Power Grid

China plans to expand quantum technologies across its power grid to prevent blackouts, following a successful 18-month trial in Hefei, Anhui province. The technology detected equipment defects and faults rapidly, according to a report by People’s Daily.

A new device being developed at the University of Texas at Austin aims to detect problems on the power grid before they cause outages or wildfires.

Texas's power grid reached an unofficial peak demand of 91,000 megawatts on July 22 amid a heat wave. The Energy Reliability Council of Texas reported the unprecedented demand, which Austin's power grid successfully managed.

Infrastructure experts in Miami discussed a long-term rebuilding plan for Cuba focusing on power grids, water systems, and 5G networks. Meanwhile, Cuban opposition figure Rosa María Payá honored her father, Oswaldo Payá, 14 years after his death in a car crash linked to Cuban state agents.

Scott Aaronson argues that reducing utility returns will not decrease electric bills and will result in a more fragile power grid. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining the utility model during critical times.

Kuwaitis are reducing electricity use, particularly air conditioning, during summer as Iranian attacks on power plants force rationing. The energy-intensive cooling systems are critical in Kuwait's extreme summer heat.

Iranians are experiencing power blackouts due to a collapsing grid exacerbated by military strikes and chronic underinvestment, intensifying suffering during a heatwave.

Germany plans to reduce renewable-energy subsidies starting in 2027 to address power grid strain caused by surging solar output. A draft law from the Economy Ministry proposes rewarding renewable projects that align with electricity demand and avoid worsening grid congestion.

The Philippines, once plagued by corruption, poor infrastructure, and a fuel crisis from a distant war, is implementing business-friendly reforms and infrastructure upgrades to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) in Southeast Asia’s competitive landscape.

Iran has urged citizens to turn off air conditioners during peak hours to alleviate strain on the power grid following US attacks. The country is experiencing heightened energy demands amid sweltering heat.

Shanghai has pioneered the synergisation of computing centres with the power grid for peak-load management, achieving a 97.8 megawatt reduction in peak load. This initiative is part of China’s efforts to enhance computing-grid coordination as it upgrades power infrastructure amid the global artificial intelligence race.

Ukraine has escalated its campaign in Russian-occupied Crimea by targeting the power grid with FP-2 drones, causing widespread blackouts. Russia is struggling to restore electricity to tens of thousands affected by the attacks.

Cuba experienced a second islandwide blackout in a week due to a failing power grid and fuel shortages linked to a U.S. energy blockade. Authorities cited a line failure between Santa Clara and Sancti Spíritus as the cause, with the Prime Minister highlighting the crisis's impact on fuel availability and infrastructure.

Cuba experienced an islandwide blackout for the second time this week due to a crumbling power grid and fuel shortages linked to a U.S. energy blockade. The nation of nearly 10 million people is struggling with repeated power outages.

Cuba experienced an islandwide blackout for the second time this week due to a crumbling power grid and fuel shortages linked to a U.S. energy blockade. Fuel shortages have halted public transportation and led to canceled surgeries, with Cuba producing only 40% of its needed fuel and depleting a supply from a Russian tanker by April.

Russia has increased its attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, using up to 25 drones in single strikes. Ukraine's power grid has faced a 36% rise in strikes this year, resulting in the loss of approximately half its electricity generation capacity.

Cuba experienced an island-wide blackout due to dwindling fuel reserves and a deteriorating electric grid. The blackout, reported by the state-run Electric Union, follows a fuel crisis exacerbated by U.S. tariffs and reduced oil imports, leading to halted public transportation and canceled surgeries.

Cuba experienced an island-wide blackout due to dwindling fuel reserves and a deteriorating electric grid. The government attributes the crisis to fuel shortages exacerbated by U.S. tariffs on oil suppliers and internal production challenges, leading to halted public transportation and canceled surgeries.

Socialist New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani urged residents to limit air conditioning use to reduce strain on the power grid, but his advice to seniors to stay cool was mocked online for conflicting with the 78-degree thermostat recommendation. Critics highlighted the contradiction, and social media users questioned the feasibility of the guidance.

ComEd has issued an urgent alert to customers in parts of Chicago and several western suburbs due to extreme heat causing 'critical strain' on the power grid.

A federal audit found that only 25% of $14 billion in federal funds for Puerto Rico’s power grid post-Hurricane Maria has been distributed nearly a decade later. The audit highlights delays in allocating disaster recovery funds to the U.S. territory.

A heat wave is straining metro Detroit's power grid, causing outages in several neighborhoods. DTE Energy attributes the issues to high demand for air conditioning and is working on repairs, but residents face challenges without power or functioning generators.

ComEd is urging customers in parts of Chicago and western suburbs to reduce electricity use due to a heatwave causing strain on the local power grid.

Metro Council is considering a bill to require burying power lines in new developments in Nashville following a winter storm that caused widespread outages. The bill, sponsored by Council Member Joy Styles, aims to strengthen the city's power grid, with a pilot program already planned by Nashville Electric Service.

Europe's record-breaking heat wave is straining power grids due to increased cooling demand, while IBM has unveiled a new chip with 100 billion transistors that could extend Moore’s Law. The heat wave is causing power plant shutdowns and shifting seasonal energy demand patterns, and IBM's technology aims to enhance computing efficiency by increasing transistor density.

Mexico is investing heavily in AI data centers, but its energy regulator warns that the existing power grid may not support the growing demand. The country's power infrastructure is already under strain, raising concerns about sustaining the AI industry's energy needs.

Data centres are being classified to bypass public hearings and environmental impact studies, according to activist Bolisetty Satyanarayana. He warned that the projects' water and power demands could harm marine ecosystems, fishermen's livelihoods, and the power grid.

Venezuela's draft regulations require oil firms to generate their own electricity due to the country's fragile power grid. Analysts estimate a national power deficit of 2,000 to 3,000 megawatts, with over 95% of a US producer's main-region operations affected.

Colombia opened a long-term auction to contract new wind, solar, and battery power with 15-year supply contracts starting in 2030. This is the first auction to include a dedicated category for battery storage.

A major grid-tech company, Open Access Technology International (OATI), is requesting the Trump administration to fund a project that aims to enhance the nation's power grid's ability to move electricity nationwide without constructing new transmission towers or lines. Based in Minneapolis, OATI's software is used by…

Brazil cut solar power for the first time on June 7, switching off surplus rooftop output as a holiday glut threatened to overload the grid. The action was taken to manage an excess of energy production during a period of high output.

The EU has urged Spain to reduce its reliance on gas to stabilize the power grid. Electricity power lines near Seville, Spain, are part of the country's energy infrastructure.

Ohio lawmakers began hearings on data centers, discussing their impact on power costs, environment, and economy. Stakeholders, including the Data Center Coalition, emphasized economic benefits and willingness to cover infrastructure costs, while addressing public concerns about local opposition and power grid demands.

Greg Jackson, CEO of Octopus Energy, suggests some UK households might accept occasional electricity blackouts to reduce energy bills. He criticized costly investments in the UK’s power grid, which are contributing to higher household energy costs.

India's heatwave is straining the country's power grid, highlighting vulnerabilities in its energy infrastructure. The energy crisis has intensified, with citizens in Varanasi using water sprinklers to cope with extreme temperatures in April.