Global electricity demand is poised for a strong and sustained increase through 2030, powered by electrification of transport, industry and digital services — but electricity grids and system flexibility must be expanded rapidly to prevent [Read more]
A major new transmission link designed to deliver clean hydroelectric power from Québec to New England has entered commercial operation, marking a milestone in cross-border electrical cooperation — but early performance under extreme winter conditions [Read more]
A new analysis from the International Energy Agency (IEA) concludes that wholesale electricity markets remain broadly effective at ensuring reliable operations but require significant updates to support long-term investment, risk management and the growing complexity [Read more]
This article was published by the International Energy Agency on Nov. 12, 2025. In an increasingly complex energy security context spanning a wide range of fuels and technologies, the World Energy Outlook 2025 identifies key [Read more]
This article was published by Grist on Oct. 17, 2025. By Matt Simon Depending on whom you’re asking, renewable energy and electric vehicles will either destroy the grid or save it. The sun doesn’t always [Read more]
This article was published by the Canada Energy Regulator on Oct. 15, 2025. Every time you turn on a light switch, a complex system delivers electricity from power plants to your home. This system, the [Read more]
This article was published by The Energy Mix on Sept. 23, 2025. By The Energy Mix staff Although global nuclear generating capacity grew 2.9 per cent to a record 2,663 terawatt-hours (TWh) in 2024, the [Read more]
This article was published by the International Energy Agency on Sept. 22, 2025. New IEA report examines opportunities for countries across the region to integrate more solar and wind into their power systems to help [Read more]
This article was published by the US Energy Information Administration on Sept. 22, 2025. By Alex Mey, Owen Comstock In our annual survey of power plant activity, we ask operators of utility-scale batteries how they are [Read more]
This article was published by the US Energy Information Administration on Sept. 19, 2025. By Kimberly Peterson Over the past few years, net electricity inflows from Canada into New York (New York Independent System Operator, [Read more]
This article was published by IRENA on July 10, 2025. Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 10 July 2025 – The Renewable Energy Statistics 2025 released by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) today shows that despite renewables [Read more]
This article was published by the International Energy Agency on July 10, 2025. By Gabriel Saive, Energy & Environment Analyst Hazel Yeo, Energy Market Analyst, Consultant Lucia de la Cuerda, Energy Analyst Fabian Voswinkel, Energy [Read more]
This article was published by the US Energy Information Administration on July 31, 2025. by Tyler Hodge In our most recent Short-Term Energy Outlook (STEO), we forecast nationwide U.S. retail electricity sales to ultimate customers will grow [Read more]
This article was published by The Energy Mix on August 13, 2025. By Christopher Bonasia Virtual power plants are showing they can pull their weight in grids across North America, including a fleet of batteries [Read more]
This article was published by the International Energy Agency on June 13, 2025. At IEA Global Conference in Brussels, countries and companies highlight efficiency as ‘first fuel’ in individual and collective efforts to reduce energy [Read more]
This article was published by The Energy Mix on May 15, 2025. By Christopher Bonasia Hydro‑Québec is taking steps to prepare its electricity grid for higher demand and a low-carbon future, with major new investments [Read more]
This article was published by Grist on April 25, 2025. By Akielly Hu Raymond Ward wants to see solar panels draped over every balcony in the United States and doesn’t understand why that isn’t happening. [Read more]
This article was published by The Energy Mix on April 11, 2025. By Christopher Bonasia As data centres reshape global energy systems, their growth could either help or hinder climate goals, depending on how they [Read more]
This article was published by The Energy Mix on April 4, 2025. By Chris Bonasia As concerns over Canada’s energy security spark renewed interest in a national electricity grid, an energy expert says political coordination—not [Read more]
This article was published by the Pembina Institute on April 4, 2025. By Jason Wang, Scott MacDougall Alberta’s power grid is essentially an electricity island, isolated from its neighbours except for three small connections. Adding [Read more]
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