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- 1Russian attacks force closure of Ukraine's largest steelmaker▼Ukraine war briefing: Russian attacks force closure of Ukraine’s largest steelmaker
Metinvest has suspended operations at its flagship steel plant in Ukraine following Russian strikes on energy infrastructure. The closure of the country's largest steelmaker underlines how renewed attacks on the power grid are hitting heavy industry and the wider economy, coming as air defences across Ukraine scrambled to repel waves of drones and missiles.
- 2Energy costs and AI power demand reshape New York climate talks▼Energy costs and AI power demand reshape climate talks in New York
Climate discussions in New York are being reshaped by two mounting pressures: rising energy costs for households and industry, and the surging electricity demand from artificial intelligence data centres. As negotiators and business leaders weigh decarbonisation goals against affordability and grid reliability, the rapid growth of AI is complicating plans to phase out fossil fuels, forcing climate policy to account for a new wave of power consumption.
- 3Russian strikes on data centers cut internet for 100,000 Ukrainian homes●Russia targets Ukraine's data centers as attacks disrupt internet access for 100,000 households
Russia has attacked data centers in Ukraine, disrupting internet access for around 100,000 households. The strikes mark an expansion of Moscow's campaign against Ukrainian infrastructure, moving beyond power grids to telecommunications and digital networks. The outages add to the hardship facing Ukrainian civilians during continued aerial attacks and raise concerns about the resilience of the country's connectivity during the war.
- 4AI data centers' hidden environmental cost under scrutiny●The hidden environmental cost of AI data centers
Reporting by Deutsche Welle highlights the environmental toll of the data centers powering artificial intelligence, from heavy electricity and water consumption to carbon emissions and strain on local grids. As AI adoption accelerates worldwide, the infrastructure behind it is drawing growing criticism, with calls for transparency and stricter sustainability standards intensifying across the tech industry.
- 5AI driving biggest infrastructure buildout in US history▼AI is on track for the biggest infrastructure buildout in U.S. history
Data centers, power plants and chip facilities for artificial intelligence are being built across the United States at a pace that could surpass any previous infrastructure boom in the country's history. Analysts point to massive capital commitments from tech companies racing to secure computing power, raising questions about electricity demand, grid strain and whether the investment will pay off.
- 6Solar and wind hit record 80% of Australia's power demand●"Solar and wind generation meet record 80% of power demand on Australia’s national grid" # Australia # Energy # Renewabl
Renewable sources supplied a record 80% of electricity demand on Australia's national grid, according to a report shared widely online. The milestone highlights the country's rapid shift from coal and gas toward solar and wind, reinforcing Australia's position as one of the world's faster energy transition stories and prompting discussion about grid reliability and the pace of decarbonisation.
- 7Cuba denounces Trump's 'energy blockade' in UN speech▼In UN speech, Cuba denounces Trump's 'energy blockade' and warns of grid collapse, economic war
Cuban officials used the UN General Assembly stage to denounce what they called a US 'energy blockade' under Donald Trump's administration, warning that tightened pressure on fuel supplies could push the island's fragile power grid toward collapse. Havana framed the measures as part of a broader economic war and appealed for international support against the sanctions.
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A Washington Examiner report argues that the rapidly growing energy and cooling demands of AI data centers could eventually push this infrastructure into orbit, where solar power is constant and heat can be radiated away. The idea is drawing attention amid rising concern over the strain AI computing places on terrestrial power grids and land.
- 9Australia's main grid runs on 80% renewables for consecutive days●Australia's main grid hits 80% renewables on consecutive days, rooftop solar tops half of demand
Australia's main electricity grid has recorded 80% renewable energy across consecutive days, with rooftop solar at times supplying more than half of total demand. The milestone highlights the rapid growth of household solar and wind capacity in the country, with observers pointing to it as evidence that a heavily renewable grid can reliably meet everyday power needs.
- 10Russia expected to strike Ukrainian energy grid before February●Ukraine Brief — 2026-09-27 Russia very likely will launch at least one large-scale coordinated campaign against Ukrainia
A new intelligence assessment warns that Russia will very likely launch at least one large-scale coordinated campaign against Ukrainian energy infrastructure before February 2027. Analysts expect Ukraine to sustain disruptions affecting more than one million households for longer than 48 hours, raising concerns about heating and power supplies during the coming winter.
