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๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Gas shortage plunges Nigeria into prolonged blackouts

Nigeria is facing extended power outages due to a significant gas supply shortage affecting thermal power plants, as reported by the Nigerian Independent System Operator.

Feb 28 โ€ข 05:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Where does Czechia get its electricity? Nuclear power has reached a milestone, solar energy has caught up in capacity

This article discusses how nuclear power in Czechia has reached a significant milestone in electricity generation, with solar energy now matching its output.

Feb 23 โ€ข 07:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

NLC, GENCOs clash over N6tn debt, N3tn bailout plan

The Nigeria Labour Congress and power generation companies are locked in a dispute over a N6 trillion debt and a proposed N3 trillion government bailout.

Feb 20 โ€ข 13:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Nova Scotia takes step toward building two fast-acting electricity generation plants

The Nova Scotia government has approved partial plans for the construction of two fast-acting electricity generation plants in Pictou County, aimed at enhancing energy reliability during peak demand.

Feb 19 โ€ข 20:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Unpaid electricity bills now N6tn โ€“ GenCos

Power generation companies in Nigeria report that unpaid electricity bills have reached N6 trillion, raising concerns about the sustainability of power supply in the country.

Feb 19 โ€ข 00:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

GenCos deny NLCโ€™s โ€˜extortionโ€™ claims, warn of looming power crisis

Nigerian power generation companies rebut allegations of extortion by the Nigeria Labour Congress, expressing concerns over the potential for a power crisis in the country.

Feb 18 โ€ข 16:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
World

United States tests its aircraft carrier with a new nuclear power plant and greater electricity generation capacity

The United States is testing its aircraft carrier that features a new nuclear power plant and enhanced electrical generation capabilities.

Feb 16 โ€ข 12:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

January recorded the highest gas consumption in five years, and transportation in nine years

Lithuania saw a significant increase in gas consumption in January due to low temperatures and high demand for heating and electricity generation, according to Amber Grid.

Feb 13 โ€ข 14:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
World

Latvian company plans to develop a nuclear waste-powered generator โ€“ initially for the Moon

A Latvian company, Deep Space Energy, is developing a new generation nuclear generator intended to produce electricity on the Moon using five times less fuel than previous systems.

Feb 12 โ€ข 12:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Four-day maintenance to cut generation by 935MW, NISO warns

Nigeria is set to face a significant drop in electricity generation due to scheduled maintenance on a major gas facility, which is expected to reduce power generation by nearly 935 megawatts.

Feb 12 โ€ข 12:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

NNPC warns of power dip as Seplat shuts gas plant

The NNPC has announced a temporary reduction in gas supply due to Seplat Energy's scheduled maintenance, which could affect electricity generation in Nigeria.

Feb 12 โ€ข 12:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The Weather is Becoming Cold Again - Hereโ€™s What Electricity Prices Look Like

Electricity prices in Finland have surged recently due to cold weather and low wind power generation, reaching over 80 cents per kilowatt-hour.

Feb 12 โ€ข 08:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Price frustrates investors and threatens Brazil's largest energy generation auction of 2026

The prices for Brazil's main energy auction were negatively received by investors, resulting in falling shares of companies and raising concerns over participation in the event.

Feb 11 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Reps set up seven-man panel to audit gas supplied to gencos

The Nigerian House of Representatives has established a seven-member panel to conduct a forensic audit of gas supplied to power generation companies due to concerns over gas being provided to inactive facilities.

Feb 10 โ€ข 18:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

N3.6tn power subsidy plan should go beyond 2028 โ€“ GenCos

Power generation companies in Nigeria are urging the government to extend its proposed N3.6tn power subsidy plan beyond 2028, citing ongoing issues within the electricity sector.

Feb 10 โ€ข 02:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Nigeriaโ€™s power grid operated at 36% capacity in January โ€” NERC

Nigeria's power grid struggled with generation availability, operating at only 36% capacity in January 2026 as reported by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC).

