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AI Boom to Boost Southeast Asia’s LNG Demand
Southeast Asia’s LNG demand is set to surge as data center construction driven by artificial intelligence expansion requires reliable 24/7 power generation, potentially raising annual demand growth by 16% through 2035.
Installed Solar Power Now Enough For 50 Million US Homes
The US now has enough installed solar capacity to power approximately 50 million homes, with 11.4 GWdc added in Q2 2026, representing 45% growth year-over-year.
MN Power Ordered to Continue Investigating Alternatives to New Gas Plant
Minnesota’s Public Utilities Commission rejected Minnesota Power’s proposal for a new gas plant and ordered continued investigation into cost-effective alternatives to meet future energy demand while maintaining grid reliability.
Octopus Energy denies it is anti-union as GMB pushes for recognition for workers
GMB union is seeking formal recognition at Octopus Energy, claiming staff want unionization, while the company denies being anti-union and says there is no staff demand for representation.
Octopus Energy urges millions of households to use less electricity during solar eclipse
Britain’s largest household energy supplier urges customers to reduce electricity use during this week’s solar eclipse, offering rewards for participating in demand-reduction efforts as the event threatens to disrupt power generation.
Thom Yorke, Romy and Brian Eno among 200 musicians urging PM to reject new North Sea drilling
Over 200 musicians, including Thom Yorke and Brian Eno, have urged the prime minister to reject plans for new North Sea oil drilling, citing climate concerns and energy security doubts.
Wind Power Produced 140% Of Electricity Demand in Denmark
Denmark’s wind power reached 140% of electricity demand, generating excess energy for export. The country plans two new offshore energy islands to further expand wind capacity.
Activists from Across Indiana Demand State Leadership Reject Bailouts for Expensive Coal
Environmental activists delivered over 1,300 petitions demanding Indiana’s governor and attorney general challenge federal orders requiring continued operation of coal plants that were scheduled to retire.
Permian Gas Has Been Worth Less Than Nothing for 118 Days This Year
Chevron’s Energy Forge One is building a gas-fired power plant in the Permian Basin to address chronic oversupply of natural gas, which has traded at negative prices on 118 trading days this year.
Russia Is Redrawing Its Energy Map Through the Arctic
Russia is accelerating Arctic shipping routes to redirect energy exports to Asia, particularly LNG and crude oil, as Europe implements sanctions and chokepoints threaten traditional trade corridors.
UK risks running out of gas by 2030s, ministers told
Great Britain faces potential gas shortages in the 2030s unless the government takes significant action to support aging infrastructure and guard against supply disruptions, according to an official assessment.
UK inflation rises to 2.9% as Iran war drives up energy bills
UK inflation rose to 2.9% in July from 2.6% in June, driven by higher energy prices following geopolitical tensions in the Middle East affecting global energy markets.
CrossCountry cancels almost all rail services after power cut hits control centre
CrossCountry cancelled nearly all train services across Great Britain after a power outage affected its Birmingham control centre on Sunday, with most routes halted until further notice.
Sierra Club Florida Reacts: Vickie Cavey Resigns as JEA Chief Executive Officer
Vickie Cavey resigned as CEO of Jacksonville Energy Authority effective September 25 after serving since 2024, marking the fifth leadership change in six years amid customer bill increases and board investigations.
Japan, South Korea and the U.S. Forge a New Nuclear Alliance
Japan, South Korea, and the United States have formed a nuclear energy alliance to expand reactor development and deployment across Northeast Asia, shifting geopolitical dynamics in the region.
Iran War Forces a Rewrite of Global Oil Trade Routes
The ongoing Iran conflict is forcing oil exporters and importers to rapidly diversify trade routes and suppliers, potentially reshaping global energy markets and driving prices higher across the world.
Oil-Rich Oman Bets Big on Renewable Energy
Oman, a major oil and gas producer, is expanding renewable energy capacity through new national policies and private investment to achieve net-zero emissions by mid-century while maintaining fossil fuel output.
Colombia Moves to Reverse Fracking Ban, Eyes $4 Billion in New Oil Investment
Colombia’s new right-wing administration is moving to reverse a four-year fracking ban and attract up to $4 billion in foreign oil and gas investment, though regulatory and security challenges remain.
Shell’s profits more than double after jump in oil and gas prices
Shell’s quarterly profit nearly doubled to $9.8bn in the second quarter, driven by elevated oil and gas prices following Middle East geopolitical disruptions.
BP puts North Sea oil and gas business up for sale
BP has launched a formal process to sell its North Sea oil and gas business, ending six decades of operations in the basin as the company seeks to simplify its portfolio and reduce debt levels.
Households near new pylons to get £250 taken off annual energy bills
UK households within 500 metres of new power pylons will receive £250 annual energy bill reductions as the government accelerates grid modernization projects across 40+ locations nationwide.
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