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Are You in Love or Just Obsessed? 5 Clear Signs

True love must feel like home. Obsession gives us that sense of a ticking time bomb. It is not hard to get lost in the gray area between these two things, particularly during the first stages of a relationship when each text seems charged with electricity and each silence with…

MyLifeXP · Jul 17

Andy Burnham can slash energy bills by £200 a year with these policies, says Octopus Energy founder

Octopus energy has urged the upcoming prime minister to overhaul the market

The Independent UK · Jul 17

In the 1780s, Luigi Galvani watched frog muscles twitch near a spark; the accident launched “animal electricity” and helped spark modern electrophysiology

An early 1780s experiment with a frog leg and static electricity led to a significant scientific discovery. Luigi Galvani observed that dead frog legs twitched when touched by a scalpel and metal. He theorized that living tissues possessed their own inherent electrical charge, which he termed animal electricity. This groundbreaking…

The Economic Times · Jul 17

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A Spanish company built a bladeless wind turbine that sways instead of spinning, turning the vibrations caused by wind into electricity

A Spanish company has developed bladeless wind turbines that oscillate to generate electricity. These devices use vortex-induced vibrations, a phenomenon engineers usually avoid. The bladeless design offers a lighter, quieter, and mechanically simpler alternative to traditional turbines. While currently less powerful, they are suited for small-scale and remote energy needs.…

The Times of India · Jul 17

India gets its first hydrogen train, but bigger story lies elsewhere

India's first hydrogen-powered train, launched on the Jind-Sonipat route in Haryana, is less about transforming rail transport and more about showcasing the country's broader green hydrogen ambitions.

The Economic Times · Jul 17

Assam plans Rs 77,353 crore investment to generate 8,457 MW power, aims to become energy-surplus state

Assam plans a significant investment exceeding Rs 77,353 crore for power generation projects. This ambitious plan aims to boost the state's electricity output to 8,457 megawatts. The investment will cover hydro, solar, thermal, and energy storage initiatives across the region. Pumped storage projects with 4,900 MW capacity have already received…

The Economic Times · Jul 17

Why your heat pump isn’t saving you money – and what could change that

The right mix of energy upgrades saved houses as much as €1,150 annually, according to a new study.

Euronews · Jul 17

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PM Modi flags off India's first hydrogen-powered train in Haryana, joins select global club of nations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off India's first hydrogen-powered train. This train generates its own electricity onboard using hydrogen, the cleanest fuel. It produces near-zero emissions at the point of use, reflecting a cleaner energy journey. The trainset has been designed and engineered in India using indigenous technology. This…

The Economic Times · Jul 17

CPI(M) leader Mani cites lack of vision of UDF govt as reason for power crisis in Kerala

Senior CPI(M) leader M M Mani criticised the UDF government's vision for addressing the power crisis. He stated that Kerala has never met its power demand independently. Mani claimed that sufficient power purchase agreements were not made by the current administration. This comes after the Electricity Minister cited low rainfall…

The Economic Times · Jul 17

Hydrogen-powered trains likely to play niche role in India: Experts

India launched its first hydrogen-powered train, marking a move toward cleaner energy sources. This initiative signifies a shift from fossil fuel dependence for railways. Hydrogen trains will likely play a niche role on specific routes. Their long-term contribution depends on affordable green hydrogen availability. This technology supports India's climate goals…

The Economic Times · Jul 17

Power plan for data centres readied

Thailand's energy authorities are intensifying efforts to finalise considerations for the country's pilot direct power purchase agreement (PPA) scheme, which is expected to support the rapid growth of data centres and cloud service businesses.

Bangkok Post · Jul 16

The data centre boom won’t mean higher power prices – if we unlock stalled renewable projects

To meet demand from artificial intelligence companies, some of the world’s largest data centres are planned for the outskirts of major Australian cities. Dozens more are planned. OpenAI chief Sam Altman has said Australia could be a global leader.

The Conversation · Jul 16

AI-powered software could recover 300GW of hidden capacity for the US power grid, enough to power thousands of AI data centers

GridCARE claims its software can unlock 300 GW of hidden transmission capacity, easing rising electricity demand without expanding infrastructure.

