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A team of 53 hackers from across Microsoft set out to address the critical bottleneck of permitting in deploying clean energy, using generative AI to accelerate the global energy transition. Their mission, born from years of work with the nuclear industry, aimed to unlock a movement and solve the permitting
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Environmental advocates and community members gathered outside the Asian Development Bank (ADB) headquarters in Mandaluyong City, Philippines, to oppose the Bank's proposed revisions to its Energy Policy. The changes, which are expected to be voted on in October 2025, would increase funding for waste incineration, mining, and nuclear
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A massive and unpredictable swarm of jellyfish has invaded the water intake systems at France's Gravelines nuclear power plant, forcing the automatic shutdown of three of its reactors. The entire plant, capable of powering about 5m homes, was brought offline after a fourth reactor shut down, just as
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CEZ, the Czech energy group, has solidified its position as a shareholder in British company Rolls-Royce SMR, with a stake of about one-fifth, since July. The two companies are now poised to focus on preparing small modular reactors (SMRs) in Britain and Czechia. According to CEZ CFO Martin Novak, up
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As the world transitions away from fossil fuels, small modular reactors (SMRs) are emerging as a promising alternative for reliable, low-carbon energy generation. In South Africa, SMRs present a unique opportunity for economic growth, job creation, and reduced carbon intensity. With their compact design, factory fabrication, and advanced safety features,
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Three cases at the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) had their evidentiary hearing in June, exploring whether FirstEnergy violated Ohio law requiring corporate separation between utilities and unregulated affiliates. Another case examines how FirstEnergy used more than $450 million collected from customers under a bill rider that was later
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Malaysia is exploring the possibility of incorporating nuclear energy into its energy portfolio as part of its long-term energy strategy. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof emphasized that the final decision on whether to proceed with nuclear power generation will only be made after 2030. Currently, the government is
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China's Ambassador to Ghana, Tong Defa, has reaffirmed the country's commitment to ending financing of coal power projects beyond its borders, particularly in Africa, as part of its global climate pledge. This policy, announced by Chinese President Xi Jinping at the United Nations General Assembly in
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PJM's electricity bills may increase by $30 for households in the 13 states and Washington D.C. that are part of the electric grid operator, due to the surge in data centers, unreliable gas plants, and delays in building new clean energy. This price hike is a direct
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Meta's plans to build hundreds of datacentres, some rivaling the size of Manhattan, have ignited concerns about the energy requirements of artificial intelligence. According to Meta's CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, the company will spend hundreds of billions of dollars on these projects. However, the focus has shifted
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As the Biden administration seeks to limit coal production and transition to cleaner energy sources, President Trump has taken a step back against environmental regulations, issuing a proclamation that exempts certain coal-fired power plants from stricter emissions standards. This move aims to protect the coal industry, ensuring the reliability and
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The South African government's Department of Electricity and Energy's Just Energy Transition (JET) plan has been met with concerns over potential job losses as a result of the decommissioning of coal-powered plants and the transition to clean energy. The Eskom power utility has presented a revised
