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Published on 10:08 GMT

‘Stretched to the limit’: Heat wave prompts US electrical grid emergency

(Photo By: Pixabay / MGN) (ABC) — With 160 million people in 30 states under alert for extreme temperatures, the U.S. Department of Energy has declared an emergency as a heat wave bears down on a huge part of the nation’s electrical grid. U.S. …

Source: WWAY 3 - North Carolina - Neutral
Published on 14:01 GMT

CMP Bills Expected to Decrease for Some Maine Customers

Some Central Maine Power customers could soon see a small decrease in their monthly electric bills. According to CMP, the average monthly bill is expected to drop by about $11. The utility says the decrease is the result of a couple of different factors, …

Source: 92 Moose - Maine - Pending
Published on 11:17 GMT

New Jersey passes plug-in solar bill, deployments exempt from utility approval

The bill enables residents to install a solar system with a maximum output of 1,200W and connect this system to a building’s electrical system “though a standard 120V AC outlet”, according to the text of the bill, allowing such systems to be literally …

Source: PV Tech - Neutral
Published on 04:27 GMT

Kentucky ranked 25th in electricity costs

The cost of electricity varies from state to state, and that isn’t going to change anytime soon. From an average monthly bill of $98.05 in New Mexico to $211.18 per month in Connecticut, electricity prices are all over the place. Using historical billing …

Source: Lebanon Enterprise - Kentucky - Pending
Published on Jul 1, 2026

False Pass eyes tidal power to replace diesel dependence

An international marine renewable energy company is looking to help False Pass bring tidal energy to its shores. Ocean Renewable Power Company, a Portland, Maine-based company working with the City of False Pass, is applying for a single-year state land- …

Source: KUCB - Alaska - Public Broadcaster
Published on Jul 1, 2026

Commission will audit utilities’ process to calculate interconnection costs

Citing concerns from small electricity generators, the Public Utilities Commission agreed Wednesday to proceed with an audit of the methods used to calculate how much it costs for those power supplies to connect to the grid. The audit will focus on Maine’s …

Source: Maine Morning Star - Left-wing
Published on Jul 1, 2026

Niles-Maine District Library Board Greenlights $2.7 Million Renovation Project

Niles-Maine District Library. The Niles-Maine District Library is set to begin a $2.7 million major renovation after library trustees awarded trade package bids for the project at their June 17 meeting. Construction is scheduled to begin in September. …

Source: Arlington Heights Journal - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Jul 1, 2026

Avangrid Convenes Active Innovators and Leading Energy Partners

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 1, 2026-- Avangrid, Inc., a leading energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, convened its ninth annual Innovation Forum on June 17-18, 2026 at the David Rubenstein Treehouse at Harvard University and BASE-X, a deep …

Source: Voice of Alexandria - Minnesota - Indeterminate
Published on Jul 1, 2026

Penquis receives Maine Community Foundation grant to support solar panel installation at Millinocket Manor

MILLINOCKET — Penquis has received a $10,000 grant from the Daniel and Mary Teresa Ahern Fund of the Maine Community Foundation. Funding will support the purchase and installation of six solar panels at Millinocket Manor, a 37-unit affordable housing …

Source: Bangor Daily News - Maine - Center-left
Published on 17:19 GMT

New York City, Northeast Swelter in Hottest Day of the Year

New York City and the eastern US are set to swelter through the hottest day of the year so far, as a heat wave drives up power prices and strains electric grids. About 142.7 million people from Kansas to Maine are under extreme heat warnings and 152 warm …

Source: Insurance Journal - Neutral
Published on Jun 30, 2026

Sen. King Calls for FERC to Deny NextEra Purchase of Dominion Energy

The $66.8 billion deal NextEra Energy proposed last month to buy Dominion Energy and create the largest regulated electric utility in the US would consolidate too much power into too few hands, said Sen. Angus King, a Maine independent who caucuses with …

Source: T&D World - Pending
Published on Jun 30, 2026

The State With the Most Data Centers Will Now Tax Their Energy Use

The state that is home to more data centers than any other will tax the electricity these cloud computing complexes use, but data center operators could have done much worse. Virginia's General Assembly voted on Monday to pass a two-year budget that, …

