I moved to Portugal by taking a two-week cruise there from the US. Traveling by boat had major benefits.
Business Insider
Rising living costs in the US drove Zachary Biss to move to Lisbon, Portugal. He took a transatlantic cruise to move there and enjoyed the benefits. more…
Hypocritically, The Origin Of The Supreme Court’s ‘Shadow Docket’ Was An Attempt To Curb Executive Power
Techdirt
I originally began this headline with the word “ironically.” But it would only be ironic if it wasn’t by design. Irony suggests something slightly out of the control of the principal figures resulted in something somewhat unexpected. That isn’t the case here.… more…
The Ohio Republican Party Has Built a Laboratory of Autocracy
The New Republic
In Ohio, the state legislature’s GOP super-majority has been
busy, populating the legislative slate with ruinous bills that test the outside
bounds of common sense and basic constitutional rights. There is a bill that
would require medical personnel to file a… more…
Your Next Disney Day Might Be Powered by the Sun
Disneyparksblog.com
When you’re soaking up the magic at Disney Parks, there’s a good chance the sunshine is working some magic of its own. From thrilling attractions to Disney Resort hotels, solar energy plays a bigger role than you might think. In the spirit of Earth Month and … more…
Cotton pushes bill to help critical infrastructure defend against drone threat
CBS News
Cotton says current law leaves U.S. power grids, wastewater plants, and other high-risk sites exposed to emerging drone threats. more…
Gas giant plows $10M into ‘Stop Steyer’ crusade to unseat billionaire as governor favorite
New York Post
Pacific Gas & Electric contributed close to $10 million to anti-Steyer PAC Californians for Resilient and Affordable Energy. more…
Deutsche Fachleute erstellen globales Auto-Ranking: VW und Mercedes landen hinter China-Marke
CHIP Online Deutschland
Die Experten des Center for Automotive Research haben erneut ihr weltweites Innovations-Ranking der Autohersteller veröffentlicht. VW und Mercedes schneiden gut ab, landen jedoch hinter einem chinesischen Aufsteiger. more…
China-Marke hängt VW und Mercedes ab: Deutsche Experten erstellen globales Auto-Ranking
CHIP Online Deutschland
Die Experten des Center for Automotive Research haben ihr globales Innovations-Ranking der Autohersteller aktualisiert. VW und Mercedes zeigen solide Leistungen, müssen sich aber einem chinesischen Newcomer geschlagen geben. more…
Unregulated Wireless 5G Rollout under HR 2289 Would be Catastrophic for Human Health and the Environment
Globalresearch.ca
The purpose of HR 2289, currently being considered in the U.S. Congress, is to remove all local control over the rollout of 5G cell towers. There are many reasons that unregulated 5G (which stands for 5th generation), will …
The post Unregulated Wireless 5G R… more…
The Chance of Blackouts
Wattsupwiththat.com
The looming problems with reliability are not just a matter of acquiring new resources too slowly, as the NERC report implies, but also a more daunting problem with procuring new resources that are difficult to quantify and expensive to make reliable. In my m… more…
Wells Fargo Raises its Price Target on Public Service Enterprise (PEG) to $96
Yahoo Entertainment
Public Service Enterprise Group Incorporated (NYSE:PEG) is one of the 10 Best Slow Growth Stocks to Buy According to Analysts. On April 21, 2026, Wells Fargo... more…
Jim Cramer Says “PG&E Is a Great Growth Story”
Yahoo Entertainment
PG&E Corporation (NYSE:PCG) was among Jim Cramer’s latest stock calls, as he suggested investors balance portfolios with hot and cold stocks. Discussing the ... more…
NextEra Energy, Inc. Q1 2026 Earnings Call Summary
Moby.co
Moby summary of NextEra Energy, Inc.'s Q1 2026 earnings call more…
Bloom Energy Just Scored a Major Win With the Trump Admin. Is BE Stock a Buy?
Barchart.com
The Trump administration's decision to preserve federal hydrogen hub funding removes a major regulatory overhang and validates Bloom Energy's long-term clean... more…
New bill in California senate could turn your home battery into a moneymaker
Electrek
California senate bill 913 would allow utilities and grid operators to treat home backup batteries like real power plants, opening the door for programs that can pay homeowners to share excess energy capacity during peak demand.
