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BP to develop offshore gasfield in Venezuela with firms linked to Trump administration
BP is developing an offshore Venezuelan gasfield with firms linked to the Trump administration, marking one of the first major international energy investments in the country since recent political changes.
UK’s small power plants face higher cyber risk into 2030s despite Iran-linked hack
A small UK gas power plant was shut down for four days in an Iran-linked cyber-attack last month, yet officials won’t require improved security standards for hundreds of similar facilities until the end of 2030.
Dense-Fluid Pumped Hydro Works. Scaling It Is The Problem.
RheEnergise demonstrated dense-fluid pumped hydro technology in Devon, achieving 500 kW output with 59% efficiency, but scaling to commercial multi-hour durations faces significant mineral supply constraints and battery competition.
US District Court Strips Away Insane JH Campbell Fake Emergency Order
A federal appeals court invalidated the Trump administration’s repeated invocation of emergency powers to keep an aging Michigan coal plant operating, ruling the government lacked a genuine emergency justification.
Sam Altman Is Selling Utilities the Cure for a Cyberattack His Own AI Helped Cause
OpenAI’s Sam Altman is pitching AI-based cybersecurity solutions to major utility companies following cyberattacks involving autonomous AI agents that breached critical infrastructure systems.
Holcim Integrates Two Joule Hive Thermal Batteries Into Its Cement Making Facility
Holcim has installed two Joule Hive thermal batteries at a cement production facility, marking a major commercial deployment of electrified heating technology designed to reduce carbon emissions from high-temperature industrial processes.
New Report Examining APS’s Massive Gas Buildout Demonstrates How Ratepayers Could Be on the Hook for Decades
A new report examines Arizona Public Service’s planned gas expansion, arguing that ratepayers could face higher bills for decades while the utility simultaneously seeks rate increases and abandons clean energy commitments.
Chinese Solar Panels Drop to 12 Cents a Watt, Rooftop Installs Surge Worldwide
Chinese solar panel costs have plummeted to 12 cents per watt, sparking a global surge in rooftop installations across residential, industrial, and commercial sectors from Asia to Australia.
Saudi Pipeline Outage Hits an Oil Market Running Out of Buffers
Saudi Arabia’s critical East-West pipeline has shut down following drone attacks, removing a key buffer as global oil markets face sustained disruptions from the ongoing Middle East conflict now in its seventh month.
Wealthy Investors Flock To Oil & Gas Assets Amid Energy Crisis
Wealthy investors and family offices are increasingly targeting oil and gas assets as high energy prices and AI-driven demand create investment opportunities in the sector.
Thom Yorke, Romy and Brian Eno among 200 musicians urging PM to reject new North Sea drilling
Over 200 musicians including Thom Yorke and Brian Eno have urged the Prime Minister to reject new North Sea oil drilling plans, citing climate concerns and questioning energy security benefits.
China Aims For 70% Plugin Vehicle Sales By 2030 — Hit 61% In August
China released its 15th five-year development plan targeting 70% plugin vehicle sales by 2030 for passenger vehicles, though the market already reached 61% in August.
Tesla Superchargers For Non-Tesla EVs On The Mass Pike!
Tesla Superchargers at Massachusetts rest stops on the Mass Pike and I-95 now accept non-Tesla electric vehicles following an agreement between the company and MassDOT, doubling available charging ports.
Volkswagen & Skoda Eye Investments In India
Volkswagen and Skoda are exploring a joint venture with Indian conglomerate JSW to manufacture vehicles in India, seeking to replicate their past success in China as sales there decline.
New Kind Of Surfer Is Riding Waves — And Producing Power
Researchers deployed SURF-WEC, a wave energy converter off Hawaii that converts ocean wave motion into electricity, marking a significant step in gathering data for the marine energy industry.
Government Clown Just Can’t Quit Coal Power
A federal court ruled that Energy Secretary Chris Wright cannot unilaterally issue emergency orders to keep aging coal plants operational, but he issued another such order hours later for a Washington state facility.
The Next Oil Shock Is Never the Last
Houthi seizure of the Red Sea and disruptions to Middle Eastern shipping routes highlight how fossil fuel dependency creates persistent strategic vulnerability despite repeated warnings over decades.
ARES’ Nevada Demonstrator Shows Why Rail Gravity Storage Is A Train Wreck
ARES North America’s Nevada gravity storage demonstrator reveals fundamental limitations in rail-based energy storage due to low energy density and massive infrastructure requirements.
The Problem With Trying to Bypass Hormuz Using Pipelines
Saudi Arabia’s East-West Pipeline, a key alternative to Strait of Hormuz shipping, has been damaged by missile and drone attacks and shut down indefinitely, raising questions about pipeline viability as a long-term solution.
Record Freight Costs Squeeze Russia’s Black Sea Crude Exports
Freight costs for Russian crude oil exports from the Black Sea have reached record highs due to heightened shipping threats and tanker shortages, climbing for seven consecutive weeks.
Electric Trucks Will Take Center Stage At IAA Transportation Show In Hannover This Week
The IAA Transportation show in Hannover starting September 15, 2026 will feature over 700 exhibitors displaying electric trucks, with Tesla’s Semi generating significant attention alongside offerings from European and Chinese manufacturers.
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Save Some More – Thomas Neyhart Dives Into Solar Incentives
Going solar is good for the environment, says Thomas Neyhart. Its positive impact makes the government interested in supporting homeowners that switch to solar energy. Most times, the benefits of solar energy to the environment and reduced utility bills take the...
Plastic Pavers – A Hassle-Free Paving Solution
Image: https://pixabay.com/photos/pavement-flooring-paving-stones-3347946/ Plastic pavers are increasingly becoming the new, go-to, outside surface consolidation and maintenance material selected by homeowners, architects, builders and engineers. This is because they...
5 Reasons Why Academies And Schools Should Work With Energy Brokers.
100% renewable electricity and gas is now one key objective for schools around the country, thankfully there are companies around that can help with sourcing renewable energy and ensuring your energy comes from renewable sources. Choosing to work with an energy broker...
When To Use Grinders, Scabblers, and Scarifiers For Concrete Repair Preparation
When it comes to resurfacing concrete, the preparation process is the most crucial of all steps involved. How well you prepare the underlying concrete will determine whether the layers and coatings bond consistently and securely to guarantee durability. Many reasons...