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๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Severe Dispute Over Market Electricity: Electricity Company Cut Power, Food Spoiled

A significant dispute over market electricity led to a company cutting off power, resulting in spoiled food for a local accommodation service in Finland.

Mar 22 โ€ข 08:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

EKEDC announces power outage after Lagos fire

Eko Electricity Distribution Company has begun efforts to restore power in parts of Lagos following a fire triggered by a vehicle collision with a gas tanker.

Mar 21 โ€ข 18:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Finnish Engine is the World's Best Diesel Engine

The Core80 diesel engine produced by Finnish company Agco Power has been named the best diesel engine in the world for 2026.

Mar 21 โ€ข 14:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Reports: Stegra's financing is close to a solution

Discussions are underway regarding the power distribution between new and old owners of the struggling steel company Stegra, which is facing a financial crisis requiring significantly more funding than previously estimated.

Mar 20 โ€ข 16:56 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Gabon: a company supplying electricity to Libreville with boats threatens to cut power

A Turkish company supplying electricity to Libreville threatens to stop operations due to unpaid bills from the Gabonese government.

Mar 20 โ€ข 09:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Court voids the construction permit of the solar power project based on wind power decision - solar power company to take the matter forward

Neoen Renewables Finland is appealing to the Supreme Administrative Court after a court decision revoked a construction permit for a solar power project in Orimattila.

Mar 19 โ€ข 11:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Possibly Melted Reactor Pressure Vessel Captured Inside Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant Unit 3 by Drone

Tokyo Electric Power Company has released footage showing possible melting of the reactor pressure vessel in Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant Unit 3.

Mar 19 โ€ข 10:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Aโ€™Ibom denies plan to sell Ibom Power, labels report false

The Akwa Ibom State Government has refuted claims that it intends to sell the state-owned Ibom Power Company, calling the report from Guide Newspaper false.

Mar 19 โ€ข 08:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Rain, feeder faults plunge several Osun communities into darkness

Heavy rainfall and technical faults have led to power outages in multiple communities in Osun State, Nigeria, as reported by the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company.

Mar 19 โ€ข 00:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

JO criticism against Flens municipality after 'wind power sign'

The Swedish Parliamentary Ombudsman has criticized the municipality of Flen for attempting to influence a company's advertisement regarding wind energy.

Mar 18 โ€ข 09:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Toilet Use Recorded During Work Hours: Employee Claims 'It's Painful' and Questions the Boundary of Power Harassment

A male employee in Aichi Prefecture protests the company's requirement to record the duration and nature of his toilet visits during work hours, viewing it as a painful form of workplace harassment.

Mar 17 โ€ข 21:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

TEPCO's Capital Partnership, Dozens of Overseas Funds Express Interest; Delisting Also Considered

Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings (TEPCO HD) is attracting interest from dozens of domestic and foreign investment funds and companies for potential capital partnerships as part of its restructuring plan.

Mar 17 โ€ข 21:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Cuba: power goes out across the country

A nationwide power outage occurred in Cuba due to a complete shutdown of the national grid, as reported by the state electricity company.

Mar 16 โ€ข 19:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Power reset: How GAMCO may unlock 1,600MW

Nigeria's government is introducing the Grid Asset Management Company to address power shortages by unlocking stranded generation capacity and improving transmission infrastructure.

Mar 16 โ€ข 03:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Paulistas blame Enel more than Tarcรญsio, Lula, and Nunes for lack of energy, says Datafolha

A Datafolha survey reveals that residents of Sรฃo Paulo attribute more responsibility for power outages to the energy company Enel than to public officials.

Mar 13 โ€ข 18:59 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Disco Begs Customers, Says Poor Power Supply Not Its Fault

FirstPower Electricity Distribution Company in Anambra, Nigeria, has asked customers to understand that the poor power supply is due to nationwide generation issues and not their operational shortcomings.

Mar 13 โ€ข 07:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Energy cutoff due to non-existent debt generates compensation in MG

A Brazilian consumer was compensated for moral damages after being unfairly charged for a non-existent debt by the power company Cemig, resulting in a week-long power cut.

