electricity
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The U.S. nuclear power industry is experiencing renewed interest amid rising electricity demand, climate concerns and tech-sector needs.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
"You do need to both expand electrification and squeeze fossil fuels out of the electricity system at the same time."
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
They cited a 1923 contract between Edison and Pacific Electric Railway Co. that said that “leakage of electricity or induction from or between” conductors was an inherent risk of operating multiple electrical circuits in proximity.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
Large swathes of the island still have no electricity or telephone connectivity.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
“Seems funny to see the paper mill closed,” the pilot said and then added, “With no electricity, the whole county is closed.”
From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret
Vocabulary lists containing electricity
Conservation of Energy and Energy Transfer - Introductory
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Engineering - Introductory
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Conservation of Energy and Energy Transfer - Middle School
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