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🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

TEPCO Implements Renewable Energy 'Output Control' for the First Time Due to Increased Solar Power Generation in Good Weather

Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) has conducted its first 'output control' of renewable energy, limiting solar and wind generation due to an excess supply caused by good weather conditions.

Mar 1 • 05:30 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

With current levels of Mazar and Amaluza reservoirs, Paute can generate for 22 consecutive days without a single drop of water entering

Ecuador's Paute hydroelectric complex can sustain power generation for 22 days under current reservoir conditions without new water inflow.

Feb 26 • 12:20 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Solar energy storage could have a payback period of two years in Brazil

The installation of energy storage systems integrated with solar generation in Brazil can provide a payback period of up to two years for both commercial and residential establishments.

Feb 24 • 15:31 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Metlen: New hybrid project of 198 MW in the United Kingdom

Metlen is undertaking a new 198 MW hybrid project in the UK for Cero Generation and Enso Energy as part of its commitment to support the country's energy transition.

Feb 24 • 11:47 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Renault partners with the Spanish Basquevolt to develop the battery for the electric car of the future

Renault has teamed up with Basquevolt to develop a next-generation electric vehicle battery that promises a breakthrough in energy density compared to current lithium-ion batteries.

Feb 24 • 11:17 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Engie evaluates batteries and data center to alleviate cuts in solar park in Brazil

Engie is considering installing batteries or bitcoin mining data centers at its newly inaugurated solar complex in Brazil to mitigate energy generation cuts affecting the project and the renewable energy sector as a whole.

Feb 23 • 23:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Shared generation advances and expands access to clean energy in the country

Shared generation models are improving access to clean energy in Brazil while reducing costs for consumers.

Feb 23 • 20:39 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
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 • 07:40 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

From electric generation: China/Europe versus the US/rest of Asia? to DeepSeek and the disaster of Chinese industrial policy with chips

The article discusses the shifting dynamics in energy production between China, Europe, and the United States, highlighting China's recent achievements in renewable energy and the implications for global energy politics.

Feb 21 • 23:05 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Next-Generation Decentralized Power Grid for 'Local Production, Local Consumption' Fully Established This Year

The South Korean government is set to commence the full-scale implementation of a next-generation decentralized power grid to promote local energy production and consumption beginning this year.

Feb 20 • 01:41 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The financed war against energy generation from waste

A powerful network of international NGOs is opposing Waste-to-Energy technology, masking the true source of their funding and political motivations.

Feb 20 • 01:00 UTC
🇨🇦 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 • 20:45 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Japan's Next Generation Reactor Business Emerges as Second Investment Project with the US

Japan plans to include the construction of next-generation reactors as part of its second investment project in the United States.

Feb 19 • 02:47 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Japan's First Major Investment in the US: 52 Trillion Won in Industrial Diamonds, Power Generation, and Oil

Japan publicly revealed its first investment projects in the United States, which total $55 billion, aimed primarily at industrial diamonds, energy generation, and oil production.

Feb 18 • 09:46 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Senior energy official outlines Ukraine's new power generation needs

Ukraine's energy officials have announced the need for an additional 9.5 GW of power generation capacity to be developed with collaboration from the government and the private sector.

Feb 18 • 09:44 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

DTEK to spend $355 million restoring 4GW of power generation destroyed by Russia before next winter

DTEK will invest €300 million to repair power generation capacity damaged by Russian attacks, aiming to restore 4GW before the next winter.

Feb 17 • 13:03 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Lack of energy investment reduces confidence in new companies: Comce Noreste

A lack of investment in energy generation and distribution is undermining confidence for new companies looking to establish themselves in Mexico amid nearshoring efforts, according to Javier Cendejas Meneses, president of COMCE Noreste.

Feb 16 • 23:52 UTC
🇪🇨 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 • 12:45 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

China’s green energy leader Inner Mongolia starts work on new ‘flexible’ power plants

Inner Mongolia is beginning construction on two 'flexible' power plants that will integrate coal with renewable energy sources to enhance power generation for eastern China.

Feb 16 • 09:31 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Department of War transports next-generation reactor in nuclear energy milestone

The U.S. Department of War has successfully transported a next-generation nuclear reactor from California to Utah as part of a military initiative to modernize nuclear energy infrastructure.

Feb 15 • 21:36 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

The U.S. advances its nuclear strategy with the air transport of a next-generation reactor

The U.S. Department of Defense announced the air transport of a next-generation nuclear reactor as part of its initiative to strengthen nuclear energy development in the country.

Feb 15 • 20:19 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

News in New York: Kathy Hochul announced more than 23 million dollars for innovation projects in next-generation buildings

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced an investment of over 23 million dollars aimed at funding projects focused on innovation in next-generation buildings to address climate change and improve energy efficiency.

