Ireland embraced data centers that the AI boom needs. Now they’re consuming too much of its energy
Dozens of data centers at the outskirts of Dublin are consuming more electricity than all of the urban homes in Ireland.
UK’s National Grid outlines ‘unprecedented’ £35bn investment plans
The plans also contribute to the group’s wider UK investment, which will support 55,000 more jobs by 2030, according to National Grid.
Chinese firms take on EV truck challenges
Electric trucks currently represent less than one percent of truck sales worldwide.
Saudi Arabia’s plans to host men’s soccer World Cup 2034 will be harmful for the climate, experts say
Saudi Arabia’s 2034 World Cup ambitions face criticism over its environmental and social costs, despite bold promises.
Shale drilling techniques could lead to a geothermal surge, IEA says
Geothermal is suited to providing the massive amounts of stable energy data centres require, according the the head of the IEA.
Global diesel prices to rely on refinery closures for support in 2025
About 1 million barrels per day of refining capacity in Europe and the U.S. is expected to permanently shut down next year.
Blown off course, turbine giant Orsted seeks second wind
Orsted was dealt a $4 billion blow last year when it cancelled wind farm projects in the US.
Indonesia’s new coal phase-out goal sets ‘daunting task’
Meeting Indonesia's pledge to phase out coal power is a daunting task that will require immediate and ambitious action, experts warn.
Deploying balancing power could accelerate U.S. energy transition and save $68 trillion globally by 2050: New Wärtsilä report
Wärtsilä report shows an area the size of Europe will need to be covered with renewable power to reach a clean energy future,...
