Poland created substantial hydrogen bus demand through subsidies and infrastructure support, but energy company Polenergia withdrew from a major supply project despite advanced development and a secured municipal customer.

Great Britain’s grid operator faced political scrutiny over its handling of summer heatwaves that strained the power system, with whistleblowers alleging a cover-up of operational strain during record temperatures in late June.

GMB union is seeking formal recognition at Octopus Energy, the UK’s largest energy company, while the firm denies being anti-union and says staff have not requested representation.

The US and Iran remain locked in a repetitive conflict cycle since their war began in February, with both sides alternating between diplomatic engagement and military strikes over control of the Strait of Hormuz.

China is expanding its fossil fuel production while leading globally in renewable energy deployment, aiming to reduce energy import dependence and enhance security over the coming decade.

Norway’s crude oil production fell to 1.776 million barrels per day in July, down nearly 195,000 barrels per day year-over-year, as global supply pressures from Persian Gulf disruptions intensify.

Europe’s strategic oil reserves successfully prevented shortages during a major energy crisis, but the continent faces greater challenges ahead as it heads toward winter with depleted buffers and concerning gas storage levels.

Britain’s largest household energy supplier urges customers to reduce electricity use during a major solar eclipse this week, offering rewards to those who delay running appliances during peak hours.

The strongest El Niño on record is intensifying as Europe faces severe drought threatening power generation, with global energy markets bracing for supply constraints from reduced hydropower and solar output across multiple regions.

Diesel crack spreads hit record highs in the U.S. and Europe this week, with prices reaching $100+ per barrel, signaling a much tighter fuel market than crude oil prices suggest amid supply disruptions.

SLB is preparing to reactivate up to 15 drilling rigs in Venezuela to boost the country’s crude production capacity, with some rigs potentially operational before year-end.

Russia faces fuel shortages and rationing in Moscow after Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries. Major gas station networks have implemented sales restrictions as long queues form at filling stations.