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Singapore power plan buoys Sarawak's green energy ambitions Singapore power plan buoys Sarawak's green energy ambitions

Swiss energy company chief casts doubt on nuclear renaissance Swiss energy company chief casts doubt on nuclear renaissance

Russian President Putin is planning a visit to China to strengthen bilateral ties, with discussions expected to focus on energy cooperation, trade expansion, and mutual geopolitical support as Russia navigates Western sanctions and diplomatic isolation.

Russian President Vladimir Putin is arriving in Beijing for a two-day state visit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, marking his 25th trip to China since taking office. The May 19-20 visit follows Xi's recent meeting with US President Donald Trump and coincides with the 25th anniversary of the 2001 Sino-Russian Treaty of Friendship, reflecting both nations' effort to strengthen ties amid Western tensions and global energy constraints.

India's tighter DSM rules aim to improve grid discipline amid rising renewable energy penetration, but industry experts say wider reforms are needed to balance stability and project viability

New Delhi seeks to deepen trade, investment, energy, and strategic ties with African nations as it hosts the fourth India Africa Forum Summit after an 11-year gap

IMFA is expanding ferro chrome capacity, scaling renewable energy use, and exploring critical minerals as it prepares for the next phase of growth

Japan and South Korea build on thaw through deeper energy ties

Türkiye has reduced the withholding tax rate on payments related to nuclear power plant construction and repair works to ease financing pressures and accelerate strategic energy in...

ROSEAU, Dominica (CMC) — Cuba’s Ambassador to Dominica, Miguel Manuel Fraga Gonzalez, has brushed aside a United States offer of a US$100 million humanitarian aid package, reiterating Havana’s decades-old call for Washington to lift the trade and economic embargo on the Caribbean island. Earlier this month, the Donald Trump administration offered an aid package to help the Cuban people amid an energy and fuel crisis, stipulating that the funds would be distributed through the Catholic Church and other independent humanitarian organisations. But Fraga, speaking on the state-owned DBS radio on Monday night, where he expressed Havana’s appreciation for the 30-year diplomatic relations with Dominica, said if Washington is serious about its aid package, it should end the trade embargo that has been in place since February 7, 1962.

NextEra Energy announced plans on Monday to acquire Dominion Energy in an all-stock deal valued at about $67 billion, creating a massive power company as electricity demand rises i...

Indonesia's Energy and Mineral Resources Minister has reiterated that subsidized fuel prices will remain unchanged, ruling out a price increase in the near term.

This weekend gave us a true appreciation for the reflexive property of baseball. The crowd reflected the energy of the youthful ballclub.

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis said nuclear energy was a crucial component of clean energy generation.

Indonesia's Minister of Finance, Minister of Investment, and Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources met for coordination at the energy ministry office.

The entire preparatory process and actual infrastructure development can take "well over 15 years" based on the experience of others, and the move does not mean that Singapore has decided to deploy nuclear energy, said PM Wong.

British International Investment and Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners have launched a $300 million renewable energy platform focused on India's clean energy transition

Türkiye carries the potential to play a unique role in the energy market thanks to its strategic location at the crossroads of Europe, the Middle East and Asia, an executive of a m...

The Hawaii Solar Energy Association, worried about impacts to its industry, is asking for lawmakers to reconvene in special session to reconsider changes to the state’s tax breaks for solar installations in Senate Bill 3125.

The South Korean and Japanese leaders, whose nations have not always had good relations, have vowed deeper ties at talks. They reaffirmed stronger security coordination and energy cooperation in challenging times.

The South Korean and Japanese leaders, whose nations have not always had good relations, have vowed deeper ties at talks. They reaffirmed stronger security coordination and energy cooperation in challenging times.

Consumers in Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, Dnipropetrovsk and Kharkiv oblasts are left without electricity as of the morning of 19 May as a result of Russian strikes on energy infrastructure in frontline regions.

The stock advanced after KPI Green's subsidiary Sun Drops Energia executed a Battery Energy Storage Purchase Agreement (BESPA) with Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited (GUVNL)

People in Blantyre and Thyolo districts have hailed the Transforming Agriculture through Diversification Entrepreneurship (Trade) programme for empowering them with knowledge on how to harness biogas as a source of energy and fertiliser production. Trade programme, in partnership with Ecogen, is implementing the initiative to address climate change shocks caused by deforestation. The intervention uses … The post Trade project promotes efficient fuel sources appeared first on Nation Online .

Xi and Putin to reaffirm ties and talk energy in Beijing after Trump visit

Japan’s nuclear fusion startups innovate beyond energy

Thailand’s government is pushing ahead with a controversial 400 billion baht ($12 billion) emergency borrowing plan despite a court challenge that threatens to complicate its response to surging energy costs and slowing economic growth.

Small and midcap stocks rose sharply on Tuesday, lifting broader markets and outperforming benchmarks. Coforge led midcap gains, while Ola Electric topped the smallcap chart. IT stocks rebounded on attractive valuations, and several names across consumer, energy and financial sectors posted strong advances amid improving sentiment despite lingering macro worries.

SEOUL, May 19 (Yonhap) -- South Korean battery maker LG Energy Solutions Ltd. sa...

Vedanta has completed its demerger, with investors awaiting the listing of four new companies. The company has shared the cost of acquisition ratios for these entities. Shareholders will receive individual cost allocations for Vedanta, Malco Energy, Talwandi Sabo Power, Vedanta Aluminium Metal, and Vedanta Iron and Steel.

The report pointed to a direct connection between global commodity shifts and domestic macroeconomic indicators, noting that higher energy costs will inevitably test the country's external balance sheet

Adani Green Energy shares climbed 3.5 per cent to ₹1,407, while Adani Total Gas advanced 2.65 per cent.