more… more…
LA Wildfire Survivors Could Face Another Blow From Taxes on Settlement Payouts
Insurance Journal
Thousands of survivors of the 2025 Eaton Fire in Altadena, California, have elected to accept an upfront settlement from the utility accused of causing it, forgoing future litigation for a faster payment that could help them rebuild or relocate. Related: … more…
Israel withholds PA tax funds, citing terror payments
Israelnationalnews.com
Hundreds of millions in revenues deducted or frozen as Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich enforces requirement for Palestinian Authority to pay its own debts. more…
Data centers are finding a surprising way to deploy batteries
Fortune
As AI strains the grid, data center operators are pairing batteries with natural gas generators to keep power flowing, turning a key clean-energy technology into a tool for fossil-fuel backup. more…
Skeptical Science New Research for Week #17 2026
Skepticalscience.com
Technical note: new feature in New Research
Every article we list here is eyeball-scanned by a real human but we do lean on bibliographic catalogs (publication databases) to supply article metadata for assembly of each edition of our weekly research surveilla… more…
Meralco clarifies pass-through charges amid criticism online
Yugatech.com
Manila Electric Company (Meralco) has clarified that certain charges appearing on electricity bills are government-mandated subsidies and do not go...
The post Meralco clarifies pass-through charges amid criticism online appeared first on YugaTech | Philippin… more…
Lagos adopts metered electricity payments, signs three IPP deals
The Punch
The Lagos State Government signs three Power Purchase Agreements, shifting to metered electricity payments to improve power supply and cost efficiency.
Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-adopts-metered-electricity-payments-signs-three-ipp-deals/ more…
Nation's first state moratorium on data centers vetoed by Maine's governor
Abcnews.com
Maine’s Democratic governor has vetoed what would have been the country’s first state moratorium on the construction of data centers more…
Power Monitoring Market Size to Hit USD 9.92 Billion by 2035 | Research by SNS Insider
GlobeNewswire
Power Monitoring System Market Size, Share, Revenue Trends & Segmentation, By End User, Component, Application, Deployment Type, Region and Forecast 2035... more…
Integrated Power Services (IPS) Appoints Divisional Chief Commercial Officers
Financial Post
Aligning Offering to Revolutionize Reliability Greenville, SC, April 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Integrated Power Services (IPS), a leading provider of electrical, mechanical, and power management aftermarket solutions, recently announced the appointment of C… more…
Integrated Power Services (IPS) Appoints Divisional Chief Commercial Officers
GlobeNewswire
Aligning Offering to Revolutionize Reliability Aligning Offering to Revolutionize Reliability more…
Unitil Schedules First Quarter 2026 Earnings Release and Conference Call
GlobeNewswire
HAMPTON, N.H., April 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Unitil Corporation (NYSE: UTL) (unitil.com) has scheduled the release of its first quarter 2026 earnings after the market closes on May 4, 2026. Unitil will host its conference call and webcast on May 5, 2026 … more…
OpenVPP and Grid Rails Platform Announce Licensing Partnership for Commercialization
GlobeNewswire
Partnership commercializes blockchain settlement infrastructure for the energy industry Partnership commercializes blockchain settlement infrastructure for the energy industry more…
Vaughan’s electricity grid gets $46.2 million boost to support rapid growth
GlobeNewswire
VAUGHAN, Ontario, April 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alectra Utilities plans to invest approximately $46.2 million in electricity infrastructure projects across Vaughan in 2026, strengthening the local electricity system, expanding capacity and improving reli… more…
Copper Wire & Cable Market by Insulation Type, Voltage Type, Installation, Application, End-use Industry, and Region - Forecast to 2032
GlobeNewswire
The global copper wire and cable market is projected to expand from USD 182 billion in 2025 to USD 324.7 billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 8.6%. Key growth drivers include rising investments in power infrastructure and the growing adoption of advanced technologie… more…
Vaughan’s electricity grid gets $46.2 million boost to support rapid growth
Financial Post
VAUGHAN, Ontario, April 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Alectra Utilities plans to invest approximately $46.2 million in electricity infrastructure projects across Vaughan in 2026, strengthening the local electricity system, expanding capacity and improving relia… more…
Global Tunable Diode Laser Spectrometers Market Size/Share Worth USD 2.14 Billion by 2035 at a 8.8% CAGR: Custom Market Insights (Analysis, Outlook, Leaders, Report, Trends, Forecast, Segmentation, Growth Rate, SWOT Analysis)
GlobeNewswire
[220+ Pages Latest Report] According to a market research study published by Custom Market Insights, the demand analysis of Global Tunable Diode Laser Spectrometers Market size & share revenue was valued at approximately USD 0.84 Billion in 2025 and is expect… more…
