#Energy
Massive power outage leaves Uruguay and Argentina without electricity
Two Argentine power companies confirmed that the failure knocked out electricity throughout Argentina.
Bruton: 'When the wind doesn't blow and the sun doesn't shine, we need a back-up - and it remains oil and gas'
Green Party leader Eamon Ryan said Fine Gael can’t be taken seriously on climate action if they support oil and gas drilling.
Minister criticised for committing to offshore oil drilling and saying it can deliver benefits to the Irish people
Junior Minister Sean Canney dismissed a Bill which aims to stop the issuing of any new licences for the exploration of fossil fuels.
European bank to help fund electricity cable linking Ireland and France in light of Brexit
The €1 billion underwater electricity cable linking Ireland and France is expected be finished by 2025/2026.
Two Irish energy companies have just raised their prices
Panda Power and Pinergy have become the latest Irish energy companies to up their prices.
Airtricity customers to see price hike of up to €140 per year
The company said the decision to raise prices was made in response to sustained increases in wholesale energy costs on global markets.
Two major Dublin power plants to close in May
Ireland’s energy regulator said it had expected that some generators would close their plants due to a change in how contracts are awarded to allow for greater competition.
Aldi banning sale of energy drinks to under 16s
Customers buying soft drinks containing more than 150mg of caffeine per litre will be asked to prove their age.
Losing darkness at night: LED lights are boosting light pollution worldwide
Nighttime lights disrupt our body clocks and raise the risks of cancer, diabetes and depression.
Parents gather to discuss effect of 'incredibly stupid' Poolbeg incinerator
The activist group ‘Parents Against the Incinerator’ are holding a meeting this evening. Here’s a bit of what will be discussed.
3,500 complaints made to energy regulator - including one person who was wrongly charged €2,500
The regulator said it is important that customers know their rights.
Data centres are making energy demands shoot up in Ireland
The trend is putting the state on a collision course with the EU over renewable-energy targets.
No, the Poolbeg incinerator hasn't started burning waste just yet
The plant has been gearing up for its first day of operations, in a process known as ‘hot commissioning’.
ESB and Bord na Móna to develop solar power for 150,000 homes
Renewable energy in Ireland is currently predominantly generated from the wind.
A Derry company is moving into the Irish electricity market with cut-price rates
BEenergy is challenging more established rivals like Bord Gáis Energy on price.
From TheJournal.ie 
Ireland's largest windfarm begins powering 50,000 homes
The windfarm is expected to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 100,000 tonnes each year.
'The Budget is an exercise in wasted energy and perpetuating short-termism'
Don’t expect anything that helps build on a long-term vision for Ireland.
Vote: Who would make the best modern-day ambassador for Ireland?
Get your votes in. Don’t rate any of our suggestions? We want to hear yours.
Kids who spend time in nature are more relaxed - here are 8 tips to get them outdoors
And away from the television.
Powered by poo: The unusual way one Thai village heats its kitchen stoves
In the small Thai village of Pa Deng nearly 100 families use cow dung as a source of energy.
Explainer: Why are people worried about a nuclear power plant being built 250km from Ireland?
Last week, the UK government stalled on signing off on a new nuclear power plant – just the latest setback in a decade long saga.
Irish people switch energy provider more than any other country in Europe
Close to 80,000 people switched their electricity provider in the first three months of this year.
Happy Pear twins talk working on three hours sleep, no days off and those Jedward comparisons
The Greystones twins start their days at 5am and share nearly everything they do online.
Here's the maximum amount of caffeine you should drink in a day
The amount of caffeine in various drinks — or even the same drink from a different chain — can vary dramatically.
Here's how much sugar is in your favourite energy drink
Some of the drinks on the Irish market contain as many as 16 teaspoons of sugar.
6 facts about Irish energy use that will make you stop and think
Did you know we’re one of the most energy-dependent countries in Europe?
Is Ireland changing its attitude to electric cars?
In 2015, over 500 new electric cars were supported through the government grant scheme.
Why Ireland won't be turning to nuclear energy anytime soon
Alex White talked energy and climate change with TheJournal.ie yesterday.
Javier Hernandez's goal last night showed Man United exactly what they're missing
How Louis van Gaal could do with his movement and energy in the final third right about now.
Britain leaving the EU could cost Ireland €3 billion a year
Without the interconnection between Ireland and Britain, our energy costs are also likely to soar.
Republicans are lining up to pour scorn on Barack Obama's climate change plan
Obama says it’s the “biggest, most important step we’ve ever taken” to fight climate change.
Poll: Would you oppose plans for fracking in your area?
Farmers in Leitrim are mounting a campaign to oppose the practice.
New York nuclear power plant 'stable' after fire triggers shutdown
The transformer fire was quickly extinguished.
Politicians 'don't understand the stress of having to pay bills'
Customers want simpler bills and exit fee options.
Will you be switching out the lights for Earth Hour?
If you want to participate, you have to go dark from 8.30pm this evening.
It's something: The sun is set to save Dublin €21,000 a year
A number of the council buildings are set to be fitted with solar panels.
The government wants to talk to those who are in 'energy poverty'
Submissions on a paper on energy affordability can be made until February 27.
Your electricity and gas bills are getting cheaper
Good news, for a change. But just for Bord Gáis Energy customers (Electric Ireland customers have been getting their discount for a while now).
Poll: Should Ireland consider nuclear power?
Energy Minister Alex White says nuclear power needs to be included in the debate.
Fancy these utterly simple brownies? They're the perfect snack for a Christmas hike
Mind those soggy bottoms.
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