Source: PC Magazine - Neutral
Published on Jun 30, 2026

Feds pay Duke Energy $129M for Brunswick County wind lease termination

After paying out a French energy company $1 billion for its Carolina Long Bay wind lease in Brunswick County earlier this spring, the feds have settled on a similar agreement with one of the nation’s largest electric and utilities company, central to North …

Source: Port City Daily - North Carolina - Neutral
Published on 05:03 GMT

Aroostook town turns unused land into a spot that grows connections

VAN BUREN, Maine — A plot of land in a northern Maine town that had been unused for over 15 years is now a thriving space that grows food and builds community. The Van Buren Community Garden, which was funded by a $44,345 Community Action Grant, is one of …

Source: Bangor Daily News - Maine - Center-left
Published on Jun 29, 2026

Maine Residents and Businesses Praise RooflessSolar for Community Solar Savings and Customer Experience

Maine residents and small businesses highlight guaranteed 20% community solar savings, exceptional experience, and monthly rewards for residential customers. KENNEBUNK, ME, UNITED STATES, June 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Maine residents and …

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Published on Jun 29, 2026

US senator asks regulator to reject giant NextEra-Dominion power deal, filing

By Laila Kearney NEW YORK, June 29 (Reuters) – U.S. Senator Angus King is urging the country’s top energy regulator to reject NextEra Energy’s proposed $66.8 billion acquisition of Dominion Energy, saying the deal would ‌consolidate too much power in the …

Source: WHTC - Michigan - Pending
Published on Jun 30, 2026

Trump Administration Secures Duke Energy Exit From Carolina Offshore Wind Lease in Latest Buyout Deal

The Trump administration has reached another agreement to unwind a U.S. offshore wind project, this time with Duke Energy, which will voluntarily terminate its lease off the Carolinas and redirect $129 million toward new power generation and grid …

Source: gCaptain - Neutral
Published on 17:43 GMT

Oakland council passes mobile home health and safety ordinance on 1st reading

Oakland town councilors said Wednesday they would like to see some changes in an ordinance designed to regulate health and safety in mobile home parks before itcomes back to them for final approval on July 22. (Abigail Pritchard/Staff Writer) OAKLAND …

Source: Central Maine - Pending
Published on 13:07 GMT

Maryland’s first ‘human composting’ facility is open for business

Tucked into a nondescript warehouse development in Howard County, along winding roads lined with semi trucks, sits a facility dedicated to the dead. It offers a newly legal service, natural organic reduction, to mourning families — and to living customers …

Source: Maryland Matters - Center-left

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Published on July 2, 2026 - 14:29 GMT

Aecon Consortium Awarded Contract for Multibillion-Dollar Power Project Tied to Major Data Centre Development and AI ...

TORONTO, July 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aecon Group Inc. (TSX: ARE) (“Aecon”) announced today that TRA, a consortium with Técnicas Reunidas Alberta, Inc. in which Aecon holds a majority share, has been awarded a multibillion-dollar contract by …

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Published on July 2, 2026 - 13:29 GMT

Eligible New Yorkers Reminded to Enroll in State EAP, EEAP

Amid the summer heat wave, Governor Kathy Hochul today reminded New Yorkers to enroll in the State’s Energy Affordability Program (EAP) and Enhanced Energy Affordability Program (EEAP). EAP and EEAP provide income-eligible households across New York State …

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Published on July 2, 2026 - 13:30 GMT

Electrical Steel Market worth $83.23 billion by 2031, at 5.8%, says MarketsandMarkets™

Delray Beach, FL, July 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In terms of value, the Electrical Steel Market projected to grow from USD 62.93 billion in 2026 to USD 83.23 billion by 2031, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8% during the forecast …

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Published on July 2, 2026 - 15:56 GMT

Frank Elderson: The green transition – benefits and barriers

Keynote speech by Frank Elderson, Member of the Executive Board of the ECB and Vice-Chair of the Supervisory Board of the ECB, at the 7th World Congress of Environmental and Resource Economists Lisbon, 2 July 2026 In my speech today, I will talk about two …

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Published on July 1, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

Noteworthy AI Achieves SOC 2 Type II Compliance, Reinforcing Commitment to Secure AI for Critical Utility Infrastructure

Independent audit validates Noteworthy AI's security controls, providing electric utilities with greater confidence in the company's enterprise-grade platform. NEW HAVEN, CT, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Noteworthy …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Energy Industry ...
Published on July 2, 2026 - 12:15 GMT

