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Renewables have become an ever more important part of Germany's energy mix, accounting for an average 60 percent of its electricity production so far this year (AFP)
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‘Dark lull’ in German energy transition sparks political debate

As Germany heads to elections, winter weather's impact on green energy has spiked electricity prices, fueling political debate.

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico attends a meeting with Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic in Belgrade, Serbia, November 21, 2024. REUTERS/Djordje Kojadinovic
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Slovak PM Fico warns of gas crisis without Ukraine transit route

Ukraine has repeatedly said it would not continue a gas transit deal with Russia as the two countries are at war.

FILE PHOTO: An LNG tanker is guided by tug boats at the Cheniere Sabine Pass LNG export unit in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, U.S., April 14, 2022. REUTERS/Marcy de Luna/File Photo
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Natural gas demand from US LNG export plants heads for first decline in 8 years

The U.S. is the world's largest exporter of the superchilled gas and a key provider of gas to Europe.

FILE PHOTO: U.S. President-elect Donald Trump delivers remarks at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida, U.S., December 16, 2024. REUTERS/Brian Snyder/File Photo
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EU ready to strengthen ties with US, focus on energy sector

Trump said that the European Union may face tariffs if the bloc does not cut its growing deficit with the United States

FILE PHOTO: U.S. President-elect Donald Trump delivers remarks at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida, U.S., December 16, 2024. REUTERS/Brian Snyder/File Photo
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Trump says EU should make up ‘tremendous deficit’ with US by purchasing its oil and gas

U.S. crude oil exports to northwest Europe are likely to slip early next year after hitting a record high in November.

FILE PHOTO: AI (Artificial Intelligence) initials are placed on computer motherboard in this illustration taken, June 23, 2023. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo
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AI data centres to bolster renewable energy demand even under Trump, says MUFG Americas CEO

"The new administration will be more constructive on fossil fuels, but that doesn't mean renewables go away."

FILE PHOTO: The state flag of California flies on a flag pole in San Diego, California, U.S., October 6, 2017.REUTERS/Mike Blake/File Photo
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California sets clear path to close Aliso Canyon gas storage facility

Natural gas demand in Southern California is currently on a downward trajectory.

FILE PHOTO: A view of a vegetable stand with prices at a supermarket in Tokyo, Japan, March 24, 2023. REUTERS/Androniki Christodoulou/File Photo
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Tokyo inflation likely accelerated on suspended energy subsidies: Reuters poll

The government is set to revive subsidies for electricity and gas prices from January to ease high fuel costs.

Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy holds during a news conference on Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024, in Juneau, Alaska, outlining his budget proposal for the coming year. (AP Photo/Becky Bohrer)
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Alaska governor asks Trump to roll back restrictions on oil and gas drilling

Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s wants to expand oil and gas exploration in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.

FILE PHOTO: The headquarters of U.S. energy exporter and pipeline operator Kinder Morgan Inc. is seen in Houston, Texas, U.S. September 27, 2020. Picture taken September 27, 2020.  REUTERS/Gary McWilliams/File Photo
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Kinder Morgan’s unit to go ahead with $1.4 billion Mississippi Crossing Project

Kinder Morgan says its unit Tennessee Gas Pipeline will proceed with the nearly $1.4 billion Mississippi Crossing Project.

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