Electricity

Why portable power stations are becoming essential as blackouts and heatwaves rise

“Portable power stations are becoming essential as blackouts and heatwaves increase.”
 Airborne robotic system for installing and removing warning balls

New drone‑mounted robot transforms high‑voltage maintenance in Israel

 An illustrative image of an Israel Police officer.

Criminal networks in Negev, Galilee tighten grip on Israel’s economy, infrastructure

A Lebanese Armed Forces (LIF) checkpoint is seen in the border village of Ayta al-Chaab, southern Lebanon, near the Israeli border, on February 23, 2026.

Lebanon won’t disarm Hezbollah, but will attack a 'generator owner'


The industrial drive: How China's factories are pushing global electricity demand

The International Energy Agency (IEA) forecast a surge in global electricity consumption over the next three years, averaging nearly 4% per year until 2027.

 The industrial drive: How China's factories are pushing global electricity demand. Image: anek.soowannaphoom.

Electricity crisis sparks more protests in southern Yemen

As of Thursday, Aden’s power stations had been completely inoperative for more than 30 hours.

 A youth stands in front tyres set alight to protest against living condition in Aden. February 6, 2025.

Impassable motorways: Northern England paralyzed by heavy snowfall and icy roads

Heavy snow and freezing rain made many northern England roads, including the A66, impassable, causing widespread closures.

 UK in the snow.

One charger to rule them all: France mandates USB-C as universal charger for electronic devices

Starting Saturday, France enforces a new regulation requiring all electronic devices sold in the country to be equipped with a USB-C charging port.

 Starting Saturday, France enforces a new regulation requiring all electronic devices sold in the country to be equipped with a USB-C charging port.

The ultimate guide to a warm and energy-efficient winter

Tips for using your air conditioner for heating in the cold season.

 Tadiran Air Conditioner

State to open VAT-free store at Ramon Airport

The Israel Airports Authority issued a tender for a VAT-free store at Eilat Airport, where 25% of Israel’s mobile phones are sold. The VAT hike next year will increase the city's appeal.

Ramon Airport in Eilat. Zero VAT for those who purchase at the new store

From radiator to tumble dryer: How to avoid a crazy electricity bill?

Winter brings cold, rainy weather and a rise in electricity consumption and bills. With the right appliances and simple tips, you can stay warm and save on costs.

 In the coming months, we will all want to stay close to a heat source

Expensive intelligence: AI boom drives up power demand, Israel unready

The Knesset's Technology Committee discussed the AI revolution's impact on rising electricity use, with experts warning of new energy security risks for which Israel is unprepared.

 MK Orit Farkash-Hacohen: No Government Strategy

New committee forms to connect Druze, Circassian homes to Israel's power grid, legalize homes

The comittee aims to legitamize the status of most Druze households in five years.

Druze gather to contact their relatives on the Syrian side of the border from the Israeli Golan Heights.

Money on the floor: 50K households join electricity reform

Two months into the electricity reform launch, 50,000 households have already switched to private suppliers in Israel, saving 5%-20% on their electricity bills. Will you be next?

 Money on the floor: 50,000 households have already joined the electricity revolution, and you?