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US EPA to announce temporary expanded sales of higher-ethanol gasoline blend: sources
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will announce by Friday plans to temporarily expand sales of higher-ethanol blends of gasoline this summer.
Analysis: What does the return of U.S. oil sanctions on Venezuela mean for its election, and global energy markets?
Analysis by the Atlantic Council: What does the return of U.S. oil sanctions on Venezuela mean for its election, and global energy markets?
White House wants to keep gas prices in current ranges: Lael Brainard
The Biden administration wants to keep gas prices within current ranges as the United States heads into its summer driving season, says White...
Drivers in Eastern Canada see gas prices spike as refineries switch to summer blends
The cost of producing summer gas is higher because butane levels are reduced to meet Canadian environmental regulations and lower emissions.
World Bank aims to connect 250 million Africans to electricity grid by 2030
World Bank president says around 600 million people in Africa do not currently have access to affordable, reliable electricity — a key factor...
Europe must ‘show its teeth’ in defending industrial interests against China: French finance minister
French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire says he envisions implementing the EU's carbon border adjustment mechanism to give an advantage to Europe's cleaner...
