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WSJ: Elon Musk's Tesla will start supplying electricity to the British

Tesla has secured a license to supply electricity to households and businesses in the UK, marking a significant milestone for Elon Musk's company in expanding its energy business.

Mar 15 β€’ 07:30 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

Tesla becomes an electricity provider in Britain

The UK's energy regulator Ofgem has granted Tesla a license to supply electricity to households and businesses throughout Great Britain.

Mar 13 β€’ 08:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Elon Musk's Tesla given go-ahead to supply electricity in Great Britain

Tesla, led by Elon Musk, has received approval to supply electricity to households and businesses across Great Britain, expanding its energy operations.

Mar 12 β€’ 09:17 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Households with air fryers face Β£126 charge from April - but it's good news

Households in the UK will see a reduction in the running costs of air fryers as electricity prices decrease in April.

Mar 10 β€’ 12:19 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
Life & Tech

Don't waste electricity on tumble dryer as towel hack can slash bills

A new towel hack can help reduce energy consumption and costs associated with tumble dryers in the UK.

Mar 7 β€’ 14:58 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Anger as Iran war means Octopus energy increases fee 'twice in a week' - 'shameful'

Octopus Energy, the UK's largest electricity supplier, has faced backlash after increasing exit fees twice in a week amid rising energy prices linked to the Iran war.

Mar 5 β€’ 07:59 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

US tech firms pledge at White House to bear costs of energy for data centers

Major US technology companies have agreed to cover the costs of new electricity generation for data centers during a White House event aiming to alleviate rising energy costs for consumers.

Mar 4 β€’ 23:40 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Cuba in mass blackout including Havana as millions in darkness while oils runs out

Cuba experienced a significant power outage affecting millions, especially in Havana, amidst dwindling oil reserves.

Mar 4 β€’ 19:48 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Blackout in Cuba leaves millions without power amid US oil chokehold

A significant blackout in western Cuba has left millions, including those in Havana, without electricity as the country grapples with energy crisis worsened by dwindling oil supply.

Mar 4 β€’ 19:42 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

AD FEATURE: Window cleaner's life-changing injuries show the danger of working near live electricity

A window cleaner's severe injuries from a high-voltage shock have sparked a campaign for improved safety standards in the cleaning industry.

Mar 2 β€’ 07:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Datacentre developers face calls to disclose effect on UK’s net emissions

Datacentre developers in the UK are urged to disclose the potential impact of their projects on national greenhouse gas emissions amid concerns about rising electricity demand.

Mar 1 β€’ 16:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Sky News
National & Local

Heat from miles underground to power 10,000 homes in UK renewable energy first

The UK's first deep geothermal electricity plant has begun operations in Cornwall, capable of powering 10,000 homes while also extracting lithium for battery production.

Feb 26 β€’ 10:32 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

Two appliance rule could cut Β£178 off your electricity bills

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

Feb 26 β€’ 08:52 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

β€˜Magic beneath the surface’: pioneering geothermal plant launched in Cornwall

A pioneering geothermal plant in Cornwall has begun operations, tapping into granite rocks to generate electricity and extract lithium.

Feb 26 β€’ 06:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ 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 β€’ 10:09 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Reserve Bank could hike cash rate twice in 2026 as Australia’s inflation stays stubbornly high

Australia's Reserve Bank is projected to raise interest rates twice in 2026 due to persistent inflation, with January figures revealing a 3.8% rate driven by increasing electricity costs.

Feb 25 β€’ 06:50 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

High energy prices threaten UK’s status as manufacturing power, business groups say

A report reveals that rising energy prices risk the UK's manufacturing status, with 40% of businesses cutting investments due to high electricity and gas costs.

Feb 22 β€’ 07:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Australia news live: record renewable capacity added in last quarter of 2025; wage growth expected to remain on hold

Australia added a record amount of renewable energy capacity to its electricity grid in the last quarter of 2025, surpassing previous highs.

Feb 17 β€’ 20:06 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

BREAKING: Distressed man climbs electricity pylon in Yorkshire causing mass power cuts

A distressed man climbed a high-voltage electricity pylon in Brighouse, Yorkshire, leading to power outages for thousands of homes.

Feb 15 β€’ 12:11 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Sky News
National & Local

Storm Nils kills two in France - as hundreds of thousands still without power

Storm Nils has resulted in two fatalities in France and left approximately 450,000 people without electricity, as recovery efforts continue.