Mar 12 โ€ข 18:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Closed roads, train troubles and power warnings before the storm

Norway prepares for a severe storm with road closures and increased power company readiness.

Mar 12 โ€ข 16:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Power company increases preparedness before Thursday's storm

Elvia, a power company in Norway, is preparing for severe weather forecasted for Thursday evening and night, with increased staffing and safety recommendations for residents.

Mar 12 โ€ข 15:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Electricity spot pricing became too expensive: dozens of wind power plants undergoing corporate restructuring

A wind farm in Finland, owned by German company WPD, has filed for corporate restructuring due to changes in electricity pricing and market dynamics.

Mar 12 โ€ข 15:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Wave of Vacations in the Supreme Audit Office after Change of Power. Spokesperson Marian Banaล› to Join State Company

The article discusses significant personnel and structural changes within Poland's Supreme Audit Office following the end of Marian Banaล›'s presidency, including ethical concerns and conflicts of interest arising from the return of auditors to their roles.

Mar 12 โ€ข 03:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Women critical drivers of social, national development โ€“ NDPHC CEO

Jennifer Adighije, CEO of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company, emphasizes the importance of women in leadership and the organizationโ€™s commitment to gender inclusivity during an event for International Womenโ€™s Day.

Mar 10 โ€ข 21:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Studsvik invests in new nuclear power - acquires development company

Studsvik has acquired Kรคrnfull Next to expand its operations into the development of new reactor projects.

Mar 9 โ€ข 07:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Why your power supply remains erratic โ€” IBEDC

The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company has attributed the erratic power supply in its covered areas to gas supply shortages and national grid instability.

Mar 7 โ€ข 15:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Tinubu sets up committee for power grid management

President Bola Tinubu has inaugurated an 11-member committee to establish the Grid Asset Management Company Limited to address challenges in Nigeria's power sector.

Mar 6 โ€ข 17:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

The power company profits over the years despite contraction

The Icelandic power company continues to record profits even in the face of economic contraction.

Mar 6 โ€ข 17:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Employee finds hidden microcamera in company bathroom in Santa Catarina

A microcamera was discovered concealed within a power outlet in the bathroom of SS Solar Energia in Iรงara, Brazil, prompting police action and an investigation into unauthorized surveillance.

Mar 6 โ€ข 17:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Investigation of the Core Meltdown at Reactor No. 3 Using Micro Drones: 21 Flights in Two Weeks

Tokyo Electric Power Company has begun a series of inspections using micro drones inside the containment vessel of Reactor No. 3 at Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant, with plans for 21 flights over two weeks to assess the state of nuclear fuel debris.

Mar 5 โ€ข 09:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

F.A.Z. Exclusive: The Quiet Power in Engine Manufacturing

The article discusses how Horse Powertrain, a little-known but powerful company in engine manufacturing, supplies various auto brands, including high-end and budget models, as traditional manufacturers retreat from combustion engine production.

Mar 5 โ€ข 09:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Tepco official says 'it's short but incredibly long' - Fukushima Daiichi's 51-year decommissioning goal

Tokyo Electric Power Company (Tepco) is strategizing on the extraction of nuclear fuel debris from the Fukushima Daiichi plant as it approaches a goal set for decommissioning by 2051.

Mar 5 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

FEC approves asset company to fix power transmission

The Nigerian Federal Executive Council has approved the creation of a Grid Asset Management Company to resolve ongoing issues in power transmission in the country.

Mar 5 โ€ข 00:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Tohoku Shinkansen, service suspended between Tokyo and Morioka; expected to resume around 8:20 AM

East Japan Railway Company has suspended operations on the Tohoku Shinkansen line between Tokyo and Morioka due to a power outage caused by fallen trees.

Mar 3 โ€ข 23:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Okpebholo joins Edo residents to protest power outages

Residents of Edo State, led by Governor Monday Okpebholo, protested in Benin City against frequent power outages and the billing practices of the Benin Electricity Distribution Company.

