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Africa's solar boom faces higher costs as China cuts export subsidies
China's decision to end value-added tax rebates on solar panel exports and phase out incentives for making battery storage equipment could push up the cost of solar installations in Africa, which relies heavily on imported Chinese technology. The…
Sam Altman sparks backlash over claims that intelligence will be a utility: 'A future where … people buy it from us on a meter
Artificial intelligence has risen at breakneck speed, weaving itself into nearly every facet of our daily lives. Now, it may come with an even higher cost. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman sparked a wave of discussion by suggesting a future in which…
Africa's solar boom faces higher costs as China cuts export subsidies
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — China's decision to end value-added tax rebates on solar panel exports and phase out incentives for making battery storage equipment could push up the cost of solar installations in Africa, which relies heavily on…
New report shatters widespread assumption about AI in the workplace: 'It's a compelling story
At the moment, it often feels like the proverbial 'two types of people' are boosters and skeptics when it comes to artificial intelligence, and a recent Fortune article strengthened the latter's case. It's been a few years since ChatGPT debuted in…
Amazon issues apology after bystander captures delivery drone crash on camera: 'You could smell it was starting to burn
In a troubling turn for commercial drone delivery, an Amazon Prime Air drone crashed into a Texas apartment building in early February, according to Fox Business. The incident occurred in Richardson, a suburb north of Dallas, where Amazon and other…
Cuba scrambles to restore power after new blackout
Some parts of Havana began to have power again, but others were still dark early Sunday, a day after the energy ministry reported a 'total disconnection' of the national electric system in the country of nearly 10 million people. A gas power…
Record high set for Chinese EV sales in Australia
As fuel prices soar amid the Iran war and blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, electric vehicle makers are reporting a surge in interest. Angela, from Melbourne's east, is among three generations of her family keen to make the switch. 'It is always…
Homeowner shares candid advice about installing modern HVAC technology in 100-year-old home: 'It's not for the faint of heart
Just because you own an older home doesn't mean you can't incorporate the latest, cutting-edge amenities. To prove that point, the owner of two 100-year-old homes took to Reddit to explain how they installed modern, heat-pump HVAC systems in their…
Tesla driver shares electricity bill after 12 months and shocks people with cost
A Tesla owner revealed just how much he pays in electricity for the electric vehicle, leaving people shooketh. If there's one thing EV owners can be smug about right now, it's that they don't have to worry about the fluctuating price of oil for…
Cuba announces second nationwide blackout in less than a week
A power outage struck the entire island of Cuba on Saturday (March 21, 2026), the Energy Ministry said, in the second nationwide blackout in less than a week as its grid struggles under a U.S. oil blockade. Buildings began to lose power in Havana…
Cuba hit by second nationwide blackout in a week
As night fell, Havana's streets were mostly pitch black, with people navigating using phone lights or flashlights, just five days after the previous blackout. In the touristy old city, some restaurants were able to stay open thanks to generators…
Cuba suffers second nationwide blackout in less than a week
Cuba plunged into darkness for the second time in less than a week on Saturday after its national power network failed again, strained by ageing infrastructure and a US oil blockade. As night fell, Havana 's streets were mostly pitch black, with…
Reuters Cheers Iran War as Fossil Fuel Killer - 'Iran war energy shock sparks global push to reduce fossil fuel dependence'
Apparently, the most important positive outcome from the war with Iran is that it has the potential to reduce the world's reliance on fossil fuels, according to Gaia's acolytes at Reuters, not knocking out the world's foremost state sponsor of…
Vermont utility makes it easier than ever to add a home backup battery
Vermont utility Green Mountain Power is expanding one of the country's most exciting virtual power plant programs, adding a new battery lease program to its menu of home energy offerings that lets customers add backup power at little to no upfront…
5 Rammed Earth Homes in 2026 That Make Concrete Walls Look Outdated
The architectural world is shifting toward materials that feel grounded, honest, and deeply connected to the earth. Instead of relying on high-energy industrial products, designers and homeowners are embracing approaches that honor the planet's…
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