After weeks of suspense, including a calendar shift from its original April dates to May amid regional tensions, Art Dubai opened with a quieter energy

Vladimir Putin is travelling to Beijing for talks with Xi Jinping, where he is expected to promote the Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline project and broader energy cooperation.

Japan's economy showed strong growth in the first quarter, driven by exports and domestic demand. However, rising energy costs due to the Iran conflict pose a significant threat. This situation complicates the Bank of Japan's policy decisions.

Kementerian ESDM memastikan Zarubezhneft tetap berinvestasi di Blok Tuna, meski Harbour Energy mundur akibat sanksi AS.

The punitive action is part of the president and Secretary of State Marco Rubio's push to squeeze the island's economy, most notably through a de facto energy blockade

High energy prices, inflation and the resulting instability will persist "at least until the end of the year," UNDP Administrator Alexander De Croo also said in an interview in Tokyo.

Judge Manoel Pedro Martins de Castro Filho, of the 6th Federal Court of the Federal District, was upset with the presence of a superintendent of Aneel (National Energy Agency) in a hearing held last Friday (15). The hearing was convened to discuss the request for relief made by Abraenergias (Brazilian Association of Trade Unions and Associations of Energy Industries) to suspend LRCAP 2026 (Capacity Reserve Auction). Read more (05/18/2026 - 23h00)

Fernando de Noronha began last Friday (15) the tests of the first stage of the Noronha Verde project, an initiative by Neoenergia that plans to gradually replace diesel-based energy generation in the archipelago with renewable sources by 2027. Read more (05/18/2026 - 23h00)

Anand James, chief market strategist at Geojit Investments, is bullish on the shares of BEL, ELGI Equipments, and JSW Energy today

The 2026 Sustainable Initiative will select 50 industrial companies to install energy storage systems and reduce electricity costs during peak hours.

The world’s largest two economies, the United States and China, are both majorly cooling off on investments in clean energy manufacturing, but for very different reasons. In China, the decline in investing from peak levels in 2023 reflects a market correction after years of oversupply and a slowdown in economic growth. In the United States, the trend comes as a reflection of shifting policy priorities and the private sector’s reaction to political uncertainty in the Trump era.

"Global energy security is impossible without Russian energy resources," the head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund said

This will ensure the most vulnerable countries have access to energy, Scott Bessent said

Leading clean energy utility, NextEra Energy (NYSE:NEE), has agreed to buy Dominion Energy (NYSE:D) in an all-stock transaction valued at $66.8 billion, marking the largest power utility acquisition on record. The merger unites Florida-based NextEra Energy and Virginia-based Dominion Energy to create the world’s largest regulated electric utility, a power sector titan with an enterprise value exceeding $400 billion including debt. The historic consolidation is directly driven by the artificial intelligence infrastructure boom, with high-performance…

Dominion Energy and Florida-based NextEra Energy are proposing a merger to create the largest regulated electric utility in the country, hosting about 110 gigawatts of power combined. If approvals from the slate of regulatory agencies are secured, it will mean the two companies would provide power to roughly 10 million customers across Florida, Virginia, North […]

Japan and South Korea are seeking to further institutionalize their security, energy, and strategic cooperation – especially after Trump’s trip to Beijing.

NextEra Energy is seeking to acquire Dominion Energy, which could bring customers in the Carolinas under the umbrella of one of the largest power companies in the United States. The combined company would become the world’s largest regulated electric utility with about 10 million customers and 110 gigawatts worth of power on its system, executives […]

More than 100 CEOs and executives from some of Romania’s leading companies in retail, energy, banking, technology, transport, and numerous other sectors gathered in Berceni, Prahova County, on Friday, May 15, as part of Habitat for Humanity’s CEO Build 2026 event to construct homes for vulnerable families. Following the CEO Build rules, top executives of ENGIE, Penny, Coca Cola, Mobexpert, and many others, but also partners in UNHCR and EBRD, traded tablets and flipcharts for hammers, nails, wheelbarrows of concrete, and wood frames to work on homes for four local families. The beneficiaries of the program, selected by Habitat for Humanity based on several criteria, including the urgency of need and levels of income, also worked on the construction site.

Slovenian households with rooftop solar systems will be able to share surplus electricity with family members, friends or other consumers across the country under a new electricity-sharing scheme taking effect in July. The move is designed to help consumers lower energy bills while making better ...

Alexey Likhachev also noted that the International Atomic Energy Agency must pay "the closest attention" to the escalated situation around the plant

Hit by high energy costs and regulation, Germany's chemical companies are scaling back production at home while expanding abroad. Can the trend be reversed?

If you think the Washington Bridge fiasco was a bummer, wait until you see the sequel. That horror movie is in production right now and will be coming to a theater near you if the governor’s cuts to clean energy programs are approved by the legislature. It will be another example of kicking the can […]

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For income-focused investors, energy shocks, rate uncertainty and shifting credit conditions have made one thing clear: quality and selectivity are no longer optional.

Tensions have risen over the Strait of Hormuz, a vital energy waterway gripped by Iran, which is under a U.S. naval blockade.

ISLAMABAD: As energy disruptions caused by the Strait of Hormuz’s closure create a worldwide crisis, a new study by the Energy Transitions Commission (ETC) warned against expanding fossil fuel infrastructure and called for accelerating renewable energy to build resilience against future shocks. The study by the ETC, a coalition of energy leaders aiming to achieve net-zero by 2050, said fossil fuel systems transmit shocks while clean energy systems, which have an upfront capital cost, absorb them. “Fossil systems rely on continuous commodity flows through concentrated chokepoints, meaning disruptions are rapidly transmitted through global prices.

Modi tours UAE, 4 European nations, with energy security in mind

Energy companies, like any other companies, need predictability, especially in a heavily capital-intensive sector.

