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World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
13 hours ago

Nepal announces two-day weekends as fuel crisis caused by Iran war deepens

Nepal has reduced the workweek to five days due to an energy crisis, closing government offices and schools on Saturdays and Sundays.
#windfall-tax
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
1 day ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
Europe news
fromFortune
1 day ago

European ministers urge EU to impose windfall taxes on energy companies as prices spike 'to ensure that this burden is distributed fairly' | Fortune

European finance ministers are urging a bloc-wide windfall tax on energy companies to address rising oil and gas prices and inflation concerns.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
1 day ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
1 day ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
Europe news
fromFortune
1 day ago

European ministers urge EU to impose windfall taxes on energy companies as prices spike 'to ensure that this burden is distributed fairly' | Fortune

European finance ministers are urging a bloc-wide windfall tax on energy companies to address rising oil and gas prices and inflation concerns.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
1 day ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
#middle-east-conflict
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
#energy-crisis
fromIndependent
2 days ago
UK politics

Carpool, slow down and do your laundry at night - families to be warned to cut energy use in government campaign amid Iran crisis

Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

In Europe, lobbyists are using soaring fuel prices to make the case for more dirty energy

Europe is better prepared for the energy crisis but faces challenges from high fuel prices and opposition to renewable energy policies.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Energy crisis: why keep calm but cut down' may be a better message for Labour

Government messaging on energy crisis may downplay serious challenges and hinder sensible consumption reduction advice.
fromIndependent
2 days ago
UK politics

Carpool, slow down and do your laundry at night - families to be warned to cut energy use in government campaign amid Iran crisis

UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Starmer must call energy summit akin to 2008 crisis response, Labour MP says

A global energy summit is needed to address the impending energy crisis caused by the US-Israeli war on Iran.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Starmer's five-point plan' was not a plan | Nils Pratley

The government's five-point plan for the crisis includes outdated measures and lacks clarity on support for consumers affected by rising energy costs.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

In Europe, lobbyists are using soaring fuel prices to make the case for more dirty energy

Europe is better prepared for the energy crisis but faces challenges from high fuel prices and opposition to renewable energy policies.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Energy crisis: why keep calm but cut down' may be a better message for Labour

Government messaging on energy crisis may downplay serious challenges and hinder sensible consumption reduction advice.
#renewable-energy
Environment
fromArs Technica
3 days ago

Renewables dominate 2025's newly installed generating capacity

Renewable energy capacity grew by 700 GW last year, accounting for 86% of global generating capacity growth.
US Elections
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Clean Energy Industry Launching Campaign of Vengeance

The renewable energy sector faces significant challenges due to policy changes and political opposition during Trump's presidency.
Environment
fromTheregister
4 days ago

Renewables hit 49.4% of global electricity capacity in 2025

Renewable energy reached nearly half of global electricity capacity in 2025, but commitments to renewable energy are still not on track.
Environment
fromEarth911
6 days ago

Sustainability In Your Ear: Schneider Electric's Steve Wilhite Maps the Renewable Energy Transition

The global energy system is shifting to distributed renewables and digital optimization, with a significant gap between corporate sustainability ambitions and delivery capabilities.
Environment
fromArs Technica
3 days ago

Renewables dominate 2025's newly installed generating capacity

Renewable energy capacity grew by 700 GW last year, accounting for 86% of global generating capacity growth.
US Elections
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Clean Energy Industry Launching Campaign of Vengeance

The renewable energy sector faces significant challenges due to policy changes and political opposition during Trump's presidency.
Environment
fromTheregister
4 days ago

Renewables hit 49.4% of global electricity capacity in 2025

Renewable energy reached nearly half of global electricity capacity in 2025, but commitments to renewable energy are still not on track.
Environment
fromEarth911
6 days ago

Sustainability In Your Ear: Schneider Electric's Steve Wilhite Maps the Renewable Energy Transition

The global energy system is shifting to distributed renewables and digital optimization, with a significant gap between corporate sustainability ambitions and delivery capabilities.
#data-centers
fromFuturism
4 days ago
OMG science

