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Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

'My highest bill ever': Readers share how expensive their energy bills were this winter

Massachusetts gas providers ordered to reduce rates by at least 5% in response to high energy costs.
Consumer reactions highlight the financial stress caused by recent bill increases.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 day ago
SF politics

Lynch: California may need a revolt against its utility commission

California's Public Utilities Commission was established to protect consumers but is now criticized for failing to regulate utility companies effectively.
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

'My highest bill ever': Readers share how expensive their energy bills were this winter

Massachusetts gas providers ordered to reduce rates by at least 5% in response to high energy costs.
Consumer reactions highlight the financial stress caused by recent bill increases.
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 day ago

Lynch: California may need a revolt against its utility commission

California's Public Utilities Commission was established to protect consumers but is now criticized for failing to regulate utility companies effectively.
more#utility-regulation
fromSitePoint Forums | Web Development & Design Community
1 day ago
Gadgets

Do you have a headache because your electricity bill keeps increasing every month of electricity usage? So what is the cause of the electricity waste? Let's analyze the causes with HoangCooler

Improper use of air conditioners significantly increases electricity consumption and costs for households.
Simple maintenance and efficient practices can greatly reduce power bills during summer.
#new-york-politics
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

Long Island wind power is yet another green screwjob - forcing New Yorkers to pay more than DOUBLE for energy

New Yorkers may face energy costs that are 2.5 times the market rate due to green energy mandates.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
NYC politics

Hochul references Post story to blast Con Edison over 'shocking' rate hikes - but offers few solutions as locals caught in crosshairs

Gov. Hochul criticized Con Edison's proposed rate hikes but offered few solutions to address the rising costs affecting New Yorkers.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
NYC politics

Thank NY Democrats' insane climate crusade for Con Ed's huge rate hikes

Hochul's renewable energy policies are leading to significant increases in energy costs for New Yorkers, contradicting her affordability agenda.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

Long Island wind power is yet another green screwjob - forcing New Yorkers to pay more than DOUBLE for energy

New Yorkers may face energy costs that are 2.5 times the market rate due to green energy mandates.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
NYC politics

Hochul references Post story to blast Con Edison over 'shocking' rate hikes - but offers few solutions as locals caught in crosshairs

Gov. Hochul criticized Con Edison's proposed rate hikes but offered few solutions to address the rising costs affecting New Yorkers.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
NYC politics

Thank NY Democrats' insane climate crusade for Con Ed's huge rate hikes

Hochul's renewable energy policies are leading to significant increases in energy costs for New Yorkers, contradicting her affordability agenda.
more#new-york-politics
Artificial intelligence
fromBusiness Insider
4 days ago

Meta's data center could be 'transformative' for Louisiana, utility says-as long as customers pay the $5 billion power bill

Meta's $10 billion AI data center in Louisiana raises controversy over the $5 billion cost for new power plants to serve its energy demands.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
5 days ago

New Yorkers would be forced to pay 2.5x market rate for wind energy from Empire Wind One offshore farm: expert

New Yorkers may face significantly higher electricity costs from the Empire Wind One project, according to independent analysis.
fromMail Online
2 weeks ago
UK news

Revealed: The exact date you should turn your heating OFF this spring

Heating should be turned off when outdoor temperatures hit 15°C, typically by mid to late April, according to a recent survey of Britons.
#government-policy
fromBusiness Matters
2 weeks ago
UK politics

Labour warned more industries could need British steel-style rescue amid soaring energy costs

Urgent action is needed to address Britain's high industrial energy costs to prevent further manufacturer collapses.
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

No cost-of-living measures or energy credits in next Budget, Taoiseach Micheal Martin says

Government won't introduce a new cost-of-living support package this year despite significant consumer arrears in energy bills.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Will we freeze to death?': trepidation in England's snowiest village over loss of winter fuel payment

The potential abolition of winter fuel payments raises concerns for vulnerable residents in Copley, especially during harsh winter months.
fromBusiness Matters
2 weeks ago
UK politics

Labour warned more industries could need British steel-style rescue amid soaring energy costs

Urgent action is needed to address Britain's high industrial energy costs to prevent further manufacturer collapses.
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

No cost-of-living measures or energy credits in next Budget, Taoiseach Micheal Martin says

Government won't introduce a new cost-of-living support package this year despite significant consumer arrears in energy bills.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Will we freeze to death?': trepidation in England's snowiest village over loss of winter fuel payment

The potential abolition of winter fuel payments raises concerns for vulnerable residents in Copley, especially during harsh winter months.
more#government-policy
#renewable-energy
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
US politics

How Trump's Tariffs Threaten the Transition to Cleaner Energy

The trade war and tariffs are significantly impacting renewable energy costs and supply chains in the U.S.
fromBrownstoner
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Solar Incentives in 2025: A Perfect Storm of Policy Changes

