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Planning for Toronto?s Growing Electricity Needs

TORONTO - As Toronto's population and economy continue to expand, the demand for electricity in the city is also increasing…

Alberta Introduces New Electricity Rules

EDMONTON - The Alberta government is overhauling its electricity regulations, a move aimed at reducing spikes in electricity prices for…

Can California Manage its Solar Boom?

SAN FRANCISCO - California's remarkable success in adopting solar power has created a unique challenge: managing the infamous "duck curve."…

UK National Grid Commissions 2GW Substation

LONDON - The United Kingdom has strengthened its national power grid with the commissioning of a major new 2-gigawatt capacity…

End of an Era: UK's Last Coal Power Station Goes Offline

LONDON - The United Kingdom marks a historic turning point in its energy transition with the closure of the West…

Global Energy War Escalates: Price Hikes and Instability

LONDON - Russia's targeting of Ukraine's energy infrastructure has unleashed an "energy war" that could lead to widespread price increases,…

Russian Strikes Threaten Ukraine's Power Grid

KYIV - Ukraine's energy infrastructure remains a primary target in Russia's ongoing invasion, with a recent wave of missile strikes…

Europe's EV Slump Sounds Alarm for Climate Goals

BERLIN - A recent slowdown in Europe's electric vehicle (EV) sales raises serious concerns about the region's ability to achieve…

Toronto Prepares for a Surge in Electricity Demand as City Continues to Grow

TORONTO - Toronto faces a significant challenge in meeting the growing electricity needs of its expanding population and ambitious development…

Manitoba Government Extends Pause on New Cryptocurrency Connections

WINNIPEG - The Manitoba government has temporarily suspended approving new electricity service connections for cryptocurrency mining operations. The decision comes…

British Columbia Halts Further Expansion of Self-Driving Vehicles

VANCOUVER - British Columbia has halted the expansion of fully autonomous vehicles on its roads. The province has announced it…

Niagara Falls Powerhouse Gets a Billion-Dollar Upgrade for the 21st Century

TORONTO - Ontario's iconic Sir Adam Beck hydroelectric generating station in Niagara is set to undergo a massive, billion-dollar refurbishment.…

Honda Accelerates Electric Vehicle Push with Massive Investment in Ontario

TORONTO - The automotive industry in Ontario is on the verge of a significant transformation as Honda announces plans to…

Data Center Boom Poses a Power Challenge for U.S. Utilities

WASHINGTON - U.S. electric utilities are facing a significant new challenge as the explosive growth of data centers puts unprecedented…

EV Boom Unexpectedly Benefits All Electricity Customers

WASHINGTON - Electric vehicles (EVs) are gaining popularity, and it appears they might be offering an unexpected benefit to everyone…

California Regulators Face Calls for Action as Electricity Bills Soar

SACRAMENTO - California residents and consumer groups are demanding relief as their electricity bills continue to climb, putting increasing pressure…

California Considers Revamping Electricity Rates in Bid to Clean the Grid

LOS ANGELES - California is contemplating a significant overhaul to its electricity rate structure, a move that has ignited debate…

California Legislators Prepare Vote to Crack Down on Utility Spending

LOS ANGELES - California's legislators are about to vote on a bill that would impose stricter regulations on how utility…

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