Data Centers Causing Huge Temperature Spikes for Miles Around Them, Study Suggests

Environment
fromFortune
1 week ago

Data centers aren't breaking the grid. A broken grid is | Fortune

A new Senate bill misidentifies data centers as the problem, while the real issue lies in an outdated and underbuilt electrical grid.
US politics
fromFast Company
1 month ago

As data centers drive up electricity costs, the fight over who's footing the bill continues

Tech companies face bipartisan pressure to pay for AI data centers' high electricity costs amid rising energy prices and growing political backlash.
Data science
fromThe Walrus
3 days ago

Data Centres Are on Track to Wreck the Planet. Can We Stop Them? | The Walrus

Hyperscaled data centers consume massive power and water, raising concerns about their environmental impact.
Tech industry
fromAxios
2 days ago

AI boom drives clash between grid power vs. energy "islands"

On-site power for data centers is increasing, with projections suggesting it could reach 50% of planned capacity.
OMG science
fromFuturism
4 days ago

Data Centers Causing Huge Temperature Spikes for Miles Around Them, Study Suggests

Data centers are creating heat islands, raising land temperatures by up to 16 degrees Fahrenheit and affecting over 340 million people.
Tech industry
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

The latest in data centers, AI, and energy

Massive data centers are essential for AI development but raise concerns about their environmental and community impact.
Environment
fromFortune
1 week ago

Data centers aren't breaking the grid. A broken grid is | Fortune

A new Senate bill misidentifies data centers as the problem, while the real issue lies in an outdated and underbuilt electrical grid.
Alternative transportation
fromFast Company
1 day ago

3 surprising (but simple) ways to save gas as fuel costs skyrocket

Gas prices are rising due to disruptions in oil supply chains, particularly from the conflict in Iran, leading to increased costs at the pump.
#ai
Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

Why Entrepreneurs Can't Ignore AI's Growing Energy Demands

AI's rapid growth is significantly increasing global electricity demand, reshaping energy as a strategic business asset for entrepreneurs.
Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

Why Entrepreneurs Can't Ignore AI's Growing Energy Demands

AI's rapid growth is significantly increasing global electricity demand, reshaping energy as a strategic business asset for entrepreneurs.
Environment
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Critical minerals are required to power AI data center demand

AI is driving unprecedented demand for energy storage solutions, particularly batteries, to support data centers and ensure grid stability.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

ANALYSIS | The energy crisis is getting worse. How protected is Canada? | CBC News

Gasoline prices in Canada are rising due to a global energy crisis, but the country is less affected than others due to its energy production capacity.
Non-profit organizations
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Trump's 2027 budget would cut billions from clean energy and climate programs while boosting military spending

Trump's 2027 budget proposal includes significant cuts to clean energy and environmental programs, aiming to eliminate funding for the 'green agenda.'
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

National Grid revamping key Staten Island natural gas site | amNewYork

National Grid New York is modernizing Staten Island's Grasmere Gate Station to enhance natural gas supply for 100,000 customers.
Cars
fromWIRED
3 days ago

Gas Prices Are Soaring. So Is the Demand for Used EVs

Increased interest in used electric vehicles at iDrive1 Motors amid rising gas prices and reduced new EV offerings from automakers.
Venture
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

Bitcoin Miner Soluna Closes $53 Million Wind Farm Acquisition in West Texas

Soluna Holdings acquired the 150 MW Briscoe Wind Farm to power its AI data center, achieving full vertical integration and energy sovereignty.
Berlin food
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Food prices spiked in March as Middle East conflict drove up energy costs, UN says

Food prices surged in March due to rising energy costs from the Middle East conflict, with projections of continued inflation into 2026.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Plug Power Gains 6%: 3 Reasons Investors Are Betting on a Hydrogen Comeback Story

Plug Power's stock has risen 6% amid positive financial developments and a strategic turnaround plan.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Can Russia help fill the global energy gap?

