Global Biofuels Output Could Surge 70% Amid Energy Crisis
Global biofuels production is projected to increase by nearly 70% by 2030 as countries raise fuel-blending mandates in response to energy security concerns, according to a joint study.
Uzbekistan Eyes Caspian and Black Sea Ports to Break Out of Central Asia
Uzbekistan is establishing logistics facilities at Caspian and Black Sea ports to expand its Middle Corridor trade routes and diversify export pathways for various goods.
China’s Newest Power Plant Swaps Steam for Supercritical CO2
China has begun construction on a hybrid power plant in Shandong province that will store excess energy as molten salt and use supercritical carbon dioxide to generate electricity during peak demand.
Canada’s Oil Patch On Track For Biggest M&A Wave In A Decade
Canada’s oil patch is experiencing its largest merger and acquisition wave in a decade, with over $30 billion recorded so far this year, driven by high oil prices and strong asset valuations.
NEW REPORT: Mississippi Power Failing to Lower Costs & Pollution
Sierra Club’s Dirty Truth Report gave Mississippi Power a 44 out of 100, citing the utility’s insufficient renewable energy investments and continued reliance on coal and fossil fuels.
New National Sierra Club Report Spotlights We Energies Failing the Clean Energy Transition Amid Data Center Surge
The Sierra Club’s annual Dirty Truth Report gives We Energies its worst-ever score of 4 out of 100, citing delayed coal plant retirements and plans to significantly expand gas capacity to support data center development.