electricity

Public Protector rules against City of Tshwane after it unfairly replaced resident’s electricity meter

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The Shift Toward Municipal Accountability and Administrative Justice Recent rulings by the Public Protector highlight a growing tension between municipal operational efficiency and the constitutional rights of citizens. When the City of Tshwane replaced a prepaid electricity meter for an 82-year-old resident, Lodewikus Jacobus Wolmarans, without notice or consultation, it didn’t just cause a power … Read more

How the AI-driven data center boom is leading to skyrocketing energy bills for many Americans

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The AI Energy Crunch: How Data Centers Are Reshaping Your Utility Bill The rise of artificial intelligence is not just a digital revolution; it is a physical one. Across the United States, the infrastructure required to power AI—massive data centers—is placing an unprecedented strain on the electrical grid, and for many homeowners, the cost is … Read more

Splitting power generators from their retail arms would not cut electricity bills – Oliver Hartwich

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The Curious Case of New Zealand’s Power Bills: Why Splitting Companies Isn’t the Answer New Zealanders are understandably concerned about rising electricity costs. The debate around restructuring the electricity market, particularly the idea of splitting “gentailers” – companies that both generate and retail electricity – has gained traction. However, a closer look reveals that separating … Read more

Scientists Figure Out How to Use Ultrasound to Bend Electricity Around Solid Objects

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Taming Lightning: How Ultrasound is Revolutionizing Plasma Control For decades, harnessing the power of electric plasma has been limited by its chaotic nature. Those familiar, branching sparks – while potent – are notoriously difficult to direct. Now, a groundbreaking discovery is changing the game: scientists have found a way to precisely control these erratic discharges … Read more

Will AI Data Centers Break the Power Grid? | Futurity

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The AI Power Surge: Can Our Infrastructure Handle the Load? Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming our world, but its foundation – data centers – is placing unprecedented strain on energy grids and natural resources. While AI operates in “the cloud,” its physical footprint is substantial and growing, demanding massive amounts of land, water, and electricity. … Read more

Philippines adopts four-day work week for selected executive offices amidst Middle East crisis

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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Announced a series of measures on March 6, 2026, designed to mitigate the economic impact of the ongoing crisis in the Middle East on the Philippines. Government Response to Rising Costs Effective March 9, 2026, a four-day work week will be implemented in some executive offices. However, this temporary measure will … Read more

How Household Fuels Are Worsening Eczema and Asthma in South African Children

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The Hidden Air Pollution Crisis in South African Townships: A Looming Health Threat For families in townships like Mabopane and Soshanguve, north of Pretoria, evenings often bring a difficult choice. When electricity is unavailable or unaffordable, the alternatives – gas stoves, paraffin heaters, and wood or coal fires – offer warmth and a means to … Read more

War in the Middle East could drive up Singapore electricity tariffs, says energy regulator

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Gulf Energy Crisis Deepens: What Singapore Needs to Know The escalating conflict between Iran and its adversaries is sending ripples through global energy markets, with potential consequences for Singapore’s energy security. Recent Iranian attacks targeting energy infrastructure in the Gulf, coupled with threats to key shipping lanes like the Strait of Hormuz, are driving up … Read more

US succeeds in erasing climate from global energy body’s priorities – POLITICO

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Climate Concerns Sidestepped: Is International Climate Cooperation Losing Steam? A recent meeting of international ministers revealed a concerning shift in priorities, with climate change receiving significantly less attention than in previous years. Unusually, no joint communique was issued, and the chair’s summary only mentioned climate change once, emphasizing the “energy transition” and alignment with COP28 … Read more

Reality is finally crashing New York’s utopian green-energy party

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New York State, a prominent voice in global climate policy, is facing a stark reality check. For years, state leaders promised an affordable and straightforward transition to green energy, but a recent court ruling has forced a concession: the state’s ambitious climate goals are proving “costs consumers simply cannot bear.” A Promise Unraveling The state’s … Read more

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