2025 could be crucial for residential solar energy due to impending changes in federal and state incentives.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

How Trump's Tariffs Threaten the Transition to Cleaner Energy

The trade war and tariffs are significantly impacting renewable energy costs and supply chains in the U.S.
fromBrownstoner
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Solar Incentives in 2025: A Perfect Storm of Policy Changes

2025 could be crucial for residential solar energy due to impending changes in federal and state incentives.
more#renewable-energy
#consumer-prices
Miscellaneous
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Rent, gas, energy prices continue to rise in the NYC area

Consumer prices in NYC rose nearly 1%, driven by energy costs, while food prices remained flat despite high-profile increases.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Rent, gas, energy prices continue to rise in the NYC area

Consumer prices in NYC rose nearly 1%, driven by energy costs, while food prices remained flat despite high-profile increases.
more#consumer-prices
#legislation
Tech industry
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Indiana is getting $15 billion in Big Tech investment. Residents don't want to foot the energy bill.

Indiana lawmakers aim to make tech firms cover 80% of data center power project costs to avoid burdening residents with high energy bills.
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Two new bills aim to lower California utility bills. Will they work?

New legislation aims to control utility costs for California residents by capping rate increases and increasing oversight of infrastructure spending.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago
Boston

Healey pledges to fight energy prices with legislation, executive order

Governor Healey is taking action to reduce skyrocketing energy costs and demanding immediate changes from utility companies.
Tech industry
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Indiana is getting $15 billion in Big Tech investment. Residents don't want to foot the energy bill.

Indiana lawmakers aim to make tech firms cover 80% of data center power project costs to avoid burdening residents with high energy bills.
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Two new bills aim to lower California utility bills. Will they work?

New legislation aims to control utility costs for California residents by capping rate increases and increasing oversight of infrastructure spending.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Healey pledges to fight energy prices with legislation, executive order

Governor Healey is taking action to reduce skyrocketing energy costs and demanding immediate changes from utility companies.
more#legislation
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Mass. DPU orders gas companies to lower rates by 5%.

The DPU has ordered gas companies to reduce residential gas bills by 5% starting next month due to unsustainable pricing.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Healey, lawmakers call on DPU to reduce energy costs after natural gas spike

Massachusetts officials are urging action to address skyrocketing energy costs this winter.
#brexit
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

Brexit has put 370m a year on price of power from EU since 2021, experts say

Brexit has raised UK electricity costs, introducing inefficiencies in trading that could lead to significant financial burdens for consumers.
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago
Europe politics

Labour's 'Brexit reset' draws fire over plan to align UK carbon rules with EU

Linking UK emissions policy with EU carbon pricing could raise energy costs for consumers.
Critics argue that this move may reintroduce Brexit tensions.
UK carbon trading prices are rising, narrowing the gap with EU prices.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

Brexit has put 370m a year on price of power from EU since 2021, experts say

Brexit has raised UK electricity costs, introducing inefficiencies in trading that could lead to significant financial burdens for consumers.
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago
Europe politics

Labour's 'Brexit reset' draws fire over plan to align UK carbon rules with EU

Linking UK emissions policy with EU carbon pricing could raise energy costs for consumers.
Critics argue that this move may reintroduce Brexit tensions.
UK carbon trading prices are rising, narrowing the gap with EU prices.
more#brexit
#cost-of-living
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Energy, insurance and grocery costs to rise this year - but there are ways to still save money

Rising energy, broadband, and grocery costs could offset tax cuts and severely impact household budgets.
Future price hikes in essentials are expected to strain family finances even more.
fromSan Jose Inside
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Dems' Legislative Supermajority Faces Rejuvenated GOP in 2025

California lawmakers are prioritizing policies aimed at reducing the cost of living for residents as they embark on a new legislative session.
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Energy, insurance and grocery costs to rise this year - but there are ways to still save money

Rising energy, broadband, and grocery costs could offset tax cuts and severely impact household budgets.
Future price hikes in essentials are expected to strain family finances even more.
fromSan Jose Inside
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Dems' Legislative Supermajority Faces Rejuvenated GOP in 2025

California lawmakers are prioritizing policies aimed at reducing the cost of living for residents as they embark on a new legislative session.
more#cost-of-living
fromIndependent
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Are you ready for the 5k challenge? 25 ways to build your money muscles and save thousands in 2025

Consistent daily steps are key to saving money, similar to a fitness challenge.
#inflation
fromwww.mercurynews.com
9 months ago
Business

PG&E profits soar, powered by increases in electricity and gas revenue

PG&E profits surged 28.1% in Q2, driven by rising bills outpacing inflation. Future plans include reducing household energy costs and cutting carbon emissions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Business