KUALA LUMPUR: Sebuah kapal sokongan milik syarikat Malaysia, Vantris Energy, yang sebelum ini dikenali sebagai Sapura Energy, berjaya melalui Selat Hormuz, menurut data perkapalan LSEG hari ini, sekali gus menjadi kapal keempat yang mempunyai kaitan dengan Malaysia melintasi laluan perairan itu sejak tercetusnya perang antara Amerika Syarikat (AS) dan Iran.

The headline inflation rose marginally from 15.38 per cent in March to 15.69 per cent in April. The post CPPE urges government to cut energy, transport costs amid inflation appeared first on Peoples Gazette Nigeria .

Tunica County is now the site of new tall turbine technology that is bringing wind energy to Mississippi.

Interim Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan highlighted fiscal mismanagement in Romania's energy sector, revealing that the failed Small Modular Reactor project at Doiceşti consumed over $240 million with minimal tangible results—leaving only land and documentation behind.

A defamation lawsuit filed by Kosovar businessman Blerim Devolli against BIRN Kosovo has been dismissed after he failed to appear in court. The suit challenged a 2020 investigation by the news organization that exposed shell companies allegedly used to profit from solar energy projects.

A defamation lawsuit filed by Kosovar businessman Blerim Devolli against BIRN Kosovo has been dismissed after he failed to appear in court. The lawsuit targeted a 2020 investigative report that alleged Devolli had set up shell companies to profit from solar energy schemes.

Barrie Cassidy and Tony Barry deliver their verdict on the federal budget – including opposition leader Angus Taylor’s targeting of migrants in an effort to solve the housing crisis. They also discuss Pauline Hanson’s soon-to-be released energy policy and why dissatisfaction with Labor isn’t translating into more votes for the Greens Email the show: backtobackbarries@theguardian.com Continue reading...

Hydro-Quebec fought to hide decades-old correspondence about a proposed aluminum smelter, saying its details could derail ongoing energy negotiations with Newfoundland and Labrador.

Disruptions to global energy supplies and trade corridors are driving up the cost of food, transport and essential goods worldwide, slowing economic growth and increasing pressure on vulnerable households and debt-strapped developing countries.

New Delhi, May 15: India and Iran on Wednesday agreed to expand cooperation in the economic, political and energy sectors, saying continued dialogue is important for securing common interests and strengthening regional stability and security. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, who was in New Delhi in connection with the BRICS foreign ministers’ meeting, held wide-ranging discussions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and National Security Adviser Ajit Doval on the current security scenario in the Gulf and matters of mutual interest.

Brent crude prices rose almost 3% to $109 a barrel as ​the Strait of Hormuz remained closed, heightening concerns over global energy ⁠supplies

New Delhi, May 15: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today  arrived in Abu Dhabi on the first leg of his five-nation visit to bolster India's economic and strategic ties with these nations.He was  accorded a guard of honour at the airport. F -16  Jets escorted  PM Modi's aircraft upon entry into UAE airspace. He is set to hold high-level strategic talks with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, focusing on energy cooperation, digital infrastructure, and bilateral trade.

Indian markets face rising macro risks from global shocks, currency pressure, and energy prices, impacting domestic consumption and corporate earnings. Ajay Srivastava advises aggressive diversification, favoring legacy and promoter-driven companies, while suggesting caution on Indian IT and highlighting selective opportunities in the export-oriented pharma sector.

“The energy transition – like the digital one – is a global megatrend that cannot be stopped. Politicians may stomp and get offended, but they will not change anything" – believes Prof. Bożena Ryszawska, an economist.

New York, May 15: The US government has agreed to settle a lawsuit filed against one of the world's richest people who is accused of duping investors by concealing that his company's huge solar energy project in India was being facilitated by an alleged bribery scheme, according to court filings published Thursday. In the lawsuit filed in late 2024, the Securities and Exchange Commission accused Indian billionaire Gautam Adani and his nephew Sagar Adani — both leaders of the energy company Adani Green Energy Limited — of promising to pay Indian government officials the equivalent of hundreds of millions of dollars in exchange for government contracts to purchase energy at inflated rates. At the same time, the company secured several billions of dollars from Wall Street investors who were allegedly assured that the company had a robust anti-bribery compliance programme and were given promises from senior management that no bribery would take place.

Capuano has held several positions related to sustainable development, energy and electromobility. He is currently leading the project for Olinia, the Mexican electric vehicle manufacturer.

Kentucky State Sen. Danny Carroll asked questions of nuclear energy experts during a panel discussion at the Kentucky Historical Society, expressing ongoing interest in energy policy developments.

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan participated via videoconference in the opening ceremony of the Khoja Ahmed Yasawi School in Türkiye and reviewed a new package of bilateral investment initiatives aimed at strengthening economic cooperation on May 14. The school, located in Nurdağı in Gaziantep Province, was built on the initiative… The post From Education to Energy: Kazakhstan and Türkiye Expand Strategic Partnership Through New Agreements appeared first on The Astana Times .

US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping agreed during talks in Beijing that the Strait of Hormuz must remain open to ensure unimpeded energy supplies, according to a White House statement.

In its latest filing updating state regulators on how much the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) project will cost customers, Dominion Energy asked to change how they calculate which customers have to pay more to cover the tab, which they said would save residential ratepayers nearly $1 each month. The utility’s calculations, however, don’t match […]

The world's clean energy superpower also emits the most CO2. But coal-fired power may have peaked as China electrifies its economy with ever more renewables.

Alaska’s challenges are too big for Lower 48 politics, especially when it comes to wages, energy, freight and housing.

Minister of Energy and the Environment Andres Sutt (Reform) has completed a new version of the Climate Resilient Economy Act and plans to seek principled approval for it at the government's cabinet meeting on Thursday. The coalition plans to pass the law before next year's elections.

