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Emissions from Australian coal-fired power stations rise as wind and hydro dip

More electricity demand and lower than usual generation from two renewable sources raises questions about climate targets

The Guardian - AU

After wood pellet reporting failures, it’s time for a proper review of Drax’s subsidies

Before biomass firm is promised a penny extra from billpayers, Ed Miliband should commission a review of its business model

The Guardian - UK

Africa's nuclear dreams a fusion of high hopes and high hurdles

Africa’s nuclear energy ambitions face significant challenges as experts question whether the continent’s infrastructure can support such a leap. Industry leaders from the US and Africa's nuclear energy sector are meeting in Nairobi this week to discuss how to move forward.

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How to protect yourself from solar scams

For many, solar power makes sense. But some big companies are preying on people with expensive plans

Salon

UK may unveil tougher emissions targets at Cop29 climate summit

Campaigners hail Labour’s ‘proactive approach’ after series of policy U-turns under Conservatives

The Guardian - UK

Drax to pay £25m after regulator finds wood pellet reporting failures

Energy regulator’s investigation found ‘inadequate data governance’ over sourcing of wood to fuel power station

The Guardian - UK

Quarter Of China's Energy Now Comes From Non-carbon Sources: White Paper

A quarter of all the energy China consumes now comes from non-carbon sources, according to research published Thursday, as Beijing rapidly pivots its huge economy to a greener footing.

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US stocks rise on faster economic growth despite Nvidia nerves – as it happened

Live coverage as US GDP figures show faster economic growth but Nvidia share price falls in after hours trading

The Guardian - UK

Wondering what to make of warnings about our electricity system? The outlook is improving – but we’re not out of the woods

Every year, authorities release a snapshot of how reliable our electricity supply will be in the coming decade. And each time, commentators have divergent takes on what it all means.

The Conversation

Huge Shetland wind farm and 160-mile long subsea cable project completed

Energy giants at SSE have announced the completion of what is expected to be the most productive onshore wind farm in the UK – along with a…

The National (Scotland)

Energy 'reliability gaps' ahead for homes, businesses

New sources of power and transmission must be built "on time and in full" to secure the nation's electricity grid, the Australian market operator has warned.

AAP

Morning Mail: renewables crucial to reliable power, Paralympics open, inside the new MDMA therapy

Electricity authority says supplies won’t fail if wind and solar power projects are rolled out in time

The Guardian - AU

Switzerland Reopens Door For New Nuclear Power Plants

Switzerland said Wednesday it was open to building new nuclear power stations in the long term, given new geopolitical uncertainties, climate targets and population growth boosting the demand for electricity.

International Business Times

Support planned for UK households struggling with winter energy bills

Government discusses support for those struggling after criticism over cuts to winter fuel payments

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Without new gas, the Australian warns, an ‘energy crisis’ is nigh – but is the scary rhetoric justified?

The country needs more gas in the short term because of our sluggish transition to renewables – but at worst the shortfall may lead to some rationing

The Guardian - AU

Australia’s electricity grid to remain reliable if renewable projects delivered ‘on time and in full’, Aemo says

Investments in solar, wind, batteries, pumped hydro and transmission links are vital, authority says

International Business Times

China's Solar Sector Blazes Trail In Commitment To Renewables

Hundreds of rows of gleaming panels blanket swathes of scrubby sand at sunset in a remote northern Chinese desert -- once the biggest solar farm in the world.

The Conversation

NZ energy crisis: electricity demand will jump as NZ decarbonises – can renewable generation keep up?

The prime minister has called it an “energy security crisis” and signalled a review of New Zealand’s electricity market as wholesale prices spike and industries suffer.

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Watchdog withdraws objection over plans for major wind farm

A HERITAGE watchdog has withdrawn its objection to a major wind farm earmarked for land south of Hawick after the project was scaled back ...

The Conversation

Giant batteries to store wind and solar power can speed up South Africa’s energy transition – how that can happen

South Africa is at a pivotal moment in its energy transition: trying to decarbonise its economy (move away from coal) and make sure that everyone has access to reliable and affordable energy. Storage of renewable energy is very important for this transition. Solar and wind power are not available all…

The Guardian - UK

Police acting as ‘private security’ for Drax power station, say climate activists

Greenpeace among 150 groups expressing outrage after preemptive arrests led to cancellation of protest camp

The Guardian - UK

‘This is the future’: why turbines that float could be the new wave in British wind power

Britain is a world leader in fixed coastal installations. But in the deep open sea, where wind speeds are higher, a new generation of farms will be required

Radio France Internationale

Kenya to build first nuclear power plant by 2034 amid local opposition

Kenya’s first nuclear power plant is set to open in 2034 on the coast of the Indian Ocean, the government announced as it prepares to host a US-Africa summit on nuclear energy next week. The announcement has already raised objections from activists and local residents over safety and environmental concerns.

The Guardian - UK

Great Britain on track to generate record levels of summer solar power

Forecasts suggest June-to-August output will exceed the high recorded in 2022 despite relatively poor weather

The Guardian - UK

What is the energy price cap and can I cut my bill?

The lowdown on what the quarterly decision by Ofgem means for households in Great Britain

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