Shale Oil Now Makes Up 72% of Argentina’s Crude Output, Data Shows
Argentina’s shale oil production reached record levels in July 2026, now comprising 72% of total crude output, driven by the highly productive Vaca Muerta formation in Patagonia.
Inside Putin’s $135 Billion Arctic Gamble That Could Save His Ukraine War
Russia’s state oil producer Rosneft launched its Vostok Oil project in the Arctic to transport crude via the Northern Sea Route to Asia, a $135 billion infrastructure gamble tied to supply deals with China.
Solar Energy Industries Association to Combine with Coalition for Community Solar Access, Strengthening Advocacy for Entire Solar & Storage Industry Across the Country
The Solar Energy Industries Association and Coalition for Community Solar Access announced plans to combine, with CCSA integrating into SEIA effective in early October, creating a unified voice representing all solar and storage industry segments.
Households near new pylons to get £250 taken off annual energy bills
UK households within 500 meters of new power pylons will receive £250 annual energy bill discounts as the government pursues over 40 grid upgrade projects nationwide to modernize aging infrastructure.
Over 110 Groups to Congress: Don’t Criminalize Protest in Pipeline Safety Bill
Over 110 organizations urge Congress to reject protest criminalization language in a pipeline safety reauthorization bill, citing First Amendment concerns and existing legal remedies for pipeline tampering.
Sweeping Russia-Iran Sanctions Bill Advances Toward House Vote
The House Rules Committee advanced legislation imposing sanctions on Russia and Iran, clearing a procedural hurdle for a possible vote this week, though Democrats raised concerns about expanding presidential tariff authority.