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🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Electric and gas prices increase across the board due to reduced government subsidies for March usage

Major electric and gas companies in Japan have announced price increases for March due to rising fuel costs and reduced government subsidies.

Feb 26 • 09:30 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

Iran: focus will be solely on the nuclear issue

Iran is focusing its negotiations solely on nuclear issues while seeking the lifting of sanctions and asserting its right to peaceful nuclear energy usage.

Feb 26 • 09:26 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letter to the Editor. Reply: The Capacity Fee Should Spread Out Customer Electricity Usage

Per Barkström from Mälarenergi discusses the importance of evenly distributing electricity consumption throughout the day to utilize the existing power grid more efficiently.

Feb 25 • 15:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'Energy bills may be coming down - but there is a sting in the tail for many'

Energy bills in the UK are projected to decrease by an average of £117 annually, but the reduction may not be as beneficial for many families as it seems due to updates in the price cap and seasonal changes in energy usage.

Feb 25 • 14:21 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The Flip Side of Wind Power: Decades of Growth in Energy Wood Usage Might Collapse

The increasing use of affordable wind energy in district heating plants in Finland is rapidly decreasing the demand for energy wood, with projections suggesting a potential 50% drop by the end of the 2030s.

Feb 25 • 12:17 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letters to the Editor: Base effect fees on all days of electricity consumption

A local resident calls for electricity effect fees to be based on total monthly consumption rather than peak usage to promote more economical energy use.

Feb 23 • 17:46 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

Dishwasher or hand washing? Which ultimately costs less

The article compares the costs of using a dishwasher versus hand washing dishes, taking into account electricity, water usage, and time.

Feb 22 • 10:42 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Easy ways to save electricity - pay attention to these devices

A state energy efficiency company in Finland suggests that households can reduce electricity consumption by adjusting usage habits and making simple changes.

Feb 17 • 16:45 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Turn off the power at 5 PM: Technical error sends prices soaring

Danes east of the Great Belt are advised to reconsider using electricity this evening due to extremely high prices caused by a data error.

Feb 17 • 14:54 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
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Electricity usage set a record in Finland in January

Finland experienced unprecedented electricity usage in January, reaching 9.6 terawatt-hours, primarily due to exceptionally cold weather.

Feb 17 • 07:03 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

OLED SORROW? ⟩ These 5 home appliances secretly raise your electricity bill

The article discusses five common household appliances that may be contributing to increasing electricity bills, emphasizing the significance of monitoring their usage.

Feb 16 • 12:57 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Solar Power on Rooftops and Parking Lots... Climate Department Plans 60% Renewable Energy for Public Institutions

The South Korean government aims to increase the share of renewable energy used by public institutions to 60% by 2030 as part of its commitment to achieving 100% renewable energy usage.

Feb 11 • 05:12 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How much does it cost to charge an electric car in 2026

The cost of charging an electric car in Argentina has become variable, now depending on actual usage and type of charging.

Feb 11 • 03:01 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Turf, Marin, and Saarikko mentioned – Kurvinen angered by Purra: "Everyone deceived!"

Opposition party leader Antti Kurvinen expressed outrage on social media over comments made by the chair of the Finns Party, Riikka Purra, regarding previous government's energy policies on turf usage.

Feb 8 • 11:08 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Utilitas opens the largest heat storage in the Baltic states at the Väo energy complex

Utilitas has opened the largest heat storage facility in the Baltic states with a capacity of 1100 MWh in Tallinn, aimed at balancing energy production and reducing fossil fuel usage.

Feb 6 • 13:19 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Domestic three companies' global electric vehicle battery usage market share falls by 3.3%

The market share of South Korea's three major battery firms—LG Energy Solution, SK On, and Samsung SDI—declined by 3.3% despite a global increase in electric vehicle battery usage, largely due to the growing dominance of Chinese competitors.

Feb 4 • 09:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Octopus urges people to follow 12am-4pm 'rule' if they want to avoid higher bills

Octopus Energy advises UK households to adhere to a 12am-4pm electricity usage rule to help minimize energy bills.

Jan 13 • 12:28 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

I have tried various wifi electricity consumption meters and this is the best

This article reviews various wifi electricity consumption meters and identifies the best one for monitoring household energy usage through a mobile app.

Jan 12 • 06:00 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

What is black maca for? Benefits, how to take it for training and where to buy

The article discusses the benefits of black maca as a natural supplement for energy, physical performance, and hormonal balance, along with instructions on usage and purchasing options.

Jan 11 • 05:55 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
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Price cap rise pushes up winter energy bills but Brits can still save with trick

Energy bills in the UK are set to rise this winter despite promised reductions, which will not take effect for months, leaving households facing higher costs just as energy usage peaks.

Jan 6 • 04:03 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Why You Don't Need to Say 'Thank You' to ChatGPT

The article discusses the underlying energy consumption and resource usage of AI systems like ChatGPT, emphasizing that the interaction may seem immaterial, but it has significant environmental impacts.

Jan 5 • 09:57 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Simple plug-in gadget that could help consumers monitor their energy bill in 2026

A new smart plug device is gaining popularity as consumers seek to monitor and control their energy usage to manage costs effectively in 2026.

Jan 3 • 14:30 UTC

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