Energy news on Thursday, October 29, 2026
In Energy on Thursday, October 29, 2026: Electricity Prices Surge Across U.S. States. Also: Western Australia targets 75% renewable power generation by 2030-2031; France's renewable sector proposes 27 measures to accelerate renewables and strengthen power grids.
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- Electricity prices rose in 44 U.S. states, with one state experiencing increases six times the national average.24/7 Wall St.
- Western Australia targets 75% renewable power generation by 2030-2031.Enerdata
- France's renewable sector proposes 27 measures to accelerate renewables and strengthen power grids.Review Energy
- New thermal battery technology stores intense heat for energy applications.The New York Times
- U.S. Department of Energy approves $5.1 billion loan to Alliant Energy for Iowa and Wisconsin projects.Daily Gate City
- India seeks $220 billion clean energy investment to meet 2030 renewable targets.Reuters
- Solar and wind investment in emerging markets could reach $356 billion by 2040, constrained by financing costs.Down To Earth
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