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- 1Powerful storm batters US Northeast, disrupting power and travel▼Powerful storm batters US Northeast disrupting power and travel
A powerful storm has hit the US Northeast, knocking out power for many residents and disrupting travel across the region. Utilities are working to restore electricity while airlines and transit services face cancellations and delays. The severe weather is drawing wide news coverage as conditions continue to affect millions of people.
- 2Nor'easter brings flooding and major power outages to East Coast▼Nor'easter brings heavy flooding, major power outages to the East Coast
A powerful nor'easter is moving along the US East Coast, bringing heavy coastal flooding and widespread power outages. Utility crews are working to restore electricity to large numbers of affected customers, and residents in low-lying areas are dealing with inundated streets and property damage as the storm continues.
- 3Nor'easter batters East Coast with flooding and power outages▼Nor’easter batters the East Coast, causing flooding and power outages
A powerful nor'easter is hammering the US East Coast, bringing heavy coastal flooding, damaging winds and widespread power outages. Utility crews are working to restore electricity to affected communities while residents in low-lying coastal areas contend with inundated streets and dangerous conditions as the storm continues to move through the region.
- 4US utilities score 7/100 on climate goals as coal retirements slow●# USA # US US utilities earn F as coal retirements fall, gas plans rise, and climate goals backslide "The utilities stud
A new study of US utilities gives the sector a failing grade, with an average score of 7 out of 100, as coal plant retirements fall behind schedule and companies plan new gas capacity instead of clean energy. The report argues utilities are backsliding on climate commitments, drawing attention to the gap between corporate net-zero pledges and actual investment decisions.
- 5Powerful storm brings flooding and power outages to northeastern US▼Powerful storm brings flooding, power outages to northeastern United States
A powerful storm is sweeping through the northeastern United States, causing significant flooding and widespread power outages. Heavy rain and strong winds have disrupted communities across the region, with utility crews working to restore electricity. News outlets are tracking the storm's progress as residents brace for further impacts and local authorities respond to damaged and waterlogged areas.
- 6Former BlackRock executive calls Bitcoin an 'exit asset', clashes with Bitwise▼A Former BlackRock Executive Calls Bitcoin an "Exit Asset" and Ethereum "the New Rails." Bitwise Says the Opposite.
A former BlackRock executive has described Bitcoin as an "exit asset" and Ethereum as "the new rails" of the financial system, framing Ethereum's infrastructure as the more important long-term bet. Bitwise, the crypto asset manager, publicly disagrees, arguing the opposite case about the two largest cryptocurrencies. The dispute highlights a widening split among institutional voices over whether Bitcoin's monetary role or Ethereum's utility matters more as crypto adoption grows.
- 7America'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.
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A coastal storm has flooded shorelines and cut electricity to thousands of homes. Emergency crews are responding to damage along the coast, with residents reporting inundated streets and properties. Utility companies are working to restore service, and officials are urging people to avoid flooded areas as conditions continue.
- 9Thousands without power as nor'easter slams Massachusetts▼Mass. nor’easter power outage tracker: Thousands in the dark as storm rages
A powerful nor'easter is moving across Massachusetts, knocking out electricity to thousands of residents as high winds and heavy precipitation batter the state. Boston 25 News is running a live outage tracker showing which communities have been hit hardest as utility crews work to restore service while the storm continues to rage across the region.
- 10Nor'easter batters Long Island with outages, flooding and downed trees●LIVE UPDATES: Nor’easter causes power outages, downed trees and flooding on Long Island
A nor'easter is sweeping across Long Island, knocking out power to thousands of homes, toppling trees and causing coastal flooding. News 12 Long Island is providing live updates as utility crews work to restore electricity and local officials respond to flooded roads and storm damage across the region. Residents are being urged to stay off the roads and avoid downed power lines.
- 11California 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.
