Energy

Saudi Civil Defence Issues Air-Raid Alerts for Riyadh, Residents Later Told All-Clear

Residents in Riyadh received air-raid alerts after explosions were heard, then authorities said the danger had passed.

Australia Risks Missing 82% Renewables Goal by 2030

Wind and solar pipelines and financing trail the pace needed to meet the Albanese government’s 82% renewables projection for 2030.

Record Diesel Prices Raise Transport Costs, Risk Pushing Broader U.S. Inflation

Record diesel costs are already battering trucks and rail, and if energy prices remain high the economic fallout could spread beyond transport.

NVIDIA and Google Push Utilities to Grant Faster Grid Hookups to Flexible AI Data Centers

A group led by NVIDIA, Google and Emerald AI wants utilities to speed and enlarge interconnections in exchange for data centers that cut load during

Northern Ireland Households Get One-Off £63 Electricity Bill Cut From Next Month

All Northern Ireland households will receive a one-off £63 electricity reduction from next month, applied automatically to meters and bills.

Retail Nigerians Gain Chance To Own Dangote Refinery Shares

Retail investors are buying 10-share bundles at ₦5,250 as Dangote opens his refinery to public ownership; he retains 87% of the $19 billion asset.

U.S. Households Face $1,760 War Bill as Oil and Yields Push Costs Higher

Energy and borrowing costs have raised the bill for the average U.S. household to $1,760 since the U.S.-Iran conflict began, Moody's finds.

UK Inflation Rises to 3.1%, Adds Pressure Ahead of Bank of England Decision

Inflation rose to 3.1% in August as motor fuel prices jumped 23% year-on-year. The print precedes the Bank of England's policy update.

U.S. Data Centers Could Consume More Natural Gas Than Germany and Japan Combined by 2035

BloombergNEF projects U.S. data centers could use about 18 billion cubic feet of natural gas per day by 2035, nearly double prior forecasts.

Geopolitical Tensions Raise Costs, Threaten Production in Africa

Shipping disruptions, energy insecurity and dependence on external suppliers are lifting costs and causing delays, prompting calls for regional

Court Rules Energy Department Exceeded Authority, Reverses Order Keeping Michigan Coal Plant Open

A federal appeals court found no emergency under the Federal Power Act and reversed the Energy Department’s order keeping the J.H.

Alexander De Croo Warns Ukraine Faces Toughest Winter, Risking Humanitarian Catastrophe

UN Development Programme chief Alexander De Croo says Ukraine must repair power and water systems before winter to avoid a humanitarian catastrophe.

Rural Community Network Loses 1,000 Litres, Pays for Extra Security as NI Oil Thefts Climb

The Rural Community Network had more than 1,000 litres stolen from its Cookstown tank in 2024, prompting new security costs and warnings.

DOE Approves $1.9 Billion Loan to Restart Duane Arnold, Supplying Google AI Power

The US Energy Department backed a $1.9 billion loan to revive Iowa's Duane Arnold reactor, which will sell power to Google and boost local grid

States Legalize Plug-In Solar, Renters Gain Cheap Home Power

More US states now allow consumer plug-in solar kits that feed power through a household outlet, letting renters and budget buyers cut bills without

NMDPRA Says Crude Sourcing and Single-Source Refining Keep Petrol Prices Volatile

The regulator says full deregulation leaves consumers exposed to swings driven by crude sourcing, single-source refining and logistics.

U.S. Government Gains Control of Venezuela Oil Reserves, Pentagon Secures Stake

The Pentagon took a 35% stake in North American Blue Energy Partners, giving the U.S. control of 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan crude.

US and Iran Both Claim Control of Strait of Hormuz, Oil Prices Rise

Washington and Tehran both assert control of the Strait of Hormuz, keeping ship traffic below prewar levels. Fuel costs have risen across markets.

Flash Floods Cut Over 10% Of Nepal’s Power, Force Rethink Of Hydropower Model

Flash floods wrecked 12 hydropower plants in the Trishuli basin, knocking out more than 10% of generation and prompting urgent calls to diversify.

Firmus Energy Raises Tariffs, Ten Towns Bills Up £7 and Greater Belfast £12

Firmus Energy will raise tariffs by 8.98% in the Ten Towns from 1 October and by 12.5% in Greater Belfast from 8 October.

UK Drivers Face Highest Petrol Prices Since Iran War Began

Average petrol rose to 163.6p per litre as Brent crude stays elevated after renewed fighting in the Middle East. Diesel is 184.99p.

Nigeria Secures IEA Support to Bolster Energy Data and Attract Investment

Nigeria and the IEA signed a Joint Work Programme to build reliable energy data, strengthen policy and lift investor confidence in the sector.

Madison Gas and Electric Partners With Realta Fusion to Explore 200MW Grid Plant

Realta Fusion struck a deal with Madison Gas and Electric to pursue a 200-megawatt grid plant in Wisconsin, gaining equity, engineering support and

Hashim Seeks ₦605 Petrol Cap As First Step Toward ₦200, ₦300 Fuel

Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim proposes a ₦605 per litre cap as a benchmark toward ₦200, ₦300 petrol, backed by a forensic audit and refinery push.

Fire Engulfs Al-Dora Complex After Unidentified Explosions South Of Baghdad

A fire broke out after unidentified explosions at the Al-Dora power plant south of Baghdad on 31 August 2026. The cause remains unknown.

Russia Readies Massive Strikes On Ukraine's Energy Network After Deadliest Attack

Moscow says it will launch 'massive strikes' on Ukrainian power and fuel sites after a warehouse blast near Kyiv killed 38 and left four missing.

Investors Pull Back As Nigeria’s State Electricity Markets Hit Bankability Wall

Decentralisation has not unlocked billions, only 16 states have autonomy and investors cite payment and credit risks that block financing.

Blu Label Targets Electricity After Cell C Restructuring

After separating from Cell C, Blu Label is pushing Blu Energy into trading, generation, storage and municipal billing as its next growth engine.

Japan's Exports Jump 23.2% in July, Semiconductor Equipment Fuels Fifth Straight Gain

Semiconductor equipment values surged 49.1% as AI demand lifts chip shipments; exports grew 23.2% in July, beating estimates.

BP Profit More Than Doubles to $5.73bn as Middle East Conflict Lifts Oil Prices

BP reported its highest quarterly profit since 2022 after rising oil prices linked to the conflict in the Middle East boosted earnings, while campaign groups criticised the company over soaring energy costs.

Aba Loses Power After Gas Disruption Shuts 188-Megawatt Geometric Plant

A sudden drop in gas pressure halted the 188MW Geometric Power plant, plunging Aba's Ring-fence Area across nine LGAs into darkness.