DEWA’s Green Charger Initiative supplied over 62,000 MWh of electricity since 2014

Latest tariff hike deepens burden on consumers  – Minority

The Minority Caucus on Parliament’s Energy Committee has indicated that cumulative electricity tariffs have risen by 26.82 per cent since the National Democratic Congress (NDC) assumed office in January 2025. The caucus described the latest 3.49 per cent increase in electricity tariffs, announced by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) and effective July 1, 2026, The post Latest tariff hike deepens burden on consumers – Minority appeared first on Ghanaian Times.

U.S. Rust Belt factories get shock as Big Tech data centers drive up power bills

Factory electricity bills, a core expense, are rising faster than for many homes and other businesses, a review of U.S. energy data shows.

South Africa Electricity Tariff Increase: Experts Analyze the July 1 Hikes

JOHANNESBURG, Gauteng — As the latest South Africa electricity tariff increase takes effect this month, households are bracing for higher utility bills right in the middle of winter. Approved by the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) for the 2026/27 municipal financial year, the steep municipal electricity tariffs have sparked widespread concern. Energy expert []

General : MITI: 6,416 Public EV Chargers Installed Nationwide As Of May 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, July 8 (Bernama) -- A total of 6,416 public electric vehicle (EV) chargers have been installed nationwide as of May 31, 2026, according to the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI).

BYD’s Denza launches refreshed N8L PHEV SUV in China, 728 kW flash charging & 430 km EV range from 47,200 USD

Denza says peak charging power will reach 728 kW. It's also offering an exclusive rebate for Mercedes-Benz owners in China. The post BYD’s Denza launches refreshed N8L PHEV SUV in China, 728 kW flash charging 430 km EV range from 47,200 USD appeared first on CarNewsChina.com.

DEWA powers Dubai’s EV growth with 62,000 MWh through Green Charger network

Photo Credit : WAM Dubai Electricity and Water Authority has supplied more than 62,000 megawatt hours of electricity through its Green Charger Initiative since its launch in 2014, underlining the rapid rise of electric vehicle adoption across Dubai. The utility said the power delivered through its charging network has enabled over 310 million kilometres of [] The post DEWA powers Dubai’s EV growth with 62,000 MWh through Green Charger network appeared first on Middle East News 247.

The best portable chargers to bring to VidCon 2026

Mashable's shopping team rounded up their three favorite portable chargers. These are the ones worth taking to VidCon 2026.

Electricity tariffs increases by 3.49%, water by 0.85% effective July 1

The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has announced an upward adjustment in electricity and water tariffs. Electricity prices are increasing by 3.49 percent and water tariffs are rising by 0.85 percent, effective July 1, 2026. In a statement issued on June 22, 2026, the Commission said the adjustments form part of its quarterly tariff review []

LIGHT Prices Out: ERA Announces New Electricity Tariffs for July–September 2026

By Staff Writer KAMPALA — Ugandans will pay new electricity tariffs from July to September 2026 following a review by the Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA), with the regulator attributing the changes to high global fuel prices and exchange rate fluctuations. The new tariffs apply to all consumers served by the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited [] The post LIGHT Prices Out: ERA Announces New Electricity Tariffs for July–September 2026 appeared first on Watchdog Uganda.

MOL Launches New Partnership Model for High-Power Charging Stations

The Hungarian oil and energy company MOL is continuing to drive forward the expansion of domestic electric mobility. Through its newly launched MOL Plugee Partner Program, the company is providing financial and logistical support to businesses as they set up a modern charging infrastructure. Participants can expect a marketing grant of up to 3.6 million [] The post MOL Launches New Partnership Model for High-Power Charging Stations appeared first on Hungary Today.

Does fast charging damage your battery more than regular charging?

Does fast charging damage your battery more than regular charging?

Fixed power fees jump up to 70 per cent after regulator curbs usage charges

While power bills are set to fall from July 1, sudden increases in energy retailers’ grid-connection charges threaten to dilute some of these savings.

Electricity bills may rise as Rs0.82 per unit hike proposed

Electricity bills may rise as Rs0.82 per unit hike proposed

Alberta’s oil production costs will rise to uncompetitive levels under Ottawa’s MOU, study says

The higher industrial carbon tax requirement will also add 1 billion per year to the cost of producing electricity in Alberta by 2040

FG spends N358.3bn on electricity subsidy in Q1 2026 – NERC

By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja ABUJA – The Federal Government incurred an electricity tariff subsidy of N358.32 billion in the first quarter of 2026 as it continued to bridge the gap between cost-reflective electricity tariffs and the rates paid by consumers, according to the latest report by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). In its First [] The post FG spends N358.3bn on electricity subsidy in Q1 2026 – NERC appeared first on Vanguard News.

Philippines becomes world’s top solar spender amid Middle East energy crisis

People in the Philippines are flocking to install solar power on rooftops and escape the burden of soaring electricity prices, making it the world’s biggest spender on solar panels since the war in Iran started. Top power distributor Meralco has raised prices by 10 per cent since the Middle East conflict began in late February. Now, a median household spends around 12 per cent of monthly ‌income on electricity, assuming it consumes 200 kilowatt-hours – around the monthly average for three...

