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FILE PHOTO: U.S. President Joe Biden speaks at a reception for newly elected Democratic members of Congress, in Washington, U.S. January 5, 2025. REUTERS/Nathan Howard/File photo
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Biden team wraps up expanded clean energy credit guidance

Biden finalizes clean energy tax credit guidance, extending IRA benefits to diverse low-carbon power sources amid climate change push.

FILE PHOTO: CEO of Hess Corporation, John B. Hess speaks during the Energy Asia conference in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia June 26, 2023. REUTERS/Hasnoor Hussain/File Photo
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Hess CEO upbeat on oil demand, says Guyana’s potential barely scratched

Hess CEO John Hess sees a nearly balanced oil market with strong shale and Guyana prospects, yet warns of potential volatility ahead.

Ontario is introducing two new energy efficiency programs, including one offering rebates for certain home improvements. A new housing development is seen in Belleville, Ont., on Friday, March 1, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young
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Ontario launching rebates for energy efficient home renovations and upgrades

Ontario is introducing two new energy efficiency programs, including one offering rebates for certain home improvements.

FILE PHOTO: U.S. President-elect Donald Trump makes remarks at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida, U.S. January 7, 2025. REUTERS/Carlos Barria/File Photo
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Trump says he will revoke Biden offshore drilling ban immediately

Donald Trump says he will revoke the offshore oil and gas drilling ban announced by outgoing Democratic President Joe Biden.

Total Energy Services Inc. says it is planning $61.9 million in capital spending for 2025.The company's logo is shown in a handout. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO
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Total Energy Services plans $61.9 million in capital spending for 2025

Total Energy to spend $61.9M in 2025 on Canadian rig upgrades, gas compression, and carry forward $16.6M from 2024.

FILE PHOTO: Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., December 10, 2024.  REUTERS/Brendan McDermid/File Photo
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Oil services provider Flowco seeks up to $2 billion valuation in US IPO

Flowco Holdings seeks up to $2B valuation in U.S. IPO, riding capital market rebound and bullish equity trends.

FILE PHOTO: A Ford Fusion hybrid, Level 4 autonomous vehicle, used by Ford Motor and Domino's Pizza to test a self-driving pizza delivery car in Michigan, is displayed during Press Days of the North American International Auto Show at Cobo Center in Detroit, Michigan, U.S., January 16, 2018. REUTERS/Rebecca Cook/File Photo
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US self-driving car companies seek boost under Trump

Autonomous vehicle firms urge U.S. to lead on AV adoption, citing regulatory delays and competition from China.

FILE PHOTO: Flames come out of a domestic gas ring on a stove in Manchester, Britain, September 20, 2021. REUTERS/Phil Noble/File Photo
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Trump weighing executive order protecting gas stoves, sources say

Trump mulls executive order to shield gas appliances from regulations, amid debates on climate and health impacts.

A view of the retired Agios Georgios power station in Keratsini suburb, near Athens, Greece, January 3, 2025. REUTERS/Louiza Vradi
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Europe’s power price divide hits southeastern economies

Greek businesses and households face soaring energy costs, as uneven investment deepens Southeast Europe's energy crisis.

FILE PHOTO: The logos of Nippon Steel Corp. are displayed at the company headquarters in Tokyo, Japan March 18, 2019.   REUTERS/Yuka Obayashi/File Photo
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China exports push Nippon Steel to seek growth in US, India after blocked deal

Nippon Steel eyes U.S. and India for growth, countering China’s exports amid declining domestic demand and blocked U.S. bid.

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