Higher crude prices from the Strait of Hormuz disruption have increased Russia's energy export earnings, but its capacity is threatened by Ukrainian attacks.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Drivers urged to drive 10% slower to improve fuel efficiency'

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues, urging support for quality reporting without paywalls.
SF politics
fromFortune
6 days ago

Hyperscalers often lack the "aptitude" on power as the political push picks up to expedite grid connections and pipelines | Fortune

Federal efforts to expedite power grid interconnections face challenges due to hyperscalers' communication issues and lack of understanding of processes.
France news
fromThe Local France
4 days ago

PM orders France to step up electrification projects in face of oil crisis

France's government is prioritizing electrification to reduce dependence on imported oil and address rising fuel prices.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

What will power the grid in 2035? The race is wide open | TechCrunch

Tech companies are seeking new energy sources due to AI's power demands, with fusion and fission startups gaining traction amid natural gas supply chain vulnerabilities.
Environment
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

NPR wants your big question about reducing your climate impact and saving money

Rising utility bills and oil prices are influenced by geopolitical factors and climate change, prompting inquiries about spending decisions that can reduce emissions and save money.
UK politics
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Carpool, slow down and do your laundry at night - families to be warned to cut energy use in government campaign amid Iran crisis

Officials are meeting daily to address rising fuel prices due to the Iran war and promote energy-saving measures.
World news
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

EU warns it's 'preparing for worst scenarios' and assessing 'all possibilities' including fuel rationing as energy crisis deepens

Tehran plans to charge for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to ensure safe navigation amid rising tensions with the US.
Tech industry
fromWIRED
3 days ago

A New Google-Funded Data Center Will Be Powered by a Massive Gas Plant

A pragmatic 'all-of-the-above' strategy is essential for energy, with gas as a critical bridge while investing in renewables.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Wall Street Backs Ur-Energy as a Top Made-in-America Uranium Play

Ur-Energy is rated a Buy with a C$3.25 target, benefiting from U.S. energy policies and domestic uranium production.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

2 Nuclear Stocks Energy That Might Be Worth Buying on the Dip

Nuclear energy stocks present long-term buying opportunities despite recent declines and market uncertainties.
fromCN Traveller
4 days ago

How the global fuel crisis is affecting travel in Asia right now

South Korea has launched a nationwide energy-saving campaign, enforcing an odd-even vehicle restriction system for public-sector cars based on licence plate numbers. Authorities urge voluntary compliance from private vehicle owners.
Alternative transportation
Europe news
fromThe Local France
1 day ago

European drivers choke on rising diesel prices

Diesel prices in Europe have surged over 30% due to the Middle East war, highlighting dependence on imported energy.
OMG science
fromWIRED
1 week ago

One Way or Another, Most of Our Electricity Comes From Solar Power

Electric power generation primarily relies on the interaction between magnets and coils, with various methods to induce motion.
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Carpool, slow down and do your laundry at night - Government to warn public on energy use if Iran crisis persists

Officials from the Department of Energy are meeting daily as the Iran war drives up the price of fuel. A public awareness campaign is urging citizens to 'save energy, save your pocket.'
UK politics
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
3 days ago

America's "Most Dangerous Dependence": Can the U.S. Win the Critical Minerals Competition?

China's dominance in critical minerals creates significant vulnerabilities for the U.S. and poses a strategic challenge.
Non-profit organizations
fromNature
1 week ago

'Continuity over novelty': why environmental science needs to rethink its focus

The closure of forest-service research offices threatens long-term ecological research and institutional memory in the US.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

G7 ready to take necessary measures' to ensure energy market stability

We stand ready to take all necessary measures in close coordination with our partners, including to preserve the stability and security of the energy market, said the G7 in a statement after a teleconference.
World news
#energy-transition
Environment
fromFortune
3 days ago

Countries are turning to 'structurally more resilient' energy sources as oil and gas crisis deepens, UN renewables chief says | Fortune

