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Oil prices plunge and Europe’s markets rally after Trump calls off Iran strikes
Oil prices fell sharply and European stocks rallied after Trump cancelled planned Iran strikes and announced imminent peace talks, though Tehran disputed his claims.
BP boss urges Burnham to prioritise UK oil and gas even as firm exits North Sea
BP’s chief executive urged the UK prime minister to prioritize domestic oil and gas production as the company prepares to exit its North Sea operations after 60 years.
Millions in Great Britain could face emergency power cuts at short notice
Great Britain’s electricity system operator can now implement rotating blackouts with just eight hours’ notice under new rules designed to prevent widespread power system collapse during supply shortages.
Q&A: What Is In China’s New Five-Year Plan For Climate Change?
China released a comprehensive five-year climate plan for 2026-2030 that consolidates existing emissions targets and introduces an integrated policy framework covering greenhouse gases, carbon markets, and international climate cooperation.
Red Tide Near Fort George Inlet Is Another Warning Sign: Jacksonville Needs to Move Beyond Coal
A red tide bloom has appeared near Fort George Inlet in Jacksonville, prompting health warnings and renewed calls for the city to transition away from coal-powered energy generation.
Ontario’s First Electricity Shortfall Isn’t A Capacity Shortfall
Ontario faces an electricity shortage of over 8 TWh annually by 2032, but the challenge is securing annual energy supply rather than peak capacity, according to grid operator IESO’s latest outlook.
How Much Windfall Profit Have Oil Companies Made in Europe?
Eight major oil companies earned €7.5 billion in excess profits in Europe during the first half of 2026, following the conflict in Iran that began in February.
Venezuela’s Oil Revival Accelerates as U.S. Majors Push Trump’s New Energy Order
U.S. oil majors are accelerating production in Venezuela following political changes earlier this year, with Chevron and other international firms expanding operations significantly.
War and Drought Are Choking the World’s Most Vital Trade Routes
Multiple global shipping routes face disruption from both military conflicts in the Middle East and severe droughts affecting the Panama Canal and Rhine River, threatening international trade.
Electric Mining Truck Uses Sodium-Ion Batteries
Hina Battery and Shaanxi Tonly Heavy Industries have developed what are reportedly the world’s first electric mining trucks, equipped with sodium-ion battery systems containing 676 kWh of storage capacity.
Eugene Clean Energy Fund Officially Qualifies for the November 2026 Ballot
Eugene voters will decide in November whether to impose a 2% fee on billion-dollar corporations to fund clean energy initiatives, after organizers gathered sufficient signatures to qualify the measure for the ballot.
European Countries Cut Tens of Billions of Euros of Fossil Fuel Imports from Wind & Solar Power Growth
European countries reduced fossil fuel imports by approximately €72 billion between 2022 and 2025 through expanded wind and solar power deployment following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Climate Change Is Rewriting Europe’s Nuclear Cooling Assumptions
European nuclear plants face increasing shutdown risk due to climate-driven heat and low water conditions, forcing grid operators to plan cooling assumptions around shifting hydrology rather than historical ranges.
Cost to rewire Great Britain’s electricity network could reach £90bn in 2030s
Great Britain’s electricity network upgrades for the 2030s could cost nearly £90bn, 50% higher than previous estimates, according to the energy system operator’s updated forecast.
Billionaire to invest £35bn in small modular nuclear reactors rollout across UK
A billionaire-led consortium plans to invest £35bn in building 14 small modular nuclear reactors across three UK sites, with potential power generation beginning in 2034.
Great Britain’s grid operator issues fresh warning over power supplies in heatwave
Great Britain’s grid operator warns extreme temperatures Thursday night could strain power supplies as the UK experiences its third heatwave, prompting calls for additional electricity generation capacity.
North Sea oil industry urges Burnham to approve new drilling in UK waters
North Sea oil industry groups urge incoming UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham to approve new drilling in UK waters, arguing it supports manufacturing and energy security alongside renewable energy transition.
Health, Labor, Civil Rights Groups Warn State’s Proposed Air Pollution Permit for Hyundai Steel Mill Will Harm Community, Worker Health
Environmental and labor groups warn that Louisiana’s proposed air permit for a Hyundai steel mill fails to adequately restrict pollution, risking community and worker health in an area already designated as Cancer Alley.
BP’s New Boss Has a Message for Britain
BP’s new CEO Meg O’Neill is reshaping the oil giant away from green energy investments, pulling out of the North Sea and divesting from biogas operations to refocus on traditional energy production.
Hormuz Crisis Is Rewriting the Global LPG Trade
Ongoing Iranian attacks have effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting global LPG supplies and reshaping trade patterns away from traditional Middle Eastern exporters toward increased US shipments.
Philippines Could Become the World’s First Geologic Hydrogen Hub
The Philippines may become the world’s first commercial geologic hydrogen hub, with natural hydrogen deposits potentially providing a cost-effective alternative to fossil fuels and green hydrogen.
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2018’s Most & Least Energy-Efficient States
With the U.S. Department of Energy estimating families could save up to 25% on utilities with energy efficient measures, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2018’s Most & Least Energy-Efficient States as well as accompanying videos....
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