On May 12, Chairman of the Khalk Maslakhaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov met with Chairman of the Advisory Committee on Political Affairs under the Prime Minister of Malaysia Tan Sri Mohd Hassan Marikan. The Tdh state news agency reports that the ex-president "stressed the importance of the current visit in the context of taking bilateral cooperation to a new level." The fuel and energy sector is a promising area of cooperation between Turkmenistan and Malaysia. So, Petronas is already 30 years working […]

Gov. Wes Moore (D) signed the Utility RELIEF Act into law Tuesday, ushering in a series of changes to the state’s energy markets that officials hope will lower customers’ electric bills in the months and years to come.

Dr. Anil Kakodkar, former chair of India's Atomic Energy Commission, joins the podcast to discuss the history and future of India’s three-stage nuclear program.

The Duke Energy Carolinas/Duke Energy Progress merger, approved by North and South Carolina regulators on May 1, may appear to be routine corporate restructuring. In practice, it could shape the future of electricity in the region. The merger raises concerns about market power, consumer price impacts, and regulatory flexibility across diverse territories.

This story was originally published by Canary Media. Confusing ballot language could be the reason an Ohio county upheld a ban on renewable energy last week. An early analysis of exit poll responses suggests a majority of voters likely meant to vote against Richland County’s ban on most large solar and wind projects for 11 of its 18 townships.

Le Groupe de la Banque mondiale a approuvé un programme de 250 millions de dollars destiné à aider Madagascar à accélérer et à élargir l'accès à une énergie fiable et abordable, tout en renforçant les performances financières et opérationnelles de la JIRAMA. À travers le programme Accelerating Sustainable and Clean Energy Access Transformation in Madagascar (ASCENT Madagascar), ce financement ambitionne de permettre à plus de 2,5 millions de personnes d'accéder à l'électricité et à des (…) - Energie

In exchange for weapons and manpower, Pyongyang is believed to have received hard currency, energy supplies and critical military technologies, helping the regime bypass international sanctions.

U.S. President Donald Trump intends to make the economic and energy ties between Beijing and the Islamic Republic a primary focus of his ...

Romania’s Ministry of Energy will request the suspension of Silviu Răzvan Avram, president of the Supervisory Board of state-controlled energy producer Hidroelectrica (BVB: H2O), while criminal proceedings against him are ongoing, according to a ministry statement cited by Economica.net . The proposal will be submitted to the company’s general shareholders meeting scheduled for May 29 through an addendum to Avram’s mandate contract. Under the proposal, Avram would be suspended until the conclusion of the court cases in which he is a defendant.

Data shows how China’s infrastructure drive is beginning to include new scientific instruments built to explore the frontiers of physics, astronomy, and energy.

A small business owner had a lump sum of $7650 taken from his bank account by Z Energy despite not being a customer.

India is set to unveil an ambitious roadmap to further solidify its ties with the African continent at a crucial summit on May 31 that will primarily focus on ramping up cooperation in an array of sectors in the face of increasing geopolitical upheavals. Top leaders of a sizeable number of African nations are expected to attend the fourth India Africa Forum Summit to be held in New Delhi, officials said on Saturday. The summit will primarily focus on boosting cooperation in areas of economy and trade, agriculture, health, education, climate action, defence, space technology, energy, critical minerals and high-technologies among others, they said.

The president of PDVSA, Héctor Obregón, affirms that the state energy company has the technical and operational capacity to stabilize global supply. The post PDVSA seeks to attract international investments through the cessation of sanctions appeared first on EL NACIONAL .

Egypt’s Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy, Mahmoud Esmat, held talks with a delegation from UAE-based AMEA Power, a subsidiary of the Al Nowais Group headed by Sheikh Hussein Al Nowais, to review progress on renewable energy and standalone battery energy storage system (BESS) projects with a combined generation capacity of 1,500 MW. The meeting […] The post Egypt reviews progress on 1,500 MW renewable energy projects with UAE’s AMEA Power first appeared on Dailynewsegypt .

There was noticeable energy and explosiveness throughout practice, and the tempo reflected a coaching staff that wants players moving fast and playing fast. It looks like this draft class won't be short on athleticism.

The U.S. Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) has completed the removal of 13.5 kilograms of highly enriched uranium from the former RV-1 research reactor at the Venezuelan Institute for Scientific Research (IVIC), in Miranda state, in an operation coordinated with the United Kingdom, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), and Venezuela's transitional government.

US President Donald Trump’s landmark visit to China comes as the Iran war disrupts global energy supplies, fuels economic uncertainty and adds fresh strain to Washington-Beijing ties. In the latest part of a series examining how rivalry, interdependence and geopolitical crises are reshaping the relationship between the two powers, we look at how Trump’s weakened hand could tilt summit talks. When next week’s summit between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping was first...

Gujarat has initiated battery storage systems at five locations in the state, with a total capacity of 870 MW, to maintain the stability of the renewable power grid, officials said on Saturday. Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are essential for storing electricity generated from solar and other renewable sources. They help manage additional load and maintain grid stability.

Chief Patrick Ojechema Idoko, endorsed by Idoma youths, discusses renewable energy initiatives with Ben Murray-Bruce for the 2027 Benue South Senate race.

As global electricity demand grows, so does the popularity of nuclear energy. In the Middle East, several countries are evaluating or advancing nuclear power projects, balancing weighty issues such as regional security, climatic conditions and international cooperation.

A group of landowners opposed to the creation of a 200-megawatt wind farm in their area say they're ready to fight the multimillion-dollar project, which the Manitoba Métis Federation says will help meet the province's energy needs.

Why India curtailed solar energy during peak summer power demand

Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, former Energy Minister and NPP running mate, has dismissed social media allegations claiming he and some NPP Members of Parliament in the Ashanti Region conspired with Electricity Company of Ghana district directors to deliberately disrupt power supply.

Beijing is moving to make green electricity usage a key metric in the operation of new data centre projects, as part of a major push to align the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence with national carbon goals, according to an action plan released Friday. The policy document, jointly released by four bodies – the National Energy Administration, National Development and Reform Commission, Ministry of Industry and Information Technology and National Data Administration – encouraged operators...

