Electricity News in August 2023

Can Europe's atomic reactors bridge the gap to an emissions-free future?

EU Nuclear Reactor Life Extension focuses on energy security, carbon-free electricity, and safety as ageing…
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France's nuclear power stations to limit energy output due to high river temperatures

France Nuclear Heatwave Output Restrictions signal reduced reactor capacity along the Rhone River, as EDF…
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Germany should stop lecturing France on nuclear power, says Eon boss

EU Nuclear Power Dispute strains electricity market reform as Germany resists state aid for French…
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Wind Leading Power

UK Wind Power Surpasses Gas as offshore wind and solar drive record electricity generation, National…
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More pylons needed to ensure 'lights stay on' in Scotland, says renewables body

Scottish Renewable Grid Upgrades address outdated infrastructure, expanding transmission lines, pylons, and substations to move…
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New Texas will bill electric vehicle drivers an extra $200 a year

Texas EV Registration Fee adds a $200 annual charge under Senate Bill 505, offsetting lost…
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Gas-electric hybrid vehicles get a boost in the US from Ford, others

U.S. Hybrid Vehicle Sales Outlook highlights rising hybrid demand as an EV bridge, driven by…
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States have big hopes for renewable energy. Get ready to pay for it.

New York Climate Transition Costs highlight rising utility bills for ratepayers as the state pursues…
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Data Show Clean Power Increasing, Fossil Fuel Decreasing in California

California clean electricity accelerates with renewables as solar and wind surge, battery storage strengthens grid…
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Closure of 3 Southern California power plants likely to be postponed

California Gas Plant Extensions keep Ormond Beach, AES Alamitos, and Huntington Beach on standby for…
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Canada's looming power problem is massive but not insurmountable: report

Canada Net-Zero Electricity Buildout will double or triple power capacity, scaling clean energy, renewables, nuclear,…
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Federal net-zero electricity regulations will permit some natural gas power generation

Canada Clean Electricity Regulations allow flexible, technology-neutral pathways to a 2035 net-zero grid, permitting limited…
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Manitoba's electrical demand could double in next 20 years: report

Manitoba Hydro Integrated Resource Plan outlines electrification-driven demand growth, clean electricity needs, wind generation, energy…
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Energy minister unveils Ontario's plan to address growing energy needs

Powering Ontario's Growth accelerates clean electricity, pairing solar, wind, and hydro with energy storage, efficiency…
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Yukon eyes connection to B.C. electricity grid

Yukon-BC Electricity Intertie could link Yukon to BC's hydroelectric power, enabling renewable energy integration, net-zero…
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