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Ontario’s First Electricity Shortfall Isn’t A Capacity Shortfall
Ontario faces an electricity shortfall of over 8 TWh annually by 2032, driven by energy demand growth rather than peak capacity constraints, according to IESO’s latest outlook.
Cost to rewire Great Britain’s electricity network could reach £90bn in 2030s
Great Britain’s electricity network upgrades could cost nearly £90bn through the 2030s, representing a 50% increase from earlier forecasts as the government accelerates clean energy deployment.
Billionaire to invest £35bn in small modular nuclear reactors rollout across UK
A billionaire-led consortium plans to invest £35bn building 14 small modular nuclear reactors across three UK sites, potentially powering 8 million homes for over 60 years.
European gas prices surge amid fears US-Iran war will cause winter shortages
European natural gas prices hit four-month highs as Middle East conflict escalation raises concerns about winter supply shortages and disrupted liquefied natural gas exports from Qatar.
‘Risking blackouts’? How Great Britain’s grid operator was dragged into a political row
Britain’s state-owned grid operator faced accusations from whistleblowers that senior managers concealed the severity of power system strain during extreme summer heat, allegedly prioritizing reputation over grid stability.
Shell’s profits more than double after jump in oil and gas prices
Shell’s net profit more than doubled to $9.8 billion in the second quarter, driven by Middle East-related energy market disruptions and elevated oil and gas prices.
BP boss urges Burnham to prioritise UK oil and gas even as firm exits North Sea
BP’s chief executive urged the UK government to prioritize domestic oil and gas production while the company prepares to exit the North Sea after 60 years of operations.
Octopus Energy denies it is anti-union as GMB pushes for recognition for workers
GMB union seeks formal recognition at Octopus Energy, the UK’s largest energy company, while the firm maintains there is no staff demand for unionization and denies being anti-union.
The Struggle to Build the TAPI Gas Pipeline Through Afghanistan
Turkmenistan’s leader visited Afghanistan to advance the TAPI gas pipeline project, but negotiations over pricing and supply terms remain stalled despite optimistic rhetoric from both sides.
‘Risking blackouts’? How Great Britain’s grid operator was dragged into a political row
Great Britain’s state-owned grid operator faced allegations that senior management pressured staff to downplay power system strain during June heatwaves, prompting an independent investigation.
DCC, one of FTSE 100’s biggest energy firms, agrees £5.75bn takeover
KKR and Energy Capital Partners have agreed to acquire FTSE 100 energy firm DCC for £5.75bn, despite opposition from founder Jim Flavin and major shareholders who view the offer as undervalued.
Hawaiian Electric Seeks to Expand Renewables, Energy Storage on Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi Island, and Maui
Hawaiian Electric submitted a major renewable energy and storage solicitation for Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi Island, and Maui to modernize its generation fleet and reduce oil dependence.
EU Risks Losing Ground to China in Race to Produce Green Shipping Fuels
Europe has 69 e-fuel projects for shipping but only six are operational, while China’s three plants produce ten times more output, raising concerns about competitive disadvantage.
As Jet Fuel Supplies Tighten, Can Other Fuels Meet Demand?
Researchers evaluate five emerging aviation fuels to address tightening jet fuel supplies and growing demand, with sustainable alternatives potentially providing domestic sources to reduce supply chain vulnerability.
Record U.S. Refinery Runs Fail to Ease Global Fuel Crunch
U.S. refineries are operating at record capacity and exporting fuel at high levels, yet global fuel shortages persist due to supply disruptions in the Middle East, reduced European refinery capacity, and export restrictions elsewhere.
US Govt. Supports New Green Hydrogen Project In Morocco
The US government awarded a $5.7 million grant to support a green hydrogen project in Morocco that will produce ammonia using renewable energy and electrolyzer technology developed by Massachusetts-based Electric Hydrogen.
Britain ‘faces deindustrialisation’ without relief from high energy prices, survey warns
Britain’s manufacturing sector faces potential collapse, with a quarter of companies planning to relocate production overseas and one in ten at risk of insolvency within the next year due to energy costs double those in continental Europe.
Drax cleared after investigation into sourcing of wood pellets
The UK Financial Conduct Authority closed an investigation into Drax power plant’s sustainability claims, concluding there was insufficient evidence to pursue further action after an extensive review.
Great Britain’s grid operator warns again over power supplies in heatwave
Great Britain’s grid operator issued a second emergency call this week for additional electricity supplies as a severe heatwave strained the nation’s power system, requiring expensive imports from continental Europe.
Cost to rewire Great Britain’s electricity network could reach £90bn in 2030s
Great Britain’s electricity network upgrade costs for the 2030s have risen to nearly £90bn, up 50% from earlier estimates, according to the government’s energy system operator.
Billionaire to invest £35bn in small modular nuclear reactors rollout across UK
A consortium led by Polish billionaire Michał Sołowow plans to invest £35 billion in building 14 small modular nuclear reactors across three UK sites, potentially powering millions of homes.
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