Energy caps to stamp duty changes: your personal finance diary for January-April 2025

Rising inflation dampens hopes for interest rate cuts, affecting borrowers negatively but benefitting those with savings.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
9 months ago
Business

PG&E profits soar, powered by increases in electricity and gas revenue

PG&E profits surged 28.1% in Q2, driven by rising bills outpacing inflation. Future plans include reducing household energy costs and cutting carbon emissions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Business

Energy caps to stamp duty changes: your personal finance diary for January-April 2025

Rising inflation dampens hopes for interest rate cuts, affecting borrowers negatively but benefitting those with savings.
more#inflation
fromChicago Tribune
1 year ago
Chicago

Letters: Our climate is in trouble. Chicago needs a ban on methane gas in new buildings.

Banning methane gas in new buildings can significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and save money for Chicago residents over time.
fromFortune
4 months ago
Canada news

Goldman sees 'significant' hit to U.S. from Trump's Canada tariffs

Trump's proposed tariffs on Canada could significantly raise fuel prices for US consumers, but their implementation remains doubtful.
#electric-vehicles
fromSacramento Bee
5 months ago
Cars

Newsom said California will offer EV rebates if Trump cuts them. Here's where the money could come from

California will provide rebates for electric vehicle buyers if federal tax credits are eliminated, emphasizing commitment to clean transportation and affordability.
fromABC7 San Francisco
11 months ago
California

California regulators to vote on changing how power bills are calculated

Changing how power companies calculate bills: $24.15 fixed charge/month, offset by lowered electricity price, benefits high energy users and electric car owners.
fromSacramento Bee
5 months ago
Cars

Newsom said California will offer EV rebates if Trump cuts them. Here's where the money could come from

California will provide rebates for electric vehicle buyers if federal tax credits are eliminated, emphasizing commitment to clean transportation and affordability.
fromABC7 San Francisco
11 months ago
California

California regulators to vote on changing how power bills are calculated

Changing how power companies calculate bills: $24.15 fixed charge/month, offset by lowered electricity price, benefits high energy users and electric car owners.
more#electric-vehicles
#home-heating
fromHomebuilding & Renovating
7 months ago
Remodel

Gas boiler vs electric boiler - is one better than the other?

Choosing between gas or electric boilers requires understanding their operation and considering personal lifestyle and needs before making a purchase.
fromHomebuilding & Renovating
7 months ago
Remodel

Gas boiler vs electric boiler - is one better than the other?

Choosing between gas or electric boilers requires understanding their operation and considering personal lifestyle and needs before making a purchase.
more#home-heating
fromHomebuilding & Renovating
6 months ago
Remodel

How long does underfloor heating take to warm up?

Underfloor heating warm-up time varies significantly based on system type, room size, and construction, ranging from 30 minutes to several hours.
fromNew York Post
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

NY natural gas prices expected to surge 11% this winter, while electricity prices could fall

Natural gas prices are expected to rise 11% this winter, while electricity prices may decline by 2%, per state estimates.
#citizens-advice
fromwww.independent.co.uk
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

How families can benefit from unclaimed 2bn help with water and broadband bills

Households are missing nearly £2 billion in support due to inconsistent access to social tariffs for water and broadband services across the UK.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

How families can benefit from unclaimed 2bn help with water and broadband bills

Households are missing nearly £2 billion in support due to inconsistent access to social tariffs for water and broadband services across the UK.
more#citizens-advice
OMG science
fromPortlandTribune.com
7 months ago

Solar project offers low-income Portland residents relief from high energy bills

Carlos Interian's family faces rising energy costs, increasing over 25% in two years, impacting their budget significantly.
Artificial intelligence
fromComputerWeekly.com
7 months ago

AI innovation key to UK business, but obstacles threaten progress | Computer Weekly

UK IT leaders widely recognize AI as a transformational opportunity, but face infrastructure challenges due to escalating AI-generated data and operational costs.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

Millions facing cruel winter' without fuel payments, Labour MPs warn

Rising energy costs and the end of welfare schemes risk severe hardship for vulnerable populations this winter, prompting calls for extended financial support.
fromHomebuilding & Renovating
9 months ago
Renovation

How much does a swimming pool cost? Advice on installation, heating and maintenance - plus the cheapest options

UK homeowners may be interested in swimming pools due to rising summer temperatures. However, installation costs vary based on size and material, with ongoing energy and maintenance costs to consider.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
10 months ago
California

Diablo Canyon nuke plant could trigger higher PG&E customer bills, experts warn

Rising costs of operating Diablo Canyon nuclear power plant may lead to higher PG&E bills.
California
fromSFGATE
10 months ago

Hidden homeowner costs have increased 32% since 2020 in California

California homeowners face steep annual costs of $28,790 due to rising home prices, insurance, and maintenance expenses.
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