“There was a recovery of demand in all the major manufacturing states such as Maharashtra, Gujarat and Tamil Nadu,” Ind-Ra said in a report. New Delhi : Rising demand is expected to keep electricity prices elevated in short-term. According to India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra), the all-India energy demand continued to recover in August 2021 […]
China facing huge electricity shortage with millions plunged into blackout – EQ Mag Pro
China is about to be plunged into a nationwide power shortage which could see millions of people left without electricity. This week, a whopping two thirds of the country faced blackouts and rationing. It has been thrust into the crisis as it is struggling to balance prices with demand and has dangerously low coal reserves. […]
Electricity important for development; Government to give subsidy to those setting up solar power plants : CM
Chatra : Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Friday gave a big gift to Chatra district by inaugurating the newly constructed grid sub-station and ChatraLatehar transmission line at Itkhori. Now a large part of this district will get uninterrupted and quality electricity and there will be no problem of low voltage. Speaking on the occasion, the […]
China’s electricity crunch is world’s latest supply-chain threat – EQ Mag Pro
The power problems come after recent port disruptions in China rippled across global supply chains China’s energy crisis is shaping up as the latest shock to global supply chains as factories in the world’s biggest exporter are forced to conserve energy by curbing production. The disruption comes as producers and shippers race to meet demand […]
World Energy Storage Day focuses minds on circular economy – EQ Mag Pro
With the growth in renewable energy and electric vehicles, energy storage is key to the future electricity and energy ecosystem World Energy Storage Day is celebrated on September 22 every year by industry stakeholders, policy makers, think tanks and associations to acknowledge its global importance. With a rising focus on the effective integration of renewable […]
CERC notifies draft DSM regulation for interstate purchase and sale of electricity – EQ Mag Pro
Central Electricity Regulatory Commission(CERC) notified CERC (Deviation Settlement Mechanism and Related Matters) Regulations, 2021. The regulation will be applicable to all grid connected regional entities and other entities engaged in inter-State purchase and sale of electricity. Purpose of this regulation is to ensure that users of the grid do not deviate from and adhere to […]
How Long Do Solar Panels Last in Australia? Degradation Explained – EQ Mag Pro
Solar panels are a great way to generate your own electricity and save money. But how long do they last? While current solar system prices in Australia are favourable, they are still a considerable investment; homeowners naturally want to understand how many years of use they’ll get out of their solar panels. In this post, […]
Bitcoin Uses More Electricity Than Many Countries. How Is That Possible? – EQ Mag Pro
In 2009, you could mine one Bitcoin using a setup like this in your living room. Today, you’d need a room full of specialized machines, each costing thousands of dollars. Amount of household electricity required to mine one coin: a few seconds’ worth. Bitcoin’s value: basically nothing. Amount of household electricity required: 9 years’ worth. […]
RHB maintains ‘overweight’ call on power sector; expects more solar EPCC contract flow – EQ Mag Pro
KUALA LUMPUR : RHB Investment Bank Bhd has maintained its “overweight” rating on the utilities sector as it expects electricity demand to register growth and more fourth cycle large-scale solar programme (LSS4) engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning (EPCC) contracts to be awarded. In a note today, its analyst Sean Lim said electricity demand overall is […]
The ‘Energy Patriots’ Bringing Electricity to Indonesia’s Remote Villages – EQ Mag Pro
For millions of villagers in Indonesia’s remote areas, a 12-hour-per-day erratic electricity supply is the norm. With students studying by candlelight at night and health centres not running at full capacity, these communities face an uphill struggle to improve their well-being. But a recently launched UN-led initiative could change that, thanks to a group of […]