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Endless war on a dying planet
The dual tragedies of war and ecological collapse in Israel and Palestine.
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Investigation: Texas failed to crack down on gas after grid crisis
E&E News examined state efforts to inspect natural gas facilities and prevent another massive energy emergency in Texas.
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Bills aimed at adding more natural gas power to Texas grid clear Senate
Critics say the bills could lead to untold billions in added costs to customers and minimal benefits while ignoring needed efforts to reduce electricity demand.
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Why Puerto Ricans are bracing for more blackouts
President Joe Biden tapped Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm last year to lead the federal government’s efforts to modernize the grid.
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South African president declares ‘state of disaster’ over power crisis
President Cyril Ramaphosa, facing rising public wrath, on Thursday declared a “state of disaster” and pledged to end an energy crisis that threatens economic and political stability.
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Pakistan power cuts emphasize nation's economic crisis
The country of 220 million was without electricity for hours despite power-saving measures. Economists warn funds for energy imports will last only one more month.
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At least 7 dead as severe winds, tornadoes hammer US South
A massive storm system whipping up severe winds and spawning tornadoes cut a path across the U.S. South, killing at least seven people in Georgia and Alabama, where a twister damaged buildings and tossed cars in the streets of historic downtown Selma.
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