A government has rolled out partial energy crisis subsidies this year, but analysis indicates gaps in emergency preparedness frameworks. Analysts warn of a political risk: as the 2027 election campaign approaches, subsidies may expand for partisan purposes rather than genuine need.

Tehran’s hundreds of small, fast boats are vital in maintaining its stranglehold on global energy markets

Turkey is preparing parliamentary legislation to formally enshrine its maritime claims in disputed waters of the Aegean Sea and eastern Mediterranean, according to Bloomberg reporting. The move risks renewing regional tensions with Greece and Cyprus over control of offshore energy resources and contested sea borders.

The federal government is proposing legislative changes to streamline the review process for major projects, including energy projects such as pipelines, with the goal of completing these reviews within one year.

“A stable and transparent regulatory framework is critical for strong growth,” says Chargé d 'Affaires John Barrett. The post US Embassy announces talks to attract investors in the energy sector appeared first on EL NACIONAL .

THE era of endless planning is over. The post Manubada call – Pacific leaders shift from promises to pressure as region eyes energy independence appeared first on Islands Business .

Idemitsu Kosan told TASS that the purchase was made at the request of Japan’s Agency for Natural Resources and Energy to “ensure a stable supply of petroleum products.”

MONROVIA – As Liberia gears up for its first-ever National Mining and Energy Conference and Exhibition, the Ministry of Mines and Energy has signed a major service agreement with international events firm AME Trade Ltd. to organize and execute the high-profile gathering aimed at attracting investment and showcasing the country’s natural resource potential. The agreement, [...] The post Liberia: Ahead of Landmark Sector Summit, Mines Ministry Signs Deal with AME Trade to Host Liberia’s First Mining, Energy Conference appeared first on FrontPageAfrica .

Minister of Energy and the Environment Andres Sutt (Reform Party) recently paused work on Estonia's long-prepared Forest Act due to unresolved conflicts between industry and conservationists over forest use.

The province's Independent Electricity System Operator projects as much as 92 per cent more electricity will be needed by 2050 to feed Ontario’s energy-hungry economy. The province could — and should — direct the IESO to hold more competitive procurements and add more wind and solar to the grid.

Norwegian‑backed companies Northern Europe Energy Group and Vindr Baltics are planning to build a billion‑euro green hydrogen plant and a data center in Häädemeeste municipality in Pärnu County, both of which would use wind power.

On May 7, the fifth meeting of the Intergovernmental Turkmen-Georgian Commission on Economic Cooperation was held in Ashgabat, the Foreign Ministry reports. The Turkmen side was headed by the Minister of Trade and Foreign Economic Relations of Turkmenistan Nazar Aghakhanov, and the Georgian side was headed by the Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development of Georgia Mariam Kvrivishvili. Particular attention was paid to the intensification of trade and economic relations, where transport, energy, and the oil and gas sector.

The country’s power infrastructure could come under severe strain due to soaring demand for energy.

Already reeling from the effects of conflict in the Middle East, Asia is now facing the prospect of strong El Nino conditions that could spike energy demand, sap hydropower, and damage crops.

Local governments had sued the state over rules that limit their control over renewable energy permitting. A three-judge panel largely upheld the rules, with some changes.

Victorian Coalition vows to pause transmission projects if it wins state election The Victorian opposition has revealed its renewable energy plan ahead of the state election, vowing to pause major transmission projects and establish urban solar parks.

New gas field in waters near Twelve Apostles given green light The gas field off the south-west coast of Victoria could provide up to 4 per cent of the east coast's energy supplies.

Saint Lucia Is Getting a New Resort With a Rum Shack, an Umami Burger, and a Katsuya Beach Club The beach at Cas en Bas Bay feels different from most of Saint Lucia’s resort coastline. The sand runs long along the island’s northern edge, with kite surfers crossing the water and low-rise villas spread between beach bars and golf communities. The energy Rodney Bay is only minutes away, but this part of Cap Estate stays quieter, with wide stretches of […] The post Saint Lucia Is Getting a New Resort With a Rum Shack, an Umami Burger, and a Katsuya Beach Club appeared first on Caribbean Journal .

Meridian innovation supplies more energy than capacity of two wind farms combined It said it was more energy than the combined capacity of the company's Te Uku and White Hill wind farms.

Battery scientist Shirley Meng will leave the University of Chicago on July 1 for a senior post at Singapore's Nanyang Technological University, citing the Trump administration's clean energy retreat and immigration curbs.

Varcoe: Producers ramp up output as oil prices surge — Canada 'should be an energy superpower,' says Cenovus CEO “This is our time. We should be an energy superpower,” Cenovus Energy CEO Jon McKenzie said in an earnings call

Croatia Seeks a Stronger Position on the Global Energy Map May the 7th, 2026 – Croatia is now seeking to strengthen its position on the global energy map, having already come on leaps and bounds in the European sense. As Katarina Kusec/Poslovni Dnevnik writes, Zagreb’s Jankomir will be the future site of the expanded Končar – Power Transformers (KPT) factory. This is a strategic project ...

Will warming Arctic trigger further chill in US-China relations or bring them closer? US President Donald Trump’s landmark visit to China comes as the Iran war disrupts global energy supplies, fuels economic uncertainty and adds fresh strain to Washington-Beijing ties. In the first part of a series examining how rivalry, interdependence and geopolitical crises are reshaping the relationship between the two powers, we look at the Arctic as an arena for competition.

Ghana, UAE agree to deepen energy and investment cooperation President John Mahama and United Arab Emirates (UAE) counterpart, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, have agreed to strengthen strategic energy cooperation between Ghana and the UAE.

