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South Africa's Constitutional Court has ruled that Shell and its partner Impact Africa failed to consult affected communities and did not properly consider the environmental risks of offshore oil exploration.
Heatwaves are becoming more intense and frequent due to climate change, affecting various sources of power generation worldwide. While all types of electricity generation are impacted, some commentators downplay the effects on gas or nuclear power, focusing on 'intermittent' wind and solar. This article explores how key power sources cope with extreme heat, highlighting the challenges and adaptations of nuclear, gas, wind, and solar power during heatwaves.