Trump says he's requiring data centers to provide their own electricityPresident Trump said Wednesday he will require data centers to provide their own electricity and give "any excess" energy to neighboring communities to prevent rising electrical costs. "As the President of the United States, I have been watching Data Centers very closely, and have come to a very strong conclusion," Trump wrote on Truth Social....The Hill4d agoWhole story →Planet
The secret terms of Trump’s Venezuelan oil dealIn late August, President Donald Trump announced what he called the “biggest oil deal in world history.” Since then, the full text of the accord — which grants the U.S. sweeping access to Venezuela’s oil reserves — has been one of the most sought-after secrets in Washington, D.C. ProPublica has reviewed a copy of the 18-page strategic partnership…Raw Story4d agoSources (2)Whole story →PlanetSecurityvenezuelan oil deal
Lula, Bolsonaro Court Brazil Voters With Free Bus Rides, Cash BackFree public transportation on weekends. Cash back on energy and other bills through an instant payment system. Debt forgiveness for millions of small entrepreneurs.Bloomberg4d agoWhole story →EconomyPlanet
Georgia GOP candidate's courtroom slip reveals lucrative stake in Trump's pet projectGeorgia Republican gubernatorial nominee Rick Jackson quietly loaned $20 million at 12 percent interest to a Texas oil refinery that President Donald Trump has hailed as a crown jewel of his “energy dominance” agenda – and that deal is now becoming a liability in one of the country’s tightest govern...Raw Story4d agoWhole story →EconomyPlanet
The permitting bill enters a critical stretchData: Columbia University Center on Global Energy Policy; Table: Ben Geman/Axios The push to pass a sweeping permitting bill is gaining powerful allies and encountering fresh resistance as Congress prepares for a post-midterms showdown. Why it matters: It's the most important energy bill in a long time. Cutting hurdles for projects is a top priority for…Axios4d agoWhole story →EducationPlanet
Whistleblower CEO quits over hidden Russian cash behind gas deal in Trump peace talks: NYTA gas venture that came up in President Donald Trump's Ukraine peace talks had a hidden backer, according to its former boss. Polar LNG, a startup pitching a plan to export natural gas from Alaska's North Slope, received secret funding from Russian energy giant Novatek, The New York Times reported Friday. Joel Riddle, who ran the company until he…Raw Story1d agoWhole story →EconomyPlanet
Adelaide’s next act: Why this South Australia capital is worth a visit - Sat, 24 Oct 2026 PSTThe Australian tourist trail is paved with places full of main-character energy, like cosmopolitan Sydney, the Great Barrier Reef and the red rock of Uluru in the heart of the Outback. Lesser-known Adelaide, the country’s fifth-largest city, has long lurked on the edges of the spotlight. But a recent return visit convinced me it’s time for this…Spokane Spokesman-Review21h agoWhole story →PlanetCulture
Energy companies share ways to save energy and money this seasonThese Georgia Power, Dominion and Duke Energy programs could help you save money on your electric bill.Augusta Chronicle20h agoWhole story →Planet
Why a blue wave might miss Minnesota's Senate racePolitical headwinds are blowing in Democrats’ favor nationally, with high gas prices and President Trump’s record-low approval rating creating a difficult midterm environment for Republicans. But in Minnesota’s open Senate race to replace retiring Sen. Tina Smith (D), Democrats are facing an unexpectedly competitive race. Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan (D)…The Hill19h agoWhole story →Planet
Voters angry about high prices may get little relief from the next Congress - Sat, 24 Oct 2026 PSTIf voters expect a new Democratic Congress to bring down prices, they will probably be disappointed. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries (New York) promises the party’s “affordability agenda” will “drive down the high cost of living in every possible area.” But the main forces driving inflation are the Iran war’s impact on energy prices, fallout from…Spokane Spokesman-Review19h agoWhole story →EconomyPlanet
To Cut Your Heat Bill, Start by Finding Air Leaks. This Device Can HelpDrafts are quietly inflating your energy bill. A thermal camera pinpoints every gap, so you keep more of that precious heat.CNET2d agoWhole story →Planet
Thousands of MA families could see energy relief this winterThousands of households in Massachusetts will see some energy relief this winter thanks to a new executive order from Gov. Maura Healey.Quincy Patriot Ledger20d agoWhole story →PlanetMaura Healeyma energy relief plan
Your home heating oil bill is likely to jump this winterMillions of homeowners will face higher heating costs this winter because of surging global oil prices, according to a new forecast.CBS News1mo agoWhole story →EconomyPlanet
A brutal winter heating bill is coming for some homesAmericans could pay far more to heat their homes with oil this winter than last, a new analysis reviewed by Axios shows, as volatile energy markets and the Iran War deepen the affordability crisis. Why it matters: Heating bills are eating into household budgets before winter sets in, with stark divides between fuel types. By the numbers: Families that…Axios18d agoWhole story →EconomyPlanetwinter heating bill increase
Map Reveals Where Drought To Worsen As El Niño To Shape WinterThe National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration issued its winter outlook this week.Newsweek8d agoWhole story →Planetwinter outlook report
Spot power hogs with this smart home energy monitoring system down at $160If your home energy bill keeps rising and you can’t quite isolate the cause, Amazon is offering the Meross Smart...9to5Toys3d agoWhole story →Planet
France to Get LNG Supplies From Qatar in Winter, Macron SaysPresident Emmanuel Macron said France will receive liquefied natural gas from Qatar during the winter months and will work to lower fuel transport costs from the Persian Gulf as it seeks to curb soaring energy prices.Bloomberg4d agoWhole story →PlanetSecurity
Will Trump’s Emergency Heating Oil Release Lower Winter Bills?The Trump administration is tapping emergency heating oil reserves as Northeast households face rising winter costs, but industry experts question whether the release will meaningfully lower bills.Daily Caller2d agoWhole story →EconomyPlanetheating oil reserve release
