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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.
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, bringing first-half 2026 installations to 30.8 GWh, according to a new industry report.
Africa’s Solar Boom Is Showing Up On Rooftops Before It Shows Up In The Statistics
Africa imported 18.2 GW of solar modules in 2025 but officially added only 4.5 GW to capacity, suggesting significant undocumented rooftop installations across the continent.
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 a solar eclipse expected to block significant solar power generation amid summer heat-driven demand.
BP to develop offshore gasfield in Venezuela with firms linked to Trump administration
BP will develop a major offshore gasfield in Venezuela alongside firms connected to the Trump administration, marking one of the first large foreign investments since the US-backed ouster of former leader Nicolás Maduro in January.
UK risks running out of gas by 2030s, ministers told
Great Britain risks depleting gas supplies by the 2030s without preventive measures, according to an official government assessment, prompting consideration of unprecedented financial support for aging infrastructure.
California Sues Trump Over Ridiculous Wind Power Cancellations
California sued the Trump administration over a deal that canceled a planned offshore wind project in exchange for a $120 million federal reimbursement, alleging the agreement violated federal law.
The Real Electric Aviation Revolution Is Being Strangled To Enrich Don Jr. & Other Trump Associates
The Trump administration is proposing FCC regulations that would ban foreign-made commercial drones, potentially strangling the electric aviation industry and benefiting political insiders with financial stakes in domestic drone manufacturers.
Trump to Host Big Oil CEOs as Gas Price Average Remains Over $4 a Gallon
Donald Trump plans to meet with oil industry executives at the White House as gasoline prices exceed $4 per gallon and major oil companies report record quarterly profits.
U.S. Lithium Miners Finally Have a Shot at Cashing In
U.S. lithium prices are surging amid global battery storage demand, creating opportunities for American miners to enter supply chains after years of economic challenges.
Battery Costs Are Global. Freight Geography Isn’t.
While battery costs are declining globally, different freight transportation modes in China, India, Europe, and the United States require distinct electrification strategies based on their existing infrastructure and cargo movement patterns.
Kentucky PSC Opens Investigation into High Electricity Costs, Affordability Concerns
Kentucky’s Public Service Commission opened an investigation into rising electricity costs, with residential rates increasing nearly 22 percent between 2020 and 2025.
‘Winter panic’: EU gas stores at their lowest level in 13 years
European gas stores have fallen to their lowest level in 13 years at 63% capacity, triggering concerns about winter heating shortages and market volatility as geopolitical disruptions restrict supply.
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