Berlin enters the carbon economy: Ucaneo opens Germany’s largest Direct Air Capture plant

Ucaneo’s first industrial plant removes 150 tons of CO₂ per year directly from ambient air, one of the largest electrochemical DAC facilities worldwide. BERLIN, GERMANY, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For more than a century, the global …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry, Chemical Industry ...
Published on July 2, 2026 - 12:39 GMT

Ampacimon to Deploy Dynamic Line Rating Technology with Winter Wind d.o.o. Tomislavgrad

LIèGE, BELGIUM, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Advanced ADR Sense X sensor technology will be deployed across seven transmission lines to enable real-time monitoring and help optimise transmission capacity Liège, Belgium – 2 July, 2026: …

Distribution channels: Energy Industry, Environment ...
Published on July 2, 2026 - 10:13 GMT

GEYOTO N1000 Review: A Fast Charging Solar Generator That Keeps Home Essentials Running During Outages

WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The vulnerability of modern centralized electrical grids becomes highly apparent during severe weather events and peak seasonal demands. When extreme localized blackouts strike, …

Distribution channels: Electronics Industry, Emergency Services ...

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Published on July 2, 2026 - 18:00 GMT

Auction Alert: High-End Late-Model Semiconductor Processing Equipment & Laser Processing Tools up for Bid Via SVD

The Bay Area Tech Co. #31 Online Auction opens July 21 @ 10AM PST. Featuring Late-Model Semiconductor Processing Equipment and Laser Processing Equipment SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Silicon Valley Disposition ( …

Distribution channels: Electronics Industry, Energy Industry ...
Published on July 2, 2026 - 17:08 GMT

Family Business Equips World Cup’s First Floating Soccer Pitch with Safety Gear

MRT provided expert guidance and quick delivery for Seattle Soccer Celebration 2026 so guests on the floating barge stay safe while having fun. SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This FIFA World Cup, Seattle has …

Distribution channels: Emergency Services, Energy Industry ...
Published on July 2, 2026 - 16:47 GMT

Ohio Firefighter and Daughter Burned in Propane Home Explosion Sue HVAC Company

Suit filed in Cuyahoga County alleges negligent furnace installation by Anderson Heating & Cooling and parent company, Atrium Home Group, caused a 2025 blast. CLEVELAND, OH, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nurenberg, Paris …

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Published on July 2, 2026 - 15:30 GMT

Auction Alert: Extremely High-End Semiconductor Tools & Optical Instruments Up for Bid via SVD

The Bay Area Tech Co. #32 Online Auction opens July 28 @ 10AM PST. Featuring a 2019 Nakamura-Tome MX-100 CNC, Optical Instruments, Laser & Optics Equipment KIRKLAND, WA, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Silicon Valley …

Distribution channels: Automotive Industry, Electronics Industry ...
Published on July 2, 2026 - 15:16 GMT

Guyana to Host Launch of Caribbean Energy Week 2027 as Regional Energy Momentum Builds

GEORGETOWN, GUYANA, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The in-country launch of Caribbean Energy Week 2027 will take place on July 20, 2026 at the Guyana Marriott Hotel in Georgetown, bringing together government officials, investors, operators …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on July 2, 2026 - 15:05 GMT

Guyana to Host Launch of Caribbean Energy Week 2027 as Regional Energy Momentum Builds

GEORGETOWN, GUYANA, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The in-country launch of Caribbean Energy Week 2027 will take place on July 20, 2026 at the Guyana Marriott Hotel in Georgetown, bringing together government officials, investors, operators …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on July 2, 2026 - 14:15 GMT

Chiller Coating Services Discusses the Effects of Galvanic Corrosion on Commercial and Industrial HVAC Systems

Facility professionals are encouraged to understand how galvanic corrosion affects HVAC equipment performance, reliability, and maintenance costs. FRANKLIN, NH, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Industry professionals are …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Chemical Industry ...
Published on July 2, 2026 - 14:12 GMT

CONVERGE CFD Software Offers Enhanced Automation and Increased Efficiency in Version 6

MADISON, WI, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Convergent Science recently released CONVERGE 6, a new major version of their CONVERGE CFD software. The new version incorporates increased automation to streamline user workflows, …

Distribution channels: Automotive Industry, Aviation & Aerospace Industry ...
Published on July 2, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

ChargeLab achieves CTEP certification for its charging station management system, in partnership with Zerova and Espen