- 11Solar and wind hit record 80% of Australia's grid demand●Solar, wind meet record 80% of Australia's grid power demand
Renewable energy sources, mainly solar and wind, supplied a record 80% of Australia's electricity grid demand, marking a new milestone for the country's energy transition. The achievement highlights how quickly renewables are displacing coal-fired generation in Australia, one of the world's largest coal exporters, and is drawing attention to the pace of its shift toward cleaner power.
- 12California grid hits 56% renewable demand milestone▼California grid reaches 56% renewable demand and nearly one-fifth of hours on clean energy
California's power grid has reached a point where renewables meet 56% of demand, and clean energy sources cover nearly one-fifth of all hours of operation. The figures mark a significant step in the state's transition away from fossil fuels, underscoring progress toward its ambitious clean-energy targets and drawing attention as a model for other large grids pursuing decarbonisation.
- 13AI Chips Get More Efficient, Yet Data Center Power Use Soars▼AI Chips Are 10× More Efficient. Data Center Power Demand Keeps Exploding
New AI chips are roughly ten times more energy efficient than previous generations, but total electricity demand from data centers keeps rising sharply. The paradox driving discussion is that efficiency gains are being overwhelmed by explosive growth in AI workloads, as more powerful models and wider deployment mean operators keep adding servers, pushing overall power consumption higher despite better hardware.
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Power utilities are increasing their use of fossil fuels to keep up with rising electricity demand, according to a report by Public Health Watch. The development raises concerns about the impact on air quality and public health, as grids that might otherwise be shifting toward cleaner sources lean back on coal, oil and gas to meet consumption growth.
- 15Giant 500-million-euro battery storage plant planned in Waltrop●In # Waltrop entsteht für rund 500 Millionen Euro ein großer # Batteriespeicher . 800 Container mit Lithium-Akkus sollen
A large battery storage facility is being built in Waltrop, Germany, at a cost of around 500 million euros. It will use 800 containers of lithium batteries to store up to 1,800 megawatt hours of electricity and deliver up to 900 megawatts of power, allowing surplus wind and solar energy to be fed into the grid later.
- 16Trump's home county pauses data centers over power concerns▼Trump's home county hits pause on data centers over environment and electric bill concerns
Officials in Palm Beach County, Florida, Donald Trump's home county, have imposed a pause on new data center development, citing environmental impacts and worries about rising electricity costs for residents. The decision reflects a broader national debate over the rapid expansion of data centers fueled by artificial intelligence, which are straining local power grids and driving up utility bills in communities hosting them.
- 17Alex Honnold's Foundation Brings Solar Power To Remote Communities●Alex Honnold’s Honnold Foundation Brings Solar Power To Remote Areas
The Honnold Foundation, founded by climber Alex Honnold, is expanding access to solar energy in remote and off-grid communities. Forbes reports on the foundation's work funding solar projects that bring reliable electricity to areas lacking grid access. The initiative highlights how renewable energy can reach places that traditional infrastructure has left behind.
- 18America's Battery Boom Shifts From Cars to the Power Grid●America’s Next Battery Boom May Be About the Grid, Not Cars
A new report argues the next wave of American battery demand will come not from electric vehicles but from grid-scale storage, as utilities add batteries to balance growing amounts of wind and solar power and to stabilize an aging electricity network under rising demand from data centers. Industry watchers see this as a structural shift in where battery manufacturing and investment will flow next.
- 19Alex Honnold's Foundation Brings Solar Power To Remote Areas▼Alex Honnold’s Foundation Brings Solar Power To Remote Areas
The Honnold Foundation, founded by rock climber Alex Honnold, is expanding access to solar energy in remote communities that lack reliable electricity. The foundation funds solar installations in off-grid regions, supporting local partners to deliver clean power. Forbes highlighted the effort, drawing attention to how the climber best known for free soloing El Capitan has channelled his fame into renewable energy philanthropy.
- 20Solar Storms Pose Growing Threat to Power Grids●Disasters from the Sun: Threats to Power-grids and Digital Infrastructure
An analysis published by the Observer Research Foundation examines how solar activity can trigger disasters on Earth, warning that solar storms threaten power grids and digital infrastructure. The piece highlights the vulnerability of modern electricity networks and communications systems to severe space weather events, and the potential scale of disruption if a major storm were to hit.