Mar 3 โ€ข 00:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

MG mining company delivers first national batch of rare earths for magnet production in Brazil

Brazil has made a significant move in the global rare earths competition by producing domestically sourced materials for high-power magnets.

Mar 1 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต 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 โ€ข 05:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ 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 โ€ข 10:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
Sports

Incomprehensible. Neฤas and company are failing in an activity where they should shine

Despite leading in the NHL standings, the Colorado Avalanche are struggling notably with power play efficiency, ranking last in the league.

Feb 28 โ€ข 06:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Senators and STF clash over shielding Toffoli and CPI's power to investigate a company

Brazilian Senators are in conflict with the Supreme Federal Court over an investigation into a company linked to Minister Dias Toffoli, highlighting tensions between Congress and the judiciary.

Feb 28 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Gilmar Mendes cancels the confidentiality breach of a company belonging to Toffoli's family: 'abuse of power'

Brazilian Supreme Court Minister Gilmar Mendes has annulled the breach of confidentiality on financial and telecommunication records of a company linked to his colleague, Minister Dias Toffoli, citing 'abuse of power' by the Senate's organized crime committee.

Feb 27 โ€ข 18:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Another harsh report on the Rรญo Turbio mine shows an unviable company that will be difficult to privatize

A recent report reveals that Yacimientos Carbonรญferos Rรญo Turbio (YCRT) is heavily indebted, lacks proper documentation, and has a non-operational power plant, complicating governmental efforts to privatize the company.

Feb 27 โ€ข 15:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

The energy company wants to expand the Lagarfoss power plant again and increase revenues by up to 320 million

An energy company plans to enhance the Lagarfoss power plant, potentially raising its revenue significantly.

Feb 27 โ€ข 15:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

AEDC slashes losses, deploys 70,000 meters

The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company has significantly reduced its operational losses and deployed additional meters as part of efforts to enhance electricity supply.

Feb 27 โ€ข 00:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Residents, business owners decry poor power supply in Lagos communities

Residents and business owners in Lagos State are expressing frustration over the persistent poor electricity supply provided by the Ikeja Electric Distribution Company.

Feb 27 โ€ข 00:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

FG urged to scrap electricity subsidies for all customers

The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company, Jennifer Adighije, has called for the removal of electricity subsidies in Nigeria, advocating for cost-reflective tariffs to stabilize the power sector.

Feb 26 โ€ข 00:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Franceโ€™s Engie strikes deal to buy UK Power Networks for ยฃ10.5bn

Engie has announced its agreement to acquire UK Power Networks for ยฃ10.5 billion, marking a significant step in the company's growth strategy in energy transition.

Feb 25 โ€ข 21:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Scoop: Trump brings Big Tech to White House to curb power costs amid AI boom

President Trump is set to meet with major tech company leaders to sign a pledge aimed at reducing energy costs associated with growing demand from AI data centers.

Feb 25 โ€ข 17:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Neuss family, owners of Havanna, and Newsan seek to acquire a strategic business

The Neuss family and Newsan are participating in the bidding for a significant stake in Transener, a major power transmission company in Argentina, with expectations of reaching $200 million.

Feb 25 โ€ข 15:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Debris Retrieval Robot Arm Unveiled: Development Delays, Second Unit Set for 2026

Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) unveiled a robot arm designed to retrieve melted nuclear fuel from the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant, with plans to deploy a second unit by fiscal year 2026 due to development delays.

Feb 25 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

โ€˜kWp 1โ€™ has invested 14 million euros in the creation of two hybrid solar and battery parks in the Ogres and Limbaลพi municipalities

The company โ€˜kWp 1โ€™ has invested 14 million euros to establish two hybrid solar power and battery storage parks in Latvia, which will supply power for up to 24 hours to local households and businesses.

Feb 25 โ€ข 07:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

TEPCO Employee Photographs Secret Document with Smartphone and Sends it to 16 Colleagues

A Tokyo Electric Power Company employee photographed a classified document related to security measures at the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa Nuclear Power Plant and sent it to 16 colleagues, raising concerns over security management lapses.

Feb 24 โ€ข 02:12 UTC

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