Feb 14 • 21:03 UTC
🇱🇹 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 • 14:54 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Chung-Ang University Develops Physical Model for Next-Generation OLED Analysis

Chung-Ang University has developed a critical technology designed to accelerate the commercialization of fourth-generation OLED technology by analyzing energy transfer mechanisms in phosphor-sensitized fluorescence OLEDs.

Feb 13 • 01:50 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

OPG signs deal with Port Hope, Ont., to build new large nuclear reactor

Ontario Power Generation has finalized an agreement to construct a large nuclear reactor in Port Hope, Ontario, which is expected to create significant local employment.

Feb 12 • 21:10 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

France renews its energy strategy: More nuclear power, less land wind power

The French government has introduced a new energy plan aimed at reducing fossil fuel consumption by increasing nuclear power generation.

Feb 12 • 15:15 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Does the energy sector endure harsher winters?

Paulina Grądzik confirms the safety of Poland's energy sector during extreme cold, highlighting record demands and generation levels.

Feb 12 • 13:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

Latvian company plans to develop a nuclear waste-powered generator – 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 • 12:51 UTC
🇳🇬 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 • 12:38 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The Weather is Becoming Cold Again - Here’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 • 08:59 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Labor will never have a better time to revisit carbon pricing - but does it have the stomach to make polluters pay?

The article discusses the potential for Australia to revisit carbon pricing in light of decreasing coal power generation in China and India.

Feb 12 • 00:58 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Wind and solar power generation reached a maximum of 4900 GW last year... China and developing countries outpace G7

Wind and solar energy generation reached an unprecedented capacity of 4900 GW last year, with China and developing countries surpassing the G7.

Feb 11 • 09:54 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Are CFE's mixed contracts sufficient?

The Mexican government, through the Comisión Federal de Electricidad (CFE), is engaging in projects with private companies to develop 6,500 megawatts of electrical generation capacity, which raises questions about energy policy and international agreements regarding energy supply.

Feb 11 • 08:40 UTC
🇧🇷 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 • 02:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Nigeria’s power grid operated at 36% capacity in January — 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 • 11:52 UTC
🇺🇦 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 • 17:43 UTC
🇪🇨 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 • 14:30 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
World

War in Ukraine: Ukraine: Massive Russian Attacks on Energy Supply

Russia is launching massive attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, focusing on power generation and distribution facilities, according to Ukrainian officials.

Feb 7 • 08:58 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
🇲🇽 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 • 21:58 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

"My Blood, Your Blood: MG x Jarocin". Jarocin Energy Returns to the Stage

The project commemorates the 40th anniversary of a film showcasing Jarocin as a place where music represented a generation's voice, bringing together artists from different generations to reinterpret the soundtrack of the documentary.

Feb 6 • 18:55 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Washington is looking for 'volunteers' to host its nuclear waste forever

The U.S. government, under President Donald Trump, is accelerating plans to build a new generation of small nuclear reactors while facing the challenge of where to store growing amounts of highly toxic nuclear waste.

Feb 6 • 18:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Defender investigates increase in rates on customer bills with solar energy systems in RN

The Public Defender's Office of Rio Grande do Norte is investigating changes in public lighting tax and ICMS that have led to increased energy bills for consumers with solar energy generation systems.

Feb 5 • 13:24 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
World

Sweden provides €94m for Ukraine's energy sector

Sweden has announced a €94 million energy support package for Ukraine to address urgent needs in electricity generation and infrastructure recovery.

Feb 5 • 12:31 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
World

As Ukrainians freeze, donated energy equipment sits unused

Critical energy generation equipment donated to Ukraine remains idle and unconnected to the grid due to ongoing Russian attacks, exacerbating the hardships during a historically harsh winter.

Feb 4 • 15:10 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

ONS expects high energy demand this Wednesday and says cost will be 10 times higher than average

The Brazilian Electric System Operator forecasts a significant increase in energy demand and a drastic rise in operational costs, potentially reaching R$ 4,870 per megawatt-hour due to higher temperatures in the South region and decreased wind generation.

Feb 4 • 13:31 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Discussion on the Merger of Power Generation Public Enterprises Intensifies...Renewable Energy Separately? Combined into One?

The South Korean government is initiating the merger of its power generation subsidiaries to comply with the 2040 coal power plant shutdown goals, amidst labor union opposition against separating energy sources.

Feb 4 • 07:00 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

Shanxi’s green leap: renewables surpass coal in China’s energy hub

Shanxi, traditionally known for its coal production, has seen renewable energy capacity officially surpass coal-fired generation, symbolizing a significant shift in China's energy strategy.

Feb 4 • 00:03 UTC
🇵🇱 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 • 12:36 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

Coal power generation falls in China and India for first time since 1970s

Coal power generation in China and India declined for the first time since the 1970s, suggesting a potential decrease in global emissions driven by clean energy initiatives.

Jan 13 • 00:01 UTC

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