UAE Smart Buildings HVAC Controls Forecast Report 2025-2030: Integration with IoT and Development of Sustainable Building Practices Driving Opportunities for Expansion
GlobeNewswire
The UAE Smart HVAC Controls market is ripe with opportunities, driven by IoT integration for enhanced efficiency, and a push for sustainable buildings aligning with Estidama and LEED standards. Rising urbanization and government green initiatives further prop… more…
Lithium-ion Battery Market Size to Surpass USD 416.96 Bn by 2035
GlobeNewswire
The global lithium-ion battery market size is estimated at USD 110.93 billion in 2026 and is expected to surpass around USD 416.96 billion by 2035 ... more…
The AI Power Surge: Why Energy Infrastructure Is Becoming the Next Critical Bottleneck
Financial Post
AUSTIN, Texas, April 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AINewsWire Editorial Coverage: Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a software revolution; it is rapidly becoming an energy story. As AI models grow larger and more complex, the computational power re… more…
Gradient Deploys Window Heat Pumps at Providence Public Housing Tower, Unlocking 450,000 kWh in Annual Savings
GlobeNewswire
Building-wide installation at Carroll Tower marks milestone for Clean Heat Rhode Island program and proves a replicable model for multifamily electrification Building-wide installation at Carroll Tower marks milestone for Clean Heat Rhode Island program and p… more…
PyroGenesis Produces Battery-Grade Graphite from Carbon Black Using Proprietary Plasma System
GlobeNewswire
PyroGenesis Produces Battery-Grade Graphite from Carbon Black Using Proprietary Plasma System... more…
Physical AI Market Set to Hit $15.24 Billion by 2032: Future Growth & Industry Trends
GlobeNewswire
Delray Beach, FL, April 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The report "Physical AI Market by Offering (GPU, SoC, Memory, Sensors, Actuators, Software, Services), Robot Type (Industrial Robots, Professional Service Robots, Personal & Household Service Robots), Level… more…
Iran war revives European rooftop solar demand to cut energy bills
The Times of India
European households are rapidly installing rooftop solar systems. This surge follows a sharp rise in power prices caused by the Iran war. Companies are seeing significant increases in demand and sales. This trend highlights a growing focus on energy independe… more…
Green Data Center Market Outlook 2026–2031: USD 206.15 Billion by 2031 at 15.74% CAGR, Driven by AI and Sustainability Demand, Reports Mordor Intelligence
GlobeNewswire
The Green Data Center Market is driven by renewable-powered hyperscale expansion, AI-driven energy optimization, and stringent sustainability regulations, with North America leading adoption and Asia Pacific emerging as the fastest-growing region. The Green D… more…
PyroGenesis Converts Plasma Gas to Battery-Grade Carbon Black and Hydrogen
GlobeNewswire
PyroGenesis Converts Plasma Gas to Battery-Grade Carbon Black and Hydrogen. First-ever process to eliminate secondary hydrocarbon feedstocks and additives. more…
UAE Fire Safety Systems in Construction Market Forecast Report 2025-2030: Urbanization, Regulations, and Investment in Infrastructure, Especially in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, Enhancing Demand
GlobeNewswire
The UAE fire safety systems market benefits from opportunities in smart building technologies and increased government spending on safety. Growth is driven by urbanization, regulations, and investment in infrastructure, especially in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, enha… more…
The future of electricity is wind and solar, new report says. Canada is lagging behind
CBC News
Renewable energy met all new demand for electricity in 2025, according to a new review of global power generation, preventing any increase in the burning of fossil fuels to produce electricity and highlighting the promise of clean sources like wind and solar. more…
Sterlite electric ties up with Spanish company for smart cable systems
The Times of India
Sterlite Electric is joining forces with RDT Lumiker to produce advanced cable monitoring systems. This move addresses the growing electricity needs of AI and data centers. The new systems will enhance power transmission networks. Utilities can now track asse… more…
Industrial decarbonization hinges on capital cycles, not just clean energy: Jindal Stainless' Kalyan Bhattacherjee
The Times of India
Decarbonizing heavy industry is less about clean energy and more about long asset cycles that lock in emissions for decades. The real opportunity lies in aligning emission cuts with investment decisions, making it a capital strategy issue rather than just a s… more…
Capital injection, acquisition further Render Networks in critical infrastructure
ComputerWeekly.com
Critical infrastructure software platform provider gains fresh capital to accelerate sector and portfolio expansion more…
Render Networks acquires mPower, gains investment, and will begin serving electrics
Telecompetitor
Render Networks acquires mPower, gains investment, and will begin serving electrics
