Con Edison in the news amid a NYC energy safety probe after a fatal manhole incident; big utility, decades of service in NYC.
High energy bills persist in New York as state officials consider delaying climate law mandates due to rising costs. Leaked reports project household costs could rise by thousands annually, sparking political debate over balancing green initiatives with affordability.
New York is delaying green energy projects and extending Diablo Canyon's operation to 2045 amid rising costs and energy demand. The state is reconsidering its 2019 Climate Act goals, with officials citing economic and reliability concerns. These developments reflect ongoing challenges in balancing climate ambitions with practical energy needs.
UK households face higher energy bills this summer, prompting a surge in green upgrades. The falling cost of home batteries is identified as a major driver for savings, with industry executives describing batteries as a potential gamechanger for households and businesses.
A 56-year-old woman has died after stepping out of her car on Fifth Avenue near East 52nd Street and fell into an open maintenance hole. Con Edison is investigating how the cover was left displaced, with video suggesting a heavy vehicle may have contributed.