During the 59th annual meeting held in Samarkand, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) announced plans to invest almost 65 billion euros in energy systems, digital infrastructure and the development of cross-border transport links in the Asia-Pacific region, Euro News reports. The meeting was attended by more than 4,000 delegates from more than 100 countries, including finance ministers, […]

KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) staged a sharp recovery on Wednesday as easing geopolitical tensions and a steep fall in global oil prices rekindled investor confidence. The benchmark KSE-100 index surged to an intraday high of 171,746 points before closing at 171,704.75, up 6,962.28 points or 4.23 per cent, with broad-based buying seen across key sectors. Topline Securities Ltd said sentiment turned decisively positive after indications of progress in potential US-Iran negotiations, easing concerns over tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy route.

ADB Says Central Asia Can Become Regional Energy Hub The Asian Development Bank says Central Asia could become a key regional energy corridor through integrated power grids, cross-border trade, and large-scale infrastructure investment.

Aid to renovate homes is once again among the most consulted in 2026. The Government of Spain , together with the European funds NextGenerationEU, maintains open grants that can reach 21,400 euros for those who carry out certain actions in their habitual residence. All official information can be consulted through the platform of the Generalitat Valenciana on European funds and energy rehabilitation. However, accessing these amounts doesn't just depend on changing the kitchen or refurbishing the bathroom. The key to this aid is in a technical condition that many owners discover too late and that completely conditions the type of work that must be executed to receive the grant.

France moves aircraft carrier to Red Sea with eye on Hormuz mission By John Irish and Elizabeth Pineau PARIS, May 6 (Reuters) - France on Wednesday deployed its carrier strike group to the Red Sea as part of planning for a potential mission to secure the Strait of Hormuz, urging Washington and Tehran to consider the proposal given the global economic impact of their competing blockades. Fresh exchanges of fire on Monday underscored the stakes as the U.S. and Iran struggle for control of the narrow waterway, a vital artery for global energy and trade, shaking a fragile four-week-old truce and reinforcing rival maritime blockades.

Canadian rebound: Why the EU cares about Mark Carney Canada brings minerals, energy and rhetoric as Brussels chases post-American relevance without a clear strategy of its own Read Full Article at RT.com

Biogas company in DRC aims to cut bills, deforestation and pollution In DRC, local initiatives are turning to biogas to address the challenges of access to household energy. According to its promoters, this alternative helps reduce expenses related to charcoal, cope with power outages, and limit the effects of household pollution.

Mozambique: Chapo concerned about imminent gas depletion in Pande and Temane wells The President of the Republic, Daniel Chapo, expressed strong concern regarding the progressive depletion of natural gas reserves in the Pande and Temane fields in Inhambane province, operated by the South African petrochemical company Sasol. The concern was voiced today in Maputo during the opening of the 12th Mozambique Mining and Energy Conference and Exhibition,… Source

Jack Golden brings circus energy to environmental education at CCAC | Column EnviroGanza held the attention of 300 students while educating at the same time.

Gold, silver soar as US-Iran deal hopes lift bullion demand New Delhi, May 06: Gold prices rebounded by Rs 2,900 to Rs 1.55 lakh per 10 grams in the national capital on Wednesday, while silver climbed to Rs 2.54 lakh per kilogram as easing geopolitical tensions triggered a pullback in oil rates, boosting demand for precious metals. According to the All India Sarafa Association, the yellow metal of 99.9 per cent purity jumped by Rs 2,900, or nearly 2 per cent, to Rs 1,55,400 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes) from Tuesday's closing level of Rs 1,52,500 per 10 grams. Traders attributed the surge in bullion prices to reports that Washington and Tehran are close to finalising a framework agreement to end months of conflict, raising the prospects of smoother flows through the Strait of Hormuz and easing inflation concerns tied to energy markets.

MOL-NIS Agreement Expected within Days as U.S. Sanctions Clock Ticks Negotiations between the Russian majority owner of the Serbian Oil Company (NIS) and the Hungarian oil company MOL are progressing well, and the talks could be concluded around May 16, Serbian Energy Minister Dubravka Đedović Handanović said Tuesday. Speaking at an economic forum in Belgrade, the minister said that negotiations are intense not only between […] The post MOL-NIS Agreement Expected within Days as U.S.

India’s energy risk surges as sea routes turn strategic When Indonesia recently signaled that it may monetize transit through the Strait of Malacca, it heralded a fundamental shift in how maritime geography is being used or misused. What Indonesia is deliberating in Malacca, Iran has already demonstrated in Hormuz, though it has not yet succeeded in formalizing the arrangement. This may well push other […] The post India’s energy risk surges as sea routes turn strategic appeared first on Asia Times .

Cameroon approves renationalisation of main electricity provider The announcement comes as the country's energy sector faces serious challenges, including frequent power outages.

Borrowing decree may face court challenge The government has played down the Democrat Party’s plan to ask the Constitutional Court to rule on the legality of its 400-billion-baht emergency borrowing decree, insisting the measure is both urgent and necessary to cushion households and businesses from the global energy shock.

Tashkent, ACWA Power discuss energy efficiency projects Tashkent officials met ACWA Power leadership to explore renewable energy, infrastructure modernization, and energy efficiency initiatives in the capital city.

President Prabowo will attend the ASEAN High-Level Conference in the Philippines to discuss food and energy issues with other regional leaders.

Magyar government to abolish fuel price cap, MOL may not buy Serbian NIS after Orbán’s defeat Will Orbán's election defeat halt MOL's NIS-acquisition? #mol #energy #nis #serbia #russia #fuelprice Continue reading: https://dailynewshungary.com/magyar-government-fuel-price-mol-nis/

Al Gore talks renewable energy, data centers and climate crisis at Tennessee conference Former Vice President Al Gore said he is encouraged by the growing international adoption of renewable energy sources, even as the effects of a changing climate are hitting closer to home. Gore delivered an updated version of his Climate Crisis presentation — popularized 20 years ago in the documentary, “An Inconvenient Truth” — during a […]

Indian firms commit record 20.5 billion dollars investments in US at SelectUSA Summit New Delhi, May 06:  Indian companies have announced a record $20.5 billion in investments in the United States at the 2026 SelectUSA Investment Summit in Maryland, underscoring deepening economic ties between the two countries. According to the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi, the investments span key sectors such as pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, energy infrastructure and emerging technologies, and are expected to create thousands of jobs while strengthening supply chains.