TechRadar · Jul 16

The unexpected reason your ChatGPT prompts could make your groceries more expensive

A new study links AI's growing electricity use to climate impacts that could affect bee populations. Here's what researchers found — and what it means for ChatGPT users.

Tom’s Guide · Jul 16

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The Economic Times · Jul 16

AI trade moves from chips to electricity: Why 7 power stocks are gaining Wall Street attention with gains up to 86%

Wall Street’s AI trade is expanding beyond chipmakers to power producers, grid builders and equipment suppliers as surging data-centre electricity demand drives investment. Companies spanning nuclear power, grid infrastructure and cooling systems are emerging as key AI beneficiaries despite valuation and execution risks.

The Times of India · Jul 16

One of the world’s first canal-top solar projects placed a 750-meter solar array above an Indian irrigation canal, generating clean power while saving an estimated 9 million liters of water each year

Gujarat pioneered canal-top solar power over a decade ago, utilizing existing irrigation canals. This innovative approach generates renewable energy while simultaneously conserving precious water resources. The solar panels shade the water, significantly reducing evaporation losses in arid regions. While more complex to build, this method saves valuable agricultural land from…

The Times of India · Jul 16

Iceland heats every home using energy from volcanoes, and almost all of its electricity comes from renewable sources, making it one of the world's cleanest energy systems

For most countries, volcanoes represent danger, destruction and uncertainty. In Iceland, they are also one of the nation's greatest assets. Sitting atop one of the world's most geologically active regions, the Nordic island has spent decades harnessing the heat beneath its surface to warm homes, generate electricity and reduce its…

The Economic Times · Jul 16

Hydrogen Train Launch July 17: Route, top speed, interior & exterior pictures, FAQs, and all you need to know about India's first alternative-fuel train

Hydrogen train launch: India will launch its first hydrogen fuel cell train on July 17. This train generates electricity onboard using hydrogen, producing only water vapor. The Jind-Sonipat route in Haryana will host this new generation of rail transport. This initiative establishes India's first integrated hydrogen railway ecosystem. The project…

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The Economic Times · Jul 16

Lack of rains, low water levels in dams resulting in power cuts in Kerala: Electricity Minister

Kerala's power cuts are increasing due to low rainfall and rising temperatures. The state must also return borrowed power, prolonging the current restrictions. Central government consumption limits also impact Kerala's power availability. The government is exploring battery storage for solar power, which will take time. Discussions on a nuclear power…

Euronews · Jul 16

Europe's energy use for cooling doubled in six years: Which countries use the most?

The last three years were the hottest on record globally. Energy consumption for cooling has also been rising, with household consumption in the EU doubling in just six years.

The Economic Times · Jul 16

Maharashtra govt to waive Rs 48,000 crore pending farm power dues: Devendra Fadnavis

Maharashtra's Chief Minister announced a Rs 48,000 crore waiver for farmer electricity dues. This move facilitates new agricultural power connections for many farmers. The government also launched a Rs 36,585 crore farm loan waiver scheme. This scheme will benefit 56 lakh farmers across the state. Investments are also being made…

The Independent UK · Jul 15

Should you install solar panels before energy prices rise again?

Solar panels can help households cut their reliance on grid electricity, but should you install them before energy prices rise again? We look at timing, savings, batteries and roof suitability

International Business Times · Jul 15

Cuba's Power Grid Has Collapsed For the Third Time This Month, Deepening Island's Energy Crisis

The Cuban Ministry of Energy and Mines said the country's National Electric System suffered a "total disconnection" after a failure at a power plant in the eastern province of Holguín triggered a cascading collapse across the island.

Barchart · Jul 15

Forecasts for Hot US Temps Boost Nat-Gas Prices

August Nymex natural gas (NGQ26 ) on Wednesday closed up +0.020 (+0.69%). Nat-gas prices settled higher on Wednesday as forecasts for above-average US temperatures are expected to boost nat-gas demand from electricity suppliers to power air-conditioning. The Commodity Weather Group on Wednesday said forecasts shifted hotter, with above-average temperatures expected...

Ballotpedia · Jul 15

SEC chairman suggests no-action pause could continue

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