Render Networks, which describes itself as a “purpose-built execution platform for critical infrastructure,” announced its acquisition of mPower Innovations alongside a new $2… more…
Los centros de datos están encontrando una forma sorprendente de implementar baterías
Expansion.com
La urgencia por encontrar suficiente energía para la inteligencia artificial ha llevado a los operadores de centros de datos a buscar cualquier solución. Una solución inesperada que está ganando terreno combina baterías —consideradas desde hace tiempo clave p… more…
Texas Power Demand Could Quadruple by 2032, ERCOT Warns
OilPrice.com
Peak demand in the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) territory could more than quadruple to 367,790 MW by 2032, driven primarily by data centers as well as other large load customers, the grid operator said in a preliminary forecast published Wedn… more…
U.S. States Retreat From Climate Goals as Costs Surge and Federal Support Fades
OilPrice.com
As the United States government continues to crack down on renewable energy development, several states are being forced to backtrack on their climate goals as they view them as increasingly unachievable. This marks a significant shift away from Biden-era gre… more…
Sadhbh O'Neill: The simple text message that helped France reduce its electricity usage by 10%
The Irish Times
Energy shocks are deeply uncomfortable, but they force structural changes more…
Ireland’s GMC sues Japan’s Sumitomo in dispute over energy project
Independent.ie
One of Ireland’s biggest civil engineering companies, GMC Utilities, is embroiled in a multi-million euro dispute related to the construction of the €500m Greenlink electricity interconnector that was built between Co Wexford and Wales. more…
8 stocks including Paytm, Wipro, Mastek, NLC India will remain in focus
BusinessLine
Key stocks to watch: Paytm, Wipro, Mastek, and NLC India amid strategic partnerships, acquisitions, and regulatory updates. more…
What’s up with… SpaceX, Deutsche Glasfaser, Tele2
TelecomTV
SpaceX files FCC complaint against Amazon LeoDeutsche Glasfaser extra funding from investorsTele2 boasts revenue and EBITDAaL boost more…
ERCOT Sees Demand More Than Quadrupling Current Peak
Rigzone
'The current forecast projects approximately 367,790 Megawatts of demand in the ERCOT Region by 2032', ERCOT said. more…
United Rentals Stock Explodes 19% Higher on Record Demand and Earnings Surge in 2026
Ibtimes.com.au
NEW YORK — United Rentals Inc. shares skyrocketed nearly 19% in morning trading Thursday, reaching $958.50 by 10:43 a.m. EDT on April 23 as the equipment rental giant reported stronger-than-expected first-quarter results and highlighted robust demand across c… more…
ASX 200 Top Gainers Today: Vulcan Energy Leads 5 Stocks Surging Up to 6.5% Despite Flat Market Close
Ibtimes.com.au
SYDNEY — The S&P/ASX 200 index closed slightly lower Tuesday, but a handful of standout stocks defied the broader market weakness, posting solid gains on the back of company-specific developments and sector tailwinds. more…
Valmont Industries Stock Surges 14% After Strong Q1 Earnings and Raised 2026 Guidance
Ibtimes.com.au
OMAHA, Neb. — Valmont Industries Inc. shares rocketed more than 13% in early trading Tuesday after the infrastructure and agriculture products maker posted stronger-than-expected first-quarter results and raised its full-year 2026 earnings guidance, highlight… more…
New England Has Become a Mecca for Enormous Grid Storage Batteries
Mother Jones
This story was originally published by Canary Media and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. Enormous new batteries keep appearing on the grid, making it devilishly tricky to keep track of which is the biggest in a given region. That’… more…
Marketing and Communications Specialist, EnerStar
Smartrecruiters.com
Company Description: Company DescriptionEnerStar Electric Cooperative is a not-for-profit electric distribution cooperative that is locally owned and controlled by its members. The cooperative powers the lives of more than 5,300 homes and businesses in e… more…
PHINIA to Participate in Oppenheimer’s 21st Annual Industrial Growth Conference
Associated Press
AUBURN HILLS, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr 21, 2026-- PHINIA Inc. (NYSE: PHIN), a leader in premium fuel systems, electrical systems and aftermarket solutions, announced today that it will participate in Oppenheimer’s 21 st Annual Industrial Growth Conference … more…
In the US, where people breathe increasingly dirty air, one small city stands out | CNN
CNN
The American Lung Association calls it a “grim indication of the deterioration of air quality nationwide”: Bangor, Maine, is the last city standing on all three of its “cleanest cities” lists. more…
The Next Shift: The Fall of Industry and the Rise of Health Care in Rust Belt America
9780674259836 - DOKUMEN.PUB
Dokumen.pub
The Next Shift: The Fall of Industry and the Rise of Health Care in Rust Belt America
9780674259836 - DOKUMEN.PUBdokumen.pub more…
Bacolod: Negros Power rates rise PHP 0.84 per kWh in April
Rpnradio.com
BACOLOD CITY – Negros Electric and Power Corp. announced recently, that the average residential electricity rate for April 2026 rose to PHP 12.2463 per kilowatt-hour, an increase of PHP 0.8356 from the March 2026 rate of PHP 11.4107 per kWh. The utility attri… more…