Thailand Approves $29 Billion Investment Wave as Data Center Demand Surges TikTok leads new BOI approvals as Thailand moves to strengthen power readiness, clean energy access and fast-track strategic investment BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 6 May 2026 - Thailand's Board of Investment (BOI) has approved six major projects worth a combined 958 billion ...

New biomethane infrastructure to be built in Latvia In order to promote Latvia's energy self-sufficiency and the development of the biomethane market, on Tuesday, May 5th, the Cabinet of Ministers approved proposals by the Ministry of Climate and Energy (KEM) for the construction of two new biomethane entry points at Ragana and Rēzekne at a cost of nearly 5 million euros. 

China hosted Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Beijing on Wednesday, just days before U.S. President Donald Trump is scheduled to visit China, in a meeting that comes amid heightened tensions in the Persian Gulf and concerns over global energy flows. Araghchi met China’s top diplomat Wang Yi on Wednesday morning, according to state news […] The post China’s Wang Yi meets Iran’s Araghchi before Trump trip amid Gulf shipping concerns appeared first on Khaama Press .

Opinion | If Michigan wants a government that works, it must get money out of politics Whether you’re focused on clean water, affordable energy or economic security, the same pattern keeps showing up: Too often, the biggest checks carry the most weight.

Italy’s Meloni visits Baku, talks energy cooperation with Aliyev Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and the EU’s top diplomat Kaja Kallas had just attended the EPC summit in Yerevan.

Por qué un centro de datos de Nevada quiere construir su propia central temporal de gas natural Como NV Energy no puede dar servicio al centro por al menos dos años, la constructora quiere operar sin recurrir a la red de NV Energy.

Two massive data centers, each with a capacity of 500 megawatts, are planned for Nouaceur and Dakhla at a cost of several billion dirhams. It seems Morocco is betting big on artificial intelligence. But between energy challenges, water scarcity, and profitability concerns, this ambition faces an unpredictable future. In recent years, Morocco has been shifting...

By CHATULA KANGALI – THE ZCCM-Investments Holdings (ZCCM-IH) has commended President Hakainde Hichilema for implementing successful reforms in the energy sector, describing the commissioning of 136 MegaWatts(MW) Itimpi Solar Plant as “Strategic Shift” in Energy Investment. ZCCM-IH Board Chairperson Phesto Musonda said in an interview that this had created an enabling environment that had restored [...]

After a celebrated debut album and a discontinued prosecution of terrorist crimes, the Irish hip-hop trio Kneecap is back with the sequel "Fenian". Their captivating raver rap and burning energy brings to mind a modern Rage Against the Machine, says Tali da Silva, music critic of the Culture News.

ADB launches $70 billion push to connect Asia’s power grids, digital networks SAMARKAND, 04 MAY 2026 (ADB)—The Asian Development Bank (ADB) will back US$70 billion in new energy and digital infrastructure initiatives by 2035, aiming to connect power grids, expand cross-border electricity trade, and improve broadband access across Asia and the Pacific. “Energy and digital access will define the region’s future,” said ADB President Masato Kanda.   “These […] The post ADB launches $70 billion push to connect Asia’s power grids, digital networks appeared first on Island Times News .

Pictou County cozy: PC political connections and the proposed fossil gas power plants David MacGregor is both the Associate Deputy Minister of Energy and on the board of the Independent Energy System Operator that is proposing two fossil gas plants in Pictou County. The post Pictou County cozy: PC political connections and the proposed fossil gas power plants appeared first on Halifax Examiner .

Opinion: SPEED Act Would be a Left/Right Win By Paul J. Gessing — Federal legislation known as the Standardizing Permitting and Expediting Economic Development (SPEED Act) would make needed improvements to America’s antiquated federal permitting system for energy projects. While Sen.

Sri Lanka raised fuel prices by nearly 4%, pushing inflation higher. Learn how rising energy costs are affecting the nation’s economic recovery. Read More: https://punchng.com/sri-lanka-hikes-fuel-prices-as-inflation-spikes/

Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament’s Energy Committee, Collins Adomako-Mensah, has criticised the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) for failing to publicly address the recent power disruptions affecting several parts of the country.

The country must stop treating agriculture, industry, energy and IT as competing silos.

Energy companies, together with law enforcement agencies and mobile operators, identify points based on the load profile and frequency of requests to the Internet

Morning is the time when the body resumes its physiological processes after the rest period, and the first meal of the day plays an essential role in regulating energy levels, metabolism, and concentration ability.

Octopus Energy boss: some people would accept blackouts if bills cut

Americans’ air conditioning costs expected to rise again this summer After facing costly heating bills this winter, consumers shouldn’t expect relief for the summer months, according to new projections for household utility costs. The National Energy Assistance Directors Association projects the average electricity cost to cool homes between June and September will reach $778 this summer. That’s a $61 — or 8.5% — increase from […]

Kentucky’s largest utility to ‘explore’ bringing small nuclear reactors to the state Kentucky’s largest utility says it’s partnering with a Maryland-based company building a new generation of small nuclear reactors to “explore” bringing the modular power plants to the state. A release Thursday from Louisville Gas and Electric and Kentucky Utilities (LG&E and KU) states its collaborating with X-energy to bring the publicly-traded company’s Xe-100 small, modular […]

[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- The Government of Liberia has granted its explicit consent for the Change of Control of the long-delayed Putu Iron Ore Project, clearing the way for Planet One Natural Resources Holdings PTE. Ltd. to assume ownership of one of the country's most significant untapped mineral assets, according to official correspondence from the Ministry of Mines and Energy.