The energy transition is accelerating, with renewables now comprising 49.4% of global energy capacity, driven by geopolitical factors and decreasing costs.
Environment
fromFortune
3 days ago

Countries are turning to 'structurally more resilient' energy sources as oil and gas crisis deepens, UN renewables chief says | Fortune

The energy transition is accelerating, with renewables now comprising 49.4% of global energy capacity, driven by geopolitical factors and decreasing costs.
Business
fromhbr.org
1 week ago

How Leaders Can Get Strategic About Energy Costs

Energy management is shifting from a marginal cost issue to a critical board-level concern for resilience and competitiveness.
fromEarth911
2 weeks ago

Should You Go Solar In 2026?

The most consequential shift for anyone considering rooftop solar in 2026 is the expiration of Section 25D, the Residential Clean Energy Credit. That 30% credit, which was worth up to $9,000 on a $30,000 system, is no longer available for home solar installations. The One Big Beautiful Bill, signed July 4, 2025, accelerated the phase-out that the Inflation Reduction Act had originally extended through 2034.
SF real estate
Artificial intelligence
fromInfoQ
1 week ago

Green IT: How to Reduce the Impact of AI on the Environment

AI's energy consumption and hardware churn pose significant challenges for green IT, necessitating sustainable design and transparency in usage costs.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Trump's Iran war and energy policies outline dangerous volatility' of fossil fuel push

Trump's actions have exposed the volatility of fossil fuels and the urgent need for a transition to clean energy.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Google teams up with gas plant for AI datacenter in sharp turn from climate goals

Google partners with Crusoe Energy for a natural gas power plant to supply energy for its Texas datacenter, marking a shift from its carbon-neutral goals.
Environment
fromFast Company
2 days ago

California just hit an inflection point for batteries

California's battery storage reached 12.3 gigawatts, providing 43% of grid demand, significantly reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering energy costs.
#oil-prices
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Would more North Sea drilling mean lower energy prices for UK consumers?

Oil prices may rise to $150 a barrel due to supply issues, impacting costs across various sectors despite proposed UK drilling plans.
Europe news
fromCity AM
4 days ago

Europe urges fewer flights, remote working as Iran war drains oil supplies

Oil prices are rising due to the Iran war, prompting Europe to implement emergency measures to conserve energy.
Environment
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

The Iran War Just Revived Clean Energy - Buy This ETF Before Its Too Late

Rising oil prices due to geopolitical tensions are accelerating the transition to clean energy as an economic necessity.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Would more North Sea drilling mean lower energy prices for UK consumers?

Oil prices may rise to $150 a barrel due to supply issues, impacting costs across various sectors despite proposed UK drilling plans.
Europe news
fromCity AM
4 days ago

Europe urges fewer flights, remote working as Iran war drains oil supplies

Oil prices are rising due to the Iran war, prompting Europe to implement emergency measures to conserve energy.
Environment
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

The Iran War Just Revived Clean Energy - Buy This ETF Before Its Too Late

Rising oil prices due to geopolitical tensions are accelerating the transition to clean energy as an economic necessity.
Environment
fromGothamist
3 days ago

NY energy experts, advocates say Iran war shows need for Hochul to implement climate law

Hochul's energy policy prioritizes fossil fuels over renewables, but experts warn this approach may lead to higher costs and missed climate goals.
#solar-power
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Solar is winning the energy race

Solar power is rapidly scaling, becoming the world's cheapest energy source and surpassing coal, gas, and nuclear in capacity and usage.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Solar is winning the energy race

Solar power is rapidly scaling, becoming the world's cheapest energy source and surpassing coal, gas, and nuclear in capacity and usage.
Environment
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

Meta's natural gas binge could power South Dakota | TechCrunch

Meta's new AI data center will require as much power as South Dakota, prompting the construction of 10 natural gas power plants in Louisiana.
Environment
fromFortune
4 days ago

Data centers are so hot, their 'heat island' effect is raising temperatures up to 6 miles away and impacting 343 million people worldwide, study finds | Fortune

AI infrastructure is creating a 'data heat island effect' that raises local temperatures and impacts millions of people.
#fossil-fuels-advocacy
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Asia ramps up use of dirty fuels to cover energy shortfall triggered by Iran war

Asian governments are increasing coal use to address energy shortages caused by geopolitical conflicts, raising environmental concerns and calls for renewable energy investment.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.com
1 week ago

What are European countries doing to keep fuel costs down?