- 12Storm leaves damage and power outages across Delaware County●Storm leaves damage, power outages across Delaware County
A storm swept through Delaware County, causing damage to property and leaving many residents without electricity. Utility crews are working to restore power, and local officials are assessing the extent of the damage. Coverage from 6abc Philadelphia indicates the storm's impact was felt widely across the county, with cleanup efforts expected to continue.
- 13Bristol Water trials floating wetlands to improve reservoir water quality●Bristol Water trials floating wetlands to help improve water quality at reservoirs https://www. waterbriefing.org/home/b
Bristol Water has begun trialling floating wetlands at its reservoirs as a natural way to improve water quality. The man-made wetlands are designed to support biodiversity while filtering nutrients and pollutants from the water. The trial is being followed by environmental and water-sector observers interested in nature-based solutions to pollution and ecosystem restoration.
- 14Powerwall 3 helps California homeowner beat PG&E peak rates●California homeowner couldn't install solar, then a Powerwall 3 took on PG&E's peak rates
A California homeowner who was unable to install solar panels has turned to Tesla's Powerwall 3 battery instead, using stored electricity to avoid PG&E's expensive peak-hour rates. The story is being highlighted as an example of how home batteries alone can cut bills in areas with high utility pricing, drawing attention to energy storage as an alternative when rooftop solar is not an option.
- 15Nevada City startup unveils tree-chopping robot for vegetation management▼Nevada City startup's tree chopping robot could revolutionize vegetation management
A Nevada City startup has developed a robot designed to chop down trees, which could transform how vegetation is managed. The technology could reduce the cost and danger of manual clearing work, with potential applications in forestry, utility line clearance, and wildfire prevention. Details about the company and the robot's capabilities remain limited so far.
- 16Philadelphia-area schools turn to solar power to cut utility costs▼Philadelphia-area schools are tapping the sun’s energy and saving money on utilities
School districts in the Philadelphia area are installing solar energy systems to reduce their utility bills. District officials say the move to solar power is delivering meaningful savings on energy costs, which can be redirected toward educational priorities. The shift reflects a broader trend of Pennsylvania schools adopting renewable energy as a way to manage tight budgets while cutting emissions.
- 17Lincoln officials weigh options after opinion voids fire surcharge▼Raising water rates, seeking tax election among options floated after AG opinion on Lincoln fire surcharge
Lincoln, Arkansas city officials are considering new ways to fund its fire department after a state Attorney General's opinion undermined the city's fire surcharge. Options floated include raising water rates or calling a special election to ask voters to approve a tax. The decision could affect residents' utility bills and requires action by the city council.
- 18Storm floods Connecticut, leaves thousands without power●Storm brings flooding, power outages to Connecticut
A storm hit Connecticut, causing flooding and power outages across the state. Local outlets including WFSB are reporting on the damage and utility crews' restoration efforts. Residents are sharing reports of waterlogged roads and darkened neighbourhoods as conditions develop.
- 19TNPDCL proposes Rs 0.63 per unit surcharge on open access consumers●TNPDCL proposes Rs 0.63/unit surcharge on open access consumers
Tamil Nadu power utility TNPDCL has proposed a surcharge of Rs 0.63 per unit on electricity consumers who buy power through open access rather than from the utility directly. The proposal would raise costs for industrial and commercial users sourcing cheaper power from other suppliers, and will need approval from the state electricity regulatory commission.
- 20Storm knocks out power to more than 60 homes●Storm sticks around: More than 60 residences without power early Sunday
A lingering storm left more than 60 residences without power early Sunday, according to local reporting from Shelter Island. The outage comes as the storm system has persisted in the region longer than expected, disrupting residents at the start of the week. Utility crews are expected to work on restoring service as conditions allow.
- 21Storm-hit Wyandotte County residents learn of BPU savings deal late●Storm-damaged Wyandotte County neighborhood learns of BPU savings deal a month later
Residents of a storm-damaged neighborhood in Wyandotte County, Kansas are only now learning about a savings agreement with the Board of Public Utilities, roughly a month after it was reached. The deal offers financial relief to households hit by storm damage, but the delayed notification has left many residents frustrated that they went weeks without knowing help was available.