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🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Blackout plunges Cuba into darkness and exposes fragile power grid

A nationwide power outage in Cuba left 11 million residents without electricity, highlighting the country's struggling energy system.

Mar 17 • 06:52 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Cuba’s electrical grid collapses amid US oil blockade

Cuba's electrical grid has collapsed, leaving nearly 10 million people without power, affected by a U.S. oil blockade that has exacerbated the country's generation system problems.

Mar 16 • 19:41 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Cuba's power grid collapsed, leaving millions without electricity

Cuba's national power grid collapsed, leaving approximately ten million people without electricity due to longstanding issues with its outdated energy production and distribution system.

Mar 16 • 19:13 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A total blackout in Cuba leaves the island in darkness and increases pressure on the dictatorship

Cuba experienced a nationwide blackout as its national electricity system collapsed, affecting millions amidst an ongoing energy crisis.

Mar 16 • 18:47 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Cuba is left without power due to the collapse of its entire electrical system

Cuba has experienced a nationwide blackout after the complete collapse of its electrical system, marking the sixth total blackout in a year and a half.

Mar 16 • 18:31 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Transportation Restrictions Cost Society Billions Annually

Transportation restrictions in Iceland's electrical system are causing the society to lose billions annually due to wastage of energy and lost economic opportunities.

Mar 14 • 15:27 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Store electricity when it is cheap, sell it when it is expensive. 'EngyCell' helps to earn with battery systems

'EngyCell' is a Latvian digital platform that optimizes battery system operations in energy markets, targeting customers such as factories and renewable energy parks while planning expansion in Europe.

Mar 14 • 02:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Renewable energy companies will demand that presidential candidates prioritize the issue

Renewable energy companies in Brazil are preparing a letter to presidential candidates outlining public policy suggestions and identifying current challenges in the electricity sector.

Mar 12 • 23:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

No gas, no electricity, Indian Oil will cook day and night with sunlight

Indian Oil has introduced a solar cooking system amid rising LPG cylinder prices, offering an alternative for cooking without the need for LPG.

Mar 12 • 06:56 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

In Zaruma and Portovelo, there are damages to the drinking water and electricity system due to winter emergencies

Winter emergencies in Zaruma and Portovelo have resulted in evacuations and significant impacts on essential services.

Mar 10 • 21:28 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Electricity Arrests Expose Deep-Seated Billing Corruption

Two suspects were arrested in Johannesburg for attempting to manipulate municipal electricity billing, highlighting ongoing corruption issues within the city's energy system.

Mar 9 • 14:46 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

UNDER THE LENS ⟩ Indecision gnaws at Estonia's electricity system

Estonia faces electricity shortages and high prices due to indecision in energy policy over the past five years.

Mar 6 • 16:45 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Energy Reform in Europe: Italy Aims to Undermine EU Emissions Trading

Italy is seeking to undermine the EU emissions trading system as it grapples with rising gas prices and heavy reliance on gas for electricity generation.

Mar 6 • 12:53 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Aerovía operates normally after restoration of electricity supply

The Aerovía system in Guayaquil has resumed normal operations following the restoration of electricity by the National Corporation of Electricity (CNEL).

Mar 6 • 02:20 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Turn off the light to change the bulb?

The article critiques the idea of revoking Enel's concession in São Paulo, emphasizing the complexity and interlinked nature of the city's electricity distribution system.

Mar 5 • 20:05 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Two-thirds of Cuba left in the dark due to a massive failure in the electrical system

A massive failure in Cuba's main thermoelectric plant has left two-thirds of the island without power, affecting nearly 7 million residents.

Mar 4 • 18:46 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

ADMIE: Strengthening Greece's energy security by leveraging IBM technology

Greece is modernizing its electricity transmission infrastructure through a collaboration between the Independent Power Transmission Operator (ADMIE) and IBM to implement an advanced AI-driven Asset Performance Management System (APMS).

Mar 4 • 09:52 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Government seeks a private investment of US$ 700 million to create 'anti blackout' batteries

The Argentine government has launched a national and international call for private investment to establish energy storage battery systems in critical regions of the country, aiming to bolster the electricity supply system.

Mar 2 • 20:07 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Oskari's electricity bill skyrocketed – the culprit turned out to be the building's device

A student in Kokkola, Oskari, is demanding compensation from his landlord after his electricity bill surged due to the energy consumption of a ventilation system.

Mar 2 • 05:53 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Sami received a shocking bill – Soon it became clear what was consuming electricity in his apartment

Sami was surprised by an unusually high electricity bill due to a ventilation system in his rental apartment that drastically increased consumption.

Mar 1 • 17:56 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Benin region faces month of 10-hour daily outages, says TCN

The Benin region in Nigeria will experience scheduled daily electricity outages lasting up to 10 hours as the Transmission Company of Nigeria carries out necessary maintenance work on the power transmission system.

Feb 28 • 10:02 UTC
🇳🇬 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 • 05:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Arvi Hamburg: The carbon dioxide quota trading system is driving oil shale electricity out of competition

The EU's emissions trading system (ETS) is a significant factor contributing to high electricity prices, according to Arvi Hamburg.

Feb 26 • 13:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Terrorist Threat Made to the Nordic Electricity System

A terrorist threat has been issued against the electricity systems of all Nordic countries, according to Swedish and Finnish media reports.

Feb 26 • 11:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

System that generates electricity using marine bacteria developed at Unesp; understand

A research project at São Paulo State University (Unesp) has developed an experimental system that generates electricity using the photosynthesis of marine bacteria.

Feb 26 • 11:26 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Graube: Russia's failure on the front in Ukraine has led to a 'terrorist winter'

During winter months, Russia has been terrorizing Ukraine's energy system with attacks, leading to prolonged lack of heating, electricity, and water in several cities.