Feb 9 โ€ข 11:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Kyiv to bring online additional 9 MW of electricity capacity, imports reach highest level

Kyiv is set to increase its electricity generation capacity by 9 MW and has reported record daily electricity imports amid ongoing challenges in electricity supply following significant damage from recent Russian attacks.

Feb 8 โ€ข 17:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

What other alternatives for electricity generation should Ecuador consider?

Experts suggest Ecuador explore various energy generation alternatives, such as solar, wind, and energy efficiency campaigns to meet growing demand.

Feb 8 โ€ข 14:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukraine's nuclear generation still partially reduced, emergency power outages introduced in most regions

Due to ongoing damage from Russian attacks on electricity infrastructure, Ukraine continues to experience nuclear generation reductions and emergency power outages in most regions.

Feb 8 โ€ข 08:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukraine's nuclear power plants cut generation capacity after large-scale Russian attack

Ukraine's nuclear power plants have reduced their generation capacity following a large-scale attack by Russia using drones and missiles, impacting the country's electricity supply.

Feb 7 โ€ข 08:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

CFE and Sener promote Mixed Development Schemes to strengthen the country's energy security

The Ministry of Energy (Sener) and the Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) held an informational session to present Mixed Development Schemes aimed at enhancing energy security through strategic electric generation projects.

Feb 6 โ€ข 21:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
World

Sweden provides โ‚ฌ94m for Ukraine's energy sector

Sweden has announced a โ‚ฌ94 million energy support package for Ukraine to address urgent needs in electricity generation and infrastructure recovery.

Feb 5 โ€ข 12:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

GenCos dispute power subsidy claims as govt targets FAAC

Nigerian generation companies are disputing the existence of electricity subsidies as the government plans to distribute subsidy costs among different levels of government from 2026.

Feb 5 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Billions for network development. PSE prepares for increased electricity consumption

The article discusses the planned investments by Polish Power Networks (PSE) to meet rising electricity consumption from 2027 to 2036, including strategies to address power balance and generation capacity gaps.

Feb 3 โ€ข 12:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Nigeriaโ€™s incessant grid collapse crisis

Nigeria experienced two significant power grid failures within four days, severely affecting electricity generation and leaving millions without power, highlighting ongoing issues in the power sector.

Feb 3 โ€ข 00:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Egypt signs renewable energy agreements worth $1.8 billion

Egypt has signed agreements for renewable energy projects with investments exceeding $1.8 billion, aimed at increasing the contribution of clean energy to its electricity generation mix and enhancing energy security.

Jan 11 โ€ข 12:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Power Generation 2025: Photovoltaics Surpass Lignite for the First Time

In 2025, for the first time, photovoltaic systems in Germany generated more electricity than lignite power plants, reflecting a significant shift towards renewable energy sources over the past decade.

Jan 5 โ€ข 11:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Rapid Support Forces' Drones Target Electricity Station in Northern Kordofan

Drones belonging to the Rapid Support Forces attacked an electricity generation station in Al-Obeid, Northern Kordofan, leading to power outages while damage assessment is underway.

Jan 4 โ€ข 05:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
National & Local

Coal power generation falls to lowest level since 1956 - record for renewable energies

Germany has produced the least amount of coal power in 69 years in 2025, while renewable energy generation continues to increase.

Jan 2 โ€ข 17:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ iRozhlas
Life & Tech

Nuclear Power Plants in the Czech Republic Produced a Record More Than 32 TWh of Electricity Last Year

Last year, nuclear power plants in the Czech Republic achieved a record electricity generation of over 32 terawatt-hours (TWh).

Jan 1 โ€ข 10:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Wind and the Sun under Censorship. Trump vs. Renewable Energy

The article discusses the challenges faced by wind energy projects in the U.S. due to the Trump administration's opposition, despite wind power contributing to 10% of the country's electricity generation.

Jan 1 โ€ข 08:42 UTC

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