CTEP Certificate of Approval 6062-26 validates ChargeLab's software for legal-for-trade EV charging in California, in partnership with Zerova and Espen. ETOBICOKE, CA, CANADA, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ChargeLab is pleased to …

Distribution channels: Automotive Industry, Energy Industry ...
Published on July 2, 2026 - 12:39 GMT

Ampacimon to Deploy Dynamic Line Rating Technology with Winter Wind d.o.o. Tomislavgrad

LIèGE, BELGIUM, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Advanced ADR Sense X sensor technology will be deployed across seven transmission lines to enable real-time monitoring and help optimise transmission capacity Liège, Belgium – 2 July, 2026: …

Distribution channels: Energy Industry, Environment ...
Published on July 2, 2026 - 12:15 GMT

Berlin enters the carbon economy: Ucaneo opens Germany’s largest Direct Air Capture plant

Ucaneo’s first industrial plant removes 150 tons of CO₂ per year directly from ambient air, one of the largest electrochemical DAC facilities worldwide. BERLIN, GERMANY, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For more than a century, the global …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry, Chemical Industry ...
Published on July 2, 2026 - 12:08 GMT

eTree and Supernova Set Out to Reinvent Off-Grid Power — Clean, Secure, and Made in India

eTree (Germany) and Supernova (India) sign MoU and start a feasibility study toward a JV: 'Hybrid X' battery-hybrid power systems, made in India. WEISSACH, BADEN-WüRTTEMBERG, GERMANY, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- eTree Mobility …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Energy Industry ...
Published on July 2, 2026 - 10:13 GMT

GEYOTO N1000 Review: A Fast Charging Solar Generator That Keeps Home Essentials Running During Outages

WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The vulnerability of modern centralized electrical grids becomes highly apparent during severe weather events and peak seasonal demands. When extreme localized blackouts strike, …

Distribution channels: Electronics Industry, Emergency Services ...
Published on July 2, 2026 - 10:10 GMT

New High-Capacity Off-Grid Solar Generator Solutions Enable Continuous, Hookup-Free RV Power

WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global expansion of the overland movement has fundamentally changed how travelers approach remote wilderness exploration. Nomadic vehicle dwellers and off-grid lifestyle …

Distribution channels: Electronics Industry, Emergency Services ...
Published on July 2, 2026 - 10:07 GMT

Prepreg Market to Reach $16.1 Billion by 2031, Driven by Rising Demand for Lightweight Composite Materials

North America held the largest market share in 2021, accounting for more than one-third of global revenue. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The increasing adoption of lightweight, high-performance materials …

Distribution channels: Automotive Industry, Energy Industry ...
Published on July 2, 2026 - 10:07 GMT

Five Reputable Optical Fiber Cable Manufacturers in China 2026: Empowering Global Telecom & AI Data Connectivity

Key Chinese fiber optic cable makers enabling global telecom and AI connectivity. CALIFORNIA, CA, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jiangsu, China ，July 2, 2026——As of 2026, China remains a dominant force in global optical fiber …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on July 2, 2026 - 10:03 GMT

GEYOTO N1000: A High Capacity Portable Power Station Built To Keep Every Room Running When The Grid Goes Down

WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The modern landscape of residential property management faces intense operational challenges due to changing climate patterns. Extreme seasonal heatwaves and severe winter …

Distribution channels: Electronics Industry, Emergency Services ...
Published on July 2, 2026 - 09:31 GMT

SiC Fiber Market Forecast: North America Leads While Asia-Pacific Accelerates

The aerospace and defense segment dominated the market in 2020, contributing more than two-fifths of the global revenue. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a report published by Allied Market Research titled …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry, Energy Industry ...
Published on July 2, 2026 - 09:30 GMT

HEROSE UK tackles critical safety risks in cryogenic installations

HEROSE UK explains how robust system design ensures infrastructure and personnel remain fully protected against unexpected low-temperature exposure. DONCASTER, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- While largely …

Distribution channels: Chemical Industry, Energy Industry ...
Published on July 2, 2026 - 09:04 GMT

Five Chinese Energy Storage System Manufacturers to Know in 2026: C&I, Residential and Grid-Scale ESS

A look at key players driving innovation in battery energy storage across residential, commercial, and utility-scale sectors. CALIFORNIA, CA, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- China, July 2, 2026—The Chinese energy storage …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Electronics Industry ...