electrification

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"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

In simple terms, electrification means replacing technologies that burn fossil fuels directly -- such as gas heating systems and diesel vehicles -- with electric alternatives.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

The Barclays analysts say that “generalist interest was notable, with enthusiasm for Rio’s positioning in Tier-1 assets exposed to capex waves for electrification, AI and defense.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Rail bosses hope the £23m electrification upgrade project can ultimately improve train reliability and reduce the number of power failures and maintenance closures inside the Severn Tunnel .

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Along with this notion Cavendish introduced the further conception of the amount of electricity required to raise a conductor to a given degree of electrification, that is, the capacity of the conductor.

From Heroes of Science: Physicists by Garnett, William