[Daily News] Mbeya -- THE project to connect 105 hamlets to electricity in Mbeya Region has reached 93 per cent completion, raising fresh hope for more than 3,400 residents set to benefit from the vital energy service.

Americans’ air conditioning costs expected to rise again this summer After facing costly heating bills this winter, consumers shouldn’t expect relief for the summer months, according to new projections for household utility costs. The National Energy Assistance Directors Association projects the average electricity cost to cool homes between June and September will reach $778 this summer. That’s a $61 — or 8.5% — increase from […]

Americans’ air conditioning costs expected to rise again this summer After facing costly heating bills this winter, consumers shouldn’t expect relief for the summer months, according to new projections for household utility costs. The National Energy Assistance Directors Association projects the average electricity cost to cool homes between June and September will reach $778 this summer. That’s a $61 — or 8.5% — increase from […]

State-Driven Nuclear Expansion is Winning Energy Race

Beshear says Kentucky, Ford come to new job agreement on Hardin County plant Gov. Andy Beshear announced Kentucky had come to a new agreement with Ford Motor Company after the company said in December it would convert a Hardin County plant from making batteries for electric vehicles to making batteries for a new energy storage business. Beshear, a Democrat, said in his weekly press conference Thursday that his […]

Policymakers indicate they may need to raise borrowing costs if energy price surge triggers persistent inflation

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has faced criticism from MEPs over inconsistency in foreign policy and rising energy costs Read Full Article at RT.com

The Weekend Wrap discusses political governance challenges including ANC Women's League controversies, rising populist threats, and the strain of tech sector energy demands on South African infrastructure. The analysis identifies systemic challenges testing both the nation's physical infrastructure and democratic institutions.

Americans’ air conditioning costs expected to rise again this summer After facing costly heating bills this winter, consumers shouldn’t expect relief for the summer months, according to new projections for household utility costs. The National Energy Assistance Directors Association projects the average electricity cost to cool homes between June and September will reach $778 this summer. That’s a $61 — or 8.5% — increase from […]

SANY Microgrid Breaks Ground on Integrated Solar-Storage Project in Dobrești, Romania, Marking a New Chapter in Green Energy in Europe DOBREȘTI, ROMANIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 30 April 2026 - On April 27, SANY Microgrid officially broke ground on its integrated solar-storage project in Dobrești, Romania. Xiang Wenbo, Rotating Chairman of SANY Group; Guo Ruiguang, Vice President of SANY Group and Chairman of SANY Microgrid ...

Slovenia's inflation accelerates in April Slovenia's annual inflation accelerated in April, driven largely by higher energy prices linked to tensions in the Middle East, with the country's rate running above the euro zone average. Consumer prices rose 3.1% year-on-year, 0.6 percentage higher than in March, while monthly inflation reached ...

New state law mandates review of Dominion’s load forecasting, as data centers raise concerns Dominion Energy’s annual rate case in September prompted concerns from data centers about how fast the utility connects their industry to the grid. The State Corporation Commission has now ordered a case specifically so the company can explain their rationale for timing when data centers hook up to transmission lines. Dominion oversees the high-voltage transmission […]

Americans’ air conditioning costs expected to rise again this summer After facing costly heating bills this winter, consumers shouldn’t expect relief for the summer months, according to new projections for household utility costs. The National Energy Assistance Directors Association projects the average electricity cost to cool homes between June and September will reach $778 this summer. That’s a $61 — or 8.5% — increase from […]

Energy Secretary rejected Europe in Brussels [6 sources]

International Energy Agency rejected in Hindustan [10 sources]

Energy Secretary criticized Russia in Russia [6 sources]

Iran crisis shows fossil fuels-based energy system ‘is inherently volatile and unstable’

Romanian president meets with Austrian chancellor during Three Seas Initiative Summit President Nicușor Dan had a bilateral meeting with the Austrian chancellor, Christian Stocker, on Tuesday, April 28, during the Three Seas Initiative Summit, currently ongoing in Dubrovnik, Croatia. The two leaders talked about strengthening the economic partnership and cooperation in the energy sector. During the discussions, the head of state emphasized the importance of the economic relationship between Romania and Austria, stating that it remains one of the most important in the region.  “Austria is the second largest investor in the Romanian economy, and our cooperation continues to develop.

The audited consolidated financial results of Latvenergo Group and Latvenergo AS for 2025 were published on April 29th and despite reduced turnover and reduced profits, the energy company was keen to strike an upbeat note.

Why a Northern Nevada data center wants to build its own temporary natural gas power plant In what experts say is a first for Nevada, a data center developer is asking permission from state energy regulators to operate a new temporary natural gas power plant because NV Energy doesn't have the capacity to immediately serve it — potentially skirting parts of the state's regulatory process.

Energy Secretary criticized Company in North Sea [10 sources]

Gov. Abigail Spanberger marked her first 100 days in office by highlighting healthcare, housing, and energy affordability initiatives. The item notes ongoing delays in state budget finalization that require legislative action and gubernatorial signature.

Energy Minist rejected in Brisbane [8 sources]

Reports of political tensions in Department Of Energy [8 sources]

Government criticized International Atomic Energy Agency in Tehran [3 sources]

United States rejected Energy Secretary in Snake River [3 sources]

Tehran rejected International Atomic Energy Agency in Tehran [3 sources]

Data center tax exemption changes still holding up Virginia budget This article originally appeared on Inside Climate News, a nonprofit, non-partisan news organization that covers climate, energy and the environment. Sign up for their newsletter here. RICHMOND, Va.—Virginia’s Democratic lawmakers failed to make a deal on the budget again on Thursday due to disagreements over whether data centers should continue to receive tax breaks on […]