Feb 13 β€’ 10:58 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

More pollution and higher energy costs: critics condemn Trump’s anti-environment agenda

Critics are condemning Trump’s energy policies for exacerbating pollution and increasing electricity costs, as legal challenges arise against his administration's rollback of renewable energy projects in favor of fossil fuel initiatives.

Feb 10 β€’ 14:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
Life & Tech

Turn off these 10 vampire devices now β€” they're costing 'Β£140 a year' in energy

Experts warn that certain electronic devices, often overlooked, can lead to excessive energy costs totaling Β£140 a year, prompting households to turn them off to save on their electricity bills.

Feb 5 β€’ 13:13 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
Life & Tech

Energy Saving Trust shares simple way to slash Β£90 from bill

The Energy Saving Trust provides tips for saving Β£90 from electricity bills in the UK by adjusting heating controls and temperature settings.

Feb 5 β€’ 12:16 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
World

UK electricity cheaper than Nigeria’s β€” Energy expert

Energy expert Nick Agule claims that electricity costs in the UK are lower than those in Nigeria, indicating a troubling scenario for Nigeria's energy sector amid government subsidy plans and frequent grid failures.

Feb 4 β€’ 17:36 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Offshore windfarm contracts to fuel 12m homes in Great Britain after record auction

The UK government has awarded subsidy contracts to offshore wind farms capable of powering 12 million homes, marking a significant step toward a clean electricity system by 2030.

Jan 14 β€’ 13:30 UTC
πŸ‡­πŸ‡· Index.hr
World

Britons are building the largest offshore wind farm for clean energy

Britain has awarded contracts for a record number of offshore wind farm projects as part of efforts to boost clean electricity sources, including what could be the world's largest offshore wind farm located off the coast of Scotland in the North Sea.

Jan 14 β€’ 08:37 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Trump says Microsoft will pay more for its datacenters’ electricity

Donald Trump announced a partnership with tech companies to manage electricity costs for energy-intensive datacenters, starting with Microsoft.

Jan 13 β€’ 22:09 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ 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 β€’ 12:28 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
Life & Tech

EDF's first day of 'free electricity' - full eligibility explained

EDF Energy customers can enjoy 'free electricity' on selected Sundays as part of the 'Sunday Saver Challenge' that encourages off-peak energy use.

Jan 11 β€’ 05:30 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
World

The Goretti storm sweeps across France, Britain, Germany, and the Netherlands: Thousands of households without power and flight cancellations

The Goretti storm has caused severe disruptions across North Europe, leaving hundreds of thousands without electricity and resulting in widespread flight cancellations.

Jan 9 β€’ 14:05 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El PaΓ­s
National & Local

The wind and snow of storm Goretti paralyze much of the United Kingdom

Storm Goretti, a historic explosive cyclogenesis, has left tens of thousands of homes in the UK without electricity, grounding flights and disrupting transport services for several hours.

Jan 9 β€’ 13:09 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Weather tracker: Kosovo floods trap people in homes and cut water supplies

Prolonged heavy rainfall in Kosovo has caused severe flooding, trapping residents in their homes and disrupting water and electricity supplies in multiple municipalities.

Jan 9 β€’ 10:40 UTC
πŸ‡­πŸ‡· Index.hr
World

A violent storm hits France and Britain, see the footage

Powerful winds struck France and the UK today as Storm Goretti affected Northern Europe, causing hundreds of thousands of households to lose electricity.

Jan 9 β€’ 10:05 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ 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 β€’ 13:26 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
National & Local

EDF Energy users can earn 'free electricity' from January 2026 - exact dates unveiled

EDF Energy will allow customers to earn 'free electricity' on select Sundays in January and February 2026 through its 'Sunday Saver Challenge' initiative.

Jan 5 β€’ 10:49 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Berlin power outage hits 45,000 homes after suspected arson attack

A suspected arson attack in Berlin has led to a power outage affecting 45,000 homes, with authorities working on repairs amidst freezing temperatures and snowfall.

Jan 3 β€’ 16:31 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
Life & Tech

London Eye architect proposes 14-mile tidal power station off Somerset coast

The architect of the London Eye proposes a Β£11bn tidal power station off the Somerset coast to support Britain's electricity needs and create a cyclist race track over the Bristol Channel.

Dec 27 β€’ 11:07 UTC

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