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🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Support for Private Solar Systems: Enriching is Right but Still Doing it Wrong

A commentary on the German government’s plan to cut feed-in tariffs for smaller solar systems, indicating potential adverse impacts despite sound arguments.

Feb 27 • 12:49 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Plans of the Ministry of Economics: Rich will cut funding for small PV systems

The German Federal Ministry of Economics plans to eliminate subsidies for new small solar power systems, according to a draft bill.

Feb 26 • 17:40 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Two appliance rule could cut £178 off your electricity bills

A simple change in daily habits could lead UK households to save approximately £178 on energy bills annually, according to an energy expert.

Feb 26 • 08:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Guará Fair in DF Has Power Cut Due to R$ 15 Thousand Debt; Neoenergia Says It Gave Prior Notice

The Guará Fair in the Federal District experienced a power cut due to an unpaid debt of R$ 15 thousand, leading to operational disruptions at the venue.

Feb 25 • 22:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Electricity meter countdown for nearly 150,000 Brits before summer 'switch off'

Nearly 150,000 households in the UK are facing a shift to smart meters, as outdated electricity meters risk losing vital heating and hot water control before a summer cut-off.

Feb 25 • 10:09 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Martin Lewis reveals 'simple' way to cut your energy bill after Ofgem update

Martin Lewis advises households on how to reduce energy bills following a reduction in Ofgem's energy price cap.

Feb 25 • 08:33 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Slovakia threatens to cut power supplies to Ukraine unless oil imports resume

Slovakia's Prime Minister warned that the country would cut power supplies to Ukraine if oil imports through the Druzhba pipeline are not restored.

Feb 23 • 19:18 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Graph of the Day: Czechia and Poland Cut Off Russian Oil, Slovakia Increased Its Imports Last Year

Despite the geopolitical tensions arising from the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Slovakia and Hungary continue to import Russian oil, while Czechia and Poland have successfully cut off these imports.

Feb 23 • 17:14 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Exact date energy bills could fall after Government promised cut

UK households may see a reduction in energy bills by £150 due to governmental changes starting in April.

Feb 22 • 14:52 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
World

Slovaks threaten to turn off electricity to Ukraine

Slovakia is threatening to cut off electricity supplies to Ukraine due to ongoing diplomatic tensions.

Feb 22 • 12:04 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Exact date for 'energy bills to be slashed' with announcement due in days

Households in the UK are expecting a reduction in energy bills with an upcoming announcement from Ofgem about a price cap cut.

Feb 22 • 09:26 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Druzhba Pipeline Sparks Dispute: Hungary and Slovakia Threaten to Cut Electricity to Ukraine

Hungary and Slovakia have threatened to cut electricity supplies to Ukraine due to tensions arising from the Druzhba oil pipeline disruption.

Feb 22 • 08:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Energy bills 'significant cut' this week in new announcement

UK households are set to see a 7% cut in energy bills starting in April due to a government restructuring of energy charges.

Feb 22 • 08:09 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Cut your heating costs this winter with this 12pm change to your home

The article offers advice on reducing heating costs during winter by implementing smart home efficiency tips and encouraging outdoor activity.

Feb 22 • 04:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Slovakia and Hungary threaten retaliation if Ukraine does not resume pumping Russian oil to the two countries

Slovakia and Hungary have issued threats to Ukraine to resume the flow of Russian oil, with Slovakia indicating it will cut emergency electricity supplies to Ukraine if action is not taken within two days.

Feb 22 • 00:36 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
World

Ukraine: Hungary and Slovakia threaten to cut electricity imports into the country

Hungary and Slovakia threaten to cut off electricity imports to Ukraine unless it resumes oil transit from Russia, amid escalating tensions between the nations.

Feb 21 • 21:13 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Slovak Prime Minister Threatens Ukraine with Cut Off of Emergency Electricity Supply

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico warned that he would request Slovak companies to halt emergency electricity supplies to Ukraine if oil deliveries do not resume by Monday.

Feb 21 • 11:07 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Hungary threatens Ukraine with electricity cuts amid dispute over Russian oil

Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban has threatened to cut electricity supplies to Ukraine if Kyiv continues to obstruct the delivery of Russian oil to Hungary.

Feb 20 • 00:28 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

Is an energy war brewing between Ukraine and EU states? (VIDEO)

Hungary and Slovakia threaten to cut energy supplies to Ukraine in retaliation for Ukraine blocking the transit of Russian oil, raising tensions amid an ongoing energy conflict.

Feb 19 • 17:45 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

US States Sue Trump Administration Over Clean Energy Funding

Thirteen US states, including California, are suing the Trump administration to secure federal grants for clean energy projects that were cut following policy changes favoring fossil fuels.

