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Swiss Face 3 Years in Jail for ‘Overheating’ Homes This Winter

The people of Switzerland could face huge fines and up to three years in prison if caught "overheating" their homes this winter. The move comes as Europe prepares for a cold and dark winter as the continent battles an energy shortage crisis. New government legislation covering the Swiss energy supply…

France Residents Told to Cut Energy Use, Warned Power Rationing Is on the Table

The people of France have been told to cut their energy use and warned that power rationing is on the table for the country's residents. French President Emmanuel Macron is calling for a 10% reduction in the nation’s energy usage. As the energy crisis in Europe deepens, Macron warned French…

CERN May Be Forced to Shut Down Large Hadron Collider Due to European Energy Crisis

The European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) maybe be forced to shut down its famous Large Hadron Collider (LHC) in Switzerland due to the growing energy crisis in Europe. CERN is already planning to shut down some of its particle accelerators amid the energy crisis in France. CERN, located near…

Saudi Arabia-Led OPEC Cuts Oil Production after Biden Begged for More

After Democrat President Joe Biden folded and went to Saudi Arabia in a desperate bid to drive down oil prices, OPEC and allied oil-producing countries have now announced they will cut oil production. In July, Biden visited Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to beg for help in lowering gas…

Tens of Thousands Flood Streets of Prague to Protest Energy Crisis: ‘Europe on the Brink’

Tens of thousands of people flooded the streets of Prague over the weekend to protest against the Czech government's handling of the energy crisis. Over 70,000 protesters marched in the capital, demanding that the ruling coalition takes a neutral stance on the Ukraine war to ensure energy supplies from Russia…

Shortage of Fracking Equipment Is Slowing US Shale Oil Output amid Energy Crisis

Fracking companies are reporting that shortages in hydrofracking equipment are causing shale oil output to slow down. Demand for fracking equipment has been quickly outpacing supply as the world battles a global energy crisis. The lack of gear is now hampering the expansion of U.S. oil and gas production. Halliburton…

California Extends Flex Alert Restricting Electric Vehicle Charging to Prevent Power Outages

California has extended its Flex Alert which places restrictions on electric vehicle charging in an effort to prevent power outages. The Flex Alert has been extended through the weekend by the California Independent System Operator. The move comes amid a heatwave that is putting the state at risk of rolling…

Europeans Warned to Prepare for Cold, Dark Winter Due to ‘Unprecedented’ Energy Shortages

European families are being told to prepare for a looming cold and dark winter amid warnings of "unprecedented" energy shortages and power failures. Energy industry experts say the global energy crisis brings a foreseeable future that will be colder and darker. “There is an increased risk of a lack of…

California Residents Told Not to Charge Electric Vehicles amid Energy Shortage

California is telling residents to refrain from charging their electric vehicles through Labor Day due to energy shortages. The state will suffer “Flex Alerts” and an energy shortage until after this weekend due to high temperatures As a result, residents will be asked to conserve electricity during afternoons and evenings,…

Oil Refinery Shut Down by Fire, Energy Emergency Declared

A major oil refinery in Indiana has been shut down after a fire broke out at the plant, triggering the federal government to declare an energy emergency across four states. Feds declared a regional emergency affecting Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Wisconsin, following the “unanticipated shutdown” of the BP Whiting oil…