Form 4 Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc For: 2 July

Form 4 Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc For: 2 July

StarCharge Releases Industry White Papers: From Infrastructure to Network Systems, Microgrids Moving from Customization to Scaling Up Development

CHANG ZHOU, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 7 July 2026 - The global new energy vehicle market has seen rapid growth in recent years. With continued strong expectations for new energy vehicle exports, the global electric vehicle (EV) charging market is entering a new stage of rapid expansion. ...

India's June power consumption rises 11.6%

India's June power consumption rises 11.6%

Cabot: Battery Materials Business Growing On Gigafactory & Data-Centre Demand

Cabot: Battery Materials Business Growing On Gigafactory & Data-Centre Demand

Philippines Sees Rooftop Solar Boom as Electricity Prices Rise

The Philippines is witnessing a sharp demand rise on rooftop solar installations as households seek to reduce soaring electricity bills, according to Reuters. The country has the highest residential electricity prices in Southeast Asia, due to limited government power subsidies. Top power distributor Meralco has raised electricity tariffs by about 10 since the US-Israeli war [] The post Philippines Sees Rooftop Solar Boom as Electricity Prices Rise first appeared on Egypt Oil Gas.

No power tariff hike in UP for 7th consecutive year, says Yogi Adityanath govt

No power tariff hike in UP for 7th consecutive year, says Yogi Adityanath govt

Wireless charging wastes way more electricity than wired, here's why

It's way more convenient, but way less efficient.

Electricity up 3.49%, water 0.85% as PURC announces new charges

Ghanaian consumers will pay more for electricity and water from July 1, 2026, as the PURC announces a 3.49 tariff increase for power and 0.85 for water.

Solar News This Week - June 28, 2026

Warning: Renewable prices may double after July 4thAccording to a new market insight report from LevelTen Energy, the impending July 4 tax credit cliff is poised to rapidly spike power prices, forcing corporate procurement managers to move with extreme speed or face soaring project costs.

Can home batteries help save the climate and save you money?

Growing numbers of homeowners are installing batteries that store electricity when it is cheap, which helps balance the grid and cuts emissions, and cheaper plug-in batteries will soon let more people do the same

Powering AI: Data centres set to consume nearly a third of Malaysia’s electricity by 2035

KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 — Electricity consumption by the data centre sector is expected to increase significantly to...

Kenya Power to Pay 15.5 Cents per kWh in Newly Finalized Ethiopia Energy Deal

The Ethiopian Electric Utility (EEU) has formalized a landmark power supply agreement with the Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC), marking a significant milestone in cross-border energy trade and regional infrastructure integration. Under the newly ratified framework, Kenya’s primary electricity distributor will purchase power from Ethiopia at a tariff 15.5 U.S. cents—per kilowatt-hour (kWh). In []

Trump cutting costly solar, wind subsidies on July 4

The Trump administration is set to cut subsidies for new solar and wind power projects on Saturday. Estimates suggest the subsidies have cost taxpayers more than 141 billion over the past 16 years, more than any other energy source. The Working Families Tax Cuts, a signature piece of President Trump’s tax legislation signed a year []...Click to read more

Battery storage tariffs in India set to rise as higher costs squeeze low-priced projects

Rising costs are ​making some storage projects unviable

California is bringing back EV rebates. This is how to get one

LOS ANGELES — Nearly a year after the expiration of a 7,500 federal tax incentive for new electric vehicles, California is stepping in to try to motivate buyers to go electric. Gov. Gavin Newsom allocated 135 million in his new state budget ...

Uncle Sam as Venture Capitalist? What Could Go Wrong?

The battery recycler Ascend Elements was riding high in 2023, flush with hundreds of millions of dollars in federal funding.The seed money provided to the Massachusetts company, which launched in 201

The little-known home upgrade that could save you cash and stop power cuts

The small-but-mighty home battery could help you save hundreds on fluctuating electricity bills

India’s EV Battery Boom Could Change Mobility Forever

India’s EV battery market is booming. Lithium-ion, solid-state, and smart BMS tech promise faster charging, longer range, lower costs, and a global export opportunity.

New electricity pricing rules take effect, promising cheaper off-peak power

New electricity pricing rules take effect, promising cheaper off-peak power

Minister O’Brien highlights Ireland’s progress on renewables, Solar Ireland conference

Solar is now the third highest supplier of indigenously generated electricity to the national grid Solar is now a key pillar of our electricity supply, from rooftop installations to utility-scale solar farms Just over 10 years ago there were 2 MW (Mega Watts) of solar in Ireland. Now there are over 2.5 GW (Giga Watts) []

‘King’ gas vs renewables

Falling costs for solar and wind combined with more affordable battery storage are boosting the business case for renewables — even in Alberta where natural gas is king.