 2027 competitions.
Fuel Cell Trucks And Buses Need More Green Hydrogen
Fuel cell trucks and buses are gaining traction as zero-emission vehicles, but require expanded green hydrogen infrastructure and production to achieve sustainability at scale.
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