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News & Articles By Cassie B.
05/05/2025
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By Cassie B.
Trillion-dollar grid overhaul needed to prevent more Spain-style blackouts, experts warn
Europe’s outdated power grid is struggling to handle renewable energy growth, leading to massive blackouts like Spain and Portugal’s worst-ever outage. Aging infrastructure and insufficient grid investment leave Europe vulnerable, with $600 billion per year needed for upgrades by 2030. Spain’s blackout, losing 60% of power in seconds, highlights risks of relying on renewables without […]
05/03/2025
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By Cassie B.
Spanish authorities ignored grid operator’s warnings before historic blackout exposed green energy risks
Spain’s power grid collapse left 60 million in darkness, exposing the dangers of aggressive renewable energy adoption without backup systems. Engineers had warned for years about grid instability from unchecked renewable expansion, but their concerns were ignored. The blackout caused at least four deaths, billions in economic losses, and widespread chaos, including grounded flights and […]
05/02/2025
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By Cassie B.
House votes to block California’s gas car ban as green policies face backlash
The U.S. House passed a resolution to overturn Biden’s waiver allowing California to ban gas-powered cars by 2035, with 35 Democrats joining Republicans. Critics argue the EV mandate ignores grid instability, high costs, and environmental harms from battery production, calling the 2035 deadline unrealistic. California’s rule requires 100% zero-emission vehicle sales by 2035, with 11 […]
04/30/2025
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By Cassie B.
Spain’s renewable energy “success” triggers nationwide blackout, exposing grid vulnerabilities
Spain and Portugal suffered their largest blackout in history, disrupting millions and paralyzing critical infrastructure like trains, hospitals and airports. A cascade of failures at Spanish solar plants triggered the blackout, exposing vulnerabilities in renewable-dependent grids and severing power connections with France. Over 35,000 passengers were stranded, emergency services relied on generators, and cities faced […]
04/29/2025
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By Cassie B.
Net zero madness leaves Spain in the dark as green energy push triggers Iberian Peninsula blackout
Spain’s massive blackout exposed the dangers of relying too heavily on unstable renewable energy, causing nationwide chaos with failed power grids and emergency systems. The collapse occurred when Spain’s energy generation plummeted by over 50% in seconds, leaving major cities like Madrid and Barcelona powerless and revealing the grid’s fragility. Political negligence fueled the crisis, […]
04/28/2025
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By Cassie B.
Millions without power as Spain and Portugal face unprecedented power outage
A massive power outage left Spain, Portugal, and parts of France in chaos as voltage drops crippled rail networks, shut airports, and cut off millions from electricity. Critical infrastructure collapsed—trains halted, commuters were stranded, emergency calls failed, and elevators trapped people as backup systems barely functioned. Air travel faced severe disruptions, and major events like […]
03/22/2025
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By Cassie B.
Trump signs executive order to ramp up U.S. critical mineral production, secure global supply chains
President Trump signed an executive order to boost domestic production of critical minerals like uranium and rare earths, aiming to enhance U.S. energy independence. The order fast-tracks mining projects, streamlines permitting, and prioritizes federal lands for mineral production to reduce reliance on foreign imports. A pending deal with Ukraine grants the U.S. access to $500 […]
03/21/2025
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By Cassie B.
Coal ash holds $8.4 billion in rare earth minerals, offering path to U.S. energy independence
Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin discovered $8.4 billion worth of rare earth elements (REEs) in U.S. coal ash deposits, crucial for green energy technologies. Coal ash, often treated as waste, contains minerals like neodymium and dysprosium, essential for batteries, wind turbines, and smartphones. The U.S. has over 2 billion metric tons of […]
03/18/2025
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By Cassie B.
Trump administration delivers relief as U.S. gas prices fall below $3 per gallon
U.S. gas prices have dropped for the fourth consecutive week, with most states now below $3 per gallon, down 42 cents from last year. The White House credits President Trump’s energy policies for the decline, citing cooling inflation and economic relief for households. States like West Virginia, Minnesota, and Georgia are seeing significant price drops, […]
03/12/2025
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By Cassie B.
Trump’s new tariff threats force Ontario to back down on U.S. electricity tax
Ontario Premier Doug Ford suspended a 25% surcharge on electricity exports to Michigan, Minnesota, and New York after President Trump threatened to double tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum. Ford initially proposed the surcharge and hinted at cutting off electricity exports entirely, framing it as retaliation against U.S. tariffs. Trump responded by threatening to increase […]
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