- 21NextPower Says Solar and Storage Demand Defies Policy and Grid Hurdles▼Nextpower Sees Solar, Storage Demand Powering Through Policy and Grid Challenges
NextPower says demand for solar power and battery storage remains strong despite policy uncertainty and grid connection bottlenecks. The company's outlook suggests the clean energy buildout is continuing through regulatory headwinds, reinforcing confidence among investors and industry watchers that renewables growth will hold up even as permitting and infrastructure issues persist across major markets.
- 22Uganda and South Sudan launch cross-border power grid link●Uganda-South Sudan power grid link launched
Uganda and South Sudan have launched an electricity interconnection linking their national power grids, according to APAnews. The link is intended to let Uganda export power to South Sudan, where access to reliable electricity remains limited after years of conflict. The project is part of wider regional efforts to integrate East African energy markets.
- 23LFP battery charges 10% to 70% in 4.5 minutes●An LFP battery story with one hard number: 10% to 70% in 4.5 minutes at 65°C. The bigger question is whether US charging
A new lithium iron phosphate battery can charge from 10% to 70% in 4.5 minutes at 65°C, a figure being held up against China's sub-five-minute fast-charging claims. The debate now is whether US charging networks and grid infrastructure can match these speeds, since a fast battery is only useful if public chargers can deliver that much power reliably.
- 24California GM EV buyers to get free chargers and grid payments●California GM EV buyers get free charger, then can get paid to help the grid
General Motors is offering California electric vehicle buyers a free home charger, with the option to earn money by supporting the state's power grid. Owners who enroll can let the utility draw on their vehicle's battery during periods of high demand, receiving payments in return. The program ties into California's broader push to stabilize its grid while expanding electric vehicle adoption.
- 25Trump's home county pauses data centers over power and environment▼Trump’s home county hits pause on data centers over environment and electric bill concerns
Palm Beach County, Florida, Donald Trump's home county, has imposed a pause on new data center projects, citing environmental concerns and worries about rising electric bills for local residents. The moratorium reflects growing pushback in the United States against the rapid expansion of energy-hungry data centers, which critics say strain power grids and drive up household utility costs.
- 26Red Bull celebrates first double podium since 2024 at Azerbaijan GP●F1 | GP Azerbaijan: le reazioni Red Bull per un doppio podio che mancava dal 2024 https:// diggita.com/post/1154346
Red Bull secured a double podium at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, its first one-two style result of this kind since 2024. The team reacted with satisfaction, seeing the outcome as a sign of improved form after a difficult stretch of results. Fans and motorsport media are weighing what the performance means for the rest of the Formula 1 season and the balance of power at the front of the grid.
- 27Sun King Lands $5 Million Acumen Investment to Expand Solar Access in Zambia▼Sun King Secures USD 5 M Acumen Investment To Expand Solar Access In Zambia
Off-grid solar company Sun King has secured a USD 5 million investment from Acumen to expand access to solar energy in Zambia. The funding is aimed at growing the company's pay-as-you-go solar products among households with limited or unreliable access to electricity. The move highlights continued investor interest in African off-grid energy startups working to close the continent's power access gap.
- 28California homeowner gets first negative PG&E bill with battery exports●California homeowner on NEM 3.0 gets first negative PG&E bill, thanks to August battery exports
A California homeowner on the state's NEM 3.0 solar billing scheme has received their first negative PG&E bill, with excess electricity exported from a home battery in August more than covering their usage charges. It is being cited as an example of how battery storage can offset the steep export-rate cuts introduced under NEM 3.0, which slashed payments for rooftop solar power sent to the grid.
- 29Data center politics turn hostile with cease-and-desist letter●How Toxic Are Data Centers for Politicians? Eight-Page Cease-and-Desist Letter Toxic https://gizmodo.com/how-toxic-are-d
A politician or official reportedly received an eight-page cease-and-desist letter in connection with criticism of data centers, underlining how politically toxic data center projects have become. Communities increasingly push back against data centers over water and power use, noise, and strain on local grids, and politicians who support or oppose them face legal and electoral pressure. The letter suggests the industry or its allies are aggressively defending against criticism.
- 30PeakDo teases Starlink Mini power bank with semi-solid-state battery●PeakDo teases new Starlink Mini power bank with a semi-solid-state battery
PeakDo is teasing a new power bank designed for the Starlink Mini portable satellite dish, built around a semi-solid-state battery. Details remain scarce beyond the teaser, but the promise of semi-solid-state cell technology points to higher energy density and improved safety compared with conventional lithium-ion packs. The announcement is drawing attention from satellite internet users and gadget watchers interested in longer runtimes for off-grid Starlink Mini setups.