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How much water and power will AI data centres use in Australia? Ironically, we don’t have the data to know

Australia’s data centre rush now rivals the mining boom. OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman last week said Australia could become a “data centre capital of the world”.

The Conversation

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Is Building the Future Faster Than Infrastructure Can Support It

Nvidia is accelerating AI innovation at an increasingly rapid rate, but memory shortages, rising power demands, and infrastructure constraints may make it difficult for the rest of the industry to keep pace.

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Pakistan orders early market closures as energy costs soar amid US-Iran conflict

Islamabad has mandated early business closures, with markets shutting by 8 pm and eateries by 10 pm, to combat rising energy costs fueled by Middle East conflicts. This austerity measure, effective June 1, 2026, aims to reduce electricity consumption and ease financial strain on Pakistan, a nation heavily reliant on…

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A €100 billion queue: Why Europeans are waiting years for clean energy

Providing affordable clean energy to Europeans has become an “absolute obstacle course” due to the continent’s congested grid.

Euronews

CHANDO Group Releases 2025 Sustainability Report, Marking 15th Consecutive Year of Disclosure

SHANGHAI, June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On May 26, 2026, CHANDO Group hosted the launch of its 2025 Sustainability Report alongside a media salon at Oriental Beauty Valley • CHANDO Future Beauty City. Nearly 40 media organizations and industry experts gathered for the occasion, marking the Group's 15th consecutive year…

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Recharge Power and Energy Decarb Launch Joint Venture Targeting Australia's PV and BESS Market

TAIPEI, June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Recharge Power (7921-TW), a pioneer and market leader in Taiwan's battery energy storage systems (BESS) industry, today announced the signing of a strategic cooperation agreement with Australian energy developer Energy Decarb. The two companies will jointly develop renewable energy projects in Australia through a…

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STT GDC highlights data centre energy concerns

ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC) urged the government to secure sufficient electricity supply, explore the establishment of small modular reactors, and keep power prices competitive for the artificial intelligence (AI)-driven economy.

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Three hours of free power a day sounds good – but is Australia’s scheme fair?

From July 1, many Australians can choose something that once sounded absurd: free electricity in the middle of the day. The federal government’s opt-in Solar Sharer Offer will give three hours of free power to households with smart meters in New South Wales, South Australia and southeast Queensland. Victoria’s separate…

The Conversation

Pennsylvania Households Are Reporting Bigger Utility Bills Heading Into Summer

Electricity bills across Pennsylvania climb as warmer weather approaches, and households feel the pinch before the first major heat wave even hits. Utility companies across the state adjust pricing and demand forecasts as air conditioners prepare to run nonstop. Families opening monthly statements now spot higher totals compared to spring…

The Free Financial Advisor

Why the world’s most ambitious coal phase-out deal has failed – and what it means for climate finance

In December 2025, Indonesia quietly abandoned plans to close the Cirebon-1 coal power plant.

The Conversation

Texas Nights Are Getting Hotter, and the Power Grid Isn’t Ready

The state grid was built on the assumption that demand would fall at night. As hotter evenings and around-the-clock power use erase that drop, the system is being pushed in ways its original design did not fully anticipate.

Texas Observer

Explainer: What is electrification – and why is the EU betting its future on it?

Electrifying the European Union's transport and industry sectors largely depends on upgraded power grids and storage capacity.

Euronews

India's industrial output in April slows on year to 4.9% under new series

India's industrial output for April reached 4.9% under a revised Index of Industrial Production (IIP) series with an updated base year of 2022-23. The expanded index now includes 120 new item groups, capturing emerging segments and providing more granular data across sectors like manufacturing, mining, and electricity.

The Economic Times

Germany is a leader in renewables, so why does it have one of the highest EU electricity prices?

Germany generated more electricity from solar and wind in 2025 than any other EU country – but its prices remain tied to volatile fossil fuels.

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Pakistan: Market timings revised in Islamabad amid austerity drive

Islamabad businesses are required to close by 8 pm from Monday. This is part of the government's austerity measures to conserve energy. Restaurants and food outlets can stay open until 10 pm. Essential services are exempt. This move aims to reduce electricity consumption during peak hours. The government encourages daytime…

Euronews

Is Europe's heatwave bad news for renewables? Surge in solar turns power prices negative

Soaring temperatures can actually hinder some kinds of renewable energy output, even sun-absorbing solar.

Bangkok Post

Stimulus with strings attached

During the Bhumjaithai Party election campaign, party leader Anutin Charnvirakul coined a viral phrase upon becoming premier: "I will make my fellow citizens cry out, 'Enough, enough -- we're too rich. We can't handle it anymore!'"

The Economic Times

CM Yogi Adityanath orders faster relief, calls for vigilance as storms hit UP

Uttar Pradesh is experiencing storms and heavy rainfall. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has ordered officials to be vigilant and speed up relief efforts. Families who lost loved ones or livestock will receive immediate assistance. Surveys will assess crop damage, ensuring farmers get aid. The power department is tasked with restoring…

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Google Just Changed Enlight Renewable Energy Stock’s Entire Growth Story

Enlight Renewable Energy surged after securing a long-term Google power agreement, reinforcing its growing role in the AI-driven electricity infrastructure boom.

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Do solar panels actually help you save money? I crunched the numbers on my own panels during the hottest week of the year so far

Still wondering whether solar panels are worth the investment? Here's how much money I saved by generating throughout the hottest (and sunniest) week of the year so far.

The Economic Times

Telangana govt will continue 24x7 free power for farmers: CM Revanth Reddy

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy asserted that the Congress government would continue providing free electricity to farmers and challenged the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) to stake its political future on the issue.

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The household battery revolution that could change energy bills … and the world

Australia is pioneering a revolution in home renewables and battery use, proving what is possible with the right policies

The Free Financial Advisor

Texas Families Are Paying More to Stay Cool This Year: How Utility Costs Are Reshaping Summer Budgets

Summer in Texas does not whisper—it roars in with triple-digit heat, blazing sun, and air conditioners running nonstop from sunrise to midnight. This year, that familiar heat comes with an even sharper edge: rising electricity bills that hit household budgets harder than many families expected. Utility companies across the state…

The Economic Times

"Govt has to raise electricity bills amid West Asia crisis, people should take it positively": UP Minister on 10% electricity bill hike

Uttar Pradesh residents will face a 10 percent rise in electricity bills starting June. This increase is attributed to escalating fuel costs and the Fuel and Power Purchase Adjustment Surcharge. Minister Narendra Kashyap urged citizens to view this revision positively. The UP Power Corporation Limited confirmed the surcharge is in…

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Republican Voters Warn They Will Flip Democrat Over Data Centres: 'My Entire Community Will Break Rank'

In Texas, lifelong Republicans are reconsidering their political allegiance due to AI data centres consuming rural land and increasing electricity costs, potentially impacting upcoming elections.

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