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Can Iraq Really Replace Saudi Arabia As The Middle East’s Top Oil Producer?
Iraq’s new Prime Minister announced plans to raise oil production to 8-10 million barrels per day within six years, potentially surpassing Saudi Arabia as the Middle East’s top oil producer.
Uzbekistan Scales Back Nuclear Cooperation With Russia
Uzbekistan is scaling back its reliance on Russia’s Rosatom for nuclear plant construction, announcing plans for a new international consortium to oversee the project just three months after a ceremonial groundbreaking.
Sudan Could Become the Red Sea’s Next Energy Security Flashpoint
Investigations reveal evidence that Sudan’s military may have developed and used improvised chlorine weapons, potentially creating new energy security risks in the Red Sea region and threatening critical oil infrastructure.
GM, Ford Turn EV Battery Bust Into Energy Storage Bet
General Motors and Ford are pivoting excess electric vehicle battery capacity toward energy storage systems, capitalizing on surging demand from data centers and grid infrastructure following massive EV investment write-downs.
Octopus Energy denies it is anti-union as GMB pushes for recognition for workers
GMB union is seeking formal recognition at Octopus Energy, the UK’s largest energy company, while the firm states there is currently no staff demand for unionization.
US Lobby’s $1.1 Trillion Freight Rail Electrification Study Intentionally Asked The Wrong Question
A $1.1 trillion freight rail electrification study commissioned by the Association of American Railroads examined catenary deployment across the Class I network, though critics argue it framed the wrong analytical question about feasibility.
Oil Majors Seek Bigger Bargaining Power in Labor Disputes
Major U.S. oil companies are intensifying labor negotiations by using lockouts and replacement workers to pressure unions into accepting contract proposals with reduced benefits compared to industry standards.
Most Critical Minerals Aren’t Going to the Energy Transition
Analysis shows renewable energy and electric vehicles accounted for only 26% of demand for critical minerals in 2024, with the remainder driven by construction, defense, and conventional industries.
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.
REPORT: U.S. Adds 20 GWh of Energy Storage Capacity in Q2, Largest Quarter on Record
The U.S. installed a record 20.2 GWh of energy storage capacity in Q2 2026, bringing first-half installations to 30.8 GWh as the industry continues rapid growth.
Africa’s Solar Boom Is Showing Up On Rooftops Before It Shows Up In The Statistics
Africa imported substantially more solar modules than official statistics show were deployed in 2025-2026, with satellite imagery and market analysis suggesting significant rooftop installations on commercial buildings.
Ukraine’s Refinery Strikes Force Russia to Process Oil Abroad
Ukraine’s drone strikes on Russian refineries have forced Moscow to seek crude oil processing abroad, with Kazakhstan’s Kondensat refinery now handling supplies despite limited capacity to address Russia’s acute fuel shortage.
US Envoy Courts Central Asia on Sidelines of SCO Summit
US envoys visited the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Kyrgyzstan, meeting separately with Central Asian leaders and highlighting American diplomatic engagement amid the gathering.
The Suspicious Timing Behind Trump’s “Biggest Oil Deal In History”
President Trump announced a major oil agreement involving Venezuelan reserves, with the announcement timed after oil markets closed Friday, creating potential information advantages for those with advance knowledge.
Gary’s Two-Week Blackout Is a Warning for America
Gary, Indiana experienced a two-week power outage following a violent storm, raising concerns about declining grid reliability and inequitable service across communities.
Solar Power Is Booming in Emerging Markets
Solar energy deployment is accelerating globally, with emerging markets and poorer nations leading the transition while wealthier European countries face grid constraints slowing growth.
EU Struggles to Curb Energy Transition Dependence on China
The EU faces a critical vulnerability as its renewable energy transition becomes heavily dependent on Chinese solar panels, batteries, and critical minerals, potentially undermining Europe’s energy and economic security.
Major U.S. Oil Port Selected for Nuclear Power Project
Corpus Christi and Long Beach have been selected for a project to integrate small modular reactors at U.S. ports, advancing nuclear technology deployment in maritime operations.
Appeal Halts Public Lands Data Center in Nevada Before Construction Begins
A federal panel halted construction on a hyperscale data center near Boulder City, Nevada, granting environmental groups and local residents a stay in their legal challenge before work began.
Sierra Club Urges Texas Senate to Mandate Better Water Reporting and Planning for Data Centers & Power Plants
The Sierra Club urges Texas legislators to require data centers and power plants to report water usage, citing concerns about strain on the state’s water resources as data center demand grows rapidly.
Saudi Arabia Plans To Free 1 Mb/d As it Invests in Nuclear Power
Saudi Arabia aims to displace over 1 million barrels per day of domestic oil consumption by 2030 through natural gas, renewables, and nuclear power, with the U.S. and Saudi Arabia signing a civil nuclear cooperation agreement in July.
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