Energy Policy

High-voltage electrical substation switchgear and power transmission infrastructure connecting regional power lines

September 18, 2026

Data Center Electricity Bill Dies in Senate: Who Pays for AI Grid Upgrades?

Your electricity bill is already going up. Data centers are a documented part of why. And last week, Congress had the chance to do something about it — and did not. Here

Wind turbines at Mount Emerald Wind Farm, representing Australia's renewable energy sector accelerating with 30-day EPBC approvals.

Australia·Energy·Environment·Policy

Australia accelerates renewable energy approvals with 30-day EPBC pathway

Australian renewable energy developers are facing a significantly changed federal approval environment. The federal government has overhauled the EPBC Act assessment pathway for renewable energy projects, introducing a 30-day assessment target. A National Renewable Energy Priority List is also in

September 18, 2026

China targets 70% electric vehicle share by 2030 from 60.6% baseline

Energy·Mobility·Policy

China's new five-year plan sets a target of 70% of new passenger-vehicle sales to be new energy vehicles by 2030. August 2026 data show

New York Utility Discounts Expand to 2.5 Million More Households

Energy·Policy·USA

New York has expanded its utility bill discount program, making an additional 2.5 million households eligible for monthly savings on electricity and gas. Governor

Exterior of the US Treasury building with columns and American flag

Energy·Policy·USA

Iran War Cost Hits $38 Billion as CBO Projects More Monthly Spending

The United States has spent roughly $38 billion fighting in Iran since the conflict began, according to a new assessment by the Congressional Budget Office. That amount covers combat operations through August

Sunita Somvanshi

September 16, 2026

Modern silicon photovoltaic solar panels mounted on a building rooftop angled toward sunlight.

Energy·Environment·India·Policy·Sustainability

Delhi Solar Subsidy: ₹60,000 Central Grant + State Benefits Explained for Rooftop Installation

Delhi residents can now install rooftop solar systems with PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana central government subsidies covering up to 50% of hardware costs. The program structure distinguishes between central funding

Rahul Somvanshi

September 2, 2026

An official speaks at a White House podium during a press briefing, with presidential seal and American flags visible in the background.

Business·Energy·Policy·World

Bessent Defends Yen Intervention as DHS Ends H-1B Grace Period and Russia Extends Diesel Export Ban

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent defended yen intervention, DHS ended the H-1B grace period, and Russia extended its diesel export ban through September 2026.

Karmactive Staff

August 30, 2026

Power transmission lines across dry California hills under a smoky wildfire-threatened sky

Energy·Environment·Policy·USA

California wildfire liability caps: Newsom’s $21B fund faces August 31 deadline amid insurance crisis

When a power line sparks a wildfire that destroys your home, someone has to pay for it. California is in the middle of a major fight over who that someone should be.

Sunita Somvanshi

August 29, 2026

Diesel generators operating at Bangladesh power plant during gas shortage crisis

Business·Policy

Bangladesh Faces 1,500 MW Power Crisis as LNG Terminal Fire and Qatar Force Majeure Cripple Energy Supply

Bangladesh faces a deepening power shortage with a deficit of approximately 1,500 MW across the grid. Rural areas are experiencing 8–10 hours of daily power cuts, with Khulna division enduring outages up

Sunita Somvanshi

August 19, 2026

President Donald Trump speaking at a podium, relevant to the revival of the 1798 Alien Enemies Act for deportation powers.

Business·Energy·Policy·Politics

Trump Pressure Mounts on ExxonMobil, Chevron to Lower $4.10 Gas Prices Amid Profit Surge

President Donald Trump has intensified pressure on major oil companies to cut retail gasoline prices, accusing ExxonMobil and Chevron of making excessive profits from the Iran conflict. On August 3, 2026, Trump

Sunita Somvanshi

August 5, 2026

Anthony Albanese speaking at the National Press Club announcing Australia fuel tax cuts and petrol price relief measures

Australia·Energy

Australia Cuts Petrol 32¢ a Litre — But “The Windfall May Fully Disappear,” Warn Economists

Australia Cuts Petrol Prices by 32¢ a Litre | KarmActive KarmActive · Fuel & Energy · Australia 2026 Fuel Policy Petrol Drops 32¢ a Litre — But the Numbers Behind the Relief

Sunita Somvanshi

April 2, 2026

Workers installing solar panels on a commercial rooftop with mountains in the background.

Business·Energy·Policy

US Hits Indian Solar Imports with 126% Duties — “Investments Cannot Succeed” If Asian Panels Keep Flooding the Market

US Solar Tariff Shock: How 143% Duties Are Reshaping Global Solar Trade Trade Alert · Solar Industry Washington Hits 143% Tariffs on Asian Solar — Who Pays, and Who’s Protected? The U.S.

Sunita Somvanshi

February 25, 2026

Large power plant with multiple chimneys and cooling towers releasing steam under a cloudy sky

Energy·News·Politics·Sustainability·USA

Illinois Energy Efficiency: $2.79B Approved For 2026–29—Full Home-Savings Count Inside

Energy Efficiency Illinois Heat Pumps Consumer Bills Illinois Approves 2026–29 Energy Efficiency Portfolios Worth $2.79 Billion Income-qualified programs grow, heat pump adoption expands, and methane furnace rebates wind down for higher‑income customers

Sunita Somvanshi

October 13, 2025

Artist Impression of Solar Energy / Wind Energy/ Renewable / Mountains/Twilight( Source: giganectar )

Business·Energy·News·Policy

IEA Halves US Clean Energy Outlook While Global Solar Power Soars Toward 700 GW by 2030

Energy & Policy US Clean Energy Growth Forecast Cut in Half as Global Solar Boom Continues IEA’s Renewables 2025 projects about 4,600 GW of new capacity by 2030. Solar accounts for nearly 80%

Sunita Somvanshi

October 8, 2025

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