Electricity

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

The CEO of Shomer HaHadash described a wide-reaching system of economic and security-related crime, including theft of water, electricity, and fuel.

 An illustrative image of an Israel Police officer.
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 new robot that will handle the power lines of the electric company

The new robot that will handle the power lines of the electric company

"Consumers are shifting from category-based buying to choosing what’s cheapest, closest, and most convenient."

Matzot, vegetables, and a washing machine: Passover 2026 marks a new era of Israeli consumerism


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?

Stuck with the inventory: Deals in the electricity networks

Holiday Deals on Electrical Products: Leading chains offer promotions as they clear inventory before year-end sales, with discounts on mixers, irons, refrigerators, laptops, tablets and more.

  Some chains have chosen to start promotions already now, before the international promotions that will take place in November

Kuwait struggles with power cuts as temperatures soar

The outages were attributed to a technical malfunction in the fuel supply system combined with surging energy use as temperatures approached 50° Celsius (122° Fahrenheit).

 A young boy plays in a fountain to cool off during a heat wave, at the Mubarakiya Market in Kuwait City on August 5, 2023.