Feb 24 • 16:35 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Will investigate the concession system: Fears for data centers in 'every nook and cranny'

Norwegian political parties SV and Høyre propose a concession system for data centers to manage their growth amid rising electricity consumption and environmental concerns.

Feb 24 • 12:55 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Litgrid has a new leader – A. Šemeškevičius begins his duties

A. Šemeškevičius has been appointed as the new leader of Litgrid for a five-year term, focusing on enhancing Lithuania's electricity transmission system.

Feb 23 • 10:21 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

A Cold Winter Challenges Helsinki, Which Switched from Coal to Wood and Electricity - Air Quality Improved

Helsinki faces challenges this winter as it adjusts to a coal-free heating system while noting improvements in air quality.

Feb 21 • 07:30 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Chart of the week: Russia’s attacks push Ukraine’s energy system to the brink

Russia's sustained attacks on Ukraine have severely compromised the country's energy infrastructure, with millions facing a critical lack of heat, electricity, and water amid brutal winter conditions.

Feb 18 • 15:28 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

CFE, ICA, and the government of Mexico City inspected the electrical system of Estadio Banorte

The government of Mexico City, along with the Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) and Ingenieros Civiles Asociados (ICA), conducted a technical inspection of the electrical system at Estadio Banorte.

Feb 17 • 19:36 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The European Anti-Fraud Office has launched an investigation into ČEPS projects

The European Anti-Fraud Office is investigating projects associated with ČEPS, the Czech electricity transmission system operator.

Feb 17 • 13:40 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

How to coordinate electricity production?

The article discusses the critical role of the National Electric System Operator (ONS) in Brazil, comparing it to a conductor leading an orchestra, emphasizing its importance in coordinating electricity supply and demand.

Feb 17 • 13:00 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

CFE reviews electrical system of Estadio Banorte ahead of the 2026 World Cup

The Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) conducted a technical inspection of Estadio Banorte's electrical system in preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Feb 16 • 23:55 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Anti Allas Breaks into the Electricity Market with His Discovery

Mario Kadastik responds to Anti Allas's recent comments about restructuring the Nord Pool energy market, stating that solutions proposed by Allas already exist in the system.

Feb 16 • 14:29 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The reason for the dramatic fluctuations in CO2 quotas has been revealed

A discussion in the Estonian Parliament highlighted the issues concerning the electricity system's reliance on CO2 quota prices due to the use of oil shale for electricity production.

Feb 16 • 12:41 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letters to the Editor: Let power peak prices govern state support

The author argues that the state energy support system should be based on the highest power prices rather than the monthly average, advocating for a change in how energy subsidies are calculated in Sweden.

Feb 16 • 12:38 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Ramaphosa and a Stable Electricity System in South Africa - the Devils Are in the Detail

President Cyril Ramaphosa emphasizes the importance of energy reform in South Africa, but warns that challenges remain despite expectations of progress.

Feb 16 • 04:39 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Anders optimized the heating system: "The power company shouldn’t get another month"

Anders Karbin has transformed his heating system to be independent of electricity, reflecting deep concerns over rising energy costs and potential outages due to geopolitical tensions.

Feb 14 • 09:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Failure of the electrical connection to Sweden

The article discusses the temporary failure of the Poland-Sweden electrical connection, its causes, and the responses from the Polish energy system.

Feb 12 • 17:19 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

"European Energy" has opened the largest hybrid battery and solar power park in Northern Europe

The new hybrid energy park in Kvostedos incorporates a 50 MW energy storage system, enhancing electricity stability and flexibility in the region.

Feb 12 • 12:38 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Russia struck Kyiv’s heating system; two people died in eastern Ukraine

Russia has intensified attacks on Ukraine's electricity and heating infrastructure, plunging entire cities into darkness during the coldest winter in four years of war.

Feb 12 • 09:32 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Energy Expert Explains: These Are the Alternatives to Our Current Electricity Market

Marko Allikson from Baltic Energy Partners discusses the origins of the electricity market system and available alternatives if it no longer meets our needs.

Feb 11 • 19:04 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

A Year in the European Energy System: Baltic Electricity Supply Has Become Safer, But Resilience Needs Strengthening

Experts discussed increasing electricity production in the Baltic states to lower consumer prices and bolster industry resilience.

Feb 11 • 09:56 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Energy Policy: How Renewables are Maturing

Germany's energy policy is evolving with new proposals by Minister Katherina Reiche aimed at enhancing the flexibility of grid operators to stabilize the system and reduce electricity costs.

Feb 9 • 20:56 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
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Irklis: Latvia's energy system is no longer directly influenced by Russia and Belarus

Latvia's energy supply security has significantly improved, as Russia and Belarus can no longer directly affect Latvia's energy system, according to Rolands Irklis, CEO of the electricity transmission system operator AST.

Feb 9 • 07:04 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: Connecting Home Solar and Electric Vehicle Batteries to the Grid Could Boost South Africa's Clean Energy and Strengthen the Electricity System

South Africa aims to enhance its clean energy efforts by integrating residential solar and electric vehicle batteries into the national grid to help reduce carbon emissions.

Feb 9 • 04:41 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Invention: This is how to combat the ridiculously high electricity price spikes

A Finnish company, Wicetec, has developed a de-icing system that could prevent icing on wind turbine blades and reduce electricity price spikes.

Feb 8 • 16:45 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

"Sadales tīkls" has terminated two Russian and Belarusian citizens

The operator of the electricity distribution system, AS 'Sadales tīkls', has terminated the employment of two citizens from Russia and Belarus due to national security laws.

Feb 7 • 10:00 UTC

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