Feb 19 • 06:50 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Slovakia threatens to cut off electricity supply to Ukraine due to possible pipeline blockade

Slovak Prime Minister R. Fico threatens to halt electricity supplies to Ukraine amid accusations that Ukraine is using the oil pipeline blockage as a lever for political gain.

Feb 18 • 14:45 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Cut the power: Technical error has caused prices to soar

A technical error has led to soaring electricity prices for Danes living east of the Great Belt, prompting them to reconsider their power usage during peak times.

Feb 17 • 14:54 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
World

Western pressure may force Russia to cut oil production volumes

Russia may be compelled to significantly reduce its oil production in the coming months due to increasing pressure from the U.S. and Europe, which would further diminish funding for the Kremlin's war in Ukraine.

Feb 17 • 11:28 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Bill Decree, 90 Euro Bonus for the Needy. Aiming to Cut Electricity Prices

The Italian government is increasing the one-time bonus for low-income families from 55 to 90 euros as part of an upcoming electricity bill decree aimed at reducing electricity prices.

Feb 12 • 20:15 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

Russian energy cut key to EU economic woes – Macron

French President Emmanuel Macron stated that the EU's economic challenges are primarily due to the cut in Russian energy supplies, leading to reliance on more expensive US energy.

Feb 11 • 20:39 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The US offers $9 billion to a Russian ally: to cut the umbilical cord with the Kremlin

The US is paving the way for its nuclear technology and fuel export to Armenia, creating opportunities for an American company to potentially replace an aging nuclear plant, thus diminishing Russia's influence in the region.

Feb 10 • 09:13 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Shame, people shouted in the room. Taraba cut the discussion about the pumped-storage plant, after three minutes he got up and left

Minister Taraba abruptly ended a discussion regarding the controversial pumped-storage plant project, facing criticism from local residents and opposition groups.

Feb 9 • 17:09 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Octopus Energy '30 degree' rule may cut £27 off energy bills

Octopus Energy suggests households can save on energy bills by washing clothes at 30 degrees and air-drying laundry.

Feb 9 • 11:28 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Zelenskyy: Russian attack forces Ukrainian nuclear units to cut output, one has shut down

President Zelenskyy announced that Russian strikes have forced reductions in output at Ukrainian nuclear power plants, including an automatic shutdown of one unit.

Feb 7 • 15:18 UTC
🇺🇦 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 • 08:32 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

The best days in February to cut hair according to astrology

February 2026 offers astrological insights for optimal hair cutting days, highlighting a full moon in Leo for volume and a solar eclipse in Aquarius for intense renewal energy.

Feb 5 • 10:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

UN chief warns that oil shortage in Cuba could lead to humanitarian catastrophe

The UN Secretary-General expresses deep concern over the deteriorating humanitarian situation in Cuba due to potential oil shortages as the U.S. threatens to cut off energy supplies to the island nation.

Feb 4 • 19:11 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

India-US Trade Deal: Tariff cut from 50% to 18%, know more...

A breakthrough in the India-US Trade Deal results in a reduction of US tariffs from 50% to 18% following discussions between PM Modi and Donald Trump, including details on Russian oil, energy trade, and a $500 billion deal.

Feb 3 • 07:34 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
World

EU Gives Final Approval to Russian Gas Ban

The European Union has approved a plan to phase out imports of Russian gas and liquefied natural gas by 2027 to cut off funding for Russia's war in Ukraine.

Jan 26 • 16:26 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Keep homes warm and cut energy bills by using heating at 1 specific time of day

A heating expert provides tips on the optimal time to use heating to maintain warmth in homes and reduce energy bills during winter.

Jan 15 • 14:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

The 50p trick that could help cut window condensation this winter

Experts recommend a simple 50p hack to help British households reduce window condensation during the winter months as energy prices stay high.

Jan 9 • 01:40 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Overlooked kettle tip could cut bills in UK households

A simple change in kettle usage can help UK households reduce electricity costs amid rising energy bills.

Jan 6 • 13:26 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

Venezuela reduces oil production, storage full

Venezuela's state oil company PDVSA has started to cut oil production due to U.S. sanctions halting exports, resulting in tanks piling up in storage facilities.

Jan 5 • 12:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Heat just two important rooms in your home to cut energy bills and stay warm

The Met Office recommends focusing on heating two specific rooms in your home to manage energy costs while staying warm during the cold spell in Britain.

Jan 4 • 04:28 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Lakeland sale has 'best thing since sliced bread' 9p-per-hour clothes dryer cut price

Lakeland has reduced the price of its Dry:Soon Deluxe clothes dryer, which is celebrated for its efficiency and low energy cost.

Dec 27 • 04:03 UTC

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