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Great Britain households face a 13% surge in energy bills this week, with unpaid energy debt reaching a record £4.8bn as ministers face pressure to address affordability concerns.
Norway’s Equinor reported profits nearly doubled to $11.5 billion in the second quarter, driven by elevated oil and gas prices stemming from regional geopolitical tensions affecting global energy supplies.
Germany’s hydrogen truck subsidy program covers up to 80% of vehicle costs, while battery-electric trucks lack comparable federal purchase support, potentially distorting fleet purchasing decisions despite lower lifetime operating costs.
Ameren Missouri announced plans for a new 2.1-gigawatt gas plant as turbine costs surge, while solar-and-storage alternatives show comparable pricing and grid benefits.
Sierra Club submitted over 3,000 comments opposing FERC’s proposal to double approval thresholds for blanket certificates, which would allow faster permitting of larger natural gas infrastructure projects without full environmental review.
Great Britain’s grid operator has commissioned independent investigators to examine allegations of a cover-up regarding blackout risks during a heatwave in late June, following whistleblower complaints.