War in the Middle East is causing energy market volatility, prompting European governments to intervene to lower fuel costs for consumers.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Who wins and loses in the global energy crisis?

The war in the Middle East is exposing how dependent the world is on a handful of strategic chokepoints. The Strait of Hormuz a narrow waterway in the Gulf is closed. The longer this goes on, the faster the global energy map could be reshaped.
World politics
Environment
fromTheregister
4 days ago

AI datacenters create heat islands around them, paper finds

Datacenters significantly raise surrounding temperatures, impacting communities up to 10 km away, with average increases between 1.5°C and 2.4°C.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Europe's staggering' clean power gains undermined by failure to phase out fuel-burning machines

Europe must accelerate electrification to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and manage rising energy costs amid the global oil crisis.
Environment
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Senators want US energy information agency to monitor data center electricity usage

Utilities may inflate electricity demand forecasts due to data center shopping, leading to inaccurate growth projections.
#energy-consumption
Environment
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Senators Demand to Know How Much Energy Data Centers Use

Senators Warren and Hawley demand better energy use data from data centers for accurate grid planning and consumer protection.
Environment
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Drive more slowly and work from home to help ease energy crisis, IEA urges

Governments are urged to implement measures to reduce energy consumption amid high prices due to the Gulf conflict.
Environment
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Senators Demand to Know How Much Energy Data Centers Use

Senators Warren and Hawley demand better energy use data from data centers for accurate grid planning and consumer protection.
Environment
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Drive more slowly and work from home to help ease energy crisis, IEA urges

Governments are urged to implement measures to reduce energy consumption amid high prices due to the Gulf conflict.
Europe news
fromwww.cnbc.com
2 weeks ago

Work from home, drive slower and don't use gas cookers: IEA advice on weathering the global energy crisis

Lowering demand is essential to mitigate the impact of the largest supply disruption in the global oil market amid escalating geopolitical tensions.
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 week ago

Why IT leaders need to consider AI's energy footprint | Computer Weekly

We are making sure that we have renewable energy powering all of our datacentre footprint. We have 100% renewable power today that is powering all of Azure, and we're very proud to build that base and essentially stimulate renewable energy around the world and in the UK.
Environment
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Earth being pushed beyond its limits' as energy imbalance reaches record high

The Earth is experiencing a record energy imbalance, leading to unprecedented ocean warming and extreme weather, threatening health and food supplies.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Sam Altman would like remind you that humans use a lot of energy, too | TechCrunch

Modern AI systems do not require large amounts of water; total energy use is a valid concern that calls for rapid transition to clean power.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

China boosts profitable renewables as Trump clings to coal

China rapidly expanded wind and solar capacity in 2025 and dominates global clean-tech manufacturing, outpacing the US in climate-related industry.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

How to meet the surging energy demand without needing as much new electricity

When Specian dug into the data, he discovered that implementing energy-efficiency measures and shifting electricity usage to lower-demand times are two of the fastest and cheapest ways of meeting growing thirst for electricity. These moves could help meet much, if not all, of the nation's projected load growth. Moreover, they would cost only half-or less-what building out new infrastructure would, while avoiding the emissions those operations would bring.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

How clean energy could save us trillions DW 01/07/2026

In the rolling hills of southeast Queensland, Australia, farmer and businessman Brent Finlay stands beneath turbines so tall they rival skyscrapers. "There's a lift inside that takes about 12 minutes to go from the bottom to the top," he said, pointing skyward. Forty-five of the giant turbines that now dot his property are part of the massive MacIntyre Wind Farm which will soon generate enough electricity to power 700,000 homes.
Environment
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