Electricity

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Sep 3, 2026
16:30N12
90-year-old woman left without electricity in her home for several days: "This is a life-threatening danger"
Local News

90-year-old woman left without electricity in her home for several days: "This is a life-threatening danger"

According to the family, moisture originating from the neighbor's apartment penetrated the infrastructure and led to the power cut. The elderly woman, who deals with diabetes and moves with a walker, was left without a refrigerator and air conditioning. Her son: "I just want my mother to live with dignity." The neighbor: "The issue is being handled and was never neglected."

Sep 2, 2026
"If there is no awakening, we will see a situation in Israel where a power plant will collapse"
Business

"If there is no awakening, we will see a situation in Israel where a power plant will collapse"

Energy sector experts warn of market stability risks following the Electricity Authority's decision to pause new data center connections due to overwhelming demand.

Aug 31, 2026
Enlight to purchase electricity from Rapac Energy for half a billion shekels
Business

Enlight to purchase electricity from Rapac Energy for half a billion shekels

Enlight has signed a 12-year agreement to purchase green electricity from Rapac Energy. The total consideration for the deal is estimated to reach approximately 495 million shekels.

Aug 29, 2026
23:57Now14
Scientists crumpled a material one atom thick — and discovered a new way to control electricity
Science

Scientists crumpled a material one atom thick — and discovered a new way to control electricity

Researchers from the USA and the UK discovered that an almost invisible change in the shape of graphene — an extremely thin material — can dramatically affect the way electricity passes through it. In a study published in the journal "Advanced Materials", it was found that wrinkles smaller than a billionth of a meter are capable of changing the electrical properties of the material.

Aug 18, 2026
12:41Now14
The city in the center that is breaking records – and not the kind you would want to be proud of
Consumer

The city in the center that is breaking records – and not the kind you would want to be proud of

New data from the Partner group, released on Tuesday, reveals the electricity consumption habits of households in Israel: how much we consume each month, when usage spikes, which cities lead the list, and how much it all costs us.

Aug 17, 2026
13:41Globes
The new method of the Electricity Authority, and the impact on your monthly bill
Consumer

The new method of the Electricity Authority, and the impact on your monthly bill

The Electricity Authority and the Noga company are publishing a hearing for a new pricing method for private electricity producers. The tariff will rise, alongside a reduction in compensation and payments they currently receive. The rationale: increasing certainty that will allow for an increase in production capacity in the medium and long term. The implications in the short term: a possible...

Aug 12, 2026
08:05ICE
Gold Bond and Doral Urban to Invest 40 Million NIS in Ashdod Energy Project
Markets

Gold Bond and Doral Urban to Invest 40 Million NIS in Ashdod Energy Project

Gold Bond and Doral Urban are forming a partnership to build an 80 MWh high-voltage electricity production and storage plant. The project involves a 40 million NIS investment and is expected to generate 12 million NIS in annual revenue.

Aug 5, 2026
15:39ICE
Ofer Yanai Celebrates Major Deal: 600 Million NIS Contract
Markets

Ofer Yanai Celebrates Major Deal: 600 Million NIS Contract

Nofar Israel, owned by Ofer Yanai, has signed a 15-year agreement with Super Power Electricity to supply electricity from energy storage facilities. The deal is valued at approximately 600 million NIS.

12:57Ynet
Tel Sheva residents left without power after armed men target electrical infrastructure
Crime

Tel Sheva residents left without power after armed men target electrical infrastructure

Residents of neighborhood 1 in Tel Sheva have been without electricity since Tuesday after masked gunmen shot at a transformer. Repair crews were forced to abandon work due to threats from armed individuals.

Aug 4, 2026
Authorities Warn of Consequences of Cutting Solar Roof Electricity Tariffs
Ecology

Authorities Warn of Consequences of Cutting Solar Roof Electricity Tariffs

The Public Utility Authority (PUA) is considering a significant tariff cut for solar roof owners, threatening the economic viability of thousands of projects. Local authorities and energy experts warn this could halt Israel's progress toward clean energy goals.

Aug 3, 2026
05:41Globes
Israel's Energy Market: PowerGen Deal Highlights Concentration Concerns
Markets

Israel's Energy Market: PowerGen Deal Highlights Concentration Concerns

The 4.45 billion shekel acquisition of Shikun & Binui Energy by PowerGen has triggered regulatory scrutiny over market concentration. As electricity demand surges, the industry faces pressure to restructure ownership.

Aug 2, 2026
15:32ICE
Summer is here: how to lower your electricity bill
Consumer

Summer is here: how to lower your electricity bill

Temperatures are rising, air conditioners are running constantly, and electricity bills are hitting record highs. Here is your guide to the energy revolution: how to save, which plan suits you, and how to switch suppliers without a technician visit.

06:47Walla
Seven hours without electricity at the peak of the heatwave: Anger in Yesod HaMa'ala
Local News

Seven hours without electricity at the peak of the heatwave: Anger in Yesod HaMa'ala

The Israel Electric Corporation notified residents of a planned outage between 09:00 and 16:00 for branch trimming near cables, precisely on a day of extreme heat. Following the protest, it was stated that "the work is essential due to a safety hazard, and an effort will be made to finish it within four hours."

Jul 30, 2026
11:30Now14
The heatwave is coming: Concerns over the load on the electricity system
Local News

The heatwave is coming: Concerns over the load on the electricity system

An extreme heatwave is expected to hit Israel over the weekend, and the electricity system is preparing for a sharp rise in demand following the increased use of air conditioners and household electrical appliances. The increase in consumption may strain the system and even lead to localized malfunctions or overloads in the grid.

05:31Globes
A blow to solar roof owners: The Electricity Authority initiates a tariff cut
Markets

A blow to solar roof owners: The Electricity Authority initiates a tariff cut

The solar production tariff will be cut by tens of percent and could reach up to 35 agorot per kWh for those installing systems from 2027 onwards. Additionally, the Ministry of Energy proposes a differential payment for large roofs.

Jul 28, 2026
15:12Now14
Did Your Electricity Bill Jump? Mistakes That Cost You Dearly
Consumer

Did Your Electricity Bill Jump? Mistakes That Cost You Dearly

We all know that moment: glancing at the electricity bill and feeling a knot in our stomach. Most of us overpay without even realizing it. The good news is that you don't need to sit in the dark or turn off the AC in the heat to save 10–30% on your monthly expenses.

09:29Walla
75 million NIS to be returned to consumers: Court rules in favor of Noga
Consumer

75 million NIS to be returned to consumers: Court rules in favor of Noga

The Haifa District Court has authorized Noga to offset 75 million NIS from PSP Investments due to the shutdown of a pumped-storage facility. These funds will be redirected to benefit electricity consumers.

Jul 26, 2026
16:10Globes
Electricity Authority to Discuss Reducing Payments to Solar Roof Owners
Markets

Electricity Authority to Discuss Reducing Payments to Solar Roof Owners

The tariff received by solar roof owners is expected to decrease starting in 2027, though the exact figures remain undetermined. The current rate, ranging from 48 to 54 agorot per kWh